Holiday Highlights
- Exploring unspoiled Andean highlands
- The historic city of Cartagena
- The hospitality of locals, so proud to show off their country
- The challenges offered by Colombia’s dramatic mountains
- Cycling with the warm Caribbean breeze at your back
- Being amongst the first to ride in this emerging destination
The riding and the people were all fantastic. It was such an amazing two weeks! The service really was excellent. All we had to do was ride and everything else was taken care of for us.
Itinerary
Arriving on the scheduled start day, you will be met on arrival at Bogotá airport by one of the Skedaddle team and transferred to our first hotel in the Chapinero district of Bogotá.
Those arriving early enough will enjoying lunch together in one of the neighbourhood’s many pleasant restaurants, after which we will return to the hotel for bike fitting and an initial briefing. The rest of the afternoon is left free for relaxation, acclimatisation to Bogotá’s rarefied air (remembering that the city lies at 2,625m above sea level), and perhaps a little exploration of the surroundings.
We’ll meet up again for dinner before retiring for the evening.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch
- Ascent: 1,305 Metres Approx.
In order to avoid the hustle of the Bogotá’s busy streets, we begin the day with a transfer to Cajicá, a small suburban town situated on the Savanna of Bogota, a few kms north of the city.
Today is all about acclimatisation and is one of the easiest days of the tour. It is not totally without challenges though and despite the fact we are beginning our adventure on the Savanna of Bogotá, an enormous plateau, there are occasional small mountains to negotiate and we will encounter our first one just under 15km into our ride.
Our route is taking us along an old road, traditionally used to connect the local fincas, and although our first climb is only 4km to the summit, it is considerably steeper than the average Colombian climb and while we’re still acclimatising it might feel decidedly punchy.
From the summit we descend for a similar distance into Subachoque and even though we’re only a short distance from the capital we’ll already be starting to appreciate the beauty of rural Colombia. Rolling roads lead us from Subachoque to Facatativá, another important city of the ancient Muisca culture, where we will stop for lunch.
After a few more kms on the plateau we arrive at another small rise before we get our first taste of real Colombian style descending. 30km of joyful descending delivers us to our final challenge of the day, a minor climb with a 2km sting in the tail. After reaching the summit we find ourselves in a land that time forgot which seemingly has not changed in decades and where traditional life carries on with little interruption from traffic and other trappings of modern life. Eventually we arrive in the small town of Vianí where we will spend our evening.
Show Profile- Meals: Breakfast, lunch
- Ascent: 815 Metres Approx.
We leave Vianí in a similar style to our arrival yesterday, climbing out of town into some of the most incredible scenery we’ll experience during the entire tour. If the absence of human presence and activity surprised us yesterday we’ll be amazed at the feeling of solitude presented to us today, particularly in the earlier stages.
After a few kms of climbing, the world opens up to reveal spectacular views of the magnificent Rio Magdalena, the most important river in Colombia. The road seems to fall away and with views so breathtaking we have to work hard to keep our eyes on the road. But keep our eyes on the road we must as we‘re losing altitude for more than 40km before eventually reaching the Magdalena plains.
We’ll take lunch close to the banks of the river and spend the afternoon on gently undulating treelined roads as we make our way through a region famous for rice and cotton plantations. Along the way we pass through Armero, a ghost town left devastated by the eruption of the Nevado del Ruiz Volcano which erupted in 1985 wiping out 23,000 of the 31,000 inhabitants and rendering it a virtual graveyard.
A final 50km or so of gently rising riding delivers us to our beautiful rural retreat just on the outskirts of the Mariquita situated on the first slopes of the Central Cordillera.
Show Profile- Meals: Breakfast, lunch
- Ascent: 4,225 Metres Approx.
After the last 2 days of relatively ‘gentle’ introduction to Andean road riding, we are confronted by what will be for many of us the most challenging day of our journey. Today we are tackling the notorious Alto de Letras one of the so called Mythical Mountains of Colombia. The mountain pass is one of the highest in Colombia and at 52 miles is reputed to be the longest climb in the world. The road rises from just over 400m to just shy of 3,700m and it is little wonder that Lucho Herrara, the Colombian climbing hero of the 1980s, once complained that European mountains such as Alpe d‘Huez were “far too short for Colombians“.
With only a couple of kms to warm up before the road ramps upwards we’ll be encouraging everyone to begin today with a gentle pace so as to save energy for when we reach the rarefied air of the higher slopes. There is however nothing to fear as for the majority of the climb the gradient is very manageable with numerous opportunities for rest and respite as the road winds gradually upwards. In addition we will make provision for anyone who does not feel that they can complete the entire climb and will be able to transfer tired riders over some of the more challenging sections.
For all the challenges that Letras can throw at us, the ride is truly amazing. The mountain will reveal many surprises and rewards and if the weather is kind to us the views will take what is left of our breath away. The 25km descent from the summit delivers us to Manizales, a busy and important town in the heart of one of Colombia’s main coffee producing regions.
Show Profile- Meals: Breakfast, lunch
- Ascent: 1,640 Metres Approx.
Even though we descended into Manizales yesterday we are still at 2,300m above sea level and our day begins with a very welcome and lengthy descent to warmer climes. The beauty of the coffee region presents us with an extremely pleasant and picturesque start and upon completion of our 30km descent we will roll joyfully towards Rio Cauca, another of Colombia’s major and most important rivers. Once we reach the valley the road inevitably and predictably begins to rise again and the rest of the day is generally in an upward direction.
On any other day, in any other country, 45km of ascending would seem to be a serious prospect however with yesterday still firmly in our memories we’ll readily rise to the challenge as we head for Anserma, a small coffee-producing town surrounded by mountains in a region famed for its pleasant and welcoming climate.
Show Profile- Meals: Breakfast, lunch
- Ascent: 1,635 Metres Approx.
Although definitely not an easy stage, today offers some respite and an opportunity to recover as the route we take is mainly gentle climbing, dramatic descending or flat and undulating, as we make our way from the mountains back down to the banks of Rio Cauca.
We begin with two gentle climbs as we leave Anserma by following a road along a fantastically scenic mountain ridge. At approximately 25km we’ll break for a coffee and admire the stunning views before commencing what feels like a never-ending descent into the valleys bellow via the towns of Riosucio and Supía.
Having experienced a dramatic rise in temperature with the loss of altitude, we spend the rest of the day following the course of the Cauca until we reach La Pintada, a bustling community on the banks of the Cauca nestled at the foot of the Cordillera Central amidst lush vegetation. The town’s name translates literally as “the painted one” and is so called because of its beautiful setting and the local tradition brightly painted colourful buildings and, in the right season, an abundance of floral displays.
Due to its proximity with Medellin the town is a popular retreat for hard-working city folks and at weekends and holiday periods bursts into life as the population swells with partying, music-loving paisas.
We finish with one final, short climb to a stunningly located hotel overlooking the vast swathes of the Caucua Valley.
Show Profile- Meals: Breakfast, lunch
- Ascent: 2,000 Metres Approx.
Whilst we only have a relatively short distance to cover, this stage is certainly not an easy ride! Thankfully the beautiful countryside through which we’ll be biking will keep our minds off the occasional steep ramps.
We’ll begin by retracing the last few kms of yesterday’s ride as we drop down into and through La Pintada, after which we undulate gently alongside the Cauca for almost 20km until we reach a small bridge that leads us over the river.
Here we bid farewell to Rio Cauca and the lowlands and begin a series of climbs which may well be the most challenging of the entire tour. It’s a tough section but rewarding with absolutely stunning scenery and small communities that have not succumbed to foreign tourism in any way, shape or form.
Eventually we will arrive in Amaga where we will enjoy a well-deserved lunch while the team load the bikes onto the vehicle before completing the journey in the support bus in order to avoid riding in heavy and unpleasant traffic. We’ll be spending the next two evenings and a much needed rest day in Medellin, the seductive ‘City of Eternal Spring‘.
Show Profile- Meals: Breakfast
Medellin is located in the Aburrá valley and is surrounded by huge mountains. It might be a perfect place for cyclists who love to climb but with a week of Andean riding in our legs our time here is best spent recuperating. Medellin is an exciting and interesting city with sophisticated modern quarter and fascinating down to earth downtown area. Don’t forget to pack your dancing shoes because, amongst its many attractions, Medellin boasts one of the most vibrant Zona Rosas in Latin America and can offer a great night out for everyone regardless of tastes and preferences.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch
- Ascent: 2,190 Metres Approx.
Back on the bikes today for another full day in the saddle and back into the hills! The Andes still have some beautiful surprises in store and the Cordillera has one last big challenge for us, taking us once again to the clouded summits that generations of Colombians have tried to dominate and make home. The people here have a tenacious attitude which typifies a nation that has never surrendered even when the odds seemed against them or when the road seemed, as it does for much of today, to be always climbing upwards.
After making our way carefully through Medellin’s busy city streets we begin the last big ascent of our tour which rises to just under 2,600m. It isn’t long before we’re back on quiet rural roads where we can relax and take in the views as we pass through numerous small villages and towns. Our destination today is the town of Santa Rosa de Osos, a largely overlooked yet fascinating mountain community which makes an interesting contrast to the glitzy high rise glamour of the Medellin.
After 8 days on the road we’re still high above sea level with plenty of thrilling descending to look forward to tomorrow.
Show Profile- Meals: Breakfast, lunch
- Ascent: 1,460 Metres Approx.
One of the most endearing qualities of Colombia’s ever changing terrain is its ability to throw up surprises on a daily basis and today is no exception. It feels like our route has been turned upside down as for the first time since our first couple of days on the bikes we lose more altitude than we gain – much more! With approximately 1,300m of climbing today it wouldn’t be accurate to describe it as ‘all downhill from here‘, indeed the day begins with a climb to 2,450m, but overall we’re definitely on the way down!
We bypass Yarumal, the last town of any significant size in the mountains, before we begin our descent. Just over the summit we encounter numerous tiny communities where hundreds of Colombia’s displaced people, a legacy of the country’s troubled past, scrape an existence by the roadside. It is difficult not to be moved, but also impressed by these people, many of whom, despite obvious poverty and difficult living conditions take pride in their humble homes.
Another major change today is the climate and we leave the cool fresh temperatures of the hills in favour of Colombia’s warm Caribbean flatlands. It’s a day of contrasts and forgotten places of astonishing beauty and we will experience them all from the highest point in La Cordillera to the lowest points in the coastal savannahs in a single ride. Upon reaching the small town of Taraza we load up the vehicles and make a transfer to our hotel in the city of Monteria.
Transfer: to Monteria
Show Profile- Meals: Breakfast, lunch
- Ascent: 350 Metres Approx.
With the big mountains behind us, quite literally, the pace will change quite dramatically from here on. Monteria is a major city and in order to avoid negotiating heavy traffic, we start the day with a short transfer to Ciénaga de Oro in the suburbs.
Today’s stage is relatively long but the route that we take is very flat by comparison with what we’ve experienced so far and with change in the terrain, climate and pace of life, we’d be forgiven for thinking that we’d ridden into a completely different Colombia. We ride, for the main part, on very quiet roads through a region which, although could never be described as a high-ranking tourist destination, is diverse and culturally rich.
We’ll aim to reach our destination, on the Caribbean coast, in time for lunch, after which there is time to explore and enjoy the town. Colombia doesn’t really boast what most people consider to be typical Caribbean beaches with golden sands and leaning palm trees, but that’s not to say that this little seaside gem doesn’t pack a punch. What this bustling little town lacks in glamour and tranquillity it makes up for in energy, vibrancy and character and it is difficult not to be taken in by its charm.
Show Profile- Meals: Breakfast, lunch
- Ascent: 390 Metres Approx.
We’ve reached our final day on the bikes and its a long hot one for which we will aim to make an early start in order to eat up some miles before the sun is at its most intense.
We tackle today in two stages, with a short transfer after lunch breaking the journey and eating into a section of hot flat riding into a strong prevailing headwind. Our first stage is a rolling 95kms which begins with almost 25kms of delightfully smooth freshly laid tarmac and, if we‘re lucky, a Caribbean breeze which delivers us to our lunch stop where we will load up the bikes for the transfer.
Saddling up once again for a 25km finale we’ll ride together along the coast to the magnificent and almost perfectly preserved colonial city of Cartagena, brimming with history, romance and legends of pirates. Cartagena’s beauty is unrivalled by any other Colombian city and is deservedly reputed to be the most beautiful in the Americas.
On arrival we’ll head to the ancient city walls overlooking the ocean where we will enjoy a celebratory drink before making our way to our hotel situated in the historical centre where we will spend our final evening together.
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All good things must come to an end and after having rested at our hotel and taken our final Colombian breakfast we take a morning transfer to Cartagena’s airport for the short flight to El Nuevo Dorado International Airport, Bogotá, to connect to international flights home.
Understanding Profiles
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Terrain
Colombia offers a breathtakingly diverse landscape and our trip passes through everything from steamy lowland plains to lush rainforest and cloud forest to high altitude Andean mountain passes. The tour starts in Bogota which stands at 2600m above sea level, high enough for even the most experienced cyclists to feel the effects of altitude. At the highest point (almost 3700m above sea level) temperatures can drop into the mid-teens, necessitating sleeves and long-fingered gloves. This contrasts starkly with a number of near sea-level stages where humidity can be very high and daytime temperatures commonly exceed 30°C and are known, on occasions, to reach mid to high 30s.
Generally the gradients on the longer Andean passes are gradual and relatively gentle although there are occasional steeper sections. Altitude can affect ability and, especially until fully acclimatised, even gentle gradients may feel more challenging than normal to some riders.
Many of the ascents, and naturally, their corresponding descents, are much longer than those in more traditional cycling destinations such as the Alps and Pyrenees and both activities require high levels of stamina and concentration.
Road conditions throughout the tour are generally good but do vary widely, ranging from surprisingly good to rather rough. Mountain weather can take a toll on road surfaces and things can, and do, change between visits. As a consequence it is not unusual to encounter short sections of unsealed roads.
Road Cycling Grade
45-80 miles / 80-130 kms per day
For cyclists with stamina & a good level of fitness
Long & challenging days with multiple tough or high altitude ascents, with steep sections over extended distances
Long & often technically demanding descents
Road riding for experienced riders
Our grading guidelines have been carefully created based on our many years of cycling experience, as well as customer feedback from our trips. Of course, if you're still struggling to figure out where you fit on the scale, do feel free to give us a quick call and we'll be more than happy to help!
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Is this suitable for you?
You‘re an enthusiast. It’s probably your main hobby and possibly the only sport you take seriously. You‘re in pretty good shape and you ride as often as you possibly can. You might participate in the occasional cyclo-sportive and when you do, you probably opt for the longest distances. You love bikes and fantasise about the latest model or the joy of a new set of wheels. You love challenges and you‘re looking for a tour with plenty of climbing, preferably with an opportunity to tick off some famous Tour de France cols or the like. You‘re a competent descender, and you‘re not afraid of speed, but you ride safely and within your limits at all times. You understand road etiquette and you‘re comfortable riding in a bunch. You‘re happy to do your stint at the front of the pack if the need arises. You know you can ride a century and probably have done a few. It sounds like you are a Grade 4.
For more information about the grading of this holiday in particular, please check out the terrain section which will give you some specifics of what to expect on this tour.
Absolute brilliant! I am hoping to book again for next year and that probably says it all. I have been on cycling holidays for over 35 years and this really is one of the best.
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A) Accommodation (shared twin / double en suite rooms)
B) Meals as per the itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
C) Full tour service, including Skedaddle guides
D) Unless stated, at least one leader qualified in first aid
E) Support vehicle and luggage transfers
F) Airport transfer on scheduled arrival day from Bogota airport (BOG)
G) Airport transfer on scheduled departure day to Cartagena airport (CTG)
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What's not Included
A) Bike hire (available if required)
B) Flights and charges for travelling with your bike (if applicable)
C) Meals not stated in the itinerary
D) Single room (available if required)
E) Travel insurance
F) Personal clothing and equipment
G) Personal expenditure (souvenirs, bar bills, hotel facilities etc)
H) Entrance fees to museums and other attractions en route
I) Internal flight from Cartagena airport (CTG) to Bogota airport (BOG)
J) Airport transfers on days other than the scheduled arrival / departure days
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Guide To Cycling Colombia
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Customer Story: Cycling Colombia
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Reviews
Scott, OxfordshireSkedaddle are the best!Skedaddle are the best and provide a wide range of excellent trips that appeal to a broad cross-section of cyclists…all supported by the best guides in the business and excellent back office support.
The Colombia trip was superb. Excellent location, very good selection of hotels, outstanding support from the Skedaddle team and some of the best cycling I have ever done (and I have done a lot!). The variety of scenery, the hospitality of our hosts and the local communities we cycled through, and the scale of the challenge (e.g. Alto de Letras – the longest climb in the world) made this a stand out adventure…..quite simply a “must do” for every keen cyclist’s bucket list!
The riding was truly excellent….from the challenge of Alto de Letras, to the traffic of Medellin, to the pastures of “the Colombian Alps“, to the ride into historic Catagena. It was a journey truly deserving of the term “epic“. Epic is what you get, and epic is how you feel when you finally arrive at your destination. Although perhaps the most challenging for me personally, my favourite day was the climb of Letras. The scenery is breath-taking…..quite literally at 3800m!
As always, the Skedaddle team was amazing. David and Tomas were always at hand when needed, whether first thing before breakfast, on the road, or last thing at night. Our other local support team members (Oscar and Diago) were also outstanding….from providing ample water and refreshments en route to cleaning bikes and lubricating chains behind the scenes. Faultless support.
The food offered during the trip was very good. It was good to try local Colombian specialities and have the option to choose what one ate for dinner. Refreshments during the ride were plentiful and very tasty. There was always plenty of water, fruit, nuts and bocadillos (I love them!) on hand.
Richard, CornwallJaw dropping...Amazing, jaw dropping, mind-blowing trip. Thank you to everyone for such a journey.
Emma, Caerphilly, UKWhat an incredible adventure!What an incredible adventure! We have just returned from Colombia after an amazing trip cycling from Bogota to Cartagena. The cycling was tough but awesome, the views were amazing and the support was outstanding. We had more than our fair share of drama, with delayed luggage (both bikes!) and hospital visits but nothing was too much trouble for the team. By the time we arrived from the airport at the first hotel, arrangements for hire bikes for us were underway, so we didn’t miss out on any cycling time.
We chose this trip as our honeymoon, knowing that we wanted the experience of a lifetime, and that’s what we got. We have the most amazing memories (including cycling up Alto de Letras, which also goes down as the toughest day of my cycling life!). We are already looking ahead to planning another Saddle Skedaddle trip!
Lisa, UKThe trip was amazing...The trip was amazing and exceeded my expectations. The route was spectacular and well thought, a perfect mix of challenges and easier days to cater for different abilities, levels of fitness and recovery times, without ever being boring. I found Colombia to be a very safe and happy place, with plenty of good food and great quality accommodations. The team supporting us did a great job by keeping us safe and making our lives easier when needed. What’s not to like? I simply loved it!
I think the level of accommodation was extremely good and it was the perfect mixture of basic followed by more comfortable hotels. Even the most basic places were spotlessly clean.The food offering always had choice available and most of all consisted of delicious local produce/dishes.
Difficult to say which was my favourite day! Of course Las Letras was a highlight for many reasons: the longest climb in the world to start with. Plus the fact that the weather was amazing and there was no stress on the day. Despite a few of us not quite making it to the top, it was a happy and drama free day which allowed us to make the most of it and enjoy. The coffee region was fantastic too, Manizales to Anserma, La Pintada, Medellin, Santa Rosa. Great cycling and beautiful scenery.
Our tour leaders passion for Colombia makes him an excellent Ride Leader for this trip. Great briefings, the right level of detailed instructions and information on what to expect to ensure a safe riding experience. Going the extra mile to make clients happy, even with what I thought were quite “interesting” requests. No stress, no drama, plenty of info on Colombia and what to experience/enjoy in each place we stopped/went through.
The second guide was also amazing. Big kudos for taking the time to teach a few of us how to improve our descending skills: quite a few tried and failed miserably with me in the past! I didn’t turn into a pro but I have so much more confidence that I can actually enjoy descending now, life changing experience! He was always available to help, answer questions and everything seemed so effortless. He has the power of making you feel good no matter what!
Our third was also a can of happiness and joy, which was contagious! He knew what he was doing and he was constantly making sure that we were OK, we had what we needed, the bikes were ready etc. I think he may have more than 2 eyes as he saw everything and more, and took action before things became problematic.
Our final guide was like a big teddy bear waiting for you at every stop, filling your bottle before you had the time to take a breath and ask for it, giving you plenty of food “just in case“. Not to mention all the times he waited under the scorching sun to make sure we did not miss a cafe stop.
William, Caerphilly, UKExcellent service from Skedaddle!The service from Skedaddle was excellent – above and beyond the call of duty. We had the best hotels in town. A real chance to see Colombia. The hotels were an insight into the country. Refreshments were very good, there was plenty of food available and the guides and support staff made sure all were hydrated and fed for some big days. The guides were excellent – both David and Sander were strong and steady. Always safety comes first. Local knowledge made the trip a flowing one. It’s quite a dynamic environment to work in but they both handled it and the group very well. I felt looked after and well briefed.
Chris, HertfordshireTour leader is is worth his weight in gold!Superb organisation and well structured route. Excellent customer service from the office and the information on the web site very helpful. Our tour leader’s combination of knowledge, riding ability, communication skills and sense of humour made the holiday a pleasure. He showed great ability to deal with the range of characters and abilities of the guests and was always prioritising our safety. I would say he is worth his weight in gold but he’s not heavy enough!
Andy, OxfordshireI cannot fault the support provided...Riding up Alto de Letras and doing the descent was a favourite for me. Tour Leader David was brilliant – his support throughout the tour was excellent. His briefings were excellent and he spent much time and effort warning us of the hazards of riding in what was one of the trickier foreign countries I have ridden in. The support provided by both David and his support Tomas was exemplary. He’s a great Tour Guide and a real asset to your company. Honestly I cannot fault the support provided to the group in general and to me in particular!
Karen, USAAmazing two weeks!The riding and the people were all fantastic. It was such an amazing two weeks. The service really was excellent. All we had to do was ride and everything else was taken care of for us.
You definitely don’t do this tour for the food. Again, there weren’t a lot of options where we were. But still the food was always good. In addition, I’m vegetarian, which limited my food options. However, they did a great job of making sure I had a good meal and that I never got anything with meat, which I greatly appreciate.
The first half of the third day (to Mariquita) was just amazing. I also surprising loved the climb on Day 7 (Alto de Minas). Finally, the descent on Day 6 (to La Pintada) was fantastic!
Joanne, West YorkshireSkedaddle team have exceeded our expectationsIt has been a fabulous trip – we’ve been impressed with the attention to detail and the professional approach at every stage of the holiday. I have been very impressed with the customer service from before we left the UK to after the trip ended, but while we were still in Colombia. At every stage, all of the Skedaddle team have exceeded our expectations. It has made our holiday smooth, easy and very enjoyable. The team in Colombia (David and Tomas) remained in touch and helped us while we continued to travel in Colombia, even after our trip with Skedaddle had formally ended – that was above and beyond what we could have expected. I also appreciate the extra effort that the team made to accommodate my vegetarian needs… this is not easy in Colombia.
Andy, WorcestershireAdventureNearly all my cycling has been in Europe, so this was a bit of an adventure for me. I was not disappointed. The trip combined great cycling with the chance to see some of the variety of landscapes, towns and cities that Colombia has to offer. So many memories – the sights, sounds and smells passing through villages, the mini-city-break in Medellin and riding out on closed roads, leaving Tolu on the final day in early morning light, the views, the colours, the friendliness of the people, of course the sense of achievement (or relief!) at the top of Alto de Letras. And much, much more.