Half-day Tours in Colombia

Discover the wealth of history and beautiful scenery in Cartagena during this 4-hour adventure to some of the city's top landmarks. Admire the unique 'republican-style' architecture found on Manga Island. You'll also take a guided tour inside historic San Felipe Fort and have time to shop for handicraft souvenirs at Bovedas shopping mall. Your Cartagena exploration also includes entry fees, professional guide, bottled water and transport by air-conditioned vehicle.

Explore the historic center of the Colombian capital on this guided tour. Visit colonial-era landmarks and significant sites such as the Plaza de Bolivar, Parish of Santa Clara, Museum of the Master Fernando Botero, and the Gold Museum in the La Candelaria neighborhood. Plus, ride up the mountain of Monserrate in a cable car and catch aerial views of the city.

Make your time in Bogotá truly 'shine' thanks to this 2-hour exploration of Colombia's renowned emerald gemstones with a small group. Get a closer look at how emeralds are gathered, processed and polished at the Emerald Museum and Gold Museum. Then shop for some jewels of your own at the Bogotá emerald markets and check out an emerald workshop.

Explore the mysteries of the scenic Laguna de Guatavita, a sacred lake used by the indigenous peoples of Colombia for ritual purposes, on this 6-hour excursion from Bogotá. Discover the intriguing history of this unique body of water, once believed by explorers to be the origins for the legendary story of 'El Dorado,' as your meander its picturesque shoreline. Your tour also includes round-trip transportation from your Bogotá hotel, a guide and all entrance fees.

Absorb the color and charisma of Cartagena on a half-day tour of the UNESCO-listed Colombian city. In a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, you'll admire the beautiful mansions of Manga and ascend to La Popa (temporarily unavailable) - the city's highest point - for spectacular views. Enter the magnificent San Felipe de Bajaras Castle, absorb the Caribbean spirit of Santo Domingo Square and browse artisan market, Las Bovedas, for unique souvenirs. Refreshments and round-trip transport from your Cartagena hotel is included.

Learn about Bogotá's thriving emerald industry during this 4-hour tour of the process of mining, finishing and carving these beautiful gemstones. Colombian emeralds are renowned around the world for their unique color, purity and size. offering you a unique opportunity to learn about the stone's role in the country's cultural traditions. Check out an emerald trade center in La Candelaria, one of the city's oldest areas, discovering how the stones are mined and carved. You'll also get to visit several sites selling one-of-a-kind rough stones and ornate jewelry. Your trip also includes entrance fees, coffee, a driver-guide and round-trip hotel transport.

Tick off more of Medellin's unique attractions in less time on a 3-hour walking tour including Metrocable tickets. In a small group limited to 14, you'll visit Plaza Botero, home to 23 gigantic, disproportionate sculptures designed by Fernando Botero, and admire the colonial churches and leafy squares of downtown Medellin. Plus, you'll take the modern Metrocable to Santo Domingo Savio Library. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

If you've got limited time in Bogota, get a comprehensive overview of Colombia's capital on a full-day tour of La Candelaria (Historic Old Town), Mount Monserrate, and Museo del Oro (Gold Museum). In a small group limited to five people, you'll explore the mountaintop neighborhood of Monserrate; admire landmarks such as Parque Santander and Plaza Bolivar in La Candelaria, the oldest part of the city; and admire glimmering exhibits at Museo del Oro (Gold Museum). Hotel pikcup and drop-off are included.

Explore Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral, an incredible structure carved into the walls and ceiling of an abaondoned salt mine, on this half-day, family-friendly tour departing from Bogotá. Descend inside this sprawling underground structure with the help of a guide, gaining insight into the history and construction of salt cathedrals along the way. Your visit also includes round-trip transportation from your hotel in Bogotá and all entrance fees.

Make the most of your Bogotá layover with this sightseeing tour of the city, modified to fit your flight schedule and accompanied by private guide. Have a chance to experience some of the Colombian capital's top sights, including the historic La Candelaria neighborhood, the Botero Museum, Monserrate Sanctuary, a Colombian shopping mall or lunch at an authentic local restaurant. You choose the places to visit based on your interests and connecting flight times. Your tour also includes round-trip transportation to and from the airport, plus all entrance fees.

Discover the Colombian 'underground' during this 7-hour excursion to the salt mine of Nemocón. Get a sense for the life of a salt miner working 196 feet (60 meters) beneath the ground as you learn about the history of the ancient industry. You'll also visit the filming location for the recent movie about the Chilean miners, 'Los 33,' and enjoy an included lunch.

The mud baths at Volcan de Lodo El Totumo are a popular day trip from Cartagena, known for their rejuvenating properties. Booking a tour makes it easy to visit the baths without planning your time, researching costs, or figuring out transportation for the 45-minute drive. Plus, this tour includes a stop at the Caribbean beach Manzanillo del Mar and a typical Colombian-style lunch for a relaxing tour at great value.

Totumo Mud Volcano is a one-of-a-kind attraction home to mineral-infused mud that's reputed to have healing properties. Avoid the hassle of public transport and the expense of taxis on a stress-free trip to the the volcano, which include lunch and convenient hotel pickup and drop-off. You'll have ample time to soak in the mud bath and, unlike conventional tours from Cartagena, this excursion includes a stop at Manzanillo Beach.