Medellín: Visit to Guatapé, Piedra del Peñol, Alto del Chocho, and more!
Antioquia, Colombia
Experience Guatapé and El Peñol: Alto del Chocho, replica of the old Peñol, boat tour of the reservoir, Piedra del Peñol, and sightseeing tour of Guatapé with a tour guide.
Highlights
- Explore Guatapé and El Peñol on a full-day sightseeing tour.
- Enjoy a cruise tour on the Guatapé Reservoir.
- Explore the Piedra del Peñol with free time to climb it.
- Stroll through the colorful streets, admire the tile facades, and visit the embankment of Guatapé.
- Travel in comfort, with meals included and a tour guide.
Description
Discover Guatapé and El Peñol, two of Colombia's most iconic destinations, on a full-day sightseeing tour full of natural scenery, history, and color.
The sightseeing tour begins with pick-up and transportation in comfortable passenger vehicles, accompanied by a professional tour guide throughout the tour. You will enjoy an included breakfast to start the day with energy.
Our first stop will be at Alto del Chocho, a natural vantage point that's ideal for appreciating the landscape of the reservoir and taking photographs. Then we'll visit the replica of the old Peñol, a historical site that preserves the memory of the original town flooded by the dam.
We continue with a boat tour of the Guatapé reservoir, where you can admire islands, vacation homes, and unique panoramic views of the reservoir. Afterwards, we'll arrive at the famous Piedra del Peñol, where you'll have approximately 1.5 hours of free time to optionally climb to the top and enjoy an incomparable view (admission not included).
Afterwards, we'll enjoy a typical lunch, and later we'll take a guided tour of the colorful town of Guatapé, visiting the Calle de las Sombrillas, the Plaza de los Zócalos, the Malecón, the central park, and the church, with time to walk, take photos, and enjoy the local atmosphere.
The sightseeing tour includes a medical assistance card and the option to take the tour in English upon prior request, guaranteeing a safe, comfortable, and well-organized experience.
Important information
– Admission ticket to the Piedra del Peñol is not included (approximate value COP 35,000).
– The climb is optional and depends on the traveler's physical condition.
Includes
- Transportation in comfortable tour vehicles
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Visit to the ALTO DEL CHOCHO
- Visit to the replica of the old Peñol
- Boat tour of the Guatapé Dam
- Visit to the Piedra del Peñol (does not include entrance fee)
- Visit the town of Guatapé
- Calle de las Sombrillas (Umbrella Street)
- Plaza de los Zócalos
- Malecón
- Central Park
- Church
- Tour guide
- Medical assistance card
- Sightseeing tour in English (on request)
Excludes
Ticket to go up the Piedra del Peñol (approx. USD 10)
Important Information
- Departure from anywhere if you are staying in areas such as Provenza and the surrounding areas. If you are further away, you will need to come to a specific meeting point. We will arrange for the meeting point to be as close as possible to your accommodation location.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
