Colombia Small Group Tours
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10 best Colombia small group tours
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- Contrasts of Colombia
- 8 Days From Ruins to Roast: The Colombian Way
- 5 Days in Colombia: Islands, Mangroves & Local Flavors
- Private Immersive Cultural Tour in Cartagena with Day Trips
- Private Service I Journey Through Colombia's Highlights: Bogotá, The Coffee Region, Medellín & Cartagena — Domestic Flights Included
- PRIVATE 5 Days Week Getaway Cartagena de Indias
- Best of Colombia (30 destinations)
- 12 Days Colombia Life: Nature Wildpaths
- Colombia Highlights 15 Days Tour
- Viva Colombia 9 Days Tour
Contrasts of Colombia
50 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The local fruit experience Alejandro came up with made us feel local and was amazing and simple.”
Philip, traveled in November
Small groups engage in authentic local activities, from hands-on cooking at Hacienda Combia to browsing Paloquemao market in Bogota. With most participants aged 5+, the tour offers rich cultural encounters at La Candelaria and Comuna 13. Private vehicles ensure smooth transitions between Colombia's diverse regions.
Duration 14 days Destinations Bogota, Popayan, Silvia, Armenia, Medellin, Guatape, Cartagena, Islas del Rosario Age Range 16 to 85 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Operator Explore! From
- NZ$6,810
Duration 8 days Destinations Bogota, San Agustin, Popayan, Pereira, Medellin Age Range 8 to 80 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Responsible Travel South America From
- NZ$5,342
Duration 5 days Destinations Cartagena, La Boquilla Age Range 5 to 80 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Responsible Travel South America From
- NZ$1,336
Private Immersive Cultural Tour in Cartagena with Day Trips
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“My Accommodations were comfortable and safe, and we had a magnificent hostess. Bernell's planning was high quality.”
Debra, traveled in December
Small groups with bilingual guides delve into Cartagena's cultural heritage. Personal encounters await in San Basilio de Palenque's UNESCO site, private dance workshops, and Bazurto Market tours with local experts.
Duration 8 days Destinations Cartagena, Islas del Rosario, San Basilio del Palenque, La Boquilla Age Range 12 to 100 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 15 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator World Awaits Cultural Tours LLC From
- NZ$5,807
Private Service I Journey Through Colombia's Highlights: Bogotá, The Coffee Region, Medellín & Cartagena — Domestic Flights Included
14 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Everything was good, the drivers hotels and overall experience.”
mayur, traveled in April
Duration 9 days Destinations Bogota, Armenia, Medellin, Cartagena Age Range 1 to 80 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator The Colombian Trip From
- NZ$4,786
Duration 5 days Destinations Cartagena, Islas del Rosario Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 6 Group Type Private Operator Signature DMC From
- NZ$2,376
Best of Colombia (30 destinations)
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Excellent tour, saw all the highlights of this amazing vibrant country.”
Kim, traveled in March
Duration 17 days Destinations Bogota, Salento, Cocora Valley, Medellin, Chinchina, Santa Fe de Antioquia, Cartagena, Guachaca, Tayrona National Park, Santa MartaSee all destinations Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Operator Intrepid Travel From $8,095
10% Off- NZ$7,285You save $810
Duration 12 days Destinations Bogota, Salento, Cocora Valley, Filandia, Manizales, Los Nevados National Park, Pereira, Santa Rosa De Cabal Age Range 12 to 80 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Responsible Travel South America From
10% Off- NZ$6,480
Colombia Highlights 15 Days Tour
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“It is spectacularly beautiful and very unique! Colombia is a huge and very interesting country.”
Alice, traveled in November
Small groups of 4-8 travelers cycle through Bogota's La Candelaria and hike Guatavita's sacred lagoon. The size ensures direct guide interaction and comfortable stays at hotels like Salento Real.
Duration 15 days Destinations Bogota, Guatavita, Zipaquira, Santa Marta, Tayrona National Park, Cartagena, Medellin, Guatape, Pereira, SalentoSee all destinations Age Range 18 to 68 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator GUIDEcuador Travel From
10% Off- NZ$6,630+$748 local payments
Small groups of 2-4 travelers receive focused attention at Comuna 13 and Cocora Valley. The intimate setting creates genuine local interactions at Buenos Aires coffee farm and flexible time in Guatape town.
Duration 9 days Destinations Bogota, Zipaquira, Cartagena, Medellin, Salento, Neiva Age Range 18 to 70 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 15 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator GUIDEcuador Travel From
10% Off- NZ$6,231
Reviews of Small Group tours to Colombia
- Contrasts of Colombia
Definitely a trip to be recommended.
- Private Service I Journey Through Colombia's Highlights: Bogotá, The Coffee Region, Medellín & Cartagena — Domestic Flights Included
I had such a wonderful trip experiencing a wide variety of cultures. The city life in Bogota, to the village in Salento, the magical landscape of the Coffee region in a lovely farm-hotel. Then, in Medellin with majestic views in El Penol and the little town in Guatape is so charming, every house is beautifully decorated. Finally, we enjoyed so much the streets of Cartagena, Andrea gave us great recommendations of restaurants and in every place was a great selection of hotels from coffee farms to boutique hotels. I highly recommend this itinerary, they booked everything for us and we didn’t have to be worried about anything. Every city we went to the guides were wonderful.
- Cafe Colombia
All planned activities were wonderful, the highlight being the hike to the valley of Cocora. All the guides were very knowledgeable, accommodating and went out of their way to make ours a pleasant experience. Carolina especially was very friendly, helpful, and did everything possible to make our trip a superior experience.
What our customers ask about Colombia Small Group Tours
What is the typical small group size for tours in Colombia?
Most small group tours in Colombia keep numbers between 2-12 travelers, creating a more personal travel experience. These smaller numbers allow groups to stay at distinctive properties like Hotel Tequendama in Bogota or explore local coffee farms in Salento with ease. TourRadar reviews often highlight how these intimate group sizes lead to deeper connections with local communities and fellow travelers while maintaining flexibility in scheduling and accommodations.
What unique experiences are available specifically for small group tours in Colombia?
Small groups can access experiences that larger tours simply cannot manage. These include private tastings at family coffee farms in the Coffee Zone exploring remote beaches in the Rosario Islands by private boat and joining cooking workshops in Cartagena's local markets. Groups often stay at exclusive locations like La Bayka eco-lodge in Nuquí where limited capacity creates a more authentic experience. A TourRadar traveler noted "The small group size allowed us to visit local families and learn traditional cooking methods in ways that wouldn't be possible with larger groups."
What type of accommodations do small group tours use in Colombia?
The accommodations focus on smaller boutique properties that larger groups typically cannot book. In Cartagena's old town groups often stay at the Hotel Armeria Real while Coffee Region visitors enjoy places like Hotel Estrella del Monte. The Amazon portion of tours usually includes stays at select eco-lodges with just 8-10 rooms. As one TourRadar guest shared "The small boutique hotels really enhanced our cultural experience especially the historic property in Villa de Leyva."
How does transportation work for small group tours in Colombia?
Transportation combines private vehicles boats and domestic flights sized for smaller groups. Groups travel in comfortable minivans or small buses that can easily access both urban and countryside locations. A TourRadar traveler noted that "all transportation was excellent with skilled drivers negotiating the insane traffic" during their Cultural Experience tour. The setup includes private transfers to sites like Monserrate in Bogota and small boat trips to the Rosario Islands from Cartagena.
How does dining work on small group tours in Colombia?
The dining experience combines scheduled group meals with independent dining opportunities. Tours typically include daily breakfast at locations like Art Boutique Hotel in Medellin or Alfiz Hotel in Cartagena plus selected group lunches during excursions. Tour guides provide local restaurant suggestions for free evenings letting travelers choose between group dining or solo exploration of Colombia's food scene.
How does the guide-to-traveler ratio work in small group tours?
Tours maintain one guide for every 8-12 travelers with additional local experts at specific sites. This ratio ensures quality attention during visits to places like Bogotá's Gold Museum or hikes in Tayrona National Park. A TourRadar review mentioned "Having a dedicated guide for our small group at the Coffee Plantation near Salento made the experience so much more educational and engaging."
What is the price difference between small and larger group tours?
Small group tours cost between USD 250-450 daily compared to USD 150-250 for larger groups. The higher price reflects the value of boutique lodging specialized guides and exclusive experiences not available to bigger groups. The Classic Colombia small group tour costs about USD 294 per day including most meals and activities showing the typical pricing structure for these more intimate tours.