Community project cooking class and Medellin social transformation tour
Via Cocina combines social transformation and healthy eating with delicious cooking classes, and many say the project’s inspiring story is worth the trip alone. I've traveled to 70+ countries as an international development volunteer since 2003, and this is my life project coming to fruition!
When you book an experience with us, the proceeds directly support Via Cocina activities, subsidizing cooking classes and training for low income community members who cannot afford to pay market value. We even show you what past activities have helped us accomplish, and how your participation and contribution will have impact on the project's future development. But above all, it's a very relaxed, fun opportunity to share stories and flavors in the kitchen, and most guests leave with a time-saving trick or two that changes the way they cook for the rest of their lives!
Duration: 5 hours
- Free cancellation
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Medellín Food Tour with private transportation
Take pleasure in Medellín’s culinary landscape as you visit local restaurants with an expert guide. On this 4-hour food tour, visit neighborhood venues and savor a range of gastronomic specialties. Whether you choose breakfast, lunch or dinner, you’ll feast upon Colombian favorites like ‘bandeja Paisa’ (beans, rice, ground beef, fried plantain and pork rinds) or ‘arepa’ (flat bread made from corn). Delight your taste buds with these delicious local dishes!
Duration: 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Private Santa Fe de Antioquia & Colonial Bridge Tour:Door to Door
Colonial architecture, nature, amazing scenery, history and more. This 7.5-hour tour has everything to offer.
Did you know that Santa Fe de Antioquia held the title of capital of Antioquia more time than Medellin?
With this entertaining Santa Fe de Antioquia Tour you end up knowing more than most of the locals of our region's history and traditions.
In MedellinDayTrips we show you more than just the Santa Fe de Antioquia town, we also include a visit to cross one of the longest suspension bridges in the world from the late 1800´s.
As an optional activity we offer you a hot air balloon private experience with views that will blow your mind. If you love relaxing exerience, doing something different and green mountains this addition is 100% for you.
Duration: 8 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Chiva Rumbera and Medellin Gastrotour
Chiva Rumbera and Medellin Gastrotour
Live an unforgettable experience! Hop on the chiva rumbera and feel the pulse of Medellin on a tour that fuses culture, music and taste.
Tour of vibrant points:
• Avenida El Poblado
• Calle San Juan
• South Highway
• Las Vegas Avenue
• South 4th Street Bridge
• Golden Mile
Gastronomy and drinks:
• National beer to refresh the trip
• BYOB: Bring your favorite liquor
• Tastings:
• Paisa beef patty
• Arepa stuffed
• Ceviche de chicharrón
Festive atmosphere:
• Contagious rhythms
• Lighting that enhances each stop
• Crossover music for non-stop dancing
Details:
• Encounter: Parque del Poblado
Home: 7:00 pm
Duration: 3.5 a.m.
• Final: Parque del Poblado
Discover Medellin uniquely and let yourself go by its pace! Book now and join the adventure.
Duration: 3 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
Fun RAFTING + Awesome PARAGLIDING over giant waterfalls from MEDELLIN
Enjoy the best paragliding flight near to Medellin and fly until 25 minutes in a great canyon, surrounded by huge mountains and waterfalls, then, taste a nice lunch and be ready for a great class IV rafting experience in Calderas river and live a unique experience. Our rafting activity is a class III & IV white water rafting where you will be paddling 2.5 hours enjoying the beautiful of the landscape and having a lot of fun. It's important to know this activity is for people from 16 years old.
You must know the conditions to fly depends of the weather, a cold wind or few breeze causes a less time flight. Our flight is until 25 minutes if this conditios are very good, otherwise, you will fly less time.
It is important to say the weather behavior in Cocorna canyons is very different than Medellin´s weather and it is extremely difficult to know how it will be in the time. So, we have 95% of probabilities to fly based in our flights database and experience.
Duration: 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
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Pablo Escobar Express Private Tour with transportation
On a 3 hour tour you will visit the properties where Pablo lived and also where he got caught, plus his graveyard. You´ll understand many aspects of such terrible days and will be able to make your own conclusions about Medellin´s rise.
Learn how Colombia finally got rid of Pablo.
This tour will provide a great learning experience as to what should NOT happen in society and which characters should be the real heroes.
Tour focuses on the victims by telling stories of those who suffer most, like police officers and government officials. Since there is no glorification, at the end you will understand how resilient the people from Medellin have been. In fact, it is the most innovative city.
Duration: 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
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Complete Pack: Pablo Escobar Tour and Comuna 13 with transport
Pablo Escobar was the 7th-richest man in the world. His successful operations had allowed him to own luxurious residences, expensive cars and even airplanes:
Monaco building
Catedral (Pablo's prison)
Cemetery
Rooftop at Los Olivos where Pablo was caught
Electrical escalators of Comuna 13
Learn how Colombia finally got rid of Pablo on this 5 hours tour that takes you to the places where the druglord was defeated and the innovative comuna 13 community.
This tour will provide a great learning experience as to what should NOT happen in society and which characters should be the real heroes.
Tour focuses on the victims by telling stories of those who suffer most, like police officers and government officials. Since there is no glorification, at the end you will understand how resilient the people from Medellin have been. In fact, it is the most innovative city.
Duration: 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Private Tour to Santa Fe de Antioquia Town & Coffee Farm.
If you enjoy colonial architecture and breathtaking landscapes that transport you back to the 1600s, this tour is perfect for you. Travel through Colombia’s past as you explore historic streets, plazas, and landmarks that reveal how Spanish influence shaped the culture and identity of the region.
Along the way, enjoy traditional local snacks and then visit a hidden coffee spot in the Andes Mountains, offering one of the most stunning views outside of Medellín. Here, you’ll learn every step behind a great cup of Colombian coffee — from the plant to the final tasting — surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery.
This experience beautifully blends history, culture, nature, and coffee, offering an authentic and memorable journey through Colombia’s heritage.
Duration: 8–9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
ATVs & Paragliding Private Tour: Epic Medellin Adventure
If you like extreme sports this tour encompasses the two must-do activities: Paragliding and ATVs in just one day.
Both of them have remarkable views of different grass colors, little farms, dairy cattle and mountains.
We start our day with ATVs and a brief training to understand how these powerful machines work, then we start our ride driving through a forest on gravel roads with one of the most beautiful sceneries you will see.
After the 2 hours the ATV drive is over, so we change our clothes and get back in the car to continue for our second stop through the mountains.
At the paragliding site our team is waiting for us to start a beautiful flight in a two-seat glider with a certified and experienced pilot around a rural area surrounded by mountains and waterfalls. We take care of the insurance and everything else so you can enjoy the experience.
After your flying experience has concluded we start our drive back to the hotel full of good memories of this adventurous day.
Duration: 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Guatape, Fruit tasting & Coffee Tour
in this tour you will make 2 tours in the same day, guatape and climb the rock, and a nice coffee experience for the same price as one tour in 9 hours.
Duration: 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Medellín City Comuna 13 and Arvi Park Full Day Private Tour
Get a personal introduction to Medellín’s colorful neighborhoods, public art, and architecture on a full-day, private tour that includes pickup and drop-off at Medellín hotels, and a cable car ride in Arvi Park. Explore the sculptures of Fernando Botero and the graffiti cool of Comuna 13, then get views of the city from Arvi Park and visit El Pueblito Paisa with a local guide.
Duration: 7–8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Akzara Spa Hindu Ritual 3H
Private place, exclusive to relax, located in the financial and tourist center of Medellín, thematic relaxation spaces, employees with human quality and excellent attention.
Duration: 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Best Private Tour to Santa Fe de Antioquia+Cuatrimotos 450 CC
In this private tour we will take a tour of the beautiful western Antioquia. We will visit the beautiful colonial town of Santa Fe de Antioquia and some of its emblematic places, such as the western bridge. You can't also miss an exciting ATV tour crossing rivers while enjoying the exuberant nature. You will also have the possibility of tasting the exotic fruits of the area to have a unique experience. Don't miss this great adventure.
Duration: 9–10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Private Tour to Guatapé & Coffee Farm from Medellín!
If you're here for a short time and want to maximize your experience per trip, this is the perfect tour for you. Picture this: in just a single day, you'll enjoy not one, but two of the most popular and captivating tours around Medellín!
We'll journey through the vibrant wonders of Guatapé and also experience the fascinating world of the rich coffee culture. This exceptional combination guarantees an unforgettable adventure that will leave you with cherished memories of the real Colombia!
In additional, we specialize in delivering exclusive tours, ensuring we provide a truly exceptional and memorable experience to our customers, all of our tours would include private transportation, local and bilingual guide. We avoid large group tours for a better and more personalized experience, where you have the freedom to ask any questions and customize the tour according to your preferences.
We want to share the love we have for colombia, let us show you how magical this country really is!
Duration: 7–8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
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Santa Elena: Silleteros and Flowers tour with private transport
Medellín is loco for flowers. Participants in the annual flower festival use 600,000 flowers to create plus-size images of animals, people and objects. See where the flowers come from by visiting a flower farm about 45 minutes outside of Medellín. Chat with the flower farmer, or silletero, and stroll the farm taking in all the flowers and their lovely aromas. Then visit Santa Elena, where farmers produce an abundant variety of tropical and local kinds of flowers. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Medellín.
Duration: 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Guatapé Tour
GUATAPE TOUR
This tour will take you to one of Colombia's most see attraction.
On this tour we will take you on a panoramic drive through the high lands of Antioquia and the surrounding area of Medellin.
The 200 meters high and 10 millions tons monolith can be climbed through a staircase of 740 steps.
Enjoy breath taking views over the fantastic surrounding full of green mountains and blue lakes.
Duration: 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Guatapé Private Transfer: José María Córdova Airport
You won’t have to worry about anything! We have a team of friendly, knowledgeable, and professional drivers. They will make sure your trip from or to the airport to is completely safe and comfortable, so you can relax a bit and enjoy! We will welcome you to our city from the very beginning and, if you are leaving, we will assure you leave it having enjoyed it from start to finish.
• Not having to think about waiting in a line for taxis or other cars
• Comfortable and safe service from or to the airport and to or from your hotel
• Guarantee of high-quality transport experience
• Professional and experienced driver
• A person in charge of your arrival, waiting for you at the airport
Duration: 1–2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Private Christmas Lights Tour in Medellín! - Only Holiday Season!
Don't miss the opportunity to truly immerse yourself in Colombian culture this December! Medellín is renowned worldwide for its spectacular Christmas lights and the enchanting atmosphere that takes over the streets. In December, Medellín comes alive with the spirit of the season – it's the time when Colombians celebrate their favorite month of the year!!
The vibes are electric, the atmosphere is magical, and the city is filled with music, culture, and festive spirit. If you're in Medellín and you skip the Christmas lights, you're missing out on an unforgettable experience!
Discover why this city is famous for its breathtaking Christmas designs - join us on our Christmas Lights Tour and be part of the festive magic that defines this vibrant Colombian tradition!
Duration: 3–4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Private coffee tour near Medellín, from bean to cup.
Colombia is the third largest coffee producer in the world, and this is just one of the reasons why you should know the process of this famous drink. The tour of starts at your hotel when our guide picks you up, after only 30 minutes from the city you will arrive at a coffee farm, in a traditional space where a local coffee grower will teach you the incredible process from sowing the seed to enjoy a delicious cup of organic coffee.
In the field, the coffee farmer will share all the details and you’ll be able to pick coffee next to them to be a farmer for a day.
You will also have the opportunity to enjoy beautiful landscapes and Colombian fruit trees.
Finally, after enjoying the aroma and flavor of the coffee, the guide will return you to the hotel.
Duration: 4–5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Private Pablo Escobar Tour Medellin – History & Context
This private Pablo Escobar tour is designed for travelers who want to understand Medellín beyond the headlines. It is a historical and educational experience — we do not glorify or celebrate Pablo Escobar, but instead focus on understanding the context, causes, and consequences of that period.
Throughout the tour, we explore different perspectives on Colombia’s past and discuss the impact that drug trafficking had on the country. The goal is to provide a deeper understanding of how Medellín has transformed into a safer city.
Starting from your accommodation, we will visit several key locations connected to this history:
The cemetery,
The Memorial Park, a space for reflection on the victims and the impact of violence
The neighborhood he donated in the early 1980s, offering insight into his social and political strategy
The house and rooftop where he died
This experience is about gaining a balanced and respectful understanding of a complex chapter in Colombia’s history.
Duration: 3–5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Tour Santa Fe de Antioquia
It can be private or in dependent groups as the client decides since he can come with his family or excursion of friends
Duration: 4–5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Guatape and Stone of the Rock and Boat Tour and Farm
Excursion to Guatapé from Medellín including boat tour and the El Alto del Chocho farm
Walk through the colorful streets of Guatape and climb the Piedra del Peñol which has 740 steps and enjoy spectacular views of the surroundings. Cross the reservoir on a boat ride that offers a panoramic view of Pablo Escobar's farm, the city of Zócalos and a charming church in Marinilla and finally you will visit the popular El Alto del Chocho farm, ideal for children and even adults where you can see animals. such as, minipig, llamas, horses among others...
Duration: 10 hours
- Free cancellation
PRIVATE Plaza Minorista Market Tour & Cooking Class with Daniela
Enjoy a guided tour of Plaza Minorista with Daniela, the second biggest market in Medellin. She will teach you about local ingredients used in Colombian cuisine and the history behind the country's diverse food, while you walk through this vibrant market. You will also get a tasting of a few local fruits and street food like buñuelos (cheese fritters) or arepa de choclo, before your 1 hour market tour ends. And once you're back at Daniela’s home, you will learn how to cook a Colombian meal with her mother, that you will later share together.
Don't hesitate to embark on this culinary adventure and learn all about Columbian culture and cuisine!
Duration: 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Santa Fe de Antioquia Private Tour from Medellin
You will be absolutely enthralled with the beauty and splendor of the colonial town of Sante Fe de Antioquia, the first capital of Antioquia prior to Medellin! Experience this captivating, ornate town in a private tour for your party only. Enjoy the vistas and relax while your experienced tour guide delights you with a vast array of historical context in a new comfortable S.U.V.!
Duration: 7–8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour