Our Company
We are a tourism consulting company that offers advice and travel planning to Asia, Africa and Colombia; all of them to which we have personally traveled. Each trip is designed to suit your tastes and aspirations. Using our services, you can organize your ideal trip from home. Based on dates, routes and destinations chosen by you, we’ll put in motion our resources to take care of the logistics necessary to make your dream trip a reality.
Colombia:
When they say Colombian people are warm and joyfull, they are not lying. As soon as you land in the country, you can count on every hand to help you out, to give you directions and, why not, to make a toast with you.
The hospitalarian carisma of every colombian is reflected on the “parrandas” and traditional festivities all year long, because in Colombia all motives, wether good or not, are a reason to celebrate.
Before you can say “hola”, you’ll learn to say “fiesta”.
On the other hand, Bogotá and Medellín, cultural capitals of the country, welcome businessmen and women as well as a bramming night life.
The security conditions have improved considerably in the last 5 years and the current government signed a historical peace treaty with the oldest guerrilla in the world, which ended with the worlds oldest armed conflict. Colombians are working hard to build a country that opens its door to tourism and foreign investment.
So, do we need to say more? Come to Colombia, you are in for a southamerican hidden treat
This is a video of our experiences with HBS and Chicago Booth in spring break 2017.
(FIRST STEP) -International flights
We are offering one international flight option with American Airlines, with a layover in Miami, flying out and returning to Raleigh (you can see flight details in the attached presentation and the we travel webpage). To secure a spot in these flights a deposit of 500 USD is due by February 25.
If you prefer to purchase your own international flights you can select the option "I am buying my own international flights." A 500 USD deposit is due by February 25 and it will be used to pay part of the mandatory package.
(SECOND STEP) -The mandatory package
Everyone must purchase a mandatory package, it costs 1095 USD and it must be paid by March 25. If you book international flights with the agency it must be booked as an additional option. The mandatory package includes:
-Private transport from the airports to the hotels in all cities when flights are purchased through VAOVA. If you purchase your own international flights, transport will only be provided for domestic flights.
-ALL domestic flights
-ALL hotels in Bogotá, Cartagena, The islands and Medellin (breakfast and WiFi included)
-Medical insurance
-Two main activities :In Bogotá, dinner and party in (the country's most iconic restaurant) and in Cartagena; trip and party in the .
(THIRD STEP)-Additional optional activities.
There are several additional optional activities in each city. Some of these include historic city-center walking tours, dinners at restaurants, parties, among many others. For more details you can check the official presentation of the Trek. The deadline to purchase activities is March 25.
Official trek presentation
**If the international flights we are offering do not work for you, please contact us directly and we will arrange a special option for you.
For our mandatory package, hotel rooms will be for two people. Accommodation can be either in two twin bedrooms or one queen bedroom. (two twin bedrooms are limited in Bogotá, Medellin and Cartagena).
Once we know how many people are booking the package we will send a google doc where you will sign up for a room in the four destinations (Bogota, Medellin, Cartagena and Isla Grande.)
Accommodation at Isla Grande depends on the hotel, it can be in groups of 2-5 people.
If you prefer a single room you must purchase an upgrade for single rooms in all cities which is available in the extra options. The price is 420 USD.
Cancellation policy for the mandatory package:
Cancellation fees will be charged in event of booking cancellations:
a) Between 119 and 90 days before the trip: 10%
b) Between 89 and 60 days before the trip: 40%
c) Between 59 and 30 days before the trip: 70%
d) Between 29 and 07 days before the trip: 85%
e) between 6 days and the day of the trip: 100%
Cancellation policy for airfares:
Any changes or cancellations related with flights must be done directly with the Airline. Each airline has a different policy.
A. International flights can be booked paying a 500 USD deposit no later than the 25th of February
b. The mandatory package must be purchased as an add on no later than the 25th of March
c. Additional activities must be purchased no later than the 25th of March.
If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact us:
Juan Pablo Toro: juanpablo@vaova.co Cel: +57 315 8619219
Maria Alejandra Pombo: mapombo@vaova.co Cel: +57 312 4249629
Mateo Jiménez : mjimenez@vaova.co Cel + 57 3103904566
1. 6 weeks before the trip we will send an excel sheet where you must double that your first name and last name as it appears in the bio page of your passport to issue the flight tickets.
2. 1 month before the trip we will send a google doc where you will sign up for a room in the four destinations (Bogota, Medellin, Cartagena and Isla Grande.)
3. 3 weeks before the trip we will send the flight tickets
4. 2 weeks before the trip we will send a PDF with the final agenda of the trip and other recommendations.
NOTE: When you sign up for the trip make sure you register you first name, last name and passport number as it appears in the bio page of your passport.
Is the beating heart of Colombia. On one hand, you can discover the city’s history through colonial landscapes along with museums and libraries. On the other hand, you will enjoy a cosmopolitan city on the rise with vibrant nightlife, music gigs, world-class restaurants and if you have a sibarita soul, this is the town to hit.
DAY 1 (MAY 10)- Arrival to Bogota
DAY 2 (MAY 11)
Morning Activity
Walking tour Candelaria + Gold Museum + Paloquemao (downtown walking tour) (09:30am-01:30pm) 20% gastronomy 80% cultural
Includes transport to and from the hotel, private bilingual guide for every 15 people, Snacks (fruits, traditional Colombian snacks oblea and pandebono), water and beer.
Night Activity
Day 2 (MAY 11) - Dinner and party at Andres Carne de Res(7:00pm-1:00/2:00am)40% PARTY 40% GASTRONOMY 20% CULTURAL
Includes: Transport from the hotel in Chiva (traditional Colombian party bus), unlimited alcoholic beverages in specific spirits, complete dinner, transport back to the hotel and entrance fee.
*This activity is part of your mandatory package.
Day 3 (MAY 12)
Morning Activity
1. Brunch at Club Colombia by Harry Sasson(10:00am-01:00pm) 100% gastronomy
Includes: transfer from and to the hotel, complete breakfast, one staff member every 20 people.
Is the Pearl of the Caribbean coast. The beauty and importance of cultural afro-colombian heritage meets with a striking nightlife where many nationalities coincide. The clear water, soft breezes and joyful ways of cartagenian people makes it an ideal destination for leisure. Only a few miles away, the Island of El Rosario, an archipiélago of 30 coral islands, waits for those who seek nature and relaxation.
DAY 3 (MAY 12) - ARRIVAL TO CARTAGENA
Cartagena
Is the Pearl of the Caribbean coast. The beauty and importance of cultural afro-Colombian heritage meets with a striking nightlife where many nationalities coincide.
DAY 4 (MAY 13)
Afternoon Activity
City tour through the old city (03:30pm-07:00pm) 100% Cultural
Includes: Transport to and from the hotel, bilingual guide for every 15 people, entrance fee to San Felipe Castle, beer and water.
Night Activity
Party at La Movida night club (10:30pm-02:30am) 100% party
Includes: Entrance fee and 4 alcoholic beverages (rum, gin or vodka)(from 11:00pm-2:30am)
ISLA GRANDE
A few hours from Cartagena, one of the most luxurious nature wonder of the Caribbean Coast rises above the sea. The Rosario Islands are known for their exuberant beauty and for their calm beaches with crystalline waters. The whole area comprises the National Park Corales del Rosario and San Bernardo, a place to take care of nature without neglecting the confort and luxury of hotels and resorts in the area.
DAY 5 (MAY 14) Party at the island
Boat ride to Isla Grande where you will have lunch, enjoy a beautiful scenery while partying all day.(08:00am-04:00pm) 60% PARTY 40% SIGHTSEEING
Includes transport from the hotel to the pier, party boat, lunch, unlimited alcoholic beverages and day party. One night stay at the Island is included.
*This activity is included in the mandatory package.
Day 6 (May 15):
Return to Cartagena
Night Activity
Dinner at Marea (08:00pm-11:00pm) 100% gastronomy.
Includes complete dinner, 2 glasses of wine or 2 beers.
This city is not known as “The City of Eternal Spring” for free. The people in Medellín, paisas, are the warmest and most kind people around the country. The city's transportation system, parks, universities, business possibilities and cleanliness have become it´s citizen's pride. The eclectic “paisa” nightlife takes place in many locations and has a great offer from salsa, to tango or hip-hop, beginning on Thursday night, and running through Saturday night.
DAY 7 (MARCH 16)- ARRIVAL TO MEDELLIN
Afternoon Activity
City and Graffiti tour (02:00pm-06:00pm) 100% Cultural
Includes: private bilingual guide, transport to and from the hotel, Metrocable ride, snacks, water and beer.
DAY 8 (MARCH 17)- DAY TRIP AND PARTY BOAT IN GUATAPE -
1. Climbing the rock and visiting the colorful town of Guatape + party boat
(07:00am-06:00pm) 40% PARTY 20% CULTURAL 20% SPORTS 20% SIGHTSEEING
Includes transport from the hotel to the rock, entrance to climb rock, visit to the town of Guatape, lunch, party boat with unlimited alcoholic beverages and transport back to the hotel).
DAY 9 (March 18)
Morning Activity
Visit to Typical Coffee Farm (09:00am-04:00pm) 80% cultural 20% gastronomy
Includes: transport to and from the hotel, coffee tasting, snack, lunch and english guide.
Night Activity
Rooftop party at El Charlee (10:00pm) 100% Party
Includes: 4 alcoholic beverages (rum, gin or vodka), Aguardiente shots and entrance fee.
Does Not include dinner.
DAY 10 (MAY 19) - Flight to the US.
