In short: A day trip from Medellín to the Vuelta Oriente: sweets in San Antonio de Pereira, hand-painted ceramics workshops and two museums in El Carmen de Viboral, and the Salto del Tequendamita. The private tour adds El Retiro and make-your-own ceramics.
About this tour
Close to Medellín you can live one of the most traditional experiences of the region: the Vuelta Oriente, a family outing built around local craft. It suits anyone who likes to learn by doing.
You visit the district of San Antonio de Pereira and its houses of sweets, with tastings, then El Carmen de Viboral, famous for its hand-painted ceramics. You walk the main park, the Calle de la Arcilla and the Calle de la Cerámica, enter the Museo de la Cerámica and the Museo de Arqueología, visit the traditional workshops and see the craft shops. The Salto del Tequendamita, a waterfall, is included.
The private tour adds El Retiro, “land of liberty”, with its woodworking artisans, and a ceramics workshop where you shape your own piece while hearing the history of the craft from local artisans.
Pairs well with Guarne Day Tour from Medellín: Fique Museum, Tapetusa & Cacao and Concepción Day Trip from Medellín: Colonial Town & San Vicente Ferrer. Planning more days around Medellín? Read the Medellín & Antioquia travel guide and our list of the best day trips from Medellín.
Choose your option
Private: Route of Ceramics & Tradition
Your own vehicle with breakfast, lunch, snacks and hydration, plus El Retiro and a hands-on ceramics workshop where you make your own memory.
Shared: Ceramics Route
Meeting points: Metro station at 7:10 am and Parque del Poblado at 7:30 am. Typical lunch and an afternoon refreshment. Runs on set dates, subject to availability and group size.
Itinerary
- Stop 1 · San Antonio de PereiraHouses of sweets and tastings.
- Stop 2 · El Carmen de Viboral workshopsHand-painted traditional ceramics.
- Stop 3 · Salto del TequendamitaA waterfall visit (entry included).
- Stop 4 · Main park, Calle de la Arcilla and Calle de la CerámicaMuseo de la Cerámica and Museo de Arqueología.
- Stop 5 · Craft shops and ceramic workshop (private)Make your own piece and visit El Retiro.
Included
- Ground transport from Medellín
- Typical lunch; private tour also includes breakfast
- Entrances to the museums and the Tequendamita waterfall
- Refreshment
- Medical assistance card
- Tourist guide
Not included
- Meals and expenses not listed in the plan
- Costs caused by road delays or road problems
Questions
Can I buy ceramics there?
Yes. The craft shops in El Carmen de Viboral sell hand-painted pieces; bring local currency in pesos.
What should I wear?
The weather is cool, so bring warm clothes and comfortable shoes.
How much does the Ceramics Route tour cost?
The shared departure starts from USD 46 per person. Private tours depend on the number of people and the guide's language. Request a quote or message us on WhatsApp for your exact price.
How do I book and pay?
Tell us your date and group size and we send a quote. A deposit confirms your booking and the balance is due a few business days before the tour. You pay with a secure Bold payment link.
Where do we meet?
We pick you up at your hotel or lodging in the Medellín metropolitan area. Shared departures meet at the Metro station (7:10 am) and Parque del Poblado (7:30 am).