Day 2 Itinerary: Doradal to Muzo 

Morning

Doradal: Early in the morning, our breakfast will be a "Calentado," a combination of beans, eggs, and rice, a typical Antioquian breakfast. We leave behind the tropical climate of Doradal and head to a destination with a fascinating history and equally impressive landscape. We will meet at 8:00 am to start our route.

Ride: The route will be 180-200 km, taking us through mountainous rural landscapes. Along the way, we will pass through areas adorned with coffee and banana plantations. We will make strategic stops to appreciate the beautiful landscapes and learn about the daily lives of local farmers, who often share stories about emerald mines. The altitude will gradually increase, with maximum altitudes of 1,200 m, and the temperatures will be cooler, so it is advisable to wear additional layers of clothing to stay comfortable. Along this journey, we will have the chance to taste fresh guarapo, perfect for staying hydrated in the warm climate of the lower areas.

Muzo: The world capital of emeralds, Muzo is a small town hidden in the Boyacá mountains, full of mining history and culture. After checking into the hotel, we can explore the lively town, where crafts made with emeralds are true treasures. For dinner, we will enjoy typical dishes such as ajiaco, a popular vegetable soup, or delicious grilled meat prepared in a special local way, highly appreciated by locals. Muzo is recognized as the world capital of emeralds due to the quality and quantity of precious stones extracted here.

Day 3 Itinerary: Exploration in Muzo

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Day 4 Itinerary: Muzo to Villa de Leyva

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Muzo: The day starts early in the morning with a delicious caldo de costilla with arepa and coffee for breakfast. After checking our motorcycles, we will meet at 9 am to leave the humid tropical environment of Muzo and begin the route to Villa de Leyva.

Ride: This journey of about 160 km will take us through mixed terrains adorned with imposing mountains in different shades of green. The altitude will gradually increase, with our highest point being 2,500 m. We will make a stop in Ráquira, with its streets adorned with colorful facades and vibrant murals. If time permits, we will learn about pottery making or visit the "Witches’ Patio," an ancient astronomical observatory built with clay totems. This perfect lunch stop will allow us to try the golden chicken soup Boyacá style and masato de maíz, a traditional fermented drink that perfectly complements the local cuisine. It is advisable to be prepared for weather changes or sudden rain, so having waterproof clothing or a good jacket will be helpful.

Villa de Leyva: After checking into a charming boutique hotel, we can walk through the streets of this enchanting town. Villa de Leyva is one of the 17 heritage towns of Colombia and seems to have stopped in time with its impressive colonial architecture and cobbled streets. In the evening, we will enjoy dinner at a local restaurant offering traditional dishes such as carne oreada, a meat cut marinated with spices and dried in the sun, and changua, a Boyacá soup perfect for the cool nights of this charming colonial town.

Day 5 Itinerary: Rest and Explore Villa de Leyva

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Villa de Leyva: This day is dedicated to exploring at your own pace. Villa de Leyva is not only known for its colonial charm but also for its fossil discoveries and traditional gastronomy. You can visit the Fossil Museum to see remains of prehistoric marine creatures, venture to nearby waterfalls, take a relaxing walk through the town, or visit one of the local vineyards to taste wines that enrich this unique cultural experience.

Day 6  Itinerary: Villa de Leyva to Gúican

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Day 7 Itinerary: Gúican to El Cocuy

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Day 8 Itinerary: El Cocuy to Monguí

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El Cocuy: We begin the day with a good breakfast to prepare for the descent through the Andean valleys, accompanied by panoramic views at every kilometer. We will meet to start our route at 8:00 am. Quick fact: El Cocuy still has settler communities and a community of U'wa indigenous people.

Ride: This time we will cover a 180 km route descending through the Andean mountains with off-road sections. We will make a stop in Socha, a town important in Colombian history for its role in the independence, known as the wet nurse of freedom. Here, we will taste one of the region’s delicacies, the envuelto, made with ground corn, cheese or curd, guava paste or raisins, wrapped in corn leaves. Be prepared for cold sections and sudden rains, so waterproof clothing is recommended for this ride.

Monguí: One of the most beautiful towns in Colombia and also part of the Colombian heritage town network. After checking into a colonial hotel, you can take a walk around the central square, with its minor basilica and the iconic calicanto bridge, the perfect place for a coffee with freshly baked almojábanas. For dinner, we will taste the Boyacá stew, a soup with beef, pork, and chicken with vegetables grown in the region, in an environment that breathes history and tradition.

Day 9 Itinerary: Monguí to Aquitaine

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Monguí: After a good meat broth for breakfast, we can take one last look at Monguí, also known for its handcrafted leather balls. Visiting a workshop to see the manufacturing process up close is a great idea, a tradition passed down through generations and representing a common economic activity in the town. Be ready between 10:00 /10:30 am to start our route.

Ride: This will be a shorter 70 km route mostly paved. We will stop in Sogamoso for lunch, enjoying delicious lamb corullas, and if time allows, we will visit the Archaeological Museum, which houses an impressive collection of artifacts from the indigenous cultures of the region. This route may also be cold, so comfortable clothing is recommended.

Aquitania: A town located on the shores of the imposing Lake Tota. Here, the vast green fields with the lake in the background give us unique sunsets. After checking into a pleasant hotel with lake views, you can explore this charming town and dine on trout raised in the cold waters of Tota, a typical dish of the area, while enjoying the serene and comforting atmosphere by the lake.

Day 10 Itinerary: Aquitainia to Guaduas

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Aquitania: Early in the morning, after a good Colombian breakfast, we say goodbye to Aquitania and its green valleys of onion plantations, heading to Guaduas. Aquitania is known as the "Onion Capital of Colombia" and is the main producer of spring onions in the country. It is a long day, so it is important to meet at 6:30 am to start our journey.

Ride: This journey will cover over 350 km, the longest of our trip. Our first stop will be in the historic city of Tunja, the capital of Boyacá. We will visit the Boyacá Bridge, where the emblematic Battle of Boyacá that sealed Colombia’s independence took place. Then we continue to Zipaquirá, where, if time allows, we will visit the impressive Salt Cathedral, an underground architectural marvel. Lunch will be a typical dish of the town, a delicious baked flank steak with salted potatoes, and for dessert, we will enjoy cuajada with syrup. We descend in altitude, but most of our journey might be cold, so comfortable and waterproof clothing will be helpful.

Guaduas: Finally, we arrive in Guaduas, a heritage city full of historical and natural charm. After checking into a charming boutique hotel, you can walk through its cobbled streets or visit one of its museums and historical sites, such as the birthplace of Policarpa Salavarrieta, a heroine of Colombian independence. For dinner, we will have a "fiambre," a delicious typical Colombian dish that includes rice, meat, plantain, egg, and potato wrapped in a banana leaf. We will enjoy a restful night in this place full of history and tradition.

Day 11 Itinerary: Guaduas to Salamina

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Guaduas: We will have a hearty breakfast accompanied by good coffee before saying goodbye to Guaduas and heading into the Coffee Region, where we will enjoy a ride through hills covered with coffee plantations. Quick fact: Guaduas has an ancient road called Camino Real, an important access route during the colonial and early republican periods, still preserved today.

Ride: This will be a 250 km route with unpaved road sections and altitude peaks between 3200/3500 m. Our landscape will be adorned by paramos, Andean valleys, and coffee plantations as we travel on roads near the Nevado del Ruiz volcano, with impressive fauna and landscapes. We will have lunch near Manizales, enjoying a delicious bandeja paisa. For this route, it is essential to have waterproof clothing handy, as sudden rains are common.

Salamina: Known for its traditional architecture and brightly painted wooden balconies, Salamina, located in the heart of Caldas, is part of Colombia's Heritage Towns. We will stay in a warm boutique hotel, and after settling in, you can explore the architecture and enjoy the hospitality of its inhabitants. We will try local gastronomy, such as eggs cooked in a steam machine, a unique recipe offered at the town’s oldest café. The night will conclude with a local dinner and rest in an elegant colonial hotel.

Day 12 Itinerary: Salamina to Medellín

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Salamina: After a typical breakfast and a good cup of coffee, we will leave Salamina, this charming town nestled in the mountains. Salamina was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO for its colonial preservation.

Ride: Our final route will be 200 km and offers spectacular mountainous landscapes, adorned with coffee plantations and colorful houses on the mountain slopes. We will descend to the Cauca River valley and pass through a bustling town called "La Pintada," where we will have lunch with delicious grilled meat and a typical bandeja paisa. It will be a warm route, so it is advisable to wear comfortable and cool clothing and carry water for the journey. Finally, we will arrive in Medellín, concluding our journey after more than two thousand kilometers exploring the authentic spirit and cultural diversity of Boyacá and the heart of Colombia.