Boyacá – In the Land of Liberty
Cycling Tour In the Land of Liberty
The Colombian Andes is a land of majestic mountains and breathtaking vistas. While pedaling throughout this region one could only imagine that these mountains were made to enjoy riding on a bicycle. Incredible ascents with gratifying achievements, quaint little towns on the countryside with a local culture that maintain traditions that come all the way back from colonial times. The state of Boyacá lies on the eastern range of the Andes. The air we breathe here carries cycling, history and culture all over this region. Taking on a journey across these mountains means going over the paths of the colonial conquerers and visiting the battlefield grounds and other sites that took part in the Colombian independence. Pedaling through villages frozen in time, with original and well-preserved examples of its colonial architecture; here you will have a taste of the region’s gastronomy and pedal on the very same mountains as the greatest and renowned riders born in this lands.
Type
Base Trip
When we travel under this mode, we won’t be constantly changing from hotels. We will focus on exploring the nearby sites and coming back to our “base camp”. Eventually, we will move on to our next headquarters. This way, you can leisurely explore and find the best of each area for your delight.
Itinerary
Highlights
- The Colombian typical and fusion cuisine
- The cobblestone roads of its villages sustained over time
- Raquira the ceramics town
- Visit to the local vineyards
what´s
Included
Accommodation in double rooms
Entrances to reserves, places, experiences and other as mentioned in the itinerary
All meals from dinner on Day 1 through breakfast of last day in Colombia as mentioned in the itinerary.
Colombian event insurance
Snacks and water
Bilingual guide
Private transfer airport – hotel – airport.
Gravel bike and helmet.
Ground transportation and support vehicle
Your best Cycling Journey
Domestic flights in economy class if needed
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Destination
Fly into: Bogotá, El Dorado airport
Day 1
Arrival to Bogotá
Day 2
Transfer to Villa de Leyva, welcome orientation, bike fit, short ride and experience – 10km / 150m gain
Day 3
Ride to Iguaque + hike 14km / 615m gain
Day 4
Ride around Villa de Leyva and wine experience – 23km / 300m gain
Day 5
Ride around Villa de Leyva, afternoon at leisure - 35km / 500m gain
Day 6
Ride to Raquira - 48km / 900m gain
Day 7
Transfer Bogotá (3.5h), visit the Gold museum