Medellín & Santa Fe de Antioquia
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Once a small, mountain town with simple colonial buildings, Medellín is now a significant and elegant city that boasts first-rate museums, parks, theaters, art galleries and a city center full of restaurants, bars, shops and spirit.
What sets Medellín apart though is its superior coffee (exported around the world since the coffee boom of the 20th century), the “Feria de las Flores” (a festival complete with parades and unique, flower-related exhibits that takes place in July and August) and its eternal Spring….
As if that weren’t enough, on this tour, you’ll also visit Santa Fé de Antioquia, a small, colonial town so well-preserved that it gives you the impression that you’re in another time.
We offer a choice of 3-, 4- and 5-star hotels. In Medellín the 5-star option is the Hotel Radisson Medellín Royal. In Santa Fé de Antioquia you’ll stay at Santa Fé Colonial Hotel a cozy hotel just five minutes away from town. Please inquire about these options with one of our travel consultants.
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Days of Week the Trip can Start:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
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Visited Cities:
Medellin
Day 1
Bogotá – Medellín
After breakfast you'll go on a private, half-day visit to the town of Medellín, a renowned commercial and cultural center. Visit to the San Antonio park (also known as La Plazoleta). San Antonio has about twenty Botero sculptures on its grounds.
After that, you'll visit the Museo de Antioquia, one of the country’s most well-reputed museums, to see pre-Colombian, Colonial, Independence and modern art exhibits. You'll continue on to the Plazuela de San Ignacio, one of the most ancient squares in town, surrounded by the Edificio San Ignacio, the historic seat of the Universidad de Antoquia; the baroque church of San Ignacio; and the San Ignacio cloister (known for its Neoclassical style and the Gothic elements in its interior).
Visit to the Parque de los Pies Descalzos, a park that seems to take a leaf out of Eastern philosophy; it has a small bamboo forest, water fountains and a quiet plant path. From there, you'll head to the Parque de los Deseos; the Edificio Inteligente; the Teatro Metropolitano; the Alpujarra, seat to the government offices, the municipality and the Gobernación de Antioquia; and the Cisneros park or Parque de las Luces. Later, you'll continue your trip by cable car, a mass transport system that connects the town center with the surrounding neighborhoods in the hills.
You'll have the chance to see the Santo Domingo neighborhood, where the view of the city and the Parque Biblioteca Espańa is staggering. Return to the city center to reach the Cerro Nutibara, where you can see the city of Medellín from another perspective as well as a reproduction of a typical “paisa” village. Afternoon at leisure.
Day 2
Medellín – Santa Fé de Antioquia
After breakfast you'll depart westward, toward Santa Fé de Antioquia, and pass the Parque de los Tamarindos. You'll arrive at the Occidente Bridge, a masterwork of engineering that connected Medellín to the sea (and accelerated the area’s economic growth). Legend says that Engineer José Maria Villa sketched the construction plans on the sand of the banks of the Cauca River. It was one of South America’s first flying bridges, and its most compelling features are the wires that suspend it and the two towers.
Arrival in Santa Fé de Antioquia, a colonial town through and through. Founded in 1541 by Jorge Robledo, Santa Fé was the capital of Antioquia until 1826 (the year the government was transferred to Medellín). The town's narrow alleys, flanked by houses and buildings whitened with lime, are well-preserved. It is worth visiting the church of Santa Barbara, the museum of liturgical art, the cathedral and the Juan del Corral museum. Overnight stay.
Day 3
Santa Fé de Antioquia – Medellín
The morning at leisure. In the afternoon, you'll return to Medellín and make one stop at San Jerónimo, a village known for its beautiful church and characterized by its Colonial and Republican architecture. Along the way, you will see fruit stands selling mango, pineapple, tamarind pulp and oranges.
Day 4
Medellín – Bogotá
After breakfast transfer to the airport to take your flight to Bogotá.
Suggested Hotels by City and Category *
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Medellin
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| 3-star |
Cabo de la Vela |
| 4-star |
Dann Carlton |
| 5-star |
Hotel Radisson Medellin Royal |
* Subject to confirmation at time of booking
4 days , from $1513
| Occupancy Type |
3-star |
4-star |
5-star |
| Double | $1513 | $1568 | $1620 |
| Single | $2440 | $2514 | $2579 |
Prices shown above are per person, in US Dollars ($).
Colombia
Medellin City
Flower Festival
Santa Fe de Antioquia
