Michigan Colombia Trek 2018

      Bogotá, Colombia

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      VAOVA SAS
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      56 reviews
      Feb 23 - Mar 4, 2018
      Group size: 10 - 50
      Michigan Colombia Trek 2018
      Bogotá, Colombia

      VAOVA SAS
      • Email address verified
      56 reviews

      Feb 23 - Mar 4, 2018
      Group size: 10 - 50

      About this trip

       Our Company 

      We are a tourism consultancy 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. 


      Vaova Welcome Video

      Colombia Trek

       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. 


      Vaova Group Experience 

      The Package


      For this trip we are offering one itinerary, from the 23rd of February to the 04th of March. The package includes:

      Domestic flights from Bogota-Cartagena and Cartagena-Medellin

      2 night stay in Bogotá at Hotel NH Pavillion (including Wifi and Breakfast)

      2 night stay in Cartagena at Hotel Estelar Cartagena de Indias (including Wifi and Breakfast)

      1 night stay at the island at hotel Majagua or Gente de Mar (including breakfast)

      3 night stay in Medellin at hotel NH Estelar Milla de Oro (including Wifi and breakfast)

      1 night stay in Pietra Santa- Guatape (including breakfast)

       private transfers between airports and hotels

      Activities: 

      Dinner and Party at Andres Carne de Res

      Brunch at Club Colombia

      Guided tour in Bogotá including Colombian favorite treats

      Party boat and private party at Islas del Rosario

      Party at La Movida

      Walking tour through the walled city + Castillo San Felipe

      Rock climbing and visit to the colourful town of Guatape

      Dinner and Party at La Sixtina

      Lunch and Horseback riding at a typical Fonda Paisa


      Accommodation

      Accomodation: hotel rooms will be for two people. Accomodation can be either in two twin bedrooms or one queen bedroom. 

      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 five destinations (Bogota, Medellin, Guatape, Cartagena, and Isla Grande)

      If you prefer a single room you must purchase an upgrade which is available for every city in the add ons. (Bogota: 40 usd per night, Medellin: 75 usd per night, Cartagena: 150 usd per night)

      Accommodation at Isla Grande depends on the hotel, it can be in groups of 2-5 people. 

      Cancellation Policy

      Cancellation policy for hotels, transfers and activities:

      Cancellation fees will be charged in event of booking cancellations:

      a) Between 89 and 60 days before the trip: 40%

      b) Between 59 and 30 days before the trip: 70%

      c) Between 29 and 07 days before the trip: 85%

      d) between 6 days and the day of the trip: 100%

      Contact

       If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact us:

      Cristina Obregon  cmobre@umich.edu 

       Angela Vasquez angvas@umich.edu 

      Available Packages

      Mandatory Package
      $1,550
      Organizer Package

      By choosing this option you can transfer the initial deposit collected by the organizers. 

      $4,680


      Itinerary

      Day 1-3 (23-25 Feb)
      Exploring Bogota

       Bogota

      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 - ARRIVAL TO BOGOTA


      DAY 2 -

      1. Walking tour through La Candelaria + Gold Museum + Monserrate Hill + Food by foot tour (10:00am-3:00pm) 100% CULTURAL

      Includes transport from and to the hotel, bilingual guide, lunch box, entrance to the Gold Museum and Monserrate Hill, tastings of Colombian popular food. 


      2. 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.


      Day 3-


      1. Brunch at Club Colombia (10:00pm-01:00pm) 80% GASTRONOMY 20% CULTURAL

      Includes: Transport from and to the hotel, Colombia buffet and mimosas

      Your Organizer


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      VAOVA SAS
      56 reviews
      At VAOVA Travel we are inspired by the happenings to compose tourism and event experiences that surprise our travelers, offering unmatched activities that combine spontaneity, closeness, and originality with different forms of art expression. Because of this, we have assisted more than 5.500 travelers in living true and unforgettable happenings in Colombia and Mexico.

      Reviews

      CR
      Our Vaova trip was very poorly organized. Lots of problems in tours and activities. To name a few: - they miscalculated the number of tables in the White Party dinner, weren’t able to solve the problem, so we did not get seated at any point - buses left 45minutes later than planned from a party and they left us waiting in the rain Overall, our trip was great, but we did not see any benefit at all of having it run by this agency.
      By Clemente R for #ColombiaTrek_BOOTH_March2023 on Apr 13, 2023
      This trip was incredible and will be a highlight of my MBA experience. Mobilizing 400 people around a country is incredibly difficult, but Vaova managed to make it feel seamless. Every Vaova event was well executed and the attention paid to ensure every detail was taken care of did not go unnoticed. The Vaova staff was attentive, friendly and always available to answer our questions. The trip was unforgettable, the experiences and happenings showcased all the beauty and magic that Colombia has to offer, and I feel so lucky to have been a part of it. Thank you Vaova!!!
      By Natalia C for #ColombiaTrek_BOOTH_March2023 on Apr 03, 2023
      Awesome trip! Every event was above and beyond expectations and the entire team was very friendly and well-organized. Can't recommend strongly enough
      By Jakob H for #ColombiaTrek_BOOTH_March2023 on Apr 03, 2023
      I had a great time in Colombia! Great coordination by Vaova for so many people!!
      By Neha S for #ColombiaTrek_BOOTH_March2023 on Mar 29, 2023
      Ana Maria was the best! She completely made the trip!!
      By Dina G for #ColombiaTrek_BOOTH_March2023 on Mar 28, 2023
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      Despite having everything to work with, an amazing country filled with amazing people, VAOVA is able to constantly disappoint. Not only on the poor organization, lack of basic skills and sub par suppliers, all things I would be able to forgive if VAOVA was not also a negligent organization who puts its customers life at risk. Do not enter a VAOVA planned boat trip and definitely do not sign the liability waiver. If you have any doubt just read the mentioned liability waiver and think why would any proper and honest company would ask you to give up your right to sue them for their own negligence.
      By João F on 15 Mar, 2024
      This is a horrible company, I was going to go on a trip to Colombia with my Cornell MBA class and couldn’t due to some unforeseen circumstances and they refused to refund my money or even allow me to transfer my spot. They don’t care about your safety (don’t even have a phone number to contact someone, just an email). If you have any concern for your own personal safety, I would really recommend booking with an actual reputed company rather than this startup. Horrible, horrible customer service.
      By on 24 Feb, 2024

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