One-Week Coffee Roaster Tour

A week built around coffee, from the roaster to the farm. We start in Medellín with a city tour and a visit to a roasting company, continue to Jericó, a traditional coffee town, and end in the coffee region around Pereira: plantations and coffee farms, the Santa Rosa hot springs, Cocora Valley, Salento and Filandia.

The itinerary may vary depending on logistical conditions.

Day 1 · Arrival in Medellín

Start time: according to your scheduled flight

When you arrive in Medellín, our team picks you up at the airport and takes you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to rest. Our adventure begins the following day.

Includes: airport–hotel transfer.

Day 2 · Medellín city tour and coffee experience

Start time: 9 AM · Duration: full day

We begin with a tour of Medellín's main attractions, including the Museo de Antioquia, Botero Plaza and other landmarks. Along the way we walk through the city centre to learn more about its history and local culture, and a traditional lunch is included.

Afterwards we visit a coffee roasting company, where we learn about the roasting process and take part in a coffee tasting.

Places to visit: the Museo de Antioquia, Botero Plaza, downtown Medellín and a coffee roasting company.

Includes: breakfast, lunch, guide and transportation.

Day 3 · Medellín to a coffee town (Jericó)

Start time: 9 AM · Duration: full day

We head to a traditional coffee town about 3 hours from Medellín, stopping for lunch on the way (according to your preference). When we arrive, we explore the town, its traditional coffee shops and, if possible, a local artisanal roastery.

Dinner is on your own, at one of the local restaurants we can recommend.

Places to visit: the coffee town and its traditional coffee shops.

Includes: breakfast, lunch, transportation and guide.

Day 4 · Coffee town to Pereira

Start time: 9 AM · Duration: full day

We visit a coffee plantation to learn about the harvesting and production process. Then we travel to Pereira, a drive of about 5 hours, with lunch on the way (not included). Before arriving, we relax at the Santa Rosa hot springs. Dinner is at our accommodation, La Hacienda San José.

Places to visit: a coffee plantation and the Santa Rosa hot springs.

Includes: breakfast, dinner, transportation and guide.

Day 5 · Cocora Valley and Salento

Start time: 9 AM · Duration: full day

We hike through Cocora Valley to see the wax palm, Colombia's national tree. We have a traditional lunch and visit El Ocaso coffee farm to learn more about how coffee is produced. Then we visit the colourful town of Salento before returning to our accommodation.

Places to visit: Cocora Valley, the wax palms, a coffee farm and Salento.

Includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner, guide and transportation.

Day 6 · Filandia and artisan experience

Start time: 9 AM · Duration: full day

We visit Filandia, a hidden gem of Colombia, and explore a private nature reserve with ecological trails. This native forest is home to a rich variety of plants and wildlife.

We then have lunch in town, where a local historian introduces us to Filandia's history while we try its food.

Afterwards we join an artisan workshop to learn how to weave traditional baskets. The craft takes so much concentration that it works as a kind of meditation.

We end the day at El Tambo de Cruces viewpoint with a cup of coffee, then return to the hacienda for dinner.

Places to visit: Filandia, a nature reserve, an artisan workshop and El Tambo de Cruces viewpoint.

Includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner, guide and transportation.

Day 7 · Departure from Pereira

Start time: according to your scheduled flight

Transfer to Pereira airport for your departure flight.

Includes: breakfast and hotel–airport transfer.

• The itinerary may vary depending on logistical conditions.
• Meals not mentioned in the itinerary are not included, so we recommend bringing cash to enjoy the local cuisine.
• Flights are not included in the price because fares vary. We recommend booking them yourself once your trip with us is confirmed, and we're happy to help you find the best options for your dates.

Cancellation

• If you cancel, the initial 50% payment is subject to a 10% administrative fee, plus any other administrative costs of the cancellation.
• 30 days before the start of services: 20% penalty.
• Up to 15 days before the start of services: 50% penalty.
• Less than 5 days before the service: 100% penalty (non-refundable).

Flight changes and airport transfers

• Any flight change must be reported at least 3 hours before the scheduled service.
• Waiting time at the airport is 1 hour (unless flight changes are reported in advance). After that, additional waiting hours are charged.
• If a change in flight time or flight number is reported only 1 hour in advance, the waiting time is charged, or the service is considered a no-show and a new one must be scheduled.
• After 2 hours of waiting with no prior notice, the service is considered a no-show.

Payment methods

• Bank transfer to Colombia Travel Operator's Bancolombia account. The bank details are sent to each client individually. Please send proof of payment by email.
• Credit card: Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Diners. Card payments carry a 5% surcharge and are charged in US dollars only. The authorization form is sent to each client individually.
• PayPal: payments carry a 5% surcharge. A payment request is sent to the email of the client's PayPal account.
• International bank transfer: the client pays the transfer fee directly to their bank (it varies by bank and country) and it is NOT included in our rates. This method can take up to 5 business days to clear. Please send proof of the transfer by email.

Other conditions

• Our rates do not include international or domestic airline tickets.
• Airport–hotel transfers between 9 PM and 5 AM carry an additional night surcharge.
• If the travellers are Colombian nationals, 19% VAT must be added.
• Accommodation rates apply to low season. If you'd like to upgrade the hotel category, please contact us.
• If you buy flights, accommodation or any other activity on your own, any issue or unforeseen event related to those services is beyond Colombia Travel Operator's responsibility, and we are not liable for it.