Top Colombia Half-day Tours

Get an in-depth insight in Bogotá's oldest and most eclectic district on this guided tour of La Candelaria. Your guide points out some of the most interesting street art as you walk to a chicha bar to learn about the local alcoholic beverage, then you head to a local market to taste of some of the nation’s unique fruits. Also visit cafés for insight into Colombian coffee and to the Plaza del Rosario and Plaza Simón Bolivar.

Experience the flavors and vibrancy of the Santa Marta food scene on this dynamic food tour. Walk through markets packed with local dishes and produce, and learn about their origins and ingredients from your guide. Taste food like fresh ceviche, bollo and coconut rice. Enjoy the atmosphere of a thriving town market and speak to locals as you travel around the city.

Ditch the guidebooks and learn about Cartagena's Afro-Colombian heritage at the source on this group tour of San Basilio de Palenque. Relax in an air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup as you drive to the UNESCO-listed village. Participate in traditional dancing and drumming, and learn about local history as you visit a museum, traditional medicine house, and more.

Exploring Medellin by bike means access to hidden back roads, quiet parks, and viewpoints, but local knowledge is essential for finding a safe and fun route through the city. Join a local guide for a Medellin bike tour that includes colorful neighborhoods, stops for drinks and snacks, and plenty of photo breaks along the way.

See the street art of Medellin's Comuna 13 neighborhood with a local guide by booking this group tour. You'll learn about how the neighborhood transformed itself from one of the most dangerous spots in the city to a thriving tourist attraction as you walk through the area. You'll also check out all sorts of street art and get the chance to interact with local artists and snack vendors.

Few places in the world are as famous for their coffee as Colombia, so Medellin is the perfect place to head out into the countryside and discover the coffee-growing process. This seamless tour takes care of transportation from the city, so you can focus on exploring a traditional finca and tasting the kind of coffees you're unlikely to find in typical cafés.

Explore the historic La Candelaria neighborhood of Bogotá and learn all about Colombia on this shared walking tour. Follow your licensed tour guide as they lead you through this part of the city known for its many museums, past landmarks including the Jorge Eliecer Gaitan Monument and the Colón Theater. Familiarize yourself with the city on this tour so you can quickly find your way back to the museums that most interest you.

Colombian cuisine features dishes and ingredients unfamiliar to many visitors, even foodies. This small-group experience unlocks the secrets of some of the most complex and nuanced fare in South America. In the company of one food-obsessed guide, you'll embark on a feasting extravaganza through the streets of the old town and afterward take part in a coffee workshop to get familiar with some of the finest beans in the world.

Escape the groups and crowds of larger tours on a private half-day city tour of Cartagena. Get an overview of the city and check off its major sights, including its historic center, Castillo San Felipe, and Convento de la Popa. Hear cultural insights from your guide that you might otherwise miss along the way.

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.

Pablo Escobar and the Medellin Cartel had a dramatic impact on the recent history of the Medellin and Colombia. Learn about this dark chapter from your guide as they help you navigate to scattered sites associated with the late drug lord, such as communities impacted by Escobar and the man’s tomb. But also see how his victims are still remembered today at a local memorial site.

Get an intimate look at the historic streets and monuments of Cartagena during this 4-hour private tour. Discover this Caribbean city’s wealth of beautiful architecture, starting with the elegant mansions of the Manga neighborhood and continuing to monuments like San Felipe Castle and the Monastery of La Popa. You’ll also wander the UNESCO World Heritage-listed walled city and its atmospheric public squares before finishing in Cartagena’s more modern districts like Bocagrande. A private guide and vehicle, all entrance fees and round-trip hotel transport are also included.

Explore central Bogotá on this half-day sightseeing bike tour. Visit the city’s historical center, known as La Candelaria, plus a traditional fruit market and coffee factory. Along the way, pass by landmarks such as the Plaza de Toros and the Museo Nacional and see street art murals. Plus, stop in the Parque Nacional to sample traditional Colombian street foods.

BOOK IN ADVANCE — SPOTS LIMITED! Sip. Dance. Discover Medellín After Dark. 8 PM Reservations – Start at EGEO Rooftop, Click Clack Hotel, Cra. 37 #10A-29, El Poblado 9:30 PM Reservations – Start at YUZU Rooftop, Cl 10A #38-26, El Poblado NOTE: Make sure to join on our group chat for the live updates! (Check your email/spam for the full tour details) Begin with skyline views and signature cocktails at EGEO and YUZU, then rise to Mosquito Rooftop. Slide into Teatro Victoria with VIP free entry, continue to La House Provenza with VIP free entry, and close at La Oculta, Medellín’s underground favorite. ✅ Free shots or VIP perks ✅ Free cover at select venues ✅ Safe, stylish, social night out ✅ Free Empanada ✅ Bilingual Tour Guide ✅ Wear Smart Casual NOTE: We don't guarantee a certain amount of people on tours. There is different ages randomly and men or women ratio vary randomly. Warning that you might be the only one on the tour. Itinerary is subject to change due to availability.

Discover the vibrant charm of Guatapé on this day trip from Medellín. Explore its colorful streets and climb the 740 steps of Piedra del Peñol for panoramic views of the lake-dotted landscape. Enjoy a scenic boat ride past Pablo Escobar’s Hacienda La Manuela, visit a historic church in Marinilla, and stroll through the picturesque town of Zócalos. Please note: departure times may be adjusted slightly during holidays and high seasons.

Get deeper insight into the turbulent history of Medellin on a private tour that covers Comuna 13 and sites made significant by Pablo Escobar. Opting for a private tour means you’ll benefit from the undivided attention of your guide as you travel around the city in air-conditioned comfort, which saves you the hassle of navigating public transport.

Totumo Mud Volcano is a one-of-a-kind attraction home to mineral-infused mud that’s reputed to have healing properties. Avoid the hassle of public transport and the expense of taxis on a stress-free trip to the volcano, which includes snacks and convenient hotel pickup and drop-off. You’ll have ample time to soak in the mud bath and, opt for massage if you'd like.

Medellin is renowned for its stunning viewpoints, but it can be exhausting to climb or ride to them all. Explore the city without breaking a sweat on an electric bike tour that takes you off the beaten path in a safe and informative way. You'll ride in a group limited to 15 travelers, which means you'll pedal at a more relaxed pace than if you were in a huge group. Plus, you'll be party to local knowledge that you won't find in the guidebook.

Enjoy a fascinating 4-hour exploration of Cartagena’s top attractions during this shore excursion designed with cruise ship passengers in mind. Join a local guide to check out Cartagena sights including the striking architecture in the Manga neighborhood and see the colonial San Felipe Fortress. You’ll also have shopping time at Las Bovedas, take a walking tour of the old city and learn about Colombia’s emerald industry at the Emerald Museum. This shore excursion also covers transport by air-conditioned vehicle, bottled water and entrance at the monastery and the Saint Peter Claver Church and Museum.

While most food tours take place on foot, this culinary adventure transports you through Medellin in a brightly colored *rumbero* vehicle for a more exciting experience. Cover more neighborhoods in less time as you travel on four wheels, and stop for street food snacks that showcase the city’s food scene.

Comuna 13 was once the most dangerous neighborhood in Medellin, but has now been transformed into its most colorful. Avoid missing out on important information and go with a guide who provides history and anecdotes you won’t find in typical guidebooks. Learn about the transformation of the former slum, hear stories behind the graffiti you see, and watch lively breakdancing performances while you explore.

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.

See more of Cali without having to worry about hiring a car or navigating unfamiliar public transport routes on a full-day tour that helps you get your bearings in the vibrant Colombian city. This private tour covers top Cali attractions such as Cristo Rey, the Tertulia Museum, and downtown Cali, and helps you overcome the language barrier to discover places you might otherwise miss.