Ficha Tecnica - Intranet World Tours

BE SEDUCED BY THE MAGIC
Since its beginnings in 1992, Voyage Colombia has
been fully committed in offering the best tourism
services,with tailor-made excursions for each
individual who travels to Colombia,seeking a truly
unique experience.
Colombia’s magic can be experienced through a
range of distinctive features, of which its astonishing
natural sceneries, mind-blowing adventures extending
from the top of the Cocuy glacier in the Andes
Mountains, to the charming seven colored waters in the
Caribbean island San Andres, blend in perfectly with
the warm Latin culture,creating an unforgettable
journey designed just for you.
We invite you to explore and dive into each journey this
diverse catalogue has to offer, as you will surely find the
perfect adventure you have always dreamed of!
Bogotá Experience
As the capital of Colombia, Bogotá is the first destination
that welcomes all visitors, with its diverse and
multicultural charm. This metropolis is one of the highest
capital cities in South America with approximately 2,650
meters above sea level.
BOGOTÁ, CLOSER TO THE STARS!
Bogotá
4
Optional Activities
Salt Cathedral in Zipaquirá
Zipaquirá is the former center of salt
production of the Muisca Indians. Here you
will find one of Latin America's wonders: a
gigantic cathedral built inside a salt mine the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira.
It consists entirely of salt and belongs to the
largest religious buildings in the world. It
was opened in honor of the patron saint of
the miners. You will find a beautiful artistic
collection of salt and marble sculptures in a
calm religious environment.
Duration : 6 Horas
6
The Gold Museum
This World famous museum is a must see
while visiting Bogota. The museum displays
a selection of Pre Hispanic gold work and is
the biggest collection in the world. Together
with other pottery, shell, wood and
archaeological objects, it is a spectacular
exhibition that show the visitors the life
throughout
different
societies
which
inhabited in Colombia before having
contact with the conquerors. Visit one of the
most beautiful museums of Colombia and
discover all the richness of the ancient
indigenous communities.
You will be amazed by this experience!
Duration : 1 ½ Hour
7
Coffee Baptism
After your visit to the gold Museum you will
wake up your senses with this coffee tasting
where you will become a “Coffee
Ambassador”
Committed to educate the consumer and
convinced to be able to turn them into
apostles of gourmet coffee, San Alberto has
designed the Coffee Extravaganza. A coffee
immersion into Colombia's most awarded
single estate coffee. A delight for your
palate that will present a new array of
surprising new flavors.
Duration : 25 min
8
Usaquén-San Pelayo Market
Usaquen, was a small town that subsequently
engulfed by the growing city of Bogota, San
Pelayo is a flea up-scale market, where many
high quality handicrafts can be found for a
reasonable price. You can also find a great
variety of food options and prestigious
restaurants in the area.
ADDRESS: Carrera 7 119b-33
Duration 6 Hours
Usaquén still retains the air of the quiet town it
was before being absorbed as a suburb of
Bogotá in 1954. On the eastern side of the main
square stands the church of Santa Barbara
Usaquén, which dates back to the midseventeenth century. Walk through the narrow
streets around it, buy crafts, and visit local bars
and elegant restaurants serving traditional local
or international food.
http://www.tuhotelbogota.co/revista/fotografias-de-usaquen/
9
Shopping Tour /Hacienda Santa Bárbara-Andino-El retiro
If you love fashion and are familiar with the
latest trends, then Bogotá is a destination
that offers the best options, with shops of
renowned local and international designers.
Voyage Colombia will bring you to the best
shopping malls with a variety of brands and
unique boutique stores. Your bilingual guide
will take you to the most famous shopping
malls, such as Andino, El Retiro and Atlantis.
You will also visit the beautiful Santa Bárbara
where you will be amazed by the unique
architecture.
10
La Candelaria
Many buildings in the La Candelaria
neighborhood, were built in colonial and
Republican-era styles and have been
declared properties of historical and
cultural interest. There are around 500
artistic institutions, groups, museums,
research centers, theaters, libraries, and
universities in this area
Walk through
downtown!
the
beautiful
historic
Duration : 3 Hours
Botero Museum
The Botero Museum is located in La
Candelaria
neighborhood
in
the
historical and cultural downtown of Bogota.
It hosts a large collection of works donated
to Colombia by the artist Fernando Botero.
This was done with the aspiration to support
art and culture in Colombia where he was
born.
Duration : 2 Hours
Shopping Tour /Heritage
In the north of the capital, the place where fashion seems to breathe
on every corner, you will find a beautiful craft shop where
contemporary design and cultural heritage is combined through
handicrafts. You can find beautiful bags made by our artisans from the
Wayuu community, with a technique similar to crochet weave their
backpacks are unique in colors and designs.
This exquisite store works hand in hand with 4 artisan Colombian
communities: Wayuu community, Camsa community, Embera and
Wounaan community. Each has unique craft skills; the Wayuu
backpacks are beautifully made with amazing colors, the Wounaan
uses ancestral techniques to manufacture the Werregues vessels or
accesories that are made in cane, and Camsa and the Embera
community work from beads to make colorful bracelets and other
accessories for home.
It will be an unforgettable experience where not only you can
buy or appreciate these beautiful handmade pieces, but learn
first-hand a little more of these indigenous cultures and along
with it will be a lasting memory for the country of magical
realism.
Duration : 3- 6 Hours
Max 20 Participants /per session
13
Coffee Tour
Voyage will take you to the most outstanding
cafes of the capital, experts baristas at each
site will teach you the secrets of this ancient
beverage, a delicate tasting in a comfortable
living room with the aroma of a freshly
brewed cup of coffee will overwhelm your
senses, and will take you to coffee crops
themselves
Alternative places
• Café Cultor - Bio
• Café azahar . gourmet
• BOURBON./ Varietale
• Café la Abadia
Duration: 3 hours
The cost is assumed by each person
The Orchist World
• You will have a nice experience with nature. In
this park you will find more than 6 000 orchids
with 1 300 meters of path. You will also have
the chance to know basic facts about these
flowers called “queens of the air”:
background, how they grow, their relations
with birds and insects, what types exist, their
different names.
• You will besides discover an extended
collection of heliconias, bromelias and
ornamental plants.
• This visit will be an unforgettable experience
and an opportunity to get excited about
nature.
Duration : 6 Hours
Lunch /Plaza de Andres /Santa Bárbara
A fantastic colorful place to visit, where you will taste the typical Colombian cuisine. It is known for its traditional
Colombian decoration that takes you back to the small villages of the old times. Lots of different stands offering
different kinds of food under the same roof, creating an market atmosphere, that offers an unique dinner experience.
16
Lunch at Portico´s restaurant
In 1968, an old“ portico “ was used as
inspiration to found near Bogotá a village of
Iberian ancestors and create this iconic place. In
this rural environment, you will have an unique
experience, all in the outerskirts of the Capital of
Colombia
With more than 36 years of experience, El Portico
is a well known restaurant and famous for its
traditional recipes of the savannah region.
The speciality " The Meat to La fragua " or Roasted
beef with a traditional cooking methods,
accompanied with potatoes or yucca
.
17
Lunch /Restaurante Club Colombia
• A grand and gorgeous former home in the Cabrera district houses one of the very
first establishments to offer cuisine from all Colombian regions. The décor is
contemporary and stylish and their heated terrace is also a great option for colder
days. This is an excellent restaurant for those seeking traditional dishes. Their
weekend brunch is famous for their varied and generous offer of tropical fruit juices,
arepas, tamales and empanadas.
Hotels
Option 1. The Orchids Hotel
Location: Calle de los Amigos Carrera 5 No. 10 – 55
Website: www.theorchidshotel.com/bogota/es
Option 2. Sofitel Bogotá Victoria Regia
Location: Carrera 13 # 85-80
Website: www.sofitel.com/Bogota
Option 3 -Hotel Viaggio
Location: Carrera 9 # 113-07
Website: www.viaggio.com.co
Enjoy unique spaces and design , in the northern business center
of Bogotá: our new VIAGGIO Teleport. Boutique elegance in 1
and 2 bedroom apartments, Grand Loft apartments, gym,
restaurant. Discover the wonders of a decoration inspired in
Colombia's nature.
Villa de Leyva
• Discover the “Santo Ecce Homo Monastery”, a
ancient center of evangelization, the museum “El
Fosil” with its fascinating collection of pieces or “El
Infiernito”, an astronomical observatory in the middle
of a desert. All three are fascinating sites!
• You also visit the picturesque village “Villa de
Leyva”. It gives the impression of another world,
which is full of stories. You encounter big windows,
Moorish balconies and white facades. Get enchanted
by the magic of this special and unique town.
Hotels
Option 1. Villa Posada San Antonio
Location: Carrera 8 No 11-80
Website:www.hotellaposadadesanantonio.com
Option 2. Hotel La Española
Location: Calle 12 # 11-06
Website:www.hotelboutiquelaespanola.com
Notes
PAYMENT:
40% for booking confirmation
60% 15 days before travelling
If you are going to pay with a credit card there is an 5% additional fee
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
AIRFARE
Tickets are non-refundable and changes to issued tickets will have a penalty according to airline terms and conditions.
PACKAGE EXLUDING ANY AIRFARES
If the cancellation is done 20 days before travelling, 50% of the deposit will be refunded
If the cancellation is done 15 days before travelling, deposit will NOT be refunded
If the cancellation is done 10 days before travelling, 50% of the total package value will be refunded
If the cancellation is done 5 days before travelling, total package value will NOT be refunded
•
•
•
Airfares and Hotel prices may vary without notice and availability in the specified class. Airfares will be honored only after tickets have been
issued.
Taxes have been applied according to today´s laws, and these can change at any time.
The shown proposal does not guarantee air travel availability nor Hotel availability until a written confirmation is sent by World Tours.
26
General Information
The program includes




All transfers, entrance fees and excursions as mentioned in the description
Accommodation as mentioned in the description
Local English-speaking guides
Meals as mentioned in the description – Breakfast (B)/ Lunch (L)/ Dinner (D)
The program does not include:




Airfares and departure tax
All drinks and meals which are not mentioned in the description
Laundry services, local and international phone calls
Personal expenses, tips and optional activities
27
Liability Clauses
Any reference made to prices, tariffs, dates and penalties in this quote, is subject to change, availability and confirmation of the supplier at the time of booking. It is
therefore important that the client understands that this information is preliminary and subject to payment of the required product/service and confirmation by a
written document by the company. Providers selected by the company will fully comply with the products and services that were contracted, as well as ensure the
welfare of the passenger, advise and resolve any doubts about the possible tours and sites, as well as solving the problems that may arise during use of product or
contracted service. The products and / or services sold to final customers for each destination are subject to change by effects such as accidents, strikes, riots,
earthquakes and other force majeure events that may occur during the trip, which is why the organizers reserve the right to make the changes necessary to ensure the
success of the tourism product or service purchased by the customer. If for any force majeure reason, the operator finds it necessary to cancel scheduled services, the
organizers will be required to refund the amount of those cancelled services as part of terms and conditions of the reservation. Prices are subject to change without
notice due to the fluctuation of international currencies. Most current prices will apply only at the time of issuing vouchers and airline tickets. In the event of total
cancellation of the tour and / or services contracted, for whatever reason given, even for reasons of illness and / or death, penalties will be incurred according to the
time that the cancellation is made and the policies of the selected suppliers. The travel agency has the autonomy to modify the confirmed itinerary or hotels and other
services, for others of equal or higher category when these changes will benefit the quality and overall passenger satisfaction, as well as overbooked hotels at the time
of arrival.
All customers or end users must carry the corresponding documentation required under the laws of the countries to be visited; the customer will be required to obtain
such documentation on their own. If the agency is responsible for providing advice during the visa process, it will assume no liability in case the authorities of the
country or countries visited deny the passenger the documents required for entry to the destination, in which case, the user is entitled to reimbursement of the value of
tourist services not enjoyed depending on the policies of the suppliers selected for the plan purchased. The Agency or selected provider have the authority to remove
from the tour anyone who for serious reasons of moral or disciplinary conduct may harm or undermine the success of the tour or activity; case in which the user is
entitled to reimbursement of the value of tourist services not enjoyed. The agency will not assume any liability regarding legal matters or any other issues which may
result in the user being forced to withdraw from the tour, and also, against the personal costs the passenger may incur.
Baggage and any objects the tourist may carry are his/her sole responsibility, unless the user purchases a policy that covers issues such as loss, theft, deterioration or
damage of personal effects. To guarantee your reservation a deposit is required to define the selected provider for the service, this will be applied to the land portion of
the trip. Once this deposit is received, the customer accepts the conditions stated herein.
Once the tour has started, no refund will be given if any of the services are not used or if the client abandons the tour. For each service, it should be investigated with
the advisor if the plan is refundable, subject to review or if it may be endorsed. If the services listed here and requested by the customer are of economy or a low cost
class, the client will agree that he is aware of the limitations in its service and that we will not accept any claims, as we duly inform them about the conditions of service
and selected suppliers that are for people looking for an economy trip or simply because they wish it to be that way.
28