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When you get to Getsemani our guide will show you why it is the coolest neighborhood in the world, we will find narrow, colorful streets and street art, you will have an immersion with different cultures since tourists like you stay in this neighborhood to learn about the culture and history, it will be a 2-hour walk where you will enjoy a world enchanted by the colors of the graffiti that accompany us on the walk.

This tour has a bilingual guide who will accompany and assist travelers throughout the tour. We start at the pick-up point chosen by the traveler (hotel or Airbnb) from there we go to our first stop, the Medellin cable car or metrocable where we can admire the beauty of the city from above. Then we will walk through the transformation neighborhood (comuna 13) where travelers will be able to share with some of the local characters and artists, making this an unforgettable experience. a beautiful place to take lots of photos of its colorful houses and street art along the way and also to enjoy the best coffee and delicious artisanal ice cream famous in this area of the city and most importantly we will get to know all the details behind the transformation of a neighborhood that is an example of coexistence, full of good energy, music and lots of color.

Medellín is known for its flourishing street art scene—see it first hand on a 3-hour tour. Your bilingual guide will take you to view some of the city's best street art and graffiti while sharing stories about local artists along the way. Learn how Medellín has transformed into one of South America's coolest cities, and visit Comuna 13, a now-hip neighborhood that was once Medellín's most dangerous. Ride in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle en route.

Get out and explore Medellin in a different light on this small-group guided tour. You'll visit cultural hot spots such as Salon Malaga, which dates back to the 1950s, and the Homero Manzi Cultural House, known for its tango dance events. You'll also pay a visit to La Pascasia, a bar and restaurant with an art gallery and regular live music performances.

With even a short layover in Bogotá, you can explore artistic graffiti, local markets, or historic landmarks, then head to the summit of Monserrate for sweeping views across the city. Rather than sitting in the airport for hours, make the most of a Bogotá layover with a fully flexible, private tour that’s customized to your interests and schedule, and ensures that you’ll arrive back at the airport in time for your departing flight.

Explore Bogota’s street art scene on this private guided tour with a local. After a convenient hotel pickup, visit sites like La Candelaria, Parque de los Periodistas, Chorro de Quevado, and 26th Avenue. Learn about the imagery from an informative guide and capture memorable photos of murals, graffiti, and other types of creative street art.

Delve deeper into the contemporary culture of Medellín than you would alone on a private tour that focuses on street art and food. Cross popular attractions off your sightseeing list and then ride the aerial tram to the hillside neighborhood of San Javier for a walking tour of local street art that expresses the neighborhood’s identity.

Immerse yourself in the daily life of the city; live, walk, smell and taste the culture of Medellin while sharing your time with a local, discovering the fascinating urban and social transformation of what was once the most dangerous city in the world. Initially in our tour we will experience Downtown Medellin; we will recognize it's history, it's culture and it's art, we will discover what day to day is like at Downtown Medellin, where approximately 1'200.000 people move daily. We will start our trip using the public transportation, first we will take the train to the Comuna 13, then we will transfer to the cable car that will take us to some of the communities in the hills. At the Comuna 13, we will go to the famous Outdoor Escalators, a unique project in the world framed by the greatest amount of graffiti in Medellin, previously one of the most dangerous areas in the city, we will understand the incredible history and the transformation process that it's inhabitants experienced.

Discover Cartagena’s vibrant nightlife in a guided experience of selected bars. Enjoy the ideal night for a closer and more authentic experience. Try well-crafted cocktails while exploring different musical environments and styles. Accompanied by hosts with extensive experience in hospitality and local culture. Live the Carthage night without worrying about planning The experience begins at Mirador Culture Bar, overlooking the historic center, live DJ and signature cocktails and continues at other outstanding bars selected according to the rhythm of the night and the tastes of the group. The activity is offered in Spanish and English and is ideal for those who enjoy cocktails, music and good company.

Learn about Cali's tradition of salsa dancing and get the chance to try out a few steps yourself with this tour. You'll visit the Salsa Museum, spend time in Cali's historic Barrio Obrero, and get the chance to dance it up with locals. Don't worry if you don't have any dance experience, as lessons will be provided.

Zipaquira Salt Cathedral is one of Colombia's top attractions, but reaching it without your own wheels can be difficult. This day trip saves you the stress of public transportation by taking care of round-trip rides from the capital and includes a tour of the nearby town. Tailor your experience with options that include admission tickets.

Immerse yourself in the world of Colombian coffee on this small-group tour from Medellin. Get out of the city and take in the beauty of the surroundings; you can focus on enjoying it instead of worrying about driving and directions since all private transportation is included. Learn about the process of coffee-making at an organic coffee farm, from bean to cup, and taste some samples of different brews.

Discover Comuna 13 from an authentic, comfortable, and fully personalized perspective. Unlike traditional group tours, this private experience is designed for travelers who want to explore at their own pace, with the comfort of private transportation and the dedicated attention of a bilingual guide. More than simply visiting a tourist attraction, you will experience the real story behind one of Medellín’s most remarkable urban transformations. During the Metrocable ride and your walk through the iconic outdoor escalators, you’ll gain insight into the historical, cultural, and social context that shaped Comuna 13, while discovering its vibrant street art, local galleries, and traditional flavors. Our approach combines comfort, flexibility, and a more personal and enriching experience—ideal for travelers seeking a more authentic and exclusive way to discover Medellín.

Dive deep into Medellin’s present-day art and culture on a private half-day tour of Comuna 13. This excursion is ideal for travelers who want to go beyond the typical tourist itinerary and immersive themselves in everyday life. After a visit to Plaza Botero, follow your guide to Comuna 13. There, you’ll explore kaleidoscopic murals, ride the electric escalators, and take a cable car to a spectacular viewpoint.

This tour covers Pablo's tour and the Comuna 13 tour all in one day. Our guides speak perfect English and Spanish and know the complete history of each place that you will visit. Their will be opportunities to shop for souvenirs and to take some amazing pictures. The tour is completely private which we prefer as this way we can dedicate our time to you, answer any questions, and move at your pace. Here at Medellin, we are not just your tour guides, but your new friends in Medellin!

During your Medellin vacation, don’t waste a moment waiting—save time waiting in line with a skip-the-line admission ticket to the Antioquia Museum (Museo de Antioquia), one of Colombia’s most important galleries. Choose a time slot to suit you and admire works by Fernando Botero at your own pace.

Feast your senses on all aspects of Medellin during a sightseeing tour that includes fruit tasting at a local market. Ideal if you’re visiting for the first time, this tour covers top attractions such as Comuna 13 and Plaza Botero, and helps you overcome the language barrier with the help of your Spanish-speaking guide.

Charter Dock at 9:30 AM. Ask for boat SONATA. We depart at 10:00 AM — we cannot wait past 9:50 AM. Sonata is a magnificent 58ft cutter-rigged ketch, built in 1979 in Taipei, Taiwan, with a capacity of 26 guests. The Journey We'll motor upwind toward Bahía Concha in Tayrona National Park, passing at a distance by Taganga, Playa Grande, and Aguja Island. Once anchored, our auxiliary boat will shuttle you ashore — or simply swim in! At the Beach Snorkeling, SUP boarding, and sunbathing. On Board Lunch and one drink per person will be served approximately 1 hour after arrival. Return At 3:30 PM, everyone boards for the sail back (wind permitting). We arrive 4:30-5:00 pm Weather & Park Closures If maritime authorities restrict access to Tayrona, we'll visit nearby bays. No refund in this case. If all navigation is restricted: Full refund. Tayrona Park closes Feb 1–15 | Jun 1–15 | Oct 19–Nov 2. During these dates, we visit nearby bays instead NO OUTSIDE FOOD/DRINKS ALLOWED IN MARINA

Discover the life and works of one of Colombia's best-known artists, Fernando Botero, on a 3-hour guided tour through Medellín. Explore the Museum of Antioquia, where more than 100 of Botero's paintings are on display, and visit the Plaza de las Esculturas, home to over 20 Botero statues. A highlight of this art tour is Botero's Pájaro de Paz statue, which was destroyed by a bomb and later replaced with an exact Botero replica. The remnants of the original and the newer version now stand side by side.

Get an insider's perspective on Medellin's transformation from one of the most notorious cities in Latin America to one of the safest, most vibrant, and most visited destinations in all of South America. This tour takes you to outdoor mural galleries in the neighborhoods of Las Indepencias and San Javier, allowing you to hear the city's story through its artwork. Travel like a local on the metro and the bus along with your guide, and taste local favorite snacks, too.

Spend a day immersed in Colombia’s lush nature on this full-day excursion from Cali to the San Cipriano Natural Reserve. With a small group, go on jungle walks, swim in the pristine waters, kayak or tube along the San Cipriano River, and much more. This is a day filled with adventure and not to be missed.

Enjoy an unforgettable night in Cartagena Bay aboard the luxury yacht Sibarita Master. Behold the illuminated walled city, its skyscrapers and colonial charm as you navigate a sophisticated atmosphere, with ambient music and exceptional service. A perfect experience for a magical evening!

Learn about the coffee production process from bean to cup on this half-day tour. Enjoy the scenery as you ride from Medellin to the countryside, then sample delicious Colombian coffee as you discover the production stages including planting, de-pulping, fermenting, roasting, and grinding. Tour the coffee farm and try picking some of the beans yourself.

Bogotá is the perfect place to purchase emeralds, but finding high-quality gems can be a challenge for less experienced buyers. Get an insider’s look at emeralds from local mines on a 4-hour private tour of Minas de Colombia, where you can learn to identify the finest stones and explore emerald processing in a gallery setting. This private tour includes pickup and drop-off at your Bogotá hotel.