Things to do in Medellin, Antioquia Department: The Best Multi-day Tours

This authentic tour is perfect for those who have had enough of the city and wish to head over to the country side for a couple nights at the coffee region, while combining colonial town of Santafe de Antioquia where the city of Medellin originally was founded. During 3 days and 2 nights enjoy a fantastic journey around Antioquia´s most significant villages such as: Santafe de Antioquia, Jerico, and Jardin. A comprehensive visit to 3 unique villages that describe best the essence of paisa (Medellin native) culture and traditions since early foundations, especially coffee traditions. By the end, you will be able to identify impressive prehispanic architecture while learning the principles of coffee production straight from the coffee collector.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 2 nights accommodation, Driver/guide, Lunch, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Gratuities, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, unless specified

This tour will allow you to explore the places where Pablo was defeated by the colombian government, the innovative comuna 13 slum, the community Pablo sponsored for the poor, the museum created by Pablo´s brother, and the memory house dedicated to all their victims. Next day, tour gets away from the city towards Guatape and El Peñol for stupendous 8 hours of beautiful sceneries. Entrance to the Peñol rock included. AND, private boat ride around the Guatape lake. PLUS, exclusive access inside La Manuela, one of Pablo´s mos valued mansions by the lake. CATEDRAL (PABLO´S PRISON) CEMETERY ROOFTOP HE GOT CAUGHT MONACO BUILDING COMUNA 13 P.E. BARRIO MUSEUM HOUSE OF MEMORY GUATAPE PRIVATE BOAT RIDE LA MANUELA This tour will provide a great learning experience as to what should NOT happen in society and which characters should be the real heroes. Tour focuses on the victims by telling stories of those who suffer most, like police officers and government officials.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Fuel surcharge, TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee, All activities, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

This is the Most Complete 5 Day Medellin and Surroundings Tour available Anywhere! Included in this tour is a trip to Guatape Rock, where you’ll have the chance to climb the 740 steps to the very top and an absolutely magical view. You’ll take a scenic journey to the beautiful historical town of Santa Fe de Antioquia, stopping for a cable car ride across a lush green valley on the way. You’ll also enjoy taking the most complete Medellin City tour, including Plaza Botero, a tram ride, and cable car ride over Medellín houses. You’ll discover the dark history of this wonderful city, with a tour of Comuna 13, where you’ll learn the meaning behind some of the most outstanding graffiti you’ll ever see. You’ll stay a night in the beautiful town of Jardin, and enjoy a tour of this wonderful area, along with a visit to the heritage town of Jerico!

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Transport in private air conditioned vehicle, Entrance Fees, Airport Pickup and drop-off, Bilingual Guide on Tours

Exclusions: Meals and drinks not mentioned in the plan, Experiences and Transportation not mentioned in the plan, Personal expenses and tips

We are unique because our tour guides now the history behind this comuna also we explain the history the way it is and we explain everything in the Comuna13.

Inclusions: Licensed Guide & Driver

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This travel plan is designed for all those travelers looking for a greater autonomy and flexibility compared to a completely organized trip. Would you like to discover a new country, traveling with freedom? With us, THIS IS POSSIBLE! We offer you: the entire structure of the trip that includes accommodation in 3 or 4 stars hotels (depending on your budget) with breakfast included and all transfers (local flights and private land transportation). In addition, the presence of a private guide who will accompany you during your first days in Bogotá and surroundings to allow you to start your adventure in the best way in this magical destination (entrance fees during day 2 and day 3 are included). Are you looking for something special or different? We will be happy to create a tailor-made itinerary for you. We can create a customized tour for you, to accommodate to your availability, needs and desires.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Accommodation in Bogotá (2 nights), Accommodation in Salento (2 nights), Accommodation in Medellín (2 nights), Accommodation in Cartagena (2 nights), Accommodation in Santa Marta (2 nights), Lunch on the 2nd day (Guasca), Private transfers from/to all of the airports, Private transfers in Salento (day trip), in Medellín (day trip), in Santa Marta (day trip), Semi-Private transfer: Cartagena – Santa Marta, Tickets: Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá, Gold Museum, Monserrate, Excursions: Guasca and Zipaquirá (Day 2), Bogotá city tour (Day 3), Assistance during your trip – you will never be alone (English, Spanish, Italian)

Exclusions: Flight tickets (National/International), Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuity

Discover the diversity of Colombia and enjoy the best that our country has to offer. Roll through a region larger than Costa Rica, enjoy coffee plantations, large flower crops, heritage villages and green mountains. Each region is diverse which makes each day completely unique. This cycling adventure begins in the region of flowers and dams, where we find smooth roads about 2,300 meters above sea level for you to prepare at height. We pass through towns such as Guatapé, Rionegro and El Retiro. From there, we will return to Medellín to discover its nightlife. The last part of the trip takes us to the coffee region where we will visit Garden and other heritage towns that show our ancestral culture. Distances: 40-100 Km Elevation gained per roll: 940 m to 2,200 m Duration: 8 to 11 rounds / 9 to 12 nights Level: King of the mountains, Beetle and Classic Price: 2,900 to 3,900 USD

Inclusions: Use of bicycle

Exclusions: Services and products not specified

"Alto de Letras" a climb that should be on your list of challenges if you are an amateur cyclist. Letras, the most challenging climb in Colombia and one of the longest in the world. Through its more than 3,700 meters of elevation gained over the course of its 80 kilometers, you will discover beautiful landscapes, new smells, crops and typical villages. After much dedication and passion, this climb will be a challenge that will leave you with the satisfaction of having conquered it. Daily distances: 64 - 124 km Daily elevation gain: 680 m to 4,200 m Duration: 3 to 7 rounds / 4 to 8 nights Level: King of the mountains and Scarab Base price of: $ 1,600 USD Tour dates: Available upon request

Inclusions: Use of bicycle, Private transportation, High-end hotels. Gourmet and authentic food.

Exclusions: Unspecified Services

It only takes a couple of hours drive to arrive at the heart of the Andes and experience the best Colombia has to offer. Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city on a personalized journey to the most traditional coffee zone near Medellin to sample the number one coffee cup from the hands of the collectors directly. Furthermore, collect your own beans and learn the steps of coffee making on a real hands-on approach that will show you everything there is to know about Colombian`s flag product. 

Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Overnight accommodation, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

Walk through a conventional market and get to know its fruits, vegetables and flowers, this is the local market called “The Minorista”. Take a look at exotic fruits and interact with the salesman. Join us across the narrow passages filled with aromas and exotic products, taste fruits and juices, play with its flavors. • Duration: 3 hours. • Location to visit: “The Minorista Square”. • Starting location: Pickup and drop-off at your hotel. • Days available: Any day by request. • Includes bilingual guide.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup, Hotel drop-off, Driver/guide, Beverages, Food tasting

Exclusions: DVD (available to purchase), Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

The bustling city of Medellín, or the city of eternal spring, is well located between the natural park of Reserva Natural Cañon de Rio Claro and Guatapé. Together with its pleasant temperature, this city is worth visiting during your stay in Colombia. You can explore Medellín, the natural park and Guatapé in one amazing week and during the weekend, Medellín is the place to be for party people with its many discos. This metropole, with its textile manufacturing and flowers,  is different from the rest of Colombia because of its skyscrapers on one side, and the slums on the other side. Now you get to explore this big city of Medellín, during your 5 day stay here.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Accommodation in Medellín., Day trip to Rio Claro (Including two hour rafting or kayaking), Private transport during the program, 24/7 assistance

Exclusions: Flights, Optional activities, Insurance, Optional tips for the guide