Bogotá to MedellínColombia’s Cycling Tour Six stages through the Colombian Andes, including Alto de Letras.

Q: Is it safe?

Absolutely, others have done it , we aren’t dare devils, and we want to come home to family. Our protocols and local expertise prioritize your safety. Remember our mantra!

Q: Do you offer bike rentals?

Yes, we offer bike rentals . We have some great Time bikes fitted with Ultegra di" 11 speed and carbon wheels.

Days: 8

Stages: 6

Total distance:
520 kms / 319 mi

Total climbing:
11.500 mts / 35.000 ft

Full Support

Vehicles: 2

Staff: 4

Level: Advanced

Why join this tour

Bogotá–Medellín could be the best week of riding: six stages through the Colombian Andes, including the Alto de Letras an 80 km (50 mi) continuous paved climb with about 3,200 m (10,500 ft) of elevation gain, often cited as one of the longest continuous climbs in the world.
These are just cold numbers, a poor attempt at picturing what this route is about. The reality is more compelling. It’s the imposing size of the Andes, the challenge it represent ride it, the sense of amazement at the endless mountain ranges in every direction.
It’s not only a suffer-fest. It’s an enjoyment-fest.
An achievable challenge with enough support to encourage you to take it head-on.

Gauge the challenge

Stage 1

80 Kms (50 Mi) / 1200 mts (3900ft)

Stage 2

120 kms (74 Mi) / 2300 mts (9850ft)

Stage 3

110 Kms (70 Mi) / 3800 mts (12467ft)

Stage 4

75 kms (47 Mi) / 1700 mts (5600ft)

Stage 5

110 Kms (70 Mi) / 1200 mts (41600ft)

Stage 6

63 kms (40 Mi) / 1800 mts (6200ft)

Is it for you?

This tour is for apasionados of riding. People who love a challenge: chasing big climbs, discovering new roads, and relishing discovering Colombia’s wild beauty. If you’ve daydreamed about conquering the Andes and heard about Colombia’s cycling obsession, this is your ride. This bold, far-reaching route speaks to adventurers at heart.
This is an advanced-level road cycling tour but it’s not a race. Arriba Travel built the Bogotá–Medellín route for cyclists who want long climbs, new roads, and consecutive days in the saddle. A challenge. Meant to be enjoyed and celebrated, with a full support team.
To arrive prepared, we recommend staying active most days and riding at least three times a week for 90 minutes or more in the weeks leading up to the tour.
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In a Nutshell

You enjoy long climbs.
You’re comfortable riding several consecutive days.
You regularly ride 3+ times a week.
You want a challenging road cycling experience.

Guided cycling tour in Colombia — road bike tour Bogotá Medellin.

Highlights of the Bogotá–Medellín route

The best week of riding

A week full of grinding immediately followed by jaw dropping landscapes, this week has it all for cyclist who feel that the world is better experienced on a bike. Long climbs and long swift descents, this is a route that never ceases to amaze.

Alto de Letras

One iconic BIG climb for one iconic tour. Nothing can quite describe what climbing Alto de Letras feels like. Is just worth being experienced.
Check this post to know more about it

The real Colombia

With days averaging 80 km (30 mi) and 2,000 m (6,000 ft) of climbing, the experiences isn’t limited to the bike. There’s a real treasure in the small interactions along the road with the locals. The Colombian hospitality is infectious and make you feel welcome at any given time.

Premium service, Premium accommodation

Every detail is thoughtfully arranged. From the staff to the accommodation and the food, you’ll feel cared for both on and off the bike, letting conversation linger seamlessly at night.

The warm embrace

Feel that glow inside, whether from the sun gently toasting your skin or the genuine warmth of smiling locals. What you’ll take home isn’t empty KOMs, but a sweetness that lingers long after the ride.

Tour Summary

Level

ADVANCED

Duration

8 DAYS / 6 STAGES

Total Distance / Total Elevation

520 Km / 11.500 Mts

Pricing

Full experience (Tour + Single supplement + Bike rental)
$4.930 USD

Riding your own bike (Tour +Single supplement )
$4.520 USD

Riding your own bike (Tour +Bike Rental )
$4.230 USD

Tour

$4.000 USD.

What’s included

7 Nights based double accommodation
All meals included
Airport shuttle
Detailed trip information
Professionally trained guides
Support during the entire route
Transportation and luggage transfer during the trip

What’s not included

Alcoholic beverages
Personal items purchased during the trip
Optional activities not scheduled
Gratuities are optional for your guiding team but
we suggest a 10% Shuttle from the airport

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Calendar

Find Your Next Ride In Colombia.

The best riding season isn’t always a specific month. Sometimes it’s simply the time you have available. Explore our 2026 calendar of road and gravel cycling experiences across Colombia’s mountains, coffee region and most unforgettable roads.

ROAD BIKE TOURS

START DATE	TOUR	LEVEL	TYPE	DAYS	SPOTS LEFT
4 – Dec – 26	Cycling tour in Colombia: Bogotá-Medellín Escarabajos	Advanced	Road	8 Days	6
30 – Jan – 27	Cycling tour in Colombia: Bogotá-Medellín Escarabajos	Advanced	Road	8 Days	10
2 – Aug- 27	Cycling tour in Colombia: Bogotá-Medellín Escarabajos	Advanced	Road	8 Days	10

“What Cyclists Are Saying”

How we make the magic happen

Providing the most memorable week of your year is quite a task that requires a multitude of moving parts to fall into place at the right time. We have aligned everything to make it happen. Our staff, the hotels, and equipment are all ready. These tour days you are about to embark on are a celebration of life. We know it.

The Staff

We guarantee small groups, up to 12 customers, and each group has two support vehicles, and two riding guides. This a 1:3 Staff to customers ratio. The Guides are your Wingman, while the drivers are our Angels.
Max group size: 12
Guides : 3
Drivers (Road’s angles): 2
Support Vehicles: 2

The hotels

Along the meticulously planned route, we chase exclusivity wherever we can, and when the road winds into the mountains with simple, authentic charm, we lean right in. The ride — and the mountains — always come first.

The bikes

We partnered with Time for their exclusive bikes. Their good manners inspire confidence and refinement on the road. Paired with Ultegra Di2 and carbon wheels, they smooth every climb and descent. Feeling daunted? Grab an E-bike — same care, same ride quality.

The secret

The real magic is mixing emotions and objects to create the best week of your year. Something you will remember in the years to come.

Day By Day

THE ROAD TO ADVENTURE

Day 1
Arrival to Bogotá

Day 2
Bogotá – Cachipay

Day 3
Cachipay – Honda

Day 4
Honda – Manizales

Day 5
Manizales – Anserma

Day 6
Anserma – La Pintada

Day 7
La Pintada – Medellín

Day 8
Departure from Medellín

Arrival to Bogotá

Arrival and welcome dinner.
Bike setup and final checks.
Meet the crew and riders.

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Bring your partner

Share the adventure

If you can almost feel the warm breeze running through the coffee bushes but wonder if these gentler days might fit your partner too — they will. With most rides wrapped up by early afternoon, we’ve planned the rest of each day so you can explore Colombia’s rich culture together. Coffee tastings, farm experiences, watching hummingbirds and orchids in bloom — it’s all here to turn this into a shared adventure you’ll both remember.

Answering your mom’s questions: FAQ

Absolutely, others have done it, we aren’t dare devils, and we want to come home to family. Our protocols and local expertise prioritize your safety. Remember our mantra!

The weather is year-round perfect cycling weather, temperatures are altitude depending but mostly mid 20°C , lower 8°, higher 35°C. Rain, you never know these are the Andes!

Colombia is known stunning landscape, challenging mountains and thrilling descents, but more importantly warm people and strong cycling culture that respect the cyclist.

A delicious mix of hearty local flavors and high-end cuisine. Fresh, clean, and incredible variety! On a special diet? Vegan? Celiac? Let us know and our magical staff will take care of that for you!

Yes. Partners aren’t riding will join coffee farm visits, tastings, gentle hikes in the mountains, birdwatching and back horse riding. and afternoon walks through each town along the route

Next available tour! We can ride 365 days a year in Colombia. We are equatorial so temperature doesn’t change a lot

Answering your riding buddy questions.

The level for this trip is Advanced. Meaning we will spend big day on the bike and you have to be used to climb for several hours.

Yes, we offer bike rentals. We have some great Time bikes fitted with Ultegra di” 11 speed and carbon wheels.

The roads on this trip are for the most part in great conditions. There’s the occasional section with poor seal, but in general they are smooth.

Yes! this is our flagship tour. We can’t exclude the best well known climb in Colombia. The route climbs Alto de Letras, an 80 km (50 mi) continuous ascent with about 3,200 m (10,500 ft) of elevation gain, from Mariquita toward Manizales.

It will be safely waiting for you in Medellin.