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The Magic of Colombia & the Galapagos Islands

Your own guide, your own vehicle, and an itinerary shaped entirely around you.

21 Days / 20 Nights Up to 25 Guests Free Itinerary Changes Local Expert Guide

About This Tour

A three-week journey that opens with twelve days across Colombia's coffee region and Caribbean coast, then continues into Ecuador for a wildlife-focused finish in the Galápagos Islands. Twelve nights are in Colombia (Bogotá, then Salento in the Coffee Region, then Cartagena and the Rosario Islands), before the route continues into Ecuador for nine nights in Quito and the Galápagos — every night's hotel is confirmed in whichever country you're actually in that day.

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.

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Arrival

Arrival pickup at El Dorado International Airport (BOG), Bogotá, with a private transfer to your hotel.

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Day 1 — Bogota, Colombia

Arrive at El Dorado International Airport, the gateway to Colombia's capital.

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Day 2 — Bogota, Colombia

A walking tour through the historic center and Plaza de Bolívar.

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Day 3 — Bogota, Colombia

A visit to the Corabastos produce market and the underground Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá.

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Day 4 — Bogota to Salento, Colombia

Travel into the UNESCO-listed Coffee Triangle to see working coffee fincas.

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Day 5 — Salento, Colombia

A visit to the Cocora Valley, home to 60-meter-tall Quindío wax palms.

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Day 6 — Salento, Colombia

An immersive visit to Finca El Ocaso, picking, washing, and roasting coffee cherries.

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Day 7 — Salento, Colombia

A Willys Jeep tour through coffee triangle villages including Pijao and Buenavista.

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Day 8 — Salento to Cartagena, Colombia

Travel to Cartagena de Indias, Colombia's colonial Caribbean gem.

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Day 9 — Cartagena, Colombia

A deep-dive tour of San Felipe de Barajas Fort and the historic city center.

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Day 10 — Cartagena, Colombia

A canoe tour through the Tesca wetlands, followed by an evening rum and chocolate tasting.

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Day 11 — Cartagena, Colombia

A culinary tour starting at Mercado de Bazurto, ending in a hands-on cooking class.

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Day 12 — Cartagena to Rosario Islands, Colombia

A boat transfer to the Rosario Islands for beach time.

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Day 13 — Rosario Islands, Colombia

A free day on the islands with optional diving or snorkeling.

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Day 14 — Rosario Islands to Cartagena to Quito, Ecuador

Return to Cartagena, then fly onward to Quito, Ecuador's highland capital.

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Day 15 — Quito to Baltra to Santa Cruz, Ecuador/Galapagos

A domestic flight to Baltra to begin the Galápagos leg, visiting the Santa Cruz highlands and the Charles Darwin Research Station.

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Day 16 — Santa Cruz, Galapagos

A day trip by boat to an uninhabited island for wildlife viewing and snorkeling.

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Day 17 — Santa Cruz, Galapagos

A second boat excursion to observe wildlife, with the afternoon free in Puerto Ayora.

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Day 18 — Santa Cruz to Isabela, Galapagos

A speedboat to Isabela Island, visiting the Flamingo Lagoon and Las Tintoreras islet.

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Day 19 — Isabela, Galapagos

A snorkeling excursion to Los Túneles, the lava-formed tunnels of Cabo Rosa.

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Day 20 — Isabela to Santa Cruz, Galapagos

A return speedboat trip and an afternoon boat tour of Santa Cruz Bay's sea lion colony and swimming holes.

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Day 21 — Santa Cruz to Baltra, Galapagos

Time for last souvenirs before a ferry and shuttle to Baltra Airport for departure.

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Departure

The trip ends on Santa Cruz Island in the Galápagos, with a ferry and shuttle to Baltra Airport (GPS) in Ecuador for your departure flight — this is not a Colombia-based dropoff, given the itinerary's finish point.

What's Included

A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel

What's Not Included

Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses

Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?

Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees

Important Information

Know Before You Book

  • Group size can range from 1 to 25 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
  • Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
  • Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.

Know Before You Go

  • We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
  • Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
  • Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.

Special Requests

  • Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
  • Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions

No — this is honestly a two-country trip. The first 12 days are in Colombia; the final 9 are in Ecuador and the Galápagos Islands, which is a separate country reached by air from Cartagena via Quito.
Most nationalities don't need a visa for short stays in Ecuador, but check your specific requirements — it is a distinct international border crossing from Colombia.
Yes — Galápagos National Park requires a certified naturalist guide for excursions, which is included and separate from your Colombia-based driver-guide.
Because the Galápagos is the natural finale of this route — flying back to Colombia afterward would add an unnecessary extra day, so most travelers fly home directly from Baltra or Quito.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.

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