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emerald Overland

6-DAY MOTORCYCLE TOUR TO COLOMBIA'S
FAMOUS EMERALD MINES, IMPRESSIVE WATERFALLS,
AND HOT SPRINGS

Moto Tour Details

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This 6-day motorcycle journey takes you deep into Colombia’s Andean heartland, blending scenic mountain rides, rich history, and off-road adventure. Starting in Bogotá, you’ll ride through high-altitude valleys, colonial towns, and emerald country, with each day offering new cultural and natural highlights.

 

You will eat delicious, traditional food and sleep in comfortable, boutique hotels.

The perfect motorcycle tour for intermediate and advanced riders!

Day 1

Where: Bogota - Villa de Leyva

Riding hours: 5

Mileage: 213km

Paved/Unpaved: 100:0

Highlights:

  • Ride Bogotá’s Andean countryside, full of mountain views & villages.

  • Visit Zipaquirá’s underground Salt Cathedral.

  • Shop Ráquira’s colorful pottery & crafts.

  • Stroll Villa de Leyva’s colonial streets & giant cobblestone plaza.

  • Cruise Boyacá’s lush valleys & mountain passes.

Day 2

WhereVilla De Leyva - Macheta

Riding hours: 3.5

Mileage: 132km

Paved/Unpaved: 90:10

Highlights:

  • Scenic ride through Boyacá’s valleys & mountain passes.

  • Easy off-road to Villa de Leyva’s Pozo Azules lakes.

  • Off-road detour to Muro Gachaneca dam.

  • Stop at Puente de Boyacá, site of Colombia’s independence battle.

  • Unwind in thermal baths & a luxury hotel stay.

Day 3

Where: Macheta - Chivor

Riding hours: 5.5

Mileage: 110km

Paved/Unpaved: 70:30

Highlights:

  • Ride from dry highlands into lush emerald country.

  • Cross 12 natural tunnels on winding mountain roads.

  • Photo stop at Cascada La 70 in Chivor.

  • Emerald workshop with a local gem expert.

  • Stay at El Recuerdo, a rustic lodge in emerald country.

Day 4

Where: Chivor - Chivor

Riding hours: 2 hours

Mileage: 50 km

Paved/Unpaved: 0/100

Highlights:

  • ⁠Horseback ride to an emerald mine.

  • Explore a 400m-deep working mine — keep what you find.

  • Try the traditional miner’s meal (fiambre).

  • Afternoon off-road into remote mountain trails.

  • Immerse yourself in rural Colombian farm life.

Day 5

Where: Chivor - Choachí

Riding hours: 5.5 hours

Mileage: 174km

Paved/Unpaved: 65/35

Highlights:

  • Ride remote Andean backroads with river crossings & canyons.

  • Pass through Ubala, gateway to mountains & páramo views.

  • Afternoon off-road into Choachí.

  • Roll past the ghost town of La Calera.

Day 6

Where: Choachí - Bogota

Riding hours: 1.5

Mileage: 60km

Paved/Unpaved: 100/0

Highlights:

  • Coffee farm experience & tasting.

  • Visit La Chorrera, Colombia’s tallest waterfall.

  • Scenic ride back to Bogotá via La Calera pass.

  • Panoramic views of Bogotá from the mountains.

ALL-INCLUSIVE: $1,899 USD

 

ALL-inclusive tour

Honda XR190: $1,899

Honda XRE300: $2,079

Includes

  • Bilingual guide/mechanic

  • All meals

  • Shared-room accommodation

  • All off-bike activities

    • Zipaquirá salt cathedral

    • Waterfall visit

    • Emerald mine tour

    • Horseback ride

  • Snacks + water

  • Gasoline
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