The Eastern Towns Tour is one of the most demanded by tourists today thanks to the variety of options to see and activities available.

Every day, there are many people who take the Tour of the Antioquian East in order to get the most out of their culture.

This area of Colombia is full of tradition, natural beauty and thousands of possibilities that you can discover.

If you want to take your visit to this Colombian corner to the next level, you can book with our agency and you will not regret it.

The advantage of taking the tour with us is that we are specialists and we work hand in hand with professionals.

Are you ready to enjoy a true paradise? Let’s go on a trip right now!

Eastern Towns Tour every day

The Tour of the Antioquian East is one of the most popular tours these days, since it allows you to have a complete route through each of these little towns.

Antioquia is one of the favorite places in Colombia, it has a lot to offer tourists, so you can’t choose a better plan than this.

You have the complete freedom to take the tour any day you see fit and it is carried out privately, guaranteeing you a completely personalized experience.

Our tour is one of the most complete you can take and we take you to towns with history and culture that will make you want to return again and again.

This tour has important stops in the main towns such as El Retiro, La Ceja and the unmissable town of Carmen de Viboral.

A little history about Eastern Antioquia

While it is true that today many people take the Eastern Towns Tour due to the variety of tourist options and attractions, this was not always the case.

The East of Antioquia was one of the most affected by Spanish colonization. Mining exploitation was one of the largest activities of the Spanish in this region.

Precariousness was rife, as well as poverty in many of its towns, which did not change until the 18th century when an agrarian reform took place at the hands of Juan Antonio Mon y Velarde.

This initiative was what gave way to the growth of Eastern Antioquia, which managed to boost some economic activities such as commerce and, of course, agriculture.

In the current era, the Towns of the East have another side that receives thousands of tourists every day, which is one of their main sources of income.

The Retiro Antioqueño, culture and nature

One of the unmissable stops on our Eastern Towns Tour is the Retiro Antioqueño.

It is located in the heart of Eastern Antioquia and is characterized, among other things, by its cultural variety, history, landscapes and its incomparable gastronomy.

An important attraction of this town is the Retiro Museum , which not only tells the history of the town itself, but of the department of Antioquia as a whole.

The experience allows you to travel back in time to the early days when the population was just emerging.

Another point of interest at this stop is the impressive San José Church that stands out among many other buildings for its unique religious architecture. It is worth mentioning that this site is considered Heritage of Colombia.

The design of the building is a true example of the international influences in the first constructions of the towns of Antioquia in general.

The natural spaces are not far behind in El Retiro, so it is possible to marvel at the beautiful waterfalls near the town, surrounded by abundant vegetation.

Likewise, the town’s Main Park is a perfect place for relaxation in an open environment and very close to natural areas.

Enjoy the flowers in the town of La Ceja

Another of the must-see places on our Eastern Towns Tour is La Ceja, also called the flower capital of Antioquia .

This beautiful destination is located just one hour from Medellín and is characterized by its cool climate whose temperature is usually no higher than 23 °C.

One of the most notable characteristics of this place is that due to the large number of religious communities active in the area, it has come to be called “little Vatican.”

Now, the greatest attraction of this town cannot be other than its abundant flower crops that allow you to have a unique visual experience.

In addition to this, there are unmissable places in this destination such as Salto del Buey , which is one of the most important nature reserves in the entire country with a wonderful waterfall to photograph. (In the case of this tour you DO NOT visit, this would be a different tour)

This place in La Ceja is a perfect point for those who want to go hiking and are looking for a nearby natural experience.

On the other hand, if you like cycling, you should know that this town has an interesting cycling route and its inhabitants have long been known for this sport.

Is it safe to visit eastern towns?

Of course! Currently, you can take the Eastern Towns Tour safely. This area of Antioquia is one of the most requested by tourists every day, so security is guaranteed when booking with an expert agency like ours. The residents of the region are ready to serve visitors with the greatest warmth and cordiality possible.

What typical foods can be found in eastern towns?

Eating in the towns of eastern Antioquia is one of the things you cannot miss doing. Its gastronomic offer is quite wide and you can find local specialties such as the tray paisa, the mazamorra paisa and some other desserts that will make you want to repeat again and again. Without a doubt, gastronomy is one of the greatest Colombian qualities and eastern Antioquia is not far behind.