Overview
Are you ready for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure filled with music, culture, and incredible cuisine? Join us for the Petronio Álvarez Festival Tour, a 5-day cultural journey through the heart of Colombia’s Pacific heritage. Experience Cali, the capital of the Colombian Pacific coast and the second-largest Afro-descendant city in Latin America, after Salvador de Bahia, Brazil. Immerse yourself in one of the country’s most vibrant and soulful festivals, celebrating the rhythms, flavors, and traditions of Afro-Colombian culture.
Experience Colombia through the City of Cali
Your journey takes you to Cali, home to the Petronio Álvarez Festival, a spectacular celebration of Afro-Colombian culture. This annual event brings together over 700 musicians and artists, offering a deep dive into the rich traditions of the Pacific region.
At the festival, you’ll:
✔ Dance to the electrifying rhythms of Currulao, Chirimia Marimba, Cauca Violins and Bunde.
✔ Savor traditional Afro-Colombian cuisine and handcrafted beverages like Viche, a bold spirit from the Pacific coast.
✔ Explore unique handicrafts made by Afro-Colombian and Indigenous artisans.
Sample Itinerary
After you arrive at Cali airport, we’ll transfer you to your hotel, where you’ll have time to relax and freshen up.
Later in the evening, get ready to connect with your fellow travelers at a welcome dinner featuring local cuisine. This will be the perfect opportunity to get to know your group and learn more about the journey ahead.
MEALS: Welcoming Dinner
Explore Cali with our Cali Fusion Tour, which showcases this city’s historic and cultural spots. After that, get ready for a salsa dance experience, where you’ll learn the basics of this joyful dance influenced by the Cuban sounds of Son Music.
In the evening, experience the highly anticipated Petronio Alvarez Festival and enjoy one of the biggest celebrations of Afro-American and Afro-Colombian culture.
Later, head to a local salsa club where you can practice what you’ve learned and dance the night away to the infectious rhythms of salsa.
- MEALS: Breakfast
Discover Pacific sounds and flavors with our Marimba Experience. Engage with local music like Bunde, Rumba, Juga, and Currulao; traditional instruments like Marimba de Chonta, Cununus, Bombos, and Guasá.
Next, indulge in fresh seafood at a charming local market, where you can enjoy the freshest catches in an authentic setting. Afterward, immerse yourself in Colombia’s coffee culture with a delightful coffee tasting experience, savoring rich, freshly brewed cups.
The evening continues with another night at the Petronio Alvarez Festival.
- MEALS: Breakfast and Lunch
Spend your day immersed in the daytime and nighttime festivities of the Petronio Alvarez Festival. Enjoy a full day of cultural performances, music, and local cuisine, capturing the essence of the Afro-Colombian spirit.
- MEALS: Breakfast
After a memorable journey through Cali’s rich culture and breathtaking landscapes, prepare to bid a warm farewell to your fellow travelers and the team members of Musical Getaways. Your private transfer to Cali Airport will be ready for your departure.
MEALS: Breakfast
Small Group Tours Up to 12 People
August 14th-18th 2025
5 Days / 4 Nights
Cali, Colombia
Why You Should Experience the Festival
If you are a traveler looking for authentic cultural experiences, this festival is a must-visit. Get ready to dance, taste, and feel the rhythms of the Pacific as you celebrate a living heritage that almost disappeared but now thrives stronger than ever.
Join us on the Cartagena Weekend
Music Tour and receive FOR FREE:
This is valid ONLY if you book the Petronio Alvarez Festival tour AND the Cartagena Weekend Tour
Your Stay
Hotel Faranda Collections Cali (or similar)
Hotel Faranda Collection Cali, a member of Radisson Individuals, is a 5-star hotel located in the heart of Cali, Colombia. The hotel features an art deco style and offers 41 smoke-free rooms equipped with modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and air conditioning. Guests can enjoy on-site dining at the hotel’s restaurant and bar, as well as access to a fitness center, spa, and wellness center. The hotel is conveniently situated near the Cali River and downtown area, providing easy access to local attractions and cultural sites.
What’s included?
4 nights of lodging at Hotel Faranda Collection Cali (or similar), an exclusive hotel located in the heart of Cali.
All ground transportation, including airport transfers and private transportation to tour activities and festival venues.
Daily breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 welcome dinner, featuring Pacific flavors and traditional Afro-Colombian cuisine.
Access to unique musical and cultural experiences, including a salsa dance workshop, the Cali Fusion City Tour, a Marimba de Chonta music immersion, seafood market visit, and coffee tasting.
Expert local guides and cultural hosts, including musicians, dancers, and tradition bearers from Colombia’s Pacific region
Personalized assistance with reservations and recommendations for leisure time, ensuring an enjoyable experience during free periods and optional meals.
What’s not included?
Dates And Pricing
August 14th-18th, 2025
Cali, Colombia
Price Per Person
Book this tour along with the Cartagena Weekend Music Tour (August 21st-24th) and receive 3 free nights in a hotel in Cartagena (August 18th-21st), plus an internal flight from Cali to Cartagena—on us!
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Petronio Alvarez Festival
Cali, Colombia
Cali Fusion Tour
Cali, Colombia
