nuestros tours por el Eje Cafetero<\/a>.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"La Caminata a la Cascada Santa Rita y el Recorrido a Pie por Salento: La Regi\u00f3n Cafetera M\u00e1s All\u00e1 del Circuito La caminata a la cascada Santa Rita y el recorrido a pie por Salento te ofrecen el lado de la Regi\u00f3n Cafetera de Colombia que la mayor\u00eda de los visitantes se pierden por completo. El Eje Cafetero tiene un circuito tur\u00edstico muy transitado: fincas de caf\u00e9, valles de palma de cera,\u2026<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":6167,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false},"categories":[],"tags":[],"destination":[47],"difficulty":[38],"tour-theme":[27,25],"tour-type":[17],"class_list":["post-6165","colombia-tours","type-colombia-tours","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","destination-coffee-region","difficulty-easy","tour-theme-family","tour-theme-nature","tour-type-private"],"acf":{"starting_price":120,"sub_below_price":"Per person \u00b7 2 travelers \u00b7 Discounts available for larger groups.","duration":"6 hours","overview":"The Eje Cafetero has a well-worn tourism circuit \u2014 coffee farms, wax palm valleys, Willys jeep rides \u2014 and it is genuinely worth doing. This tour covers what sits just outside that circuit: a second-growth forest reclaiming an old railway right-of-way, tunnels cut through the Quind\u00edo hillside that are now dark, damp, and completely silent, and a 20-meter waterfall surrounded by cloud forest vegetation that you discover at close range rather than from a viewpoint. The trail makes the arrival feel earned, and the panela con queso your guide brings at the end is the correct way to close it.\r\n\r\nThe second half of the day is Salento \u2014 compact, walkable, and better at absorbing tourism without losing its character than most Colombian small towns its size. Your guide takes you through the adobe streets with their painted wooden balconies and flower-decorated gates, covering what matters and leaving you with enough context to keep exploring on your own if the afternoon allows. The tour departs from Armenia, Pereira, Salento, or Filandia depending on where you're based \u2014 select the right city when booking, and wear shoes you don't mind getting muddy.","tournotices":"","languages":["English","Spanish"],"min_group_size":2,"cancel_window":"12 hours before starting date","hook_text":"Hike through tunnels and forest to a hidden 20-meter waterfall in the Quind\u00edo highlands, then walk the colorful colonial streets of Salento \u2014 Colombia's Coffee Region beyond the coffee, in one private day tour.\r\n\r\n ","review_score":5,"review_count":"1,200","price_tier":"$","best_price":true,"display_terms":false,"video_url":"","gallery_images":[6167,6168,6137,6138,6142,5923],"highlights_items":[{"highlight_text":"Hike through train roads, mud paths, and old tunnels in the Quind\u00edo forest \u2014 terrain that exists nowhere else in the Coffee Region \u2014 to reach the Santa Rita waterfall hidden between trees and rock at the end of the trail."},{"highlight_text":"Stand at the Santa Rita waterfall \u2014 a 20-meter drop surrounded by dense cloud forest \u2014 and stop long enough to feel the mist and the quiet before your guide hands you panela con queso as a trail snack."},{"highlight_text":" Get a brief introduction to the Coffee Triangle's ecology and fauna from a guide who knows the difference between what you see on a standard coffee tour and what you find when you go deeper into the forest."},{"highlight_text":" Walk the best streets of Salento on a guided walking tour \u2014 adobe and mud houses, colorful wooden balconies decorated with flowers, and the particular energy of one of Colombia's most beloved small towns without getting lost."}],"itinerary_rows":[{"iti_duration":"1.5 hours","iti_title":"Hotel Pickup & Drive to Santa Rita","iti_desc":"Your guide meets you at your hotel in Armenia, Pereira, Salento, or Filandia and gives you all the recommendations for the day. The vehicle type depends on your departure city \u2014 jeep if departing from Salento, car or van if departing from Armenia, Pereira, or Filandia. The drive takes you into the Quind\u00edo countryside toward the Santa Rita forest area."},{"iti_duration":"1 hour","iti_title":"Forest Hike \u2014 Tunnels, Mud Roads & Nature","iti_desc":"The hike begins on train roads and mud paths through the forest. The terrain moves through old railway tunnels \u2014 sections of darkness cut through the hillside \u2014 and opens into views of the Quind\u00edo valley. If the mist rolls in, which it often does in this part of Colombia's highlands, your guide treats it as part of the experience rather than an inconvenience. Keep your phone charged \u2014 the trail rewards photographers at every turn."},{"iti_duration":"1 hour","iti_title":" Santa Rita Waterfall","iti_desc":" Deeper into the forest, you reach the Santa Rita waterfall \u2014 a 20-meter drop surrounded by cloud forest vegetation. The unconventional approach through the tunnels and mud paths makes the arrival feel earned. Rest your feet, take in the waterfall, and accept the panela con queso your guide has brought \u2014 a traditional Colombian energy boost made from raw cane sugar and fresh cheese."},{"iti_duration":"1 hour","iti_title":"Salento Walking Tour","iti_desc":"From Santa Rita, you head to Salento for a guided walking tour through the town's most characteristic streets. Adobe and mud houses with colorful wooden balconies and gates decorated with flowers define the streetscape. Your guide takes you to the best spots and explains why Salento became one of the most celebrated small towns of the Coffee Region."},{"iti_duration":"1.5 hours","iti_title":"Drive Back to Your Hotel","iti_desc":"After the Salento walking tour, your guide drives you back to your hotel in your departure city. The return transfer is included in the total tour duration.\r\n"}],"whats_included":[{"whats_inc_item":"Private guide (full day)"},{"whats_inc_item":"Hotel pickup and drop-off in private transportation"},{"whats_inc_item":"Snack (agua de panela con queso at Santa Rita waterfall)"},{"whats_inc_item":"All risk insurance"}],"whats_excluded":[{"whats_exc_items":"Breakfast and lunch"},{"whats_exc_items":" Extra purchases"}],"cancel_policy":"Free cancellation up to 12 hours before departure. Cancellations made within 12 hours of the tour start time are non-refundable.","before_booking":[{"before_book_item":"The departure city affects both the rate and the vehicle type \u2014 select the correct option when booking. Departures from Salento use a jeep. Departures from Armenia, Pereira, or Filandia use a car or van. Confirm your departure city carefully before completing your booking."},{"before_book_item":"The hike includes mud roads, train tracks, and old tunnels through forest terrain. Wear closed-toe shoes with grip suitable for uneven and potentially muddy surfaces. Fashion sneakers and sandals are not appropriate. "},{"before_book_item":"The Quind\u00edo highlands are known for mist, light rain, and rapidly changing weather. A light waterproof layer is recommended regardless of the morning forecast. The weather adds to the atmosphere of the trail \u2014 your guide is experienced with all conditions. "},{"before_book_item":" Breakfast and lunch are not included. Eat before departure. A gastronomic experience (panela con queso) is included at the waterfall. There are food options in Salento after the hike."},{"before_book_item":"Keep your phone or camera fully charged before departure \u2014 the tunnel section, forest views, and waterfall are all high-reward photography moments."}],"guest_reviews":[{"review_name":"Jean Carlo \u00c1lvarez","review_country":"Colombia","review_date":"November, 2025","review_rating":5,"review_text":"My experience with this agency has been exceptional. From the very first contact, the team demonstrated impeccable service, conveying trust, warmth, and professionalism. They made me feel valued and supported every step of the way, exceeding my expectations with their personal touch and the quality of their service."},{"review_name":"Daniel Londo\u00f1o","review_country":"Colombia","review_date":"October, 2025","review_rating":5,"review_text":"I had a great experience with Cielo Travel agency. They were very professional and clear during all the process and made me feel accompanied and guided if I had any questions. I will definitely use the services again in my next visit."},{"review_name":"Paula Carranza","review_country":"Colombia","review_date":"October, 2025","review_rating":5,"review_text":"Cielo Travel understands tourism in Colombia like no one else. Their team is a master of digital marketing and knows how to connect travelers from all over the world with authentic and unique culinary experiences in the country. I loved their friendly approach, their creativity, and the way they manage to convey the essence of each place. An agency that truly promotes Colombian tourism!"},{"review_name":"Juan Fernando Longas","review_country":"Colombia","review_date":"November, 2025","review_rating":5,"review_text":"Excellent experience with this agency. The team at this agency has been amazing from the very first moment. They immediately made me feel comfortable with their warm and professional approach. They listened carefully to my needs, and their kind attention was constant throughout the entire process. I felt incredibly supported at every stage, and I absolutely recommend their services."},{"review_name":"Andrea Pardo","review_country":"Colombia","review_date":"October, 2025","review_rating":5,"review_text":"200% recommended. It was totally worth it!! Everything was great! The service is exceptional and focused on your needs; they resolve absolutely everything!! They're always there for you and very attentive, helping me have one of the best experiences of my life. Thank you so much!!"}],"why_book":[{"why_book_items":"1,200 five-star reviews from real travelers \u2014 read them before you book."},{"why_book_items":"Best Price Guarantee \u2014 find this tour cheaper elsewhere and we'll match it."},{"why_book_items":"Private transportation door-to-door \u2014 no shared shuttles, no waiting around for strangers."},{"why_book_items":"Booking directly with us means your money stays with a Colombian-owned company, not a platform commission."},{"why_book_items":"Our team coordinates everything \u2014 pickup timing, pilot briefing, and return logistics \u2014 so you focus only on the flight."}],"faqs":[{"faq_title":"Where does this tour depart from?","faq_content":"The tour can depart from Armenia, Pereira, Salento, or Filandia. Select the correct departure city when booking \u2014 the rate varies by location and the vehicle type changes accordingly. Jeep transport is used for Salento departures; car or van for Armenia, Pereira, and Filandia."},{"faq_title":"How difficult is the Santa Rita hike?","faq_content":"The hike is moderate in terms of terrain \u2014 it covers train roads, mud paths, and sections through old railway tunnels in the Quind\u00edo forest. The total hiking time is approximately 2 hours. Closed-toe shoes with grip are essential. The trail is not technically demanding but the mud and uneven surfaces require appropriate footwear."},{"faq_title":"What should I wear and bring?","faq_content":"Closed-toe shoes with grip (hiking shoes or trail runners) are essential for the mud paths and tunnel sections. Bring a light waterproof layer for the Quind\u00edo mist. Dress in layers \u2014 mornings in the Coffee Region highlands can be cool before the temperature rises. Keep your phone or camera charged.\r\n"},{"faq_title":"What is Salento and why is it worth visiting?","faq_content":"Salento is a small colonial town in the Quind\u00edo department, one of the three departments that make up Colombia's Coffee Triangle. It is known for its colorful adobe architecture, wooden balconies decorated with flowers, and its position at the gateway to the Valle de Cocora \u2014 the valley of the wax palm, Colombia's national tree. The walking tour focuses on the town's streets and culture rather than the standard coffee tourism circuit.\r\n"},{"faq_title":"What is panela con queso?","faq_content":"Panela con queso is a traditional Colombian snack \u2014 a block of raw, unrefined cane sugar (panela) served with fresh white cheese. It is eaten throughout the Coffee Region as a mid-morning energy boost, particularly after physical activity. Your guide provides it at the Santa Rita waterfall as part of the included gastronomic experience."}],"available_spots":0,"bokun_embed_code":"