In short: A day trip from Medellín to Sonsón, the “Balcón de Antioquia”, with its historic center, Casa de la Cultura, folk museum, a guided páramo viewpoint and La Jonda. The private tour adds La Ceja and La Unión.
About this tour
Southeast Antioquia lets you enjoy a route of páramos and traditions brought by Antioquian colonization, mixed with the modernity that is only just appearing in its landscapes and colorful towns. Sonsón is the highlight.
You walk the historic center of the Balcón de Antioquia, enter the Casa de la Cultura Roberto Jaramillo A. and the Casa de los Abuelos, see the Folk Museum and the Templo Nuestra Señora del Carmen. You then visit the guided Páramo de Sonsón viewpoint and the Casa de las Panochas, and enjoy La Jonda, the traditional spot in town. There is time for optional shopping of regional food.
The private tour, called the Route of Antioquian Colonization, also passes through La Ceja and La Unión.
Pairs well with Jericó Day Trip from Medellín: Tradition, Coffee & Mother Laura and Ceramics Route from Medellín: El Carmen de Viboral & San Antonio de Pereira. 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 Antioquian Colonization
Your own vehicle with breakfast, lunch, snacks and hydration, plus La Ceja and La Unión.
Shared: Tour to Sonsón
Meeting points: Metro station at 5:45 am and Parque del Poblado at 6:15 am. Breakfast and lunch included. Runs on set dates, subject to availability and group size.
Itinerary
- Stop 1 · Historic center of SonsónThe Balcón de Antioquia and the main square.
- Stop 2 · Casa de la Cultura and Casa de los AbuelosLocal culture and memory.
- Stop 3 · Folk Museum and Templo Nuestra Señora del CarmenTraditions and architecture.
- Stop 4 · Páramo de Sonsón viewpoint and Casa de las PanochasGuided visit to the viewpoint and a traditional house.
- Stop 5 · La JondaThe traditional spot in Sonsón; private tours also visit La Ceja and La Unión.
Included
- Ground transport from Medellín
- Breakfast and lunch
- Visits to the places listed
- Medical assistance card
- Tourist guide
Not included
- Meals and expenses not listed in the plan
- Costs caused by road delays or road problems
Questions
Is the weather cold in the páramo?
It can be cool and windy at altitude, so bring a warm layer even if Medellín is warm.
Can this be combined with Jericó?
They are separate day trips. Ask us for a custom route if you want to link two towns in the southwest.
How much does the Sonsón tour cost?
The shared departure starts from USD 52 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 (5:45 am) and Parque del Poblado (6:15 am).