Highlights
- Discover the importance of El Valle as a rich geographical region
- Learn how African slaves nurtured culture through gastronomy, music and dance
- Explore the growth of salsa during the cartels and La Feria de Cali
- Learn about our social revolts during and after the pandemic
- Explore cultural evolution through literature, cinema and theater
Description
Welcome to Colombia and Cali, the world capital of salsa and flavor!
Our tour lasts approximately 3 hours
We are Beyond Colombia, the largest group of Expert Local Free Tour guides in Colombia, with 14 original tours created by ourselves and among the most awarded in the country! 7 international recognitions and Top 3 in Bogotá, Cartagena, Medellín and Cali.
We are authentic guides connecting Colombia since 2013, sharing passion in every step!
Walk through one of the most ethnically diverse cities in Colombia, the so-called 'Sultana del Valle' or 'La Sucursal del Cielo'. Famous for its Salsa rhythms and acrobatic shows, Cali hides an enormous, fighting and brilliant past beyond that enriches our lives nowadays.
Throughout this cultural walk, you'll relive our historical process that led us into civil wars, hard moments of discrimination and bright minds who recite Cali in poems and songs about its pretty mountains, our beautiful women and beloved city.
Also you'll understand the importance of the cultural legacy that our 3 ethnic groups have left in us, learning about the characteristics from our gastronomy, local slang and the songs of the Pacific.
We will start from the La Merced Church passing by the Calima Gold Museum, to understand the historical starting point where the city of Santiago de Cali originated and whose socioeconomic development since the 17th century explains the modern dynamics that make visible the current impact of a culture diverse in customs and expressions.
We will cross the most important squares of Cali such as:
The River Boulevard
San Francisco Square
Cayzedo Square
Jairo Varela
We will also visit the architectural icons of Cali such as:
The Hermitage
The Municipal Theater
St. Peter's Cathedral
Jorge Isaacs Theater
Puente Ortiz, among others.
We will show you both sides of the coin: we will talk about the importance of soccer and Salsa in our society, but at the same time about the impact, incidence and consequences of drug trafficking in our daily lives.
At the end of the tour you will know the root of our essence, you will identify the culture of Valle del Cauca from gastronomy to the revolutionary behavior that we carry in our blood thanks to our history and anti-cultural resistance movements.
Our goal is for you to take a little piece of our Cali flavor so that you can see and recommend Cali from a more real, complete and objective perspective.
Join, learn and dance to the rhythm of the Sultana del Valle!
#GOBEYOND
Includes
Professional guide Beyond
Accurate and objective knowledge of Cali's history. We promise not to take sides
Sightseeing of essential places in the historic center of Cali (Ermita, Teatro Municipal, Boulevard del Río, La Merced.)
Chontaduro tasting (when available)
Recommendations of local stores where you can have lunch, buy coffee, souvenirs, and more
Excludes
Drinks, food or souvenirs
Transportation to and from your hotel
Transportation on the tour. We’ll be walking and taking resting stops
Tickets or entrances. We won’t take you to places where sudden extra charges apply
Exclusive tour guide. Remember this is a shared tour, we’re sure you’ll meet new amazing people
Important Information
- An open mind to comprehend all our history
- Umbrellas or capes. Please bring your favorite rainproof coat or umbrella, we can’t control the weather yet
- Water or your preferred form of hydration. This is a walking tour, and you may feel thirsty
- Comfortable shoes. You’ll walk about 7 km while also making some stops to listen to the guide
- Comfortable clothes. No pressure to look amazing, feel free to wear what makes you feel better
- Keep your friends close, and your belongings even closer. We’ll visit some crowded areas, so don’t give papaya
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
