Budget Tours to Colombia
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10 best Budget Colombia tour packages
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- 5 Days Exploring Colombia’s Coffee Paradise Risaralda.
- Tayrona Beaches & Minca Experience 3D/2N
- Contrasts of Colombia (Flower Festival)
- PRIVATE 5 Days Week Getaway Cartagena de Indias
- 10 Days in Colombia – Unforgettable Adventures: Discovering the Best of the Country
- 8 Days From Ruins to Roast: The Colombian Way
- Mystical Amazon: A 7 Day Journey Through the Green Paradise
- 5 Days-Santa Marta Colombia: Caribbean Soul & Sierra Trails
- 7 Days -Untouched Colombian Caribbean: A Week of Nature’s Best-Kept Secrets
- 12 Days Colombia Life: Nature Wildpaths
5 Days Exploring Colombia’s Coffee Paradise Risaralda.
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Loved the Isabela island and activities.”
Patricia, traveled in November
Duration 5 days Destinations Pereira, Santa Rosa De Cabal Age Range 8 to 80 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $287 Operator Responsible Travel South America From
- NZ$1,436
Colombian adventure priced at approx. $130 per day offers hotel stays with breakfast and guided excursions. The itinerary covers Playa Cristal, La Victoria Coffee Farm, and Marinka Valley waterfalls, including transportation and entrance fees.
Duration 3 days Destinations Santa Marta, Tayrona National Park, Minca Age Range up to 99 year olds Price Per Day $216 Operator Bamba Travel From
- NZ$650
Duration 14 days Destinations Bogota, Zipaquira, Villa De Leyva, Barichara, Guane, Armenia, Salento, Jerico, Medellin, GuatapeSee all destinations Age Range 16 to 85 year olds Price Per Day $565 Operator Explore! From
- NZ$7,910
Colombian getaway based at Ananda Boutique Hotel includes daily breakfast. The package covers all transfers, UNESCO site tours, and cultural activities. Guests can opt for additional island experiences and special dining options in Cartagena's historic center.
Duration 5 days Destinations Cartagena, Islas del Rosario Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $475 Operator Signature DMC From
- NZ$2,376
10 Days in Colombia – Unforgettable Adventures: Discovering the Best of the Country
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
At $285 per day, enjoy comfortable 3-star hotels across Colombia while exploring Bogota's Gold Museum and Medellin's Botanical Garden. Price includes domestic flights, guided tours, and authentic experiences like cooking classes at Cartagena's Mercado de Bazurto.
Duration 10 days Destinations Bogota, Medellin, Santa Marta, Cartagena Age Range 8 to 70 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $474 Operator Responsible Travel South America From
- NZ$4,736
Duration 8 days Destinations Bogota, San Agustin, Popayan, Pereira, Medellin Age Range 8 to 80 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $668 Operator Responsible Travel South America From
- NZ$5,342
Duration 7 days Destinations Bogota, Guatavita, Leticia, Puerto Narino Age Range 12 to 80 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $584 Operator Responsible Travel South America From
- NZ$4,088
Duration 5 days Destinations Santa Marta, Tayrona National Park, Minca Age Range 8 to 80 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $316 Operator Responsible Travel South America From
- NZ$1,579
Duration 7 days Destinations Cartagena, Tayrona National Park, Minca Age Range 8 to 80 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $475 Operator Responsible Travel South America From
- NZ$3,323
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 Price Per Day $540 Operator Responsible Travel South America From
- NZ$6,480
What our customers ask about Budget Tours to Colombia
How much should I budget for entrance fees not included in tours?
Entry fees at Colombian attractions are generally moderate. Museums like Bogota's Gold Museum cost about 5 USD while historic sites such as Cartagena's Castillo San Felipe run around 8 USD. Natural sites including Playa Cristal in Tayrona National Park range from 15-20 USD. A TourRadar traveler mentioned: "Most major attractions in Cartagena were reasonably priced - we spent about 20 USD per day on entrance fees when exploring independently." Plan for roughly 15-25 USD per site that's not covered in your tour package.
What is the average daily budget needed for meals not included in Colombia tours?
Food costs in Colombia are reasonable with daily budgets ranging from 25-35 USD for non-included meals. Local spots near tourist areas like Cartagena's Getsemani serve lunch for 8-12 USD. Street food and market meals cost as little as 5-7 USD. Restaurants in prime tourist locations like Cartagena's historic center typically charge 15-20 USD per meal. A TourRadar traveler shared: "Food costs were very reasonable - we found great local spots in Cartagena's old town where complete meals with drink cost under 15 USD."
When is the most affordable time to visit Colombia?
The best deals appear during February to March and September to November. Hotels in coastal regions like Cartagena and Tayrona National Park often cut rates by 20-30% during these periods. A TourRadar traveler noted: "We visited in October and found great deals on accommodation in Cartagena plus the weather was still good for beach activities at Playa Cristal." Prices spike by up to 50% during peak times like December-January and Holy Week (Semana Santa).
What transportation costs should I budget for during free time in Colombia?
Local transport in Colombia's major cities is cost-effective. In Cartagena taxis charge 5-8 USD for trips within the historic center while local buses cost under 1 USD. Day trips by shared boat to Rosario Islands run 25-30 USD round trip and local buses to nearby towns cost 3-5 USD each way. A TourRadar traveler noted: "Getting around Cartagena was very economical - we mostly walked within the walled city and only needed taxis for trips to Bocagrande or Getsemani which cost around 6 USD."
What are the best budget-friendly areas to stay in Colombia?
Budget travelers find good value in Cartagena's Getsemani district and Santa Marta's Parque de Los Novios area where hotels like Bonita Bay offer reasonable rates. The El Rodadero neighborhood near Santa Marta provides affordable options with easy beach access. A TourRadar traveler recommended: "Staying in Getsemani saved us money and gave us a more local experience - plenty of affordable restaurants and great street art."
How much should I budget for optional activities in Colombia?
Optional activities in Colombia range from 30-80 USD. Popular choices include rum tasting in Cartagena for 35 USD cooking classes for 50-75 USD and Rosario Islands boat trips for 60-80 USD with lunch included. Cultural walking tours cost between 25-40 USD. A TourRadar traveler noted: "We found great value in the optional activities - especially the cooking class in Cartagena where we learned to make ceviche and coconut rice for 65 USD including market visit."