Highlights
- Ride the Ayacucho Tram and explore Medellín’s longest and most historic avenue
- Enjoy a scenic Metrocable ride with breathtaking panoramic views of the city
- Discover an authentic coffee plantation hidden in Comuna 8 and meet the farmers
- Learn about the social transformation of the 'La Sierra' neighborhood
- Master the art of Colombian coffee with a professional tasting session
Description
Begin your journey at the iconic San Antonio Station, the heart of Medellín’s transport revolution. Board the modern Ayacucho Tram, the city’s first modern electric tramway that runs along the historic Ayacucho Avenue—the longest and most vibrant street in the city.
As you glide through the colorful murals and bustling local commerce, learn how Medellín became the economic epicenter of the Colombian coffee trade and how this avenue connects the city’s past with its innovative future.
Next, take to the skies on one of Medellín's world-famous Metrocables. As pioneers in using cable cars for social urbanism, this ride offers more than just breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views; it represents the bridge between marginalized communities and the city center. Ascend the mountainside to reach the heights of Comuna 8, a territory that has reinvented itself through culture and resilience.
Once at the top, walk through the streets of a neighborhood once defined by the challenges shown in the famous documentary “La Sierra.” Today, the narrative has changed. See firsthand how urbanism and community spirit have turned old scars into new opportunities.
The heart of your tour is our urban coffee farm. This is a rare opportunity to visit a functional coffee plantation hidden within the city limits. Meet the urban farmers who work the slopes and learn about the brand, Perico Café—a project born from strategic alliances with local families to promote fair trade and sustainable agriculture. You will taste our coffee grown on Medellín’s slopes by displaced farmers.
Walk through the coffee trees discussing the history of the bean that made Colombia famous. Participate in an interactive workshop covering the entire process, from seed to cup. The experience concludes with a professional tasting (cata) of the specialty roast, paired with a traditional local snack, all while overlooking the best view of the Medellín valley.
Includes
Ride on the Ayacucho Tram
Metrocable ride
Visit to Perico Café Urban Farm
Interactive coffee workshop
Professional coffee tasting session
Traditional local snack
Get a discount for our own roasted Colombian premium coffee Perico Café available to purchase
Excludes
Meals not mentioned
Personal expenses
Tips
Perico Café coffee beans or ground coffee available to purchase
Important Information
- Wear comfortable clothing and shoes
- Sunscreen is recommended
- Not suitable for people with mobility impairments or fear of heights
- Instruction: Please send us a WhatsApp message or email when booking. Send us the participants’ names, ages, special conditions or requirements and expectations to customize it even more
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
