Brazil Experience
U$188.00 per day
Rio De Janeiro - São Paulo
The ultimate way to experience Brazil - think iconic views, epic beaches and so much more!
Medellín - Cartagena
Iconic cities, vibrant street art, insane landscapes, volcano hot springs, coffee straight from the source, and unreal Caribbean beaches.
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U$1,550 / person
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Pay a U$280 deposit and spread the rest interest-free.
Balance due 60 days before departure.
TruTravels Colombia tour is packed with everything that makes Colombia 10/10, iconic cities, vibrant street art, insane landscapes, volcano hot springs, coffee straight from the source, and unreal Caribbean beaches.
When we say classic, we mean the perfect balance of culture, adventure, beaches and parties. High number of inclusions, low cost. Tru-ly authentic experiences from home-stays & hostels to beach huts, hotels and boats. A classic tour means maximum adventure, minimum hassle. Built for backpackers by backpackers.
5 Experience Types · 1 Intentional Journey
Local Lens
Experiences
Direct connections with local culture, traditions, and communities. Cooking with families, exploring neighbourhoods with locals, and participating in generational cultural practices.
Rise Up
Experiences
Intentional challenges in supportive settings. Summit hikes, independent navigation, and experiences that push your limits.
Bucket List
Experiences
World-famous landmarks, extraordinary landscapes, and universally recognised destinations that inspire travel aspirations.
Tru-ly Unique
Experiences
The moments you won’t get anywhere else! These experiences are exclusive to Tru trips and really are something special!
Unplugged
Experiences
Intentional slowness, presence, and tech-free moments in nature or group settings enable reflection and authentic connection.
You made it! Ready for the best 9 days ever? Touch down in Medillin, make your way to the start hotel, unpack and chill before getting ready to explore. Like all of our tours, the first day is for exploring, meeting your group and getting your bearings. We'll all meet in the evening to get to know each other a little better and meet your Tru Leader (aka your new super knowledgeable best friend!)
Good morning! We’re throwing ourselves straight into Colombian culture today as we head out to explore Medellín! This city has transformed dramatically over recent years, and it is now one of the most popular cities to visit in South America! First stop - Comuna 13, once known for being one of the most dangerous communities in the world, it has now been completely transformed with famous street art and 10/10 vibes. We'll stop by some of the world-famous murals and, of course, get some photos. After an amazing first day, it’s time to grab dinner and drinks! Today has been a busy day, so it would be rude to end our time here without a beer or two...
Today we're getting our endorphin kick! We’re starting the day by climbing 650 stairs up to El Peñol Rock. We know what you’re thinking: ‘That’s your exercise done for the month. ’ The view from the top is next level, it’s one not to be missed and SO worth the climb! Afterwards, we head to Guatape, Colombia’s most colourful town and an Instagram hotspot for all of you who love a pic for the gram. We'll spend the afternoon exploring this town and then head out to explore the local nightlife too!
This morning we are travelling over to Santa Rosa de Cabal! This town is the gateway to Los Nevados National Natural Park and the perfect base for us to explore Cocora Valley. It'll take us a few hours to reach our next spot, so buy some snacks and get your music ready for some bus karaoke. Once we arrive, you'll have time to chill this afternoon, do whatever you'd like, go and explore or just relax! This evening we're going to some local hot springs, these are world-famous and a must-do do so grab your towels - this is an evening you'll never forget!
Who wants to see some palms? Today we're heading for a hike in Cocora Valley! This awesome location is famous for its super tall palms and amazing hiking routes. We'll spend the morning exploring and soaking in this incredible place. This afternoon we'll travel over to Salento and spend our time exploring and souvenir searching!
Morning! Craving your coffee fix? Well...how about visiting where your favourite energy boost comes from? Today we'll visit a traditional coffee farm and learn all about how the beans are produced and processed. This afternoon we're going out with a bang in Salento. Heard of Tejo? Well, if you haven't, it's basically a traditional Colombian game involving gunpowder...IYKYK!
Today is another travel day, and we're hopping on a flight over to Cartagena. Once we arrive in this city famous for its architecture and yellow buildings, we'll head out on a walking tour to learn all about its history. Our local guide will show us the Walled City and the cool Getsemani district. The local breweries, markets and live music around here make it an amazing place to visit - you'll be dancing in the street in no time.
It's our final full day on tour...we're not ready to say goodbye! Today we'll soak in our final bit of sun and spend every last moment with our amazing group. Then it's time for the ultimate finale, a sunset catamaran cruise around Cartagena Bay! Dreamy right? We're really ending our time in Colombia in style!
Today is the end of our trip, and it’s been an awesome one! Your Tru Leader is on hand to help with any onward travel plans you may have. We don't do goodbyes very well, so let's just say see you later, in a while, crocodile. Time does fly when you’re having fun.
The trip starts in Medellin and ends in Cartagena
You will need to flight into Jose Maria Cordoba (MDE)
Rafael Nuñes International Airport (CTG)
The best option is to take a flight back to Medellín International Airport, and it is not included in the price. The flight is around £60.
There are no luggage restrictions on the tour but we always recommend a backpack over a suitcase!
The accommodation is twin-bed hotel rooms.
You can book pre-nights, airport transfers and other extras at the time of booking or up to 7 days before the tour starts.
These can be booked:
-Through your online account area
-Through our sales team, you can contact them at info@trutravels.com
Yep! You will never lose your money. You’re protected. TruTravels is both ABTA and ATOL registered meaning your money is safe.
Most of the people that join us on tour are 18-thirtysomethings! We do have an upper age limit of 45 on our tours. If you are over 45 and have travelled with us before please contact our sales team at info@trutravels.com.
Our Essentials trips are exclusively built for travellers aged 18-29! Don't worry if this isn't you - our incredible Classic, Flashpacker, Limited Edition, Multi-country and Ski tours are open to everyone under 45! There's a perfect style of tour for everyone - happy browsing!
Yes! Let us know when you are booking your trip about any requirements you might have we can plan ahead and make sure this doesn’t affect your trip!
Yes, the majority of our travellers will be travelling on their own! Roughly 65% of our TruTravellers come solo! We have designed our trips specifically with solo travellers in mind, so you can be assured you’ll meet lots of others travelling alone like yourself along the way. This of course doesn’t mean our trips are only for solo travellers, but it does mean that you don’t need to worry you’ll be surrounded by a group that already knows each other.
Yes, of course! You will receive a welcome email from your tour leader a week before your tour starts. This will include a QR code to join the group chat on WhatsApp and other important information before joining. In the meantime, you can join our Facebook group TruTravellers to connect with others.
No! Whether you love a sunset beer or prefer an early night in order to make the most out of every day, or even a bit of both, it's up to you how you spend your time on tour! Our guides are always on hand to suggest a range of evening activities on tour. From night markets to rooftop bars, fire shows and local cultural experiences, there's a huge variety of options! There's no pressure, ever - it's your adventure after all!
You’re welcome to arrive at any time on Day 1 of the tour. Hotel/hostel check-in is usually from around 2 pm, so most people tend to plan their arrival for around this time. However, if you’d like to arrive a little earlier, we can also help arrange pre-nights at the starting accommodation.
There are no planned activities during the day on Day 1, giving everyone plenty of time to arrive, check in and settle in before the tour officially begins. In the evening, the group will usually head out for a welcome dinner at around 7 pm. This is a great opportunity to meet your group leader and fellow travellers. Your guide will also give you a quick overview of the trip and help break the ice, so everyone can get to know each other before the adventure begins!
Yes! If you are more than 60 days out from your tour you can change the date of your tour once. You can also switch to another tour which is the same value or more.
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Deposit U$280.00. Free date change up to 60 days before departure
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