Colombia is the most complete travel destination in Latin America — beaches, mountains, cities, jungle, coffee farms. Two weeks lets you see the highlights without rushing.
The Classic 2-Week Route#
Days 1-4: Medellín
- Day 1: Arrive, settle in Laureles, walk the neighborhood, first empanadas
- Day 2: Metro Cable to Parque Arví, lunch at a fonda in Envigado
- Day 3: Day trip to Guatapé (La Piedra rock + colorful town)
- Day 4: Laureles nightlife, street food crawl, Sabaneta fondas
Days 5-7: Coffee Triangle (Salento + Pereira)
- Bus from Medellín to Salento (6 hours) or fly to Pereira (45 min)
- Day 5: Coffee farm tour (finca experience, from bean to cup)
- Day 6: Valle de Cocora hike (the world's tallest palm trees)
- Day 7: Filandia town, local trout lunch, travel to Bogotá
Days 8-10: Bogotá
- Day 8: La Candelaria walking tour, Museo del Oro, street art
- Day 9: Monserrate (cable car to the top), Usaquén market, Chapinero dinner
- Day 10: Paloquemao market, almuerzo ejecutivo, fly to Cartagena
Days 11-14: Cartagena
- Day 11: Walled City exploration, rooftop sunset cocktails
- Day 12: Getsemaní street art, Bazurto market, night salsa
- Day 13: Day trip to Rosario Islands (boat, beach, snorkeling)
- Day 14: Final morning in the Walled City, fly home
Budget#
| Expense | Daily Cost |
|---|---|
| Accommodation | $20-40 |
| Food | $12-20 |
| Transport | $5-10 |
| Activities | $10-15 |
| Total | $47-85/day |
2-week total (mid-range): $700-1,200 not including international flights.
Tips#
- Internal flights are cheap ($30-80 on Viva Air or Wingo)
- Long-distance buses are comfortable and affordable ($15-25)
- Each city deserves a Local Friend — they maximize your limited time
Browse Local Friends across Colombia on Roavi. Find a local in each city on your route.
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This article was written with the help of AI and reviewed by the Roavi team.
