Tours/Medellin/Private Tour to Santa Fe de Antioquia Town & Coffee Farm.
Viator · Private tour

Private Tour to Santa Fe de Antioquia Town & Coffee Farm.

5.0(7)Medellin1 hour
VIATOR5.0(2)TRIPADVISOR5.0(5)

Description

If you enjoy colonial architecture and breathtaking landscapes that transport you back to the 1600s, this tour is perfect for you. Travel through Colombia’s past as you explore historic streets, plazas, and landmarks that reveal how Spanish influence shaped the culture and identity of the region. Along the way, enjoy traditional local snacks and then visit a hidden coffee spot in the Andes Mountains, offering one of the most stunning views outside of Medellín. Here, you’ll learn every step behind a great cup of Colombian coffee — from the plant to the final tasting — surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery. This experience beautifully blends history, culture, nature, and coffee, offering an authentic and memorable journey through Colombia’s heritage.

Tour Options

SANTA FE DE ANTIOQUIA & COFFEE
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

240 min

Hidden among the Andes Mountains, this small and peaceful farm, surrounded by lush coffee landscapes, we’ll experience an authentic Colombian coffee tour in a truly spectacular setting. During the visit, you’ll learn every stage behind a great cup of coffee, starting with the coffee plant itself and the conditions that make Colombian coffee so special. We’ll walk through the coffee fields while explaining the harvesting process, including how ripe coffee cherries are carefully selected by hand. Next, we’ll explore the processing stages, where the beans are pulped, fermented, washed, and dried — essential steps that define the coffee’s flavor and aroma. You’ll also learn about roasting techniques, how different roast levels affect taste, and what makes each cup unique. The experience concludes with a freshly brewed coffee tasting, where you’ll learn how to properly smell, taste, and appreciate Colombian coffee, all while enjoying panoramic mountain views.

Admission included120 min

Step back in time as you explore one of Colombia’s most historic colonial towns — the former capital of Antioquia before Medellín. Founded over 475 years ago, this beautifully preserved town was once one of the most prosperous cities in the country. As you walk through its original stone-paved streets, you’ll notice that time seems to have stood still: colorful colonial balconies, wooden doors, clay-tiled roofs, and centuries-old churches remain exactly as they were hundreds of years ago. During our guided walking tour, we’ll explore the town’s historic streets, main squares, parks, and churches, immersing ourselves in stories of conquest, trade, faith, and daily life during the Spanish colonial era. This experience offers a rare opportunity to travel back to colonial times and feel the atmosphere of a place that has preserved its soul for generations. Perfect for history lovers, culture seekers, and travelers looking to experience the authentic colonial heart of Colombia.

Admission included60 min

This architectural jewel is one of a kind in Colombia. It was designed by José María Villa, a visionary and unconventional engineer who also participated in the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge in New York. Known for challenging the engineering norms of his time, Villa defied traditional construction methods to create what would become one of Antioquia’s most important infrastructure projects. The bridge dramatically transformed regional travel by connecting Santa Fe de Antioquia and Olaya, two towns once separated by the powerful Cauca River — the second-largest river in Colombia. Standing above the river, this historic bridge is not only an engineering milestone, but also a symbol of innovation, courage, and the determination that helped shape the region’s development.

Highlights

Private transportation
Traditional Lunch, if you’re vegeterian, please let us know and we’ll prepare something different.
Snacks
Insurance

What's included

Included
Private transportation
Traditional Lunch, if you’re vegeterian, please let us know and we’ll prepare something different.
Snacks
Insurance

Pickup Locations & Times

We pick our clients up at their hotel and leave them back at hotel in El Poblado

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(7)

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Meghan_J
March 16, 2026
Such a refreshing and worthwhile trip

This was a great trip! Diego was our guide and did a wonderful job at making sure we were comfortable and getting the most out of this experience. The coffee tour was entertaining, fun, and immersive! Walking around Santa Fe de Antioquia was the refreshing day my friend and I needed after staying in Medellin for a few days. We took photos, tried so many new snacks, and took our sweet time checking out everything we could. Diego was patient and did such a great job at being friendly and kind the entire time, despite it being very hot and he had to drive in a lot of traffic on the way home! Overall a great experience and made us fall in love with Colombia even more! Bien!

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MARIANA_B
January 4, 2026
Wonderful

The trip was wonderful. The guide Diego was very attentive and polite. We like it and recommend it.

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Geoffrey J
May 31, 2025
Santa Fe experience

Carlos our tour guide was the best. His bilingual speaking skills were very helpful and he was very knowledgeable. The trip to Santa Fe was amazing and the restaurant was top notch. It was a wonderful experience.

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rjdalton
October 29, 2024
Great tours, friendly service, owner-operated

I live in Medellin. I'm a former travel writer for a newspaper in New York, so I'm pretty picky about which companies I use. This company is awesome. They offer great tours at reasonable prices. We've done a coffee tour, and day trips to Santa Fe de Antioquia and to Guatape. Whenever friends visit, we go with Andes Adventures Travels. The owner is very friendly, too.

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JimW200
November 10, 2023
I really like this place

This is the third time we have eaten here. Normally it is the paella de calimar en su probio tinta. One day we need to try another dish, but this is excellent. I understand that that their normal Colombian dishes are a bit weak, but why go to a Spanish resterant to eat Colombian? The tapas are outstanding. We had an very interesting Bolivian red wine, but I was too stupid to note the name

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robindJ8585GY
June 21, 2020
Superb

I cannot say enough good things about this tour and the guide, Daniel. A wonderful day experiencing this small town. Daniel was so full of interesting facts and history! He really does his research and is quite entertaining, as well, with his great sense of humor. His English is very, very good and his demeanor is professional but relaxed and accommodating. And did I mention, he's fun?! After one trip with him we didn't even look into other companies, just called Daniel for everything. So, look no further, this tour company is exactly what you've been looking for. Enjoy!

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