Top Salento Private Sightseeing Tours

Saddle up and head out for a horseback visit to the Cocora Valley, led by a local guide. You'll learn all about life in rural Colombia while you take in the views of the surrounding countryside. You'll also have the option to sit down for a typical Colombian lunch at a local farm (not included in the price of the tour).

Discover a traditional town famed for thermal springs and gourmet products on a full-day, private tour of Santa Rosa de Cabal. Choosing a private tour lets you customize the day to your preferences, starting with a relaxing soak in natural, mineral-rich hot pools fed by mountain streams. While visiting historic Santa Rosa de Cabal, pause to sample the town’s flavorful chorizo at a beloved local food stand.

Come with us and visit UNESCO’s Coffee Cultural Landscape of Colombia Heritage Site and explore it thoroughly. If you want to cover all those essential places of the Coffee Region, we have the best option for you. Visit Filandia and Salento, the two must-see little and charming towns that boast the “cafetero” spirit and on top of that get to know the mesmerizing Cocora Valley and its wide field of palm trees. In this complete tour, you will have the chance to explore the land of our national tree, the Wax Palm Tree, in the Cocora Valley. You will hike around the best viewpoints of the coffee cultural landscape. Then you will visit the two iconic little towns: Salento and Filandia and you will stroll around its colorful, vibrant and traditional houses while you learn about the traditions, gastronomy, and lifestyle of this region.

Explore Colombia’s scenic ‘Coffee Triangle’ on a private tour that includes a hands-on experience at a small-scale coffee farm. You’ll follow coffee production from the plantation to roasted beans, with the chance to pick coffee cherries, plant coffee seedlings, and sample top-quality local coffee. It’s a more personal alternative to visiting the region's large-scale farms, and features a home-cooked meal of Colombian cuisine.

Pickup and timetable information This private tour with the company Turismo y Transporte Cafetero in Salento, Valle del Cocora and coffee farm is flexible: we can adjust the start and end time according to your itinerary. We offer hotel pick-up, accommodation or airport pick-up within available areas. If you are traveling with luggage, you can leave your bags in the vehicle, after coordination. The experience can be adapted to the rhythm of the group, whether calm, photographic, family or more active. You will live a full day in the heart of the Coffee Axis with roundtrip transportation, private guide and local accompaniment. We will visit the Cocora Valley, home of the wax palm; we will tour Salento, with colorful streets, viewpoints and crafts; and you will know a coffee farm to learn the coffee process from plant to cup. Includes guide in Spanish or English, entrance to the Forest of Palmas, coffee, water and assistance insurance.

Explore the Cocora Valley’s wild nature and picturesque landscapes on a hiking tour. Take in the scenery as you learn about the Coffee Triangle and the indigenous wax palm trees, and enjoy a moderate-to-easy walk through farmland and up mountainsides. Take your camera for some epic photographs of your surroundings, and see a different side to Colombia’s countryside and forests.

Pickup and timetable information This private tour of the company Turismo y Transporte Cafetero, a Finca Cafetera y Termales Santa Rosa is flexible: we can adjust the start and end time according to your itinerary. We offer hotel pick-up, accommodation, airport or agreed point in Pereira and nearby areas. If your hotel is not listed, select the nearest point and we will coordinate the exact location. If you are travelling with luggage, you can leave your bags in the vehicle. The experience can be adapted to the rhythm of the group, whether quiet, photographic or family. Live a full day between coffee culture, nature and rest. First you will meet a traditional farm, where a local guide in Spanish or English will explain the coffee process from the plant to the cup : growing, harvesting, roasting and preparation. Then you will visit Santa Rosa Thermal Springs to enjoy thermal pools and waterfalls. Includes round trip transportation, entrance fees, guide on the estate, water and attendance insurance.

Immerse yourself in all things coffee-related at Parque del Cafe, a coffee-themed amusement park, with this tour from Finlandia. Your local guide will pick you up at your hotel and take you to the park, where you'll have time to go on rides, spend time in a coffee museum, and try coffee-based snacks.

Hike among the soaring wax palms of Cocora Valley on a full-day, private tour that’s tailored to your needs, with options to customize everything from pick-up location to sightseeing stops. A guided Cocora hiking tour offers peace of mind while exploring its scenic nature—no route-finding required. Rounding out your exploration of Colombia’s most famed coffee-growing region are tours of Salento and a scenic coffee farm.

We start by going to the Cocora Valley and we will see the best panoramic views of the place, then we will go for a walk in the colonial area of Salento and we will have lunch in one of the best restaurants in the town, we will go to drink a cup of coffee in the most awarded place close to the main park, then we will continue directly to one of the best farms to live a complete coffee experience with the process from bean to cup. Throughout this tour we will have private transportation and a landscape interpreter guide. This signature tour is for lovers of authentic, personalized, comfortable experiences, with organized and friendly service. All this in the land of coffee and the Andes of Colombia.

Pickup and timetable information This private tour of the company Turismo y Transporte Cafetero, is flexible and adapts to your itinerary. We coordinate start and end time according to your needs and availability. We offer hotel, accommodation or airport pickup in the available areas: Pereira, Armenia, Salento, Filandia, Circassia, Montenegro, Quimbaya, La Tebaida and surrounding areas. If your hotel is not listed, select the nearest point and we will confirm the exact location. If you are travelling with luggage, you can leave your bags in the vehicle. You will visit the Cocora Valley, home to the wax palm; tour Salento; live a coffee experience on a traditional estate; and end up in Philandia, with access to the viewpoint of the Illuminated Hill. Includes private transportation, bilingual guide, selected tickets, complimentary water and assistance insurance. A day before the tour we will contact you by WhatsApp to confirm time, meeting point and final recommendations.

Coming to the Coffee Region is letting yourself be in connection with nature. If this is what you are looking for, join us in this 6-hour tour across the Cocora Valley, and imposing open field, home to the wax palm. Hike some of its mountains, learn about the national tree and about Colombian coffee farming culture and finish your day having a tasteful and humble local meal (not included). All of this with the company of an expert guide.

Coming to the Coffee Region is about letting yourself be in connection with nature and learning about the most popular beverage of the world. If this is what you are looking for, join us in this 8-hour tour across the Cocora Valley and a specialized coffee farm. Hike some of its mountains, and learn about about Colombian coffee farming culture. Finish your day having a tasteful and 100% Colombian coffee. All of this with the company of an expert guide. • A walk to remember around the Cocora Valley • A brief lesson about the Coffee Triangle and the Wax Palm Trees for its environmental and popular importance • A guided tour along the farm and its plantation • Getting to know the full process of growing coffee, from its seeds to the roasting • Picking up coffee cherries and planting coffee seedlings • A brief lesson about the great value of coffee for Colombian coffee growers and the country’s economy in general. • High-quality Colombian coffee tasting

YOU CAN CUSTOMIZE THE ENTIRE SERVICE AS YOU WISH (start/end times-location; you must inform us) Are you ready for the coolest tour of the Coffee Axis with the best company, Transportation and Tourism of the Axis? Welcome to the tour that will make you vibrate in San Vicente hot springs! This is not just a simple tour, it is an experience that will blow your mind! What makes this tour so special is not only the incredible places we visit, but the vibe and good vibes we bring with us every step of the way. You will be accompanied by guides who know how to make you have the best time, telling you curious stories and funny anecdotes. We want you to feel like part of this great family, Transport and Tourism of the Axis. So now you know, if you want to live an unforgettable trip full of adventure, this tour is for you. Come with us to San Vicente hot springs!, and get ready for an experience that will leave you amazed at how beautiful the Coffee Region is!"

Santa Rosa de Cabal is renowned for its natural thermal waters, and the hot springs are popular with both locals and travelers. With this sightseeing package, travel straight to the springs by private vehicle, avoiding the hassle of public transport and admiring the UNESCO–listed Coffee Cultural Landscape along the way. On arrival, enjoy free time to hike to the waterfalls and soak in the mineral-rich hot springs independently.

Because it combines authentic horseback riding, coffee, river and mountain landscapes, and the real connection to coffee culture. You walk natural trails on horseback, with local guides and meek horses, living Salento quietly, safely and differently.

Is a different way to know about the coffee process and heritage in the zone, we visited very beautiful coffee plantations and the route is so quite for go cycling, is surrounded by nature and beautiful landscapes, in our Farm San Jose we have our own farm coffee and the people could enjoy the animals, plants, fruit trees and the company from local people.

Colombia’s Cocora Valley is characterized by towering wax palm trees, lush valleys, and fragrant coffee farms. Join this private tour for a hike through the area to admire the beautiful landscapes and learn about Colombian coffee culture. While the hike is not strenuous, it does traverse up and down hills and rugged trails, so some level of physical fitness is required.

Coming to the Coffee Region is about letting yourself be in connection with nature and learning about the most popular beverage of the world, but there is more than what meets the eye, if you want to hike some of its forests walk through old tunnels for finding a hidden waterfall, we got you covered! After beautiful hiking, you will have a sightseeing walking tour through the streets of Salento.

A trip to the Coffee Triangle wouldn’t be complete without visiting the traditional small coffee towns, especially when they are cute, colorful, and full of tradition, are we right? So, come with us on this fun and mesmerizing cultural tour around the two coffee towns you cannot miss. Join us on this Filandia and Salento Coffee Towns Tour and let these two towns embody the essence of the Coffee Cultural Landscape and show you a bit of everything that our incredible Coffee Region has for you to discover. Trust us, this will be a real treat for you. Exploring Filandia’s main spots and viewpoints Walking around the main streets of Salento A brief lesson about UNESCO’s Coffee Cultural Landscape World Heritage Site Time to take tons of pictures of the coffee towns and the coffee landscapes.

Discover Salento’s towering palms, mountain coffee farms, and colorful architecture on a full-day, private tour exploring regional highlights. Start with a morning walk through Cocora Valley’s record-topping wax palms, learn about local coffee production on a scenic farm, then tour Salento’s colorful town center. Exploring with a private guide offers a personal introduction to Colombia’s coffee country, with the flexibility to enjoy each destination at your own pace.

Unlike other tours in the Cocora Valley, this tour takes you to discover hidden waterfalls and untraveled landscapes, giving you a more authentic and peaceful experience, away from the massive tourist routes. The difference is in the details: • Private walks, allowing close and personalized accompaniment. • We share stories, legends and facts about the biodiversity of the Cocora that you will not find in traditional guides. • We show you the best viewpoints for unique photos. • We are local guides, ensuring direct contact with culture and territory. More than a hike, you will live an intimate, natural and transformative experience, ideal for those who seek real connection with the mountain and not just a photo in the Valley.

Coming to the Coffee Region is about letting yourself be in connection with nature and learning about the most popular beverage of the world, but there is more than what meets the eye, if you want to hike some of its forests walk through old tunnels for finding a hidden waterfall, we got you covered! After beautiful hiking, you will have a sightseeing walking tour through the streets of Salento. • A walk to around Colombian forest ending in a Santa Rita waterfall. • A brief lesson about the Coffee Triangle and its fauna. • Walking along the best sits of Salento without getting lost • Panela con queso treat.