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5 Days in Santa Marta: A Journey of Coffee, Culture, and Caribbean Beauty

SANTIAGO VARGAS SEPULVEDA

SANTIAGO VARGAS SEPULVEDA

3 Dec 2023

Embark on a 5-day adventure to Santa Marta, Colombia, where you'll immerse yourself in the vibrant culture, indulge in delicious coffee, and soak up the breathtaking beauty of the Caribbean. From historic landmarks to stunning beaches, this itinerary has it all!

Trip to Santa Marta

Day 1Coffee Delights and Historic Charm
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$26

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$ 2

Juan Valdez Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
4 - 5 min

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Acuario Mundo Marino
Indoor-outdoor aquarium with interactive swimming pools, shark feeding & educational exhibits.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$18
16 - 20 min

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Catedral Basílica de Santa Marta
Catholic church with a bell tower & an interior lined with religious paintings & statues.
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Parque Bolívar
Compact public park featuring a monument to Simón Bolívar, with landscaped gardens & ocean views.
11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Juan Valdez Café
La tienda de los caficultores colombianos
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$4
Day 2Cultural Immersion and Monumental Wonders
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$16

Caffè Capitolino
With external access from the steps of the Capitol Hill, on the top floor of the beautiful building that houses the Capitoline Museums, is located the Terrazza Caffarelli.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$2
8 - 11 min

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Monument to Victor Emmanuel II
Grand marble neoclassical temple honoring Italy's first king & First World War soldiers.
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino
Built in 1608, revolutionary leader Simon Bolivar's final home features a museum & botanical garden.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$10
7 - 10 min

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Subway
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$4
Day 3Beach Bliss and Ancient Treasures
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$30

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$ 2

Aborigen
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$2
2 - 3 min

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Museo del Oro Tairona - Casa de la Aduana
Free, bilingual museum with 4 galleries & tours featuring the life & artifacts of indigenous people.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$8
17 - 21 min

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Playa Grande, Taganga
Energetic ocean cove offering calm waters for snorkeling, boats, eateries & cliffside trails.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$13
12 - 18 min

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La Morena
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$8
Day 4Gastronomic Delights and Artistic Marvels
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$15

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$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
1 - 2 min

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Parque de los Novios
Urban retreat with stately monuments & park benches, surrounded by a lively restaurant/bar scene.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Bolivariano Museum of Contemporary Art
Airy museum housed on a hacienda compound featuring contemporary pieces from Latin American artists.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$5
8 - 12 min

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Asadero El Banano
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$6
Day 5Nature's Paradise and Culinary Delights
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$41

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$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
59 - 71 min

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Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona
Coastal stretch of palm-fringed beaches backed by lush mountains with ruins of a pre-Hispanic town.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$25
61 - 74 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$12

Budget breakdown: $134 In total

Activities & Food:$128
Transport:$7