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The Highlands of the North

The Highlands of the North

Tour of the Magical and Mild Dairy Lands of Northern Antioquia

Colombia's biodiversity can equal to 20% of the planet's total

Description of the Experience

Embark on an unparalleled odyssey of cycling in Colombia, meandering through the mesmerizing highlands of northern Antioquia. This meticulously curated seven-day expedition unfurls a harmonious blend of invigorating yet accessible cycling routes and profound cultural immersion. Commencing in Medellín, travelers will traverse undulating landscapes, weaving through resplendent colonial hamlets, each exuding its own storied charm. Lush coffee plantations, verdant dairy pastures, and enigmatic cloud forests compose the tapestry of this unforgettable journey. Stops in San Pedro, Entrerríos, Santa Rosa de Osos, Carolina del Príncipe, and Gómez Plata punctuate the route, offering a nuanced glimpse into the venerable traditions of the Paisa heritage. Guided by consummate professionals and bolstered by steadfast support, this experience ensures both security and exhilaration for cyclists of diverse proficiencies.

One of the paramount allures of cycling in Colombia lies in the privilege of exploring unspoiled landscapes that elude the conventional tourist’s itinerary. The highlands, a sanctuary of serenity, provide a transcendental backdrop for an immersive two-wheeled escapade, far removed from the frenetic cadence of metropolitan life. Verdant undulations stretch as far as the eye can perceive, sinuous roads beckon with intrigue, and panoramic vistas unfurl like living paintings. Along the way, travelers engage in heartfelt exchanges with affable locals, savor exquisite regional delicacies, and delve into the profound histories and folklore of the region. Each leg of the journey unveils novel marvels, from enigmatic mist-cloaked forests to timeworn plazas steeped in nostalgia.


Why You Should Choose This Tour

This voyage is an ideal confluence of adventure and enlightenment, tailored for those yearning to intertwine dynamic exploration with cultural profundity. Cycling in Colombia bestows an unparalleled opportunity to harmonize with the country’s ineffable natural beauty while fostering meaningful connections with its hospitable inhabitants. The region’s temperate climate and gently undulating topography craft a setting that is both invigorating and accessible, catering to cyclists of various calibers.

Furthermore, this itinerary affords a distinctive perspective on Medellín tourist attractions. Either before or subsequent to the cycling adventure, travelers may delve into the city’s kaleidoscopic districts, venerable museums, and historic landmarks. Be it a sojourn through the graffiti-laden streets of Comuna 13, a contemplative interlude in the Medellín Botanical Garden, or an ethereal ascent via cable car to panoramic heights, the city unfolds in layers of intrigue and splendor. The juxtaposition of Medellín’s cosmopolitan vibrancy with the pastoral tranquility of the highlands renders this expedition a holistic and multidimensional experience.

Accommodations have been scrupulously curated, spanning from opulent urban hotels to quaint countryside refuges, ensuring restorative repose after days replete with exhilarating discovery. With an immaculate fusion of captivating scenery, cultural profundity, and meticulously orchestrated logistics, this sojourn offers an extraordinary gateway to cycling in Colombia, illuminating the region’s clandestine marvels. Whether you are a seasoned cyclist in pursuit of a novel challenge or an intrepid novice seeking a transformative adventure, this tour delivers an impeccably balanced amalgamation of physical endeavor and soulful exploration, cementing itself as an indispensable chapter in any traveler’s Colombian odyssey.

Antioquia

Culture

Nature

Bicycle

Medellín

Comuna 13

Medellín Bike Tour

Northern Dairy Lands

Entrerrios

San Pedro

Carolina del Príncipe

Antioquia Forest

Antioquia

Culture

Medellín

Green Rivers

Medellin Bike Tour

San Pedro 

Salto de Guadalupe

Nature

Bicycle

Comuna 13

Northern Dairy Lands

Entrerrios
Carolina del Príncipe

We will Take you to:

  • Explorar diferentes carreteras de Antioquia en bicicleta mientras aprendes sobre historia, cultura, tradiciones, naturaleza y compartes con los locales a lo largo del camino. 
  • Tener otra perspectiva de Medellín desde la bicicleta, con la que podrás recorrer más lugares de la ciudad. 
  • Recorrer las zonas altas del norte de Antioquia, dedicadas a la ganadería de leche, entre, don Matías, Entrerríos y San Pedro con sus idílicos pastizales parecidos a la campiña Suiza.
  • Sorprenderte al ver de cerca la cascada más alta de Antioquia. 
  • Maravillarte al ver los impresionantes paisajes que forman las montañas mientras estás en un teleférico.
  • Disfrutar de un delicioso almuerzo en Carolina del Príncipe, un acogedor pueblo que conserva su aspecto colonial.
  • Admirar los hermosos paisajes que nos permite ver la carretera mientras salimos en un cómodo transporte desde Medellín hasta Carolina del Príncipe y el Salto de Guadalupe.
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Duration:

7 days

Season:

All year

Accommodation:

Medium and basic category town hotels and superior category city hotels.

LEVEL ACTIVITY

Journey Type

Tourist:  This trip is for relaxing, having fun or both. The type of activities included do not require any sort of physical preparation. It is available for all types of people and all ages.

Sportive-Active: These types of trips are more physically demanding. You need to be mentally and physically prepared for long range routes of some sort of adventure sport. You should be in good physical shape.

Active: This type of journey means a certain type of physical effort as well as physical preparation is needed. This is the first of the Active levels, so only basic and low physical preparation is required.

Expedition: Adventure trips which require varying physical levels of fitness. They are only suitable for well-prepared people, and you may face some uncertainness due to time or weather in the trip location.  Some situations will require mental as well as physical strength.

Activity Level

1 For people with physical disabilities.

2 For people who have never done any sort of physical exercise. 

3 For people who have done some exercise in the past but may have spent the last 2 years not moving a finger. 

5 For people who exercise every month of the year but not necessarily with great regularity. People with good health and travelling experience.  You will face every day activities which require average physical effort, such as short treks, or other types of activity which are not longer than 2 to 3 hours a day during the trip. 

5: Para personas que hacen ejercicio todos los meses pero que no necesariamente tienen una continuidad o una exigencia alta, con buena salud en general, experiencia viajando. Pueden enfrentar actividades con esfuerzo físico todos los días, pero en lugares sin pendientes, o trayectos cortos, que no pasen de 3 horas al día de actividad durante el viaje.

 

6 For people who like to do exercise, even with some discontinuity during the year, and are in good physical shape and good health. Those who have travelling experience, as well as camping experience. You can face 17kms (11Milles) hikes in one day, and changes in altitude of 800mts (265Ft) height at least once a week.

 

7 For people who exercise 3 to 4 times a week, are in good physical shape, have experience in adventure sports, as well as experience of camping for periods of 3 to 5 days. You can face a 20km (12mile) hike every day for 4 days with changes in altitude of 900mts (290Fts) or more. You know your rhythm, as well as how your body performs in difficult weather conditions. 

8 The same characteristics as 7, plus technical knowledge of some adventure sports.  

9  For specialized professional sports people. Routes carefully designed for high performance. Only by request.  




NIVEL - HORIZONTAL

LEVEL ACTIVITY

Journey Type

Tourist:  This trip is for relaxing, having fun or both. The type of activities included do not require any sort of physical preparation. It is available for all types of people and all ages.

Sportive-Active: These types of trips are more physically demanding. You need to be mentally and physically prepared for long range routes of some sort of adventure sport. You should be in good physical shape.

Active: This type of journey means a certain type of physical effort as well as physical preparation is needed. This is the first of the Active levels, so only basic and low physical preparation is required.

Expedition: Adventure trips which require varying physical levels of fitness. They are only suitable for well-prepared people, and you may face some uncertainness due to time or weather in the trip location.  Some situations will require mental as well as physical strength.

Activity Level

1 For people with physical disabilities.

2 For people who have never done any sort of physical exercise. 

3 For people who have done some exercise in the past but may have spent the last 2 years not moving a finger. 

5 For people who exercise every month of the year but not necessarily with great regularity. People with good health and travelling experience.  You will face every day activities which require average physical effort, such as short treks, or other types of activity which are not longer than 2 to 3 hours a day during the trip. 

5: Para personas que hacen ejercicio todos los meses pero que no necesariamente tienen una continuidad o una exigencia alta, con buena salud en general, experiencia viajando. Pueden enfrentar actividades con esfuerzo físico todos los días, pero en lugares sin pendientes, o trayectos cortos, que no pasen de 3 horas al día de actividad durante el viaje.

 

6 For people who like to do exercise, even with some discontinuity during the year, and are in good physical shape and good health. Those who have travelling experience, as well as camping experience. You can face 17kms (11Milles) hikes in one day, and changes in altitude of 800mts (265Ft) height at least once a week.

 

7 For people who exercise 3 to 4 times a week, are in good physical shape, have experience in adventure sports, as well as experience of camping for periods of 3 to 5 days. You can face a 20km (12mile) hike every day for 4 days with changes in altitude of 900mts (290Fts) or more. You know your rhythm, as well as how your body performs in difficult weather conditions. 

8 The same characteristics as 7, plus technical knowledge of some adventure sports.  

9  For specialized professional sports people. Routes carefully designed for high performance. Only by request.  




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