Day 1
TRANSFER IN MEDELLÍN
Start time: According to scheduled flight
This day is reserved for transfers from José María Córdoba International Airport to Hotel Dix located in the El Poblado area.
Our driver will be waiting to take you to the selected hotel.
Day 2
MEDELLÍN CITY TOUR
Start time: 9:00 AM
Duration: 4 hours
In just one visit, explore Medellín’s top attractions: its main parks, hills, and downtown area, plus enjoy a beautiful view from its public transit system. This tour is ideal to panoramically cover the city’s must-see spots.
Points of interest:
– Botero Plaza
– Metrocable
– Pueblito Paisa
Includes:
Bilingual guide (English – Spanish), private transportation, medical assistance, metro and metrocable entrance, hydration.
Day 3
PEÑOL – GUATAPÉ SHARED TOUR
Start time: 7:00 AM
Duration: 8 Hours
Our main attraction in Antioquia: The Peñol Rock. This 220-meter monolith has 700 steps you can climb to marvel at its stunning views. Be the star of an incredible photo session for your social media—from the top of the rock to the colorful cobblestone streets of Guatapé town.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
• Meeting point will be at Poblado Park
• The climb is not recommended for people with reduced mobility, respiratory issues, seniors, or children under 5 years old
• The hike to Peñol takes approximately 2 hours
POINTS TO VISIT:
• New Peñol municipality and Guatapé
• Replica of the old Peñol Rock
INCLUDES:
• Shared transportation
• Medical assistance
• Typical lunch
• Shared boat ride
• Accompanying guide
DOES NOT INCLUDE:
Unspecified expenses and the climb to the rock (can be paid on site)
Day 4
TRANSFER OUT MEDELLÍN
Start time: According to scheduled flight
This day is reserved for transfers from Hotel Dix to José María Córdoba International Airport.
Our driver will be waiting in the hotel lobby to take you to your vehicle.
END OF OUR SERVICES
Medellín Essential
From $588 USD
Hotel Dix with double or twin accommodation
- Our rates do not include international and/or domestic airline tickets.
- Transfers between the airport and hotel from 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM will incur an additional night surcharge.
- If the travelers are Colombian nationals, a 19% VAT must be added.
- The accommodation rates apply to low season. If you wish to upgrade the hotel category, please contact us for more information.
- If the traveler purchases flights, accommodation, or any other activity independently, please note that any issues or unforeseen events related to these services are beyond the responsibility of Colombia Travel Operator, and we are not liable for them.
- The initial 50% payment will be subject to a 10% administrative fee in case of cancellation, plus any additional administrative costs related to the cancellation.
- 30 days before the start of services: 20% penalty applies.
- Up to 15 days before the start of services: 50% penalty applies.
- Less than 5 days before the service: 100% penalty (non-refundable).
- Flight Changes & Airport Transfers:
Any flight changes must be reported at least 3 hours before the scheduled service. - Airport waiting time is 1 hour (unless flight changes are reported in advance). After this, additional waiting hours will be charged.
- If a change in flight schedule or flight number is reported only 1 hour in advance, waiting time will be charged, or the service will be considered a no-show and a new service will need to be scheduled.
- After 2 hours of waiting with no prior notice, the service will be considered a no-show.
No, all of our multi-day trips are 100% private. We work closely with each client during the planning phase to build the experience exactly the way you want it.
Included:
- Accommodation and meals mentioned in the itinerary
- Visits with a private guide
- Entrance fees to the mentioned attractions
- All transfers (except air travel)
- 24/7 assistance
- Medical assistance
Not included:
- Personal expenses
- Tips
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Airfare (international and domestic, except the flight to/from La Macarena which is included)
- Municipal taxes (approx. $40 USD per person – please bring cash)
We’re very proud of our multilingual team. We offer tours in Spanish, English, French, Portuguese, German, and Italian. We can also provide Russian translators if needed. Please let us know your preferred language when booking. (Tours in languages other than English or Spanish may incur an additional cost).
Please be aware of the restrictions for entering Caño Cristales:
- No application of chemical products (sunscreen, insect repellent, etc.)
- Smoking and alcohol consumption are not allowed during hikes
The water in the river is clean but not drinkable – do not consume it
Meals not mentioned in the itinerary are not included, so we recommend bringing cash to enjoy local cuisine during your visit
Flights are not included in tour prices because fares vary; we recommend booking them yourself after confirming your trip with us. We’ll gladly help you find the best flight options that match your travel dates
The municipal tax ($40 USD/person) is not included in the package. Please bring cash to pay this directly.
- Comfortable clothing for out door activities (preferably quick-dry fabrics)
- Long-sleeve shirts for sun protection
- Long pants (avoid jeans)
- Hat or cap
- Sunglasses
- 2 pairs of water-resistant shoes (ideally hiking boots)
- Jacket or poncho
- Small daypack for carrying your reusable water bottle and lunch
- Swimsuit
If something in the tour doesn’t suit your preferences, no worries—just tell us what you’d like to change. The tour is fully customizable to your needs!
Please visit our full FAQ page.
