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Colombia
Bienvenidos a Colombia: A Renaissance in South America
Program No. 20099RJ
Gain a comprehensive understanding of Colombia as you learn about paintings in Bogotá, cuisine in Manizales, coffee in Armenia and the writings of Gabriel García Márquez in Cartagena.
LODGING & MEALS
Lodgings may differ by date. Select a date to see the lodgings specific to that date.
Showing Lodging & Meals For:
Dec 05, 2025 - Dec 16, 2025 (Bogota to Cartagena)
Jan 16, 2026 - Jan 27, 2026 (Bogota to Cartagena)
Feb 13, 2026 - Feb 24, 2026 (Bogota to Cartagena)
Mar 13, 2026 - Mar 24, 2026 (Bogota to Cartagena)
Oct 02, 2026 - Oct 13, 2026 (Bogota to Cartagena)
Dec 04, 2026 - Dec 15, 2026 (Bogota to Cartagena)
Lodging and meal options may differ by date. Select a date to see the information specific to that date.
What You'll Eat
11
Breakfasts
9
Lunches
5
Dinners
Total:
25 Meals
The following choices may be available when requested in advance:
Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Low Fat, Low Salt
Where You'll Stay
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Bogota
Expect the best at the Andino Royal Hotel in Bogotá, a destination designed to deliver the ultimate in relaxation to discerning business and holiday travelers. From room and suite accommodations appointed with every luxury amenity to a modern gym, soothing sauna, chrometherapy shower, and massage room and elegant fine dining restaurant, our reputation as one of the premier Bogotá hotels has been built on our unmatched amenities and personalized service. Think of us as your home away from home when visiting Colombia’s vibrant capital.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Salento
The Salento Real Hotel is a cozy hotel in Salento , right in the Coffee Region of Colombia and 20 minutes from Valle de Cocora. Colonial style, environmentally friendly, and specially designed for couples, families, and groups of friends who want to enjoy nature and tranquility in a warm environment where traditional hospitality of Quindio prevails.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Manizales
The Europa Hotel - Boutique is located in the Centennial Avenue near the bullring in one of the sectors with the highest tradition of the city of Manizales, near the historical center and commercial area of the city. In our hotel every guest is unique and this is precisely why we guarantee an unforgettable stay for both tourists to the executive, thanks to our personalized service, focused on meeting the needs and desires of each of the people staying with we.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Medellin
Hotel Park 10 offers 55 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads and bathrobes. This Medellin hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested with non charge. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a health club, a spa tub, and a sauna.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Cartagena
Located in the historic center of Cartagena de Indias, within the city walls, in the exclusive neighborhood of San Diego. The hotel is located near Plaza San Diego and just minutes away from the Caribbean Sea. It is a non-smoking hotel with 49 rooms that blend colonial and modern styles. Within walking distance there are some restaurants, pharmacies, and a couple of supermarkets Buffet Breakfast is included (6:30 am to 10:30 am) in a tropical setting.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Bogota
Expect the best at the Andino Royal Hotel in Bogotá, a destination designed to deliver the ultimate in relaxation to discerning business and holiday travelers. From room and suite accommodations appointed with every luxury amenity to a modern gym, soothing sauna, chrometherapy shower, and massage room and elegant fine dining restaurant, our reputation as one of the premier Bogotá hotels has been built on our unmatched amenities and personalized service. Think of us as your home away from home when visiting Colombia’s vibrant capital.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Salento
The Salento Real Hotel is a cozy hotel in Salento , right in the Coffee Region of Colombia and 20 minutes from Valle de Cocora. Colonial style, environmentally friendly, and specially designed for couples, families, and groups of friends who want to enjoy nature and tranquility in a warm environment where traditional hospitality of Quindio prevails.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Manizales
The Europa Hotel - Boutique is located in the Centennial Avenue near the bullring in one of the sectors with the highest tradition of the city of Manizales, near the historical center and commercial area of the city. In our hotel every guest is unique and this is precisely why we guarantee an unforgettable stay for both tourists to the executive, thanks to our personalized service, focused on meeting the needs and desires of each of the people staying with we.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Medellin
Hotel Park 10 offers 55 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads and bathrobes. This Medellin hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested with non charge. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a health club, a spa tub, and a sauna.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Cartagena
Located in the historic center of Cartagena de Indias, within the city walls, in the exclusive neighborhood of San Diego. The hotel is located near Plaza San Diego and just minutes away from the Caribbean Sea. It is a non-smoking hotel with 49 rooms that blend colonial and modern styles. Within walking distance there are some restaurants, pharmacies, and a couple of supermarkets Buffet Breakfast is included (6:30 am to 10:30 am) in a tropical setting.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Bogota
Expect the best at the Andino Royal Hotel in Bogotá, a destination designed to deliver the ultimate in relaxation to discerning business and holiday travelers. From room and suite accommodations appointed with every luxury amenity to a modern gym, soothing sauna, chrometherapy shower, and massage room and elegant fine dining restaurant, our reputation as one of the premier Bogotá hotels has been built on our unmatched amenities and personalized service. Think of us as your home away from home when visiting Colombia’s vibrant capital.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Salento
The Salento Real Hotel is a cozy hotel in Salento , right in the Coffee Region of Colombia and 20 minutes from Valle de Cocora. Colonial style, environmentally friendly, and specially designed for couples, families, and groups of friends who want to enjoy nature and tranquility in a warm environment where traditional hospitality of Quindio prevails.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Manizales
The Europa Hotel - Boutique is located in the Centennial Avenue near the bullring in one of the sectors with the highest tradition of the city of Manizales, near the historical center and commercial area of the city. In our hotel every guest is unique and this is precisely why we guarantee an unforgettable stay for both tourists to the executive, thanks to our personalized service, focused on meeting the needs and desires of each of the people staying with we.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Medellin
Hotel Park 10 offers 55 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads and bathrobes. This Medellin hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested with non charge. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a health club, a spa tub, and a sauna.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Cartagena
Located in the historic center of Cartagena de Indias, within the city walls, in the exclusive neighborhood of San Diego. The hotel is located near Plaza San Diego and just minutes away from the Caribbean Sea. It is a non-smoking hotel with 49 rooms that blend colonial and modern styles. Within walking distance there are some restaurants, pharmacies, and a couple of supermarkets Buffet Breakfast is included (6:30 am to 10:30 am) in a tropical setting.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Bogota
Expect the best at the Andino Royal Hotel in Bogotá, a destination designed to deliver the ultimate in relaxation to discerning business and holiday travelers. From room and suite accommodations appointed with every luxury amenity to a modern gym, soothing sauna, chrometherapy shower, and massage room and elegant fine dining restaurant, our reputation as one of the premier Bogotá hotels has been built on our unmatched amenities and personalized service. Think of us as your home away from home when visiting Colombia’s vibrant capital.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Salento
The Salento Real Hotel is a cozy hotel in Salento , right in the Coffee Region of Colombia and 20 minutes from Valle de Cocora. Colonial style, environmentally friendly, and specially designed for couples, families, and groups of friends who want to enjoy nature and tranquility in a warm environment where traditional hospitality of Quindio prevails.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Manizales
The Europa Hotel - Boutique is located in the Centennial Avenue near the bullring in one of the sectors with the highest tradition of the city of Manizales, near the historical center and commercial area of the city. In our hotel every guest is unique and this is precisely why we guarantee an unforgettable stay for both tourists to the executive, thanks to our personalized service, focused on meeting the needs and desires of each of the people staying with we.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Medellin
Hotel Park 10 offers 55 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads and bathrobes. This Medellin hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested with non charge. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a health club, a spa tub, and a sauna.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Cartagena
Located in the historic center of Cartagena de Indias, within the city walls, in the exclusive neighborhood of San Diego. The hotel is located near Plaza San Diego and just minutes away from the Caribbean Sea. It is a non-smoking hotel with 49 rooms that blend colonial and modern styles. Within walking distance there are some restaurants, pharmacies, and a couple of supermarkets Buffet Breakfast is included (6:30 am to 10:30 am) in a tropical setting.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Bogota
Expect the best at the Andino Royal Hotel in Bogotá, a destination designed to deliver the ultimate in relaxation to discerning business and holiday travelers. From room and suite accommodations appointed with every luxury amenity to a modern gym, soothing sauna, chrometherapy shower, and massage room and elegant fine dining restaurant, our reputation as one of the premier Bogotá hotels has been built on our unmatched amenities and personalized service. Think of us as your home away from home when visiting Colombia’s vibrant capital.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Salento
The Salento Real Hotel is a cozy hotel in Salento , right in the Coffee Region of Colombia and 20 minutes from Valle de Cocora. Colonial style, environmentally friendly, and specially designed for couples, families, and groups of friends who want to enjoy nature and tranquility in a warm environment where traditional hospitality of Quindio prevails.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Manizales
The Europa Hotel - Boutique is located in the Centennial Avenue near the bullring in one of the sectors with the highest tradition of the city of Manizales, near the historical center and commercial area of the city. In our hotel every guest is unique and this is precisely why we guarantee an unforgettable stay for both tourists to the executive, thanks to our personalized service, focused on meeting the needs and desires of each of the people staying with we.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Medellin
Hotel Park 10 offers 55 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads and bathrobes. This Medellin hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested with non charge. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a health club, a spa tub, and a sauna.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Cartagena
Located in the historic center of Cartagena de Indias, within the city walls, in the exclusive neighborhood of San Diego. The hotel is located near Plaza San Diego and just minutes away from the Caribbean Sea. It is a non-smoking hotel with 49 rooms that blend colonial and modern styles. Within walking distance there are some restaurants, pharmacies, and a couple of supermarkets Buffet Breakfast is included (6:30 am to 10:30 am) in a tropical setting.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Bogota
Expect the best at the Andino Royal Hotel in Bogotá, a destination designed to deliver the ultimate in relaxation to discerning business and holiday travelers. From room and suite accommodations appointed with every luxury amenity to a modern gym, soothing sauna, chrometherapy shower, and massage room and elegant fine dining restaurant, our reputation as one of the premier Bogotá hotels has been built on our unmatched amenities and personalized service. Think of us as your home away from home when visiting Colombia’s vibrant capital.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Salento
The Salento Real Hotel is a cozy hotel in Salento , right in the Coffee Region of Colombia and 20 minutes from Valle de Cocora. Colonial style, environmentally friendly, and specially designed for couples, families, and groups of friends who want to enjoy nature and tranquility in a warm environment where traditional hospitality of Quindio prevails.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Manizales
The Europa Hotel - Boutique is located in the Centennial Avenue near the bullring in one of the sectors with the highest tradition of the city of Manizales, near the historical center and commercial area of the city. In our hotel every guest is unique and this is precisely why we guarantee an unforgettable stay for both tourists to the executive, thanks to our personalized service, focused on meeting the needs and desires of each of the people staying with we.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Medellin
Hotel Park 10 offers 55 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads and bathrobes. This Medellin hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested with non charge. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a health club, a spa tub, and a sauna.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Cartagena
Located in the historic center of Cartagena de Indias, within the city walls, in the exclusive neighborhood of San Diego. The hotel is located near Plaza San Diego and just minutes away from the Caribbean Sea. It is a non-smoking hotel with 49 rooms that blend colonial and modern styles. Within walking distance there are some restaurants, pharmacies, and a couple of supermarkets Buffet Breakfast is included (6:30 am to 10:30 am) in a tropical setting.
Travel Information, Transportation Details & Required Documents
Learn how you can prepare for this adventure.
Dec 5 - Dec 16, 2025
Jan 16 - Jan 27, 2026
Feb 13 - Feb 24, 2026
Mar 13 - Mar 24, 2026
Oct 2 - Oct 13, 2026
Dec 4 - Dec 15, 2026
Documents
Personal Information and Preferences
After you enroll, we’ll ask you to provide or update your personal information and preferences, which includes your health information, lodging and meal preferences for your program.
Passport
A passport is required for this program. It must be valid for at least 6 months after your return date.
This information about travel documents pertains to participants holding U.S. passports. Non-U.S. citizens should refer to their country's requirements to ensure they have the necessary documentation for travel.
Visas
United States citizens don’t need a visa for any of the countries you’ll be visiting. Non-U.S. citizens should refer to their country's requirements to ensure they have the necessary documentation for travel.
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
Travelers must fill out Migración Colombia’s online-only form within 72 hours of boarding an inbound flight to Colombia. Please have your flight details handy. At the following website click on the U.S flag to select English and then chose “Make your Check-Mig” https://apps.migracioncolombia.gov.co/pre-registro/en This reflects the current guidelines as of December 2022. Requirements may change prior to your departure but we suggest you check the website for the US Embassy in Colombia for the most up-to-date information as changes can happen with little notice: https://co.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/ We recommend that you consult your doctor or travel clinic and the CDC for recommendations on other vaccinations. You can go to: wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/colombia.aspx
Traveling by Air
Plane
If Road Scholar is arranging your air travel to and from the program, and you travel on the scheduled start and end dates, you’ll receive free round-trip transfers from the airport to the hotel.
Arrival day is on December 4, 2026
Meet the group at Andino Royal in Bogota
Start of Trip: Hotel check-in from 3:00 p.m.; 8:30 a.m. Orientation followed by Welcome Breakfast on Day Two.
Getting to the site: Arrival transfers are provided to participants who book their flights through Road Scholar and arrive on the program arrival date. Road Scholar will provide transfer options and rates to participants who booked their flight through Road Scholar Travel Services but are not arriving on the program start date. For more information, please contact us through email: rssouthamericaprograms@roadscholar.org
Your trip ends on: Tuesday, December 15, 2026 in Cartagena at Nacar Hotel Cartagena, Curio Collection by Hilton
End of Trip: 7:30 a.m. after breakfast; 12:00 Noon hotel check-out.
Getting to the airport: Departure transfers are provided to participants who book their flights through Road Scholar and are departing on the program departure date. Road Scholar will provide transfer options and rates to participants who booked their flight through Road Scholar Travel Services but are not departing on the program departure date. For more information, please contact us through email: rssouthamericaprograms@roadscholar.org.
Information if you are purchasing your own airfare: Participants who have not purchased airfare through Road Scholar are responsible for making their own transfer arrangements to the first site at the beginning of the program, as well as from the last site at the end of the program. The Information Packet Road Scholar sends in advance of the program includes details needed to make your transfer arrangements. If you wish to purchase airfare through Road Scholar, please call (800) 241-1404. Please note: In the unlikely event Road Scholar must make changes to the program's arrival or departure details, we will notify all participants as soon as possible. Participants who have purchased Road Scholar airfare are protected against airline change fees; however, anyone who has not purchased Road Scholar airfare will be required to make their own adjustments and may incur fees imposed by the airline.
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