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Colombia cycling trip
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Colombia cycling trip
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Tue
31 Dec
Wed
1 Jan
Thu
2 Jan
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Colombia cycling trip
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Next availability: Tue, 31 Dec
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AUD 5,035.54
Highlights
The Antioquia region is bigger than Costa Rica, is characterized by its historic towns, its traditional Colombian cuisine, its biodiversity, and its routes full of flowers and coffee plantations that have made Colombia famous.
We started the tour in Medellín, the second-largest city in Colombia, located in a valley and characterized by its beautiful surroundings, smooth roads, picturesque towns, and hundreds of cyclists riding on weekends along the routes where famous cyclists currently train in the peloton . international.
We stay 45 kilometers outside the city to pedal our first rides at 2,300 meters (8,202 feet) above sea level and then we move to the southwest of Antioquia, where we will learn about coffee in Colombia.
Distances: 40-100 km
Elevation gained per ride: 940 m to 2,200 m
Duration: 7 rides / 8 nights
Level: King of the mountains, Beetle and Classicomaniac
Price: $2,390
Itinerary
Arrival and welcome dinner
Medellin
6 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeUpon arrival, we pick you up at the José María Córdoba airport in Rionegro, which serves the city of Medellín. We assemble the bikes (in case of rent we do a quick fitting) and have a welcome meal, where we enjoy our gastronomy. Colombian cuisine is very diverse and varies according to the different regions of Colombia. During dinner, in addition to celebrating the great adventure that is about to begin, we will have a tour exhibition where we present the details of the trip.- AccommodationsNight in a local/authentic and world-class boutique hotel in El Retiro townFood And DrinksDinner - Local/authentic and world-class restaurant.
El Retiro, La Ceja - Acclimatization rides
Parque Municipal El Retiro
8 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeFor our first day, we do an acclimatization ride, where you will have the opportunity to meet our famous "Repechos" and practice some tips on how to ride in Colombia. El Retiro, a town famous for its knowledge and work in wood. A cozy place to spend the next 3 nights of our trip.- AccommodationsNight in a local/authentic and world-class boutique hotel in El Retiro townFood And DrinksLunch - lunch at local/authentic and world-class restaurantsDinner - Dinner at local/authentic and world-class restaurantsBreakfast
Colorfull Town - Guatapé
Guatape
11 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeThis day takes us to Guatapé, a town that borders one of the main power generation reservoirs in Colombia. We will pass near the Piedra del Peñol, a huge rock that stands 2,135 m (7,005 ft) high. Its top can only be accessed by climbing its 659 steps. We finish the ride in Guatapé town, have lunch and then walk around to learn a little about Guatapé's history.- AccommodationsNight in a local/authentic and world-class boutique hotel in El Retiro townFood And DrinksBreakfastLunch - Lunch in Guatape. A hotel's Rooftop to enjoy the dam view.Dinner - Dinner way to El Retiro in a very nice restaurant, recognized for its sustainability and social programs.
Around Medellin - ARVI Park
Parque Arvi
10 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedWe ride towards the well-known region of flowers, famous for the "silleteros". Our tour includes a well-known category 2 climb and a series of "steep slopes" to burn the legs. For whatever reason, this region has produced so many top-level riders. We finished the ride in a nice country hotel, where we took a shower and had lunch. Then we will go to know Medellín, we leave the forest and enter one of the most important "barrios", or "favelas" that have been one of the symbols of social transformation and development of Medellín. This day we share with you how Medellín was selected as the most innovative city in the world.- AccommodationsNight in Medellin in the pink zone. Perfect opportunity to enjoy the nightlife in the city.Food And DrinksBreakfastLunch - Lunch in a natural park reserve. Ajiaco, is an authentic Colombian dish.Dinner - Dinner at Medellin, a beautiful and amazing veggie food. Because sustainability begins with the food.
MEDELLÍN by bike and transfer to Antioquia's southwest region
Medellin
8 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeMoving around Medellín by bicycle is the best way to get to know the city. Get to know Medellín, a surprising, innovative, and hospitable city. We will visit the main neighborhoods, take a gastronomic tour, and knowing the city. We will have our lunch on our way to the coffee region to start the second part of our adventure.- AccommodationsCountry house, the best landscape with Cerro Tusa as a frame! The Juan Valdes mountain Logo.Food And DrinksBreakfastLunchDinner
Coffee region - Day 1
Antioquia Department
10 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeWe will ride towards the coffee region of Antioquia, with "Cerro Tusa" on our horizon. A pyramid-shaped mountain where native Indians made offerings to their gods. This is also the same mountain that the famous coffee grower Juan Valdez uses in his motto. The journey to the southwest of Antioquia will take us up to 600 meters above sea level, where we will experience a different climate and see a variety of flora and fauna. Once we cross the Cauca River, one of the largest and most important rivers in Colombia, we will continue cycling along the San Juan River to start climbing mountains once more. At an elevation of 1,400 m (4,500 ft), we will begin to see the green and towering coffee crops.- AccommodationsAND IMPRESSIVE HOTEL! SUSTAINABLE COLOMBIAN DESIGN In search to reduce our environmental footprint.Food And DrinksBreakfastLunchDinner
COFFEE REGION - Day 2
Antioquia Department
10 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeWe depart by bike and along the way we visit a typical farm where we talk about Coffee in Colombia. Then we continue by bike to the big challenge in the coffee region! We hit a 23km climb, The Colombia's Mont Ventoux, 1st category, known as the "most beautiful village of Antioquia" by its topography, republican style, and landscapes. Culture of coffee and horses.- AccommodationsRest in a local and beauty house, close to the town, the best way to discover an Antioquia village.Food And DrinksBreakfastLunchDinner
COFFEE REGION - Day 3
Antioquia Department
10 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeWe finish our tour with one last challenge. We take a shower at a country road hotel, have lunch, and transfer to avoid traffic. We arrive in Medellín, pack the bikes, and do our closing event to end our adventure. Last night in Medellín, so if you want, it is the opportunity to celebrate. Night life in Medellin.- AccommodationsNight in MedellinFood And DrinksBreakfastLunchDinner
departure
Medellin
Admission Ticket FreeTransfer to the airport- Food And DrinksBreakfast
What's included
INCLUDED
Lunch (7)
Dinner (8)
Breakfast (8)
NOT INCLUDED
Services and products not specified
bike rental
Customer reviews
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Location
Address
Medellin, Colombia
Provider
Colombia Cycling
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