Colombia holiday
Travel tips, best time to visit & highlights for your Colombia holiday in South America
Colombia has transformed from a hidden gem to the trendiest travel destination in South America. Cartagena's colorful colonial old town, Medellín's impressive transformation, the coffee region, Caribbean dream beaches, and the Amazon rainforest make Colombia incredibly diverse. The warmth of Colombians is overwhelming.
Capital
Bogotá
Language
Spanish
Currency
Colombian Peso (COP)
Time zone
UTC-5
Flight time from DE
approx. 11–12 hours
Entry requirements
Passport, 90 days visa-free
Deals for Colombia:
Which hotels in Colombia are recommended?
Selected hotels and holiday accommodations in Colombia — with images, reviews, and direct booking links with our partners.
Hotel Caribe by Faranda
Quinta, Kolumbien
NH Collection Bogotá Teleport Royal
Bogotá, Kolumbien
Hotel Hilton Bogota
Bogotá, Kolumbien
Hotel Sofitel Bogota Victoria Regia
Bogotá, Kolumbien
Dreams Karibana Cartagena Beach & Golf Resort
Cartagena de Indias, Kolumbien
Movich Buro 26
Bogotá, Kolumbien
Hotel JW Marriott Bogota
Bogotá, Kolumbien
Hotel Casa Dann Carlton
Bogotá, Kolumbien
What are the highlights of Colombia?
The best-known highlights of Colombia include Cartagena, Medellín, Coffee Region (Eje Cafetero), Tayrona National Park, Bogotá.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Cartagena
Colorful colonial old town (UNESCO) with fortress walls, balconies, and Caribbean flair.
Medellín
From crisis zone to innovation city: cable cars, street art, climate of eternal spring.
Coffee Region (Eje Cafetero)
Green hills, coffee farms, Cocora Valley with the tallest palms in the world.
Tayrona National Park
Dream beaches between jungle and sea on the Caribbean coast.
Bogotá
Vibrant capital at 2,600m: La Candelaria, Gold Museum, Monserrate, and street food.
Hotels in Colombia
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When is the best time to visit Colombia?
The best time to visit Colombia is December–March, July–August (dry season). In summer: 28–33°C (coast). In winter: 15–20°C (Bogotá).
Recommended travel time
December–March, July–August (dry season)
Summer
28–33°C (coast)
Winter
15–20°C (Bogotá)
How much does a holiday in Colombia cost?
A holiday in Colombia costs roughly 25–40€ per person per day (excluding flights) on a budget, 40–80€ mid-range and 80–200€ for luxury travel.
Average cost per person per day (excluding flight)
Budget
25–40€
Hostel, street food, public transport
Mid-range
40–80€
Hotel, restaurant, excursions
Luxury
80–200€
Boutique hotel, fine dining
How long is the flight from Germany to Colombia?
From Germany you reach Colombia in approx. 11–12 hours.
What travel tips are there for Colombia?
Insider knowledge to make your holiday better.
Try Colombian coffee on a finca tour in Salento
Use Uber or InDriver instead of taxis in big cities
Colombians love to celebrate – salsa dancing on weekends is a must
Altitude sickness possible in Bogotá (2,600m) – arrive slowly
Avoid walking alone at night in unfamiliar neighborhoods
What do people eat in Colombia?
Typical dishes in Colombia are Bandeja Paisa, Arepas, Ajiaco, Empanadas, Patacones, Aguapanela.
These dishes you must try!
Which regions and places in Colombia are worth visiting?
12 regions, cities and highlights in Colombia
Cities
Barranquilla
Barranquilla is the Carnival capital of Colombia and the fourth largest carnival in South America after Rio, Oruro, and Trinidad — a city on the Caribbean Sea, whose four-day …
Bogotá
Bogotá, the capital of Colombia, is located at an altitude of 2,640 meters in the Andes and surprises visitors with a vibrant cultural scene, top-notch gastronomy, and a historic …
Cali
Cali, officially Santiago de Cali, is the third largest city in Colombia and the undisputed Salsa capital of the world. The city in the Valle del Cauca in southwestern Colombia …
Cartagena
Cartagena de Indias is the most enchanting colonial city in South America — an old town surrounded by massive fortress walls on the Caribbean Sea, where pastel-colored colonial …
Cartagena
Cartagena de Indias on the Colombian Caribbean coast is one of the most beautiful colonial cities in America: Within the massive fortress walls from the 16th century unfolds a …
Cartagena (Old Town)
Cartagena de Indias is a city that floods all the senses at once: In the streets of the walled Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1984, Salsa and Cumbia thrum from open …
Cartagena de Indias
Cartagena de Indias is South America's most romantic city and a UNESCO World Heritage site that enchants every visitor with its colonial architecture, colorful house facades, and …
Medellín
Medellín has perhaps undergone the most remarkable transformation of any city in the world: from a former cartel hotspot in the 1990s to the most innovative city in Latin America …
Medellín
Medellín, Colombia's second-largest city, has undergone one of the most remarkable urban transformations in the world. From once being a center of drug cartels, the 'City of …
Salento (Colombia)
Salento is the charmingest village in the Colombian coffee region — a colorful Pueblito in the Zona Cafetera with vibrant balconies, surrounded by the dramatic wax palms of the …
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How do I plan a holiday in Colombia?
Colombia is one of the most popular travel destinations in South America, offering Culture, Beach, Coffee and much more. The best time to visit Colombia is December–March, July–August (dry season), when the weather is ideal for exploration and relaxation. With a daily budget starting from 25–40€ (Budget) to 80–200€ (Luxury), Colombia is suitable for various travel budgets.
From the capital Bogotá, Colombia can be excellently explored. The official language is Spanish, and the currency is Colombian Peso (COP). From Germany, you can reach Colombia in approx. 11–12 hours. Whether you want to try culinary highlights like Bandeja Paisa, Arepas, Ajiaco, visit top attractions, or simply enjoy the atmosphere: Colombia has something for every type of traveller.
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