The ultimate climber exploit featuring the legendary Alto de Letras and their recently opened gorgeous road:
the Ruta de los Nevados.
A unique opportunity to conquer Alto de letras, the world's longest climb (81 kms/3850 mts elevation gain) and to experience riding up to 4150 mts on the new road to the sacred volcanic snowed peaks, named the most beautiful road in Colombia!
A flexible tour lets you mix and match one, two or even the three different epic climbs to the top of the Colombian central Andes.
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It also can be combined with the Coffee&Cycling tour or the Medellin Training Camp for an unforgettable comprehensive experience of Colombia cycling culture.
From 3 days/2 nights
Average distance: 100 km/day
Average elevation gain: 4250 mts/day
From:
£560 / USD 680
DAY 1 - Welcome / Mariquita - Honda
36 kms / 280 mts of elevation gain
Pick-up at Medellín airport (or local meeting point). Car transfer to our hotel where we will setup the bikes and start the riding adventure. A short and relaxed stage to stretch the legs, get confortable on the bike and acclimatise. Also a great opportunity for a coffee stop in the beautiful colonial centre of Honda.​​

DAY 2 - Mariquita - Alto de Letras - Manizales
109 kms / 4250 mts of elevation gain
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The longest climb in the world encapsulates cycling in Colombia. A journey that will take you from near sea level at the tropical jungle to the just under 4000 mts of altitude. A unique ride that every passionate cyclist must experience!

DAY 3 - Manizales - Alto de Ventanas (optional)
102 kms / 2570 mts of elevation gain
Declared the most beautiful road in the country, this newly-paved narrow path meanders the highest snowy volcanos in the Colombian Andes.
Stunning views, low traffic and generous mountains make this day a climbers dream.

DAY 4 - Good bye!
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After an unforgettable cycling experience, we will drive back to Medellín or take you to one of the local airports in Manizales or Pereira.
INCLUDED
- Accommodation in bike-friendly hotels (3-star minimum) on a double occupancy basis. Single occupancy available on request.
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- Full support on a 4-to-1 customer/staff ratio plus motorised accompaniment (moto/car depending on the tour).
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- All car/van transfers required during the tour.
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- English/French/Spanish speaking guides.
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- Breakfasts.
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- On-the-bike food and hydration.
Local products and recognised sport nutrition brands.
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- Bicycle setup and on-tour mechanical assistance.
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- Detailed GPX files sent in advance.