Colombia through the Andes-Cartagena to La Paz Adventure Tour

An epic South America trip ought to be on everyone's bucket list ' so why not tick this one off well ahead of time? Across 55 days and four countries, you'll see jungles, cities, and all things between, all with a like-minded group of young adventurers eager to see and do everything. And 'everything is definitely an understatement ' you'll hike the Lost City in Colombia, take on the Inca Trail in Peru, partake in a homestay in the Amazon Rainforest, see the highlights of Ecuador, and much more. Plus, at this price point, you'll be able to do it all and still have cash to spend at the famous market in Otavalo.

Highlights

Trek to the Lost City of Teyuna, hike with a local guide through Tayrona National Park, camp under the stars in the Colombian desert, experience local life in a Amazon Jungle homestay, conquer the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, Discover how infamous Medellín has become one of Latin America's safest cities, Get your adrenaline pumping in the adventure capital of Baños, chill out on the beaches of Mancora, spend the night at a Lake Titicaca local village homestay

What's Included

Your G for Good Moment: Wiwa Community Visit & Lunch, Gotsezhi Village Your G for Good Moment: Shandia Community Lodge, Shandia Your G for Good Moment: Shandia Biking & Community Experience, Shandia Your G for Good Moment: Handmade Biodegradable Soap Products Your Local Living Moment: Indigenous Community Homestay, San Clemente Your Local Living Moment: Amazon Jungle Experience, Tena Your Discover Moment: Baños Your Discover Moment: Lima Your Foodie Moment: Huacachina Winery Visit, Huacachina Your Discover Moment: Cusco Your Big Night Out Moment: Cusco Your Local Living Moment: Lake Titicaca Homestay, Lago Titicaca. Lost City of Teyuna trek (5 days). Tayrona National Park excursion (excluding February departures). Overnight desert camping (Tatacoa). San Clemente homestay. Visit to Otavalo Market. Orientation walks in Medellin and Quito. Beach time in Taganga, Mancora, and Huanchaco. Pachamanca ceremony (Nazca). Guided tour of Machu Picchu. Inca Trail hike with a local guide, cook, and porters (4 days). Amazon Jungle and Colca Canyon excursions. Lake Titicaca excursion. Internal flights. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Accommodation

Simple hotels (34 nts, some multi
share), hostel (4 nts, multi
share), hammock or rustic cots (4 nts), overnight buses (4 nts), homestays (3 nts), G Adventures
supported community lodge (1 nt), camping (4 nts).

Meals Included

35 breakfasts, 13 lunches, 12 dinners

Transport

Local bus, 4x4, boat, truck, motorized canoe, train, hiking, plane, minibus.

About our Transportation

This trip combines a variety of transportation types. At G Adventures, we believe that getting there is half the fun. When it comes to getting around, public transport is often the best and most colourful way to go. You'll be using a combination of public buses, private vans, ferries, boats and taxis to get from here to there.

Group Leader Description

ll G Adventures group trips are accompanied by one of our Chief Experience Officers (CEOs), a G Adventures representative, or an expedition team. The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting
we think it's the best of both worlds.

Emergency Fund

Please also make sure you have access to at least an additional USD $200 (or equivalent) as an 'emergency' fund, to be used when circumstances outside our control (ex. a natural disaster) require a change to our planned route. This is a rare occurrence!

Solo Travellers

We believe solo travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi
share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and solo travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.

Spending Money

Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip.

What to Take

Most people automatically assume that the weather is hot in South America, but because of the higher altitude in the Andes, the temperature can feel quite cold, especially at night. It's best to layer clothes rather than bring a heavy parka so that you can take layers off. We recommend using a backpack for your convenience, or a medium
sized suitcase if you prefer. A daypack is also essential for carrying everyday items and for the Lost City Trek. Space is limited on transportation, so there is a limit of one main piece of luggage per person. You will be responsible for carrying your own luggage.