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Colombia Itinerary: 7 Days (2026)

This 7-day Colombia itinerary covers Bogotá, Cartagena, Medellín, San Andrés — a complete first-timer experience, day by day with honest costs.

Estimated cost: ₹26,000–₹85,000 (≈ $305–$990) per person for 7 days, excluding international flights.

Best months for this route: Dec – Mar, Jul – Aug

A day-by-day itinerary covering the best of Colombia — designed for Indian travellers with honest costs, visa tips, and the right cities in the right order.

7 days Dec – Mar, Jul – Aug Visa required, though Indians holding a valid US, UK, or Schengen visa/residency may enter visa-free for up to 90 days COP (Colombian Peso)

Your Route at a Glance

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Bogotá

Days 1–2

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Cartagena

Days 3–4

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Medellín

Days 5–6

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San Andrés

Day 7

Day-by-Day Itinerary

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Bogotá — Day 1
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Bogotá

Full guide

Andean Capital

✓La Candelaria — Bogotá's colonial old town, a grid of colourful colonial houses, narrow streets,…
✓Monserrate — A mountain sanctuary overlooking the city at 3,150m, reached by cable car or fun…
✓Gold Museum (Museo del Oro) — The world's largest collection of pre-Hispanic gold work, over 55,000 pieces fro…
Dec - Mar, Jul - Aug USD 40-130/day/day

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Bogotá — Day 2
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Bogotá

Full guide

Andean Capital

✓Botero Museum — A free museum donated by Fernando Botero himself, showing his signature volumino…
✓Plaza de Bolívar — Bogotá's main square, ringed by the Capitolio, cathedral, and city hall — the po…
✓Usaquén Sunday Market — A former colonial village now absorbed into the city, with a Sunday flea market …
Dec - Mar, Jul - Aug USD 40-130/day/day

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Cartagena — Day 3
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Cartagena

Full guide

Walled Caribbean Jewel

✓Walled City (Ciudad Amurallada) — A UNESCO-listed colonial old town ringed by 16th-century fortifications, its pas…
✓Getsemaní Street Art — A once-rough neighbourhood just outside the walls, now covered in murals and str…
✓Castillo San Felipe de Barajas — The largest Spanish fort ever built in the Americas, with a maze of tunnels desi…
Dec - Apr USD 50-160/day/day

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Cartagena — Day 4
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Cartagena

Full guide

Walled Caribbean Jewel

✓Rosario Islands Boat Trip — A coral archipelago an hour by boat from Cartagena, with clear water for snorkel…
✓Café del Mar Sunset — A bar built into the old city walls at Baluarte de Santo Domingo, the classic sp…
✓Palacio de la Inquisición — A grand colonial palace that once housed the Spanish Inquisition's tribunal for …
Dec - Apr USD 50-160/day/day

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Medellín — Day 5
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Medellín

Full guide

City of Eternal Spring

✓Comuna 13 Graffiti Tour & Escalators — Once one of the most dangerous neighbourhoods in the world, now a symbol of Mede…
✓Metrocable Ride — A cable-car system built as public transit up into Medellín's hillside barrios, …
✓Plaza Botero — A public square holding 23 bronze sculptures donated by Fernando Botero, Medellí…
Dec - Mar USD 35-120/day/day

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Medellín — Day 6
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Medellín

Full guide

City of Eternal Spring

✓Parque Arví — A nature reserve reached by a scenic cable-car ride above the city, with forest …
✓Pueblito Paisa — A recreated traditional Antioquian village on a hilltop above the city centre, b…
✓Guatapé & El Peñol Day Trip — A colourful lakeside town two hours from Medellín, most famous for El Peñol — a …
Dec - Mar USD 35-120/day/day

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San Andrés — Day 7
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San Andrés

Full guide

Caribbean Island Escape

✓Johnny Cay — A small palm-covered islet a short boat ride from the main island, popular for b…
✓Spratt Bight Beach — The main town beach, calm and convenient, with a lively promenade of restaurants…
✓Hoyo Soplador blowhole — A natural rock formation that shoots seawater into the air when waves hit at the…
Dec - Apr USD 55-170/day/day

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Colombia Itinerary FAQ

How many days do you need in Colombia?

Most first-time visitors need 5–7 days in Colombia to see the highlights at a comfortable pace. This 7-day plan covers Bogotá, Cartagena, Medellín, San Andrés. With more time, slow the pace or add day trips; with less, focus on Bogotá and skip the longer transfers.

How much does a 7-day Colombia trip cost from India?

Budget roughly ₹26,000–₹85,000 (about $305–$990) per person for 7 days on the ground in Colombia — covering accommodation, food, local transport and activities at a budget-to-mid-range level. International flights and visa fees are extra. Travelling in Dec – Mar, Jul – Aug (peak season) sits at the higher end of that range.

What is the best route for 7 days in Colombia?

The most efficient 7-day route is Bogotá (Days 1–2), then Cartagena (Days 3–4), then Medellín (Days 5–6), then San Andrés (Day 7). This order keeps travel legs short and one-directional, so you never backtrack. Each stop's day count matches how much there genuinely is to see — the day-by-day plan below breaks down exactly what to do in each.

Is 7 days enough for Colombia?

Yes — 7 days is enough for a complete first visit to Colombia, comfortably covering Bogotá, Cartagena, Medellín, San Andrés with time to explore each. You'd only need longer for regional deep-dives or a slower pace. The best months for this route are Dec – Mar, Jul – Aug.