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Colombia- Petronio Alvarez Festival
Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia
Aug 13 - 18, 2025
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$2,175
Deposit: $500

About your trip

Join Tour Amor on a Journey to find gems of the African Diaspora in Cali, Colombia, the Salsa Capital of the World African Culture Runs Deep!   


Join us August 2025 to embark on an extraordinary journey to Colombia to learn about the heritage & traditions of African Descendants of Colombia. Explore and learn the history and present day expressions from the Pacific Coast to the Caribbean. Our trip will explore Cali, Colombia, where 70% of the population is Black Colombian! We will explore the rich history of this vibrant city. We will also attend Petronio Alvarez Music Festival, entering its 27th year! Become immersed in the rhythms of Pacific Colombia. Rhythms such as the marimba and chirimia are amazingly vibrant and mesmerizing. 


Book today! Join Tour Amor as we encounter Africa in Colombia! 


Sandra Yvonne

Founder & Culture Experience Curator 


 *  Itinerary is subject to change if deemed necessary. Please Scroll further down to see inclusions / exclusions *

Notes Before Booking


TRAVEL INSURANCE 

We require everyone to carry travel insurance on all Tour Amor Travel. This protects you in case of emergency or in case you need to cancel due to unforeseen circumstances. 

 

PAYMENTS

We offer interest free flexible payment plan. Bookings are made through our online booking system. Review the deposit and payment schedules carefully, as they vary depending on the type of trip. By submitting your deposit you are agreeing to the payment schedule set forth for the trip booked. All booking will require adherence to the Tour Amor Travel Policy. 

 
Should you need to cancel after recission period you would need to refer to your travel insurance policy. 

What's included

Bilingual Curator

Yours truly, Sandra Yvonne!

Welcome Dinner

Afro Colombian Curated Dinner

4 Star Accommodations

Double & Single Occupancy Available

Welcome Swag Bag

Airport Transfers

Only Available at Select Times

Meals

Breakfast & Lunch

Transportation to Tours

Tours & Entrance Fees

Private Concierge Chat

What's not included

Airfare to/from Colombia

Hotel Deposit

Hotel Deposit Req. at Check-In for Incidentals

Hotel Incidentals

Extra Meal/Expenses

Alcohol

Souvenirs

Tips

Plan $10 per day

Credit Card Fees

(Bank Draft is FREE)

Visa

If Applicable

Day 1

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Bienvenidos a Cali!

Let the Journey Begin!! 


* Hotel Check-In 

* Unwind from a long flight poolside or explore til dinner 

* Cocktail Welcome Reception (Welcome Dinner is on Thursday) 

* Evening of Rumba and Salsa... We are going to partay!!!!!!!!!! 

Day 2

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Explore & Discover Cali Gastronomy

Explore the cultural landscape of Cali.  


* Breakfast at Lodging 

* We'll visit a local market and sample food and drinks. 

* Visit the Museum of Anthropology La Merced, The Museo de Oro Calima, the Historic Center and the bohemian neighborhood of San Antonio, and Cristo del Rey Monument. 

*  Enjoy a typical Pacific Colombian cuisine lunch meal. 

* * Welcome Dinner    



Day 3

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Chill Day_Explore Cali

A free day to Explore and Evening at Petronio! 


* Breakfast at Lodging  

* Explore Cali at your leisure. Enjoy the morning on your own: 

* Meet Group for Lunch 

* We will go as a group to the Festival to explore all vendors


Things to do:

* Enjoy the mall

* Go sightseeing

* Go for a salsa lesson 

* Dinner with the group 



Day 4

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Petronio Alvarez Festival- Immersive Experience!

Experience Africa in Colombia!! 


Prepare to be amazed! Petronio Alvarez is the largest Black festival in all of Colombia. 


Today is a full day of immersive experiences where you will shop with vendors, eat the most delicious pacific coast cuisine prepared with pride and love by Black Colombian chefs. 


We will eat, drink viche and party the night away! 




Day 5

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Amongst Greatness!

* Today we will make a 30 minute trip to visit the home and workshop of renowned Black Colombian artist, Eibar Castillo. 


* We will have the opportunity to see his art gallery, chat with him, have some Colombian Black coffee and dance to some tunes. 


* This will be a great opportunity to bring home authentic Colombian Black art! 


We will grab lunch and head back to Cali city where the party continues at Petronio Alvarez! 

Day 6

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Adios Colombia!

It's so hard to say goodbye! 


We are glad that you decided to take this journey with Tour Amor and will be ready for our next Tour Amor adventure!! 


By now you have found a piece of Africa in heart of Black Colombia! You've been immersed in the music, traditions, ate and danced with locals. Most of all- you have met new travel buddies and maybe even Bae! :D


Hasta Luego Amores!


* Breakfast at Lodging  

*Airport Transfers Provided at Select Times

About your organizer

Tour Amor LLC curates small group tours for the individual. Our focus is to introduce travelers to rich Afro Descendant culture and experiences. We don’t simply visit a destination. Rather, we immerse ourselves into the culture and embolden the local creatives. We sit with locals, eat with locals, learn alongside and even dance with them! This offers our travelers a one-of-a-kind authentic experience. Our offering is for the solo traveler, independent, and adventurous, who enjoys the camaraderie of a group experience!

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