Carnival in Colombia

Join me in Barranquilla, Colombia, to experience Carnival, a unique UNESCO Heritage-recognized event of humankind's cultural patrimony, or as I prefer to call it, an incredibly fun party!

Packages for the independent tour (hotels, domestic air flights, and parade tickets) start at $1190 (double occupancy).

If you prefer to go with a group, join me on the 10 day tour that includes the Barranquilla Carnival, as well as nearby Cartagena and cosmopolitan Bogota.

If you have additional time, consider continuing on with me to Peru and Machu Picchu.

Contact me directly for any additional info!

Walter Rey
415 637 2660
Walter@VamosColombiaTour.com
www.VamosColombiaTour.com

Colombian Carnaval and Machu Picchu 13 day tip

AMERICAS TRAVEL and VAMOS COLOMBIA TOUR invite you to join us on an exciting journey to Peru and Colombia.

Peru - Colombia

13 Days Escorted Tour

February 12 - 24, 2010

The perfect combination to enjoy the best of Peru and Colombia, from ancient civilizations to cosmopolitan settings, from mystical encounters with the glorious past, high in the mountains, and in the enchanting Caribbean.

Barranquilla, Colombia, Colombia's "Golden Gate"; it's carnival features traditions dating back to the 19th century.

Cartagena, Colombia, has the largest (and best restored) walled colonial city surviving on the continent, combined with the gorgeous blue waters of the Caribbean.

Bogota, Colombia, has a thriving nightlife. Bogota also surprises visitors with its culture, including the famous Gold Museum, one of the largest pre-Colombian collections in the world.
Lima, Peru, takes you to the heart of the latest trend in international cuisine, with many new gourmet restaurants featuring the latest in modern Peruvian food.

Cuzco, and the Sacred Valley, in Peru, will introduce you to the ancient and modern worlds of the Inca civilization, from the beautiful ruins to the popular markets.

Machu Picchu, Peru, is heralded as one of the new Seven Wonders of the World, a fascinating and spiritual destination that leaves a lasting impression on all who visit.

This 13 day trip includes 2 countries and 7 flights (domestic and international, all included in the 1 low price), with hotel, tours and some meals.

Only $3995 per person
Single Supplement $550.00

Price includes: International and domestic flights and transportation throughout the tour ~ Hotel accommodations, based on double occupancy ~ Daily breakfast and meals specified in the itinerary ~ Transportation in air-conditioned bus with driver and English-speaking guide ~ Visits mentioned in the itinerary with guides and entrance fees.

Price does not include: Optional Tours ~ Extra baggage charges ~ Gratuities and personal expenses ~ Trip Cancellation / Interruption Insurance ~ Airport Departure Taxes in South America

ITINERARY

Fri 12 Feb ~ USA to Barranquilla, Colombia
Depart USA in morning, arrive same evening, transfer to hotel.

Sat 13 Feb ~ Barranquilla
Attend Carnival parade. (B)

Sun 14 Feb ~ Barranquilla – Cartagena
Morning bus departure to Cartagena, transfer to hotel. Guided sunset walking tour old city; evening at leisure (B)

Mon 15 Feb ~ Cartagena
Day at leisure in Cartagena; optional Rosario island day tour. (B)

Tue 16 Feb ~ Cartagena – Bogota
Flight to Bogota, transfer to High Park hotel (B)

Wed 17 Feb ~ Bogota
Guided day tour of Bogota: Candelaria, Monserrate and Botero and Gold Museums. (B,L)

Thu 18 Feb ~ Bogota
Half day tour : Zipaquira, Salt Cathedral; dinner optional at famed Andres Carne de Res (B)

Fri 19 Feb ~ Bogota – Lima, Peru
Flight to Lima, Peru, transfer to hotel Casa Andina Miraflores Centro. Half Day Lima city tour (B)

Sat 20 Feb ~ Lima
Day at leisure (B)

Sun 21 Feb ~ Lima to Cuzco
Flight to Cuzco, transfer to hotel, afternoon city tour including nearby ruins (B)

Mon 22 Feb ~ Machu Picchu
Full day excursion (B,L)

Tue 23 Feb ~ Sacred Valley
Full day excursion (B,L)

Thu 24 Feb ~ Cuzco to Lima to USA

To register for Peru & Colombia 2010, please follow these steps:
1. Fill out and sign the Registration Form (available upon request).
2. Review and sign a copy of the Terms and Conditions.
3. Fax or mail these documents to AMERICAS TRAVEL with your deposit.



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Fon: 415-703-9955 ~ Fax: 415-703-9959
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415-637-2660
walter@vamoscolombiatour.com

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Peru and Colombia 14 days Airfare Included - A great gay trip!

PERU AND COLOMBIA 14 DAYS

AIRFARE INCLUDED

Departing dates in 2009: June 18 (Gay Pride) and October 22

(Halloween)

Machu Picchu, Peru and

Bogota, Colombia: Gay Pride or Halloween

The perfect combination to enjoy the best of South America, from ancient civilizations to gay life in a cosmopolitan setting, from mystical encounters with the glorious past, high in the mountains, and in the enchanting Caribbean.

Machu Picchu, Peru, is heralded as one of the new Seven Wonders of the World, a fascinating and spiritual destination that leaves a lasting impression on all who visit.

Cartagena, Colombia, has the largest (and best restored) walled colonial city surv

iving on the continent, combined with the gorgeous blue waters of the Caribbean.

Cusco, and the Sacred Valley, in Peru, will introduce you to the ancient and modern worlds of the Inca civilization, from the beautiful ruins to the popular markets.

Bogota, Colombia, has the thriving gay life, including a large gay pride parade in June, as well as over 80 bars and clubs.

Bogota also surprises visitors with its culture, including the famous Gold Museum, one of the largest pre-Colombian collections in the world.

Lima, Peru, takes you to the heart of the latest trend in international cuisine, with many new gourmet restaurants featuring the latest in modern Peruvian food.

This 14 day trip includes 2 countries and 7 flights (domestic and international, all included in the 1 low price), with hotel, tours and some meals

Only $3,995 per person double occupancy

1. Arrive in Lima, Peru, transfer to hotel Casa Andina

2. Half Day Lima city tour (B)

3. Lima day at leisure (B)

4. Flight from Lima to Cuzco, transfer to hotel, afternoon city tour of city and nearby ruins (B)

5. Full day Machu Picchu excursion (B,L)

6. Full day tour Sacred Valley (B,L)

7. Fly from Cuzco to Bogota; transfer to High Park (gay) hotel (optional massage available) (B)

8. Guided day tour of Bogota: Candelaria, Monserrate and Botero and Gold Museums. (B,L)

9. Half day tour : Zipaquira, Salt Cathedral; dinner optional at famed Andres Carne de Res (B)

10. Day at leisure in Bogota. Evening includes dinner and entrance to Theatron nightclub. (B,D)

11. June trip: Gay Pride parade in Bogota and related activities. October trip: Free Day (B)

12. Fly to Cartagena. Guided sunset walking tour of old city; evening at leisure (B)

13. Day at leisure in Cartagena; optional Majagua island day tour. (B)

14. Fly to Bogota and to USA

Information also available at

http://www.vamoscolombiatour.com/tours.htm

Please contact Walter Rey of Vamos Colombia Tour, LLC, at 415-637-2660 or

www.vamoscolombiatour.com walter@vamoscolombiatour.com

JOIN US FOR A GREAT (AND GAY) TIME IN PERU AND COLOMBIA!

Machu Picchu and Bogota Gay Pride $3,995, 14 days

We look forward to you joining us on our latest great gay vacation!

PERU AND COLOMBIA 14 DAYS, AIRFARE INCLUDED,

ONLY $ 3,995.00

Departing dates in 2009: June 18-July 1 (Gay Pride) and October 22-November 4 (Halloween)

Machu Picchu and Bogota Gay Life: Pride Parade or Halloween

Activities by Day

1. Arrive in Lima, Peru, transfer to hotel Casa Andina

2. Half Day Lima city tour (B)

3. Lima day at leisure (B)

4. Flight from Lima to Cusco, transfer to hotel Casa Andina, afternoon city tour of city and nearby ruins (B)

5. Full day Machu Picchu excursion (B,L)

6. Full day tour Sacred Valley (B,L)

7. Fly from Cusco to Bogota, Colombia; transfer to High Park (gay) hotel (optional massage available) (B)

8. Guided day tour of Bogota: Candelaria, Monserrate and Botero and Gold Museums. (B,L)

9. Half day tour environs of Bogota: Zipaquira, Salt Cathedral; dinner optional at famed Andres Carne de Res (B)

10. Day at leisure in Bogota. Optional activities: Botanic garden, Colpatria Tower views. Evening includes dinner at Chase and entrance to Theatron nightclub (well drinks included). October trip: Halloween celebration (B,D)

11. June trip: Gay Pride parade in Bogota and related activities. October trip: Optional day in Usaquen, Bogota (B)

12. Fly to Cartagena. Guided sunset walking tour of old city;

evening at leisure (B)

13. Day at leisure in Cartagena; optional Majagua island day tour. (B)

14. Fly to Bogota and to USA

Price is based on double occupancy, with an expected tour size of 10-14 people. Significant change in exchange rates may affect cost of trip. Price includes all hotels, airfare (domestic and international economy seats), airport/hotel transfers, listed guided tours, and listed meals (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner). Price does not include: alcoholic beverages, tips, personal expenses, visas, optional tours, extra luggage charges, or travel insurance (which is strongly recommended).

For more information, please contact Walter at Vamos Colombia Tour, LLC

(415) 637-2660

www.vamoscolombiatour.com

walter@vamoscolombiatour.com

Trip to Machu Picchu and Gay Pride Bogota (English/Español )

Check out our latest offering to Colombia and Peru. Vamos Colombia Tour is offering a trip featuring Machu Picchu, Cuzco, and Lima in Peru as well as Cartagena and Bogota for its Gay Pride Parade in June.

The details are included on our website, and more information will be coming very soon. The dates are June 18 to July 1, 2009. Contact Walter or Vamos Colombia Tour, LLC, for more information.

www.vamoscolombiatour.com

Machu Picchu is the famed "Lost City of the Incas" which was recently voted one of the seven modern Wonders of the World.

Cartagena is a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring beautifully restored colonial buildings, white sand beaches on the nearby Rosario Islands and a sizable gay nightlife.

Bogota Gay Pride is a parade on the city's main thoroughfare, from the gay Chapinero neighborhood to the downtown/Candelaria. Colombian Drag Queen "Celia Queen" (not to be confused with the late great Celia Cruz) is pictured here and the video gives a peak of her performance.


Español :

Nuestro nuevo viaje a  Colombia y Perú. Vamos Colombia Tour ofrece un viaje a Machu Picchu, Cuzco y Lima en el Perú, así como Cartagena y Bogotá para su desfile Gay en junio.

Los detalles están incluidos en nuestro sitio web, para más información. Las fechas son 18 de junio al 1 de julio de 2009. Contactenos a Walter o Colombia Vamos Tour, LLC, para más información.
Machu Picchu es la famosa "Ciudad Perdida de los Incas" que fue recientemente elegida una de las siete maravillas del mundo moderno.

Cartagena es un sitio del Patrimonio Mundial de la UNESCO ha sido bellamente restaurado sus  edificios coloniales, playas de arena blanca cerca de la Islas del Rosario y la vida nocturna gay.

Bogotá Gay Pride es un desfile en la principal arteria de la ciudad, desde el paque Nacional hasta la Plaza de Bolivar en el centro de la ciudad / Candelaria.

La transformista Reina de Colombia "Celia la Reina" (que no debe confundirse con el gran Celia Cruz)  en la foto y el video le dan ese sabor Colombiano a este destino.