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Barrio transformation and urban escalator of Comuna 13

4 hours

Easy

This fascinating slum tour displays Medellin as a new city that has hardly worked to close the gap in between rich and poor in order for everyone to enjoy great quality of life regardless of their social stratus.

Get away from westernized touristy sections of the city and discover average Colombian barrios where authentic natives enjoy the top of the line infrastructure such as the San Javier cable car and the newly renovated slum Comuna 13 which possesses the most exclusive electrical escalator in America. You will gain a better understanding of this exciting city which like a sleeping giant has gone from the most violent to the most innovative on earth.
What's included?
    All taxes, fees and handling charges
    Local taxes
    Driver/guide
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
    Private tour
    Exclusions
    • Tip or gratuity
    Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
    Food and drinks
    Gratuities
    Please note
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller / pram accessible
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Not suitable for pets
    • No public transportation nearby
    • Infants must not sit on laps
    • Infant seats unavailable
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • Dress code is smart casual
    • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
    • Flexible start time, please inquire
    • • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund. • If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified reconfirmation period, please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly. Hotel pickups commence prior to this time Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions. Valid from the time of first use, for the duration selected.
    • Pick up at your AirBnB also, please provide full address with building name and apartment number.
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