Andean Highlands & Colonial Towns of Venezuela

Overview

This 9-day cultural and scenic route exploresVenezuela’s western highlands. Begin in Mérida, the Andean capital, and ridethe world’s highest cable car to Pico Espejo. Enjoy mountain villages, colonialplazas, and Andean cuisine. Continue to Barinas, gateway to the Llanos plains,where you’ll experience wildlife safaris. Stop in picturesque Colonia Tovar, aGerman-style settlement with Alpine architecture, before returning to Caracas.Designed for travelers interested in history, culture, and soft adventure, thistrip blends mountain scenery with colonial charm and authentic traditions.

Highlights

Mountains, wildlife plains, and charmingcolonial towns.

• Mérida’s Andean culture & cable car
• Andean villages & scenic valleys
• Llanos safari with birdwatching
• Colonia Tovar’s German-style culture
• Colonial churches & plazas

What to expect

Moderate activity with a mix of mountain andlowland travel

• Comfortable hotels & lodges
• Light hiking and cable car rides
• Guided wildlife excursions
• Colonial town exploration
• Authentic cultural immersion