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Small group journey · Planned January 2027 departure

Caribbean Colombia

Planned January 2027 departure — currently accepting expressions of interest.

12 days / 11 nightsDuration
8–16 travelersGroup size
January 2027Planned departure

Experience the extraordinary diversity of Colombia's Caribbean coast.

Begin among the colorful streets and history of Cartagena before traveling through tropical islands, Caribbean cities, Tayrona's jungle-covered coastline and finally the dramatic desert landscapes of La Guajira.

This journey combines Colombia's Caribbean culture, nature, beaches and food while keeping transportation and logistics organized throughout.

Route

CartagenaSan Bernardo IslandsBarranquillaSanta MartaTayronaLa Guajira

  • Coast
  • Culture
  • Nature
  • Adventure

Sample itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Cartagena

    Arrival in Cartagena, private group transfer and welcome evening.

  2. Day 2

    Cartagena

    Explore Cartagena's historic center and Getsemaní with a local guide. Free afternoon and evening.

  3. Day 3

    Cartagena & the Caribbean

    Boat experience exploring the waters and islands surrounding Cartagena.

  4. Day 4

    Cartagena → Coveñas

    Travel by comfortable private transportation toward Coveñas and the San Bernardo region.

  5. Day 5

    San Bernardo Islands

    Full-day island experience exploring the San Bernardo archipelago.

  6. Day 6

    Coveñas → Barranquilla

    Travel north along Colombia's Caribbean region to Barranquilla. Local cultural and food experience.

  7. Day 7

    Barranquilla → Santa Marta

    Continue toward Santa Marta. Explore the historic center and enjoy a relaxed evening.

  8. Day 8

    Tayrona

    Explore the Tayrona region with a local guide, combining tropical nature and coastline, with comfortable activity alternatives where appropriate.

  9. Day 9

    Sierra Nevada

    Experience the foothills of the Sierra Nevada and the culture and nature surrounding Santa Marta.

  10. Day 10

    Santa Marta → La Guajira

    Travel toward La Guajira as Colombia's tropical Caribbean landscape transforms into desert.

  11. Day 11

    La Guajira

    Explore desert landscapes, coastline and Wayuu culture with responsible local partners.

  12. Day 12

    Departure

    Return transportation and onward travel arrangements.

This is a proposed route. The final itinerary may be refined as departure details are confirmed.

Who is this trip for?

Travelers who want to experience several very different sides of the Colombian Caribbean — colonial cities, islands, national-park coastline and desert — without planning the logistics themselves.

Ideal if you enjoy a journey that mixes culture, beaches and nature at a comfortable pace, with local knowledge throughout.

Pricing and final departure details coming soon

I'm interested

Interested in Caribbean Colombia?

We are currently planning our January 2027 small-group departures. Tell us a little about yourself and we will be in touch as details take shape.

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