Overview
Unspoilt Colombia has arguably the most dramatic scenery, the greatest variety of flora and fauna, the most atmospheric towns, and among the friendliest people in Latin America. Snow-capped Andean peaks rake the skies above an apron of coffee plantations, giving way to unsullied rainforests. Warm Caribbean waters stroke lazy blond beaches, while pre-Conquest ruins and exquisite colonial cities dot the landscape. Discover it all with a holiday to Colombia South America.
Colombia has a comprehensive air network – essential in such a fractured landscape – and locally a good road system. The tourist infrastructure in these more stable times is expanding rapidly. With a bit of careful planning and judicious use of expert advice, a holiday to Colombia is within easy reach.
At Journey Latin America we offer an impressive selection of holidays in Colombia to suit all types of traveller. Whether you’re looking for a solo holiday, searching for a family-friendly trip, or are keen to join a group tour, you’ll find a number of exciting choices.
Discover the highlights of Colombia on our Signature Colombia: Culture and Coffee holiday. Explore Bogotá during a city tour, enjoy excursions in the coffee region and take in the sights in colonial Cartagena.
If getting off-the-beaten track is more your kind of holiday, our Off the beaten track Colombia: San Agustin and the Amazon is for you. Explore San Agustín and Tierradentro pre-Columbian archaeological sites, visit Guambiano communities and stay in the Colombian Amazon.
If you wish to travel together with like-minded travellers, our Chachalaca: Colombia’s colonial and coffee culture escorted group tour might be the perfect option for you. On this 14-day holiday, you will be covering many of the highlights, including Bogotá, the coffee region, Medellín and Cartagena.
Feeling inspired? Contact our Travel Experts to book an unforgettable holiday in Colombia. At Journey Latin America we have over 40 years of experience in planning trips to Central and South America, so you can trust us to help you book the perfect Colombia holiday.
Our top holiday styles to Colombia
Holidays Colombia
From expertly designed Private Journeys to trail-blazing Group Tours, browse our range of carefully crafted holidays.
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Colombia
Chachalaca: Colombia’s Colonial and Coffee Culture
(based on two people sharing & excluding flights)
Private Journeys
Colombia / The Amazon
Off the beaten track Colombia: San Agustin and the Amazon
(based on two people sharing & excluding flights)
Private Journeys
Colombia
Self-drive Colombia: Exploring the coffee region and beyond
(based on two people sharing & excluding flights)
Private Journeys
Colombia
Signature Colombia: Culture and coffee
(based on two people sharing & excluding flights)
Places To Visit In Colombia
Discover our guide to the most exciting, memorable and inspiring places to visit.
Bogota
Thanks to its location in the heart of the Andean mountains, Colombia’s vibrant capital stands at a considerable altitude - 2,600 metres closer to the stars.
Caribbean coast and islands
Discover lively seaside cities, wildlife-rich lagoons and the untamed beauty of Tayrona National Park. Offshore you’ll find palm-shaded islands with sugary beaches and coral atolls.
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Cartagena
Explore one of Latin America’s most captivating and romantic cities, with cobbled streets soaked in sunshine and fascinating cultural events.
Coffee Region (Zona Cafetera)
The temperate coffee region is famous for its verdant sloping landscapes peppered with rustic traditional towns.
Things to do
We proudly offer the widest range of activities, excursions and one-of-a-kind experiences across all our destinations, tried and tested personally by our travel experts.
Accommodation
Browse our unrivalled portfolio of accommodation . Every option has been carefully chosen by our team of travel experts, so you can rest assured that you’ll relax in utter comfort.
Where to go when - our guide to Colombia
The weather in Colombia is wide and varied
From snow-capped Andean mountains to dense, unspoilt rainforests, Colombia boasts some of Latin America’s most diverse and dramatic scenery. This is a year-round destination with a relatively stable climate; while some months are rainier than others, you won’t find many dramatic weather fluctuations. That being said, the climate can vary greatly between regions. Expect pleasant springtime weather in Andean cities, steamy tropical downpours in the Amazon rainforest and beaming, hot sunshine on the glorious Caribbean coastlines.
As December - March offer the driest and hottest weather conditions in many regions, this is often the high season for visitors - popular destinations will be bustling with a lively atmosphere. You may also wish to plan your trip to include one of Colombia’s many cultural events - why not celebrate Baranquilla’s larger-than-life Carnival in February, or marvel at the intricate floral displays of Medellín’s Flower Festival in August. Wildlife enthusiasts would do well to visit the Amazon during the drier season July - November when the animals are easier to spot, or head to the grassy Llanos from September - March when thousands of birds flock to the watering holes.
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