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Realities of Narcos in Colombia
It was a very informative and conversational tour. I enjoyed the range of topics from economics to science. The tour in focused on the realities and experiences of the victims of drug trade
Product: More than Escobar Tour
More Than Escobar Tour with Julio!
Julio was an outstanding guide for the Beyond Escobar tour thoughtful, engaging, and deeply knowledgeable. This is absolutely not a sensational or selfie-style tour, and Julio makes that clear from the beginning with the care and respect he brings to the story of Medellín and Colombia. He speaks both English and Spanish fluently and has an incredible way of explaining complex history in a way that’s accessible, nuanced, and meaningful. Rather than glorifying one man, Julio skillfully shifts the focus to the larger system connecting history, economics, politics, and the very real human cost behind it all. What stood out most was Julio’s passion and integrity. You can tell this tour is deeply researched and that he genuinely cares about honoring the victims while helping visitors truly understand the broader context. I learned so much and left with a completely different, more informed perspective on Colombia’s past and present. If you’re looking for a respectful, eye-opening, and intellectually engaging experience that goes far beyond surface-level narratives, Julio and this tour are an absolute must.
Product: More than Escobar Tour
El centro with Herman
Super informative and interesting. Herman was knowledgeable and enthusiastic and made sure stayed safe in the city centre!
Product: Medellin Historic Walking Tour with Expert Guide
Best tour guide ever
Julie was an extraordinary tour guide. She invested the tour with passion and a sophisticated political consciousness. And she was very attentive to the group. An eye-opening tour of downtown, transformed Medellin.
Product: Medellin Historic Walking Tour with Expert Guide
Achira’s Medellin-Doesn’t Get Better!
Achira was beyond amazing. Over and above teaching us so much about Medellin, she kept track of everyone and kept everyone engaged and safe. At night, she invited us (those who wanted to go) to the parade (Mitos y Leyendas). Even then, when she was not on the clock, she watched over everyone and truly showed care for everyone. This was my fourth City Tour and, by far, the best. I can’t say enough about Achira.
Product: Medellin Historic Walking Tour with Expert Guide
Not just a tour, but an experience with learning!
I really enjoyed my tour with Carolina. She was very friendly, professional and knowledgeable. I feel like she has a real passion for sharing her country and its history with people. Highly suggest taking a tour with Carolina!
Product: Medellin Historic Walking Tour with Expert Guide
Eerlijke tour
Heel goede ‘tour’ die het eerlijke verhaal vertelt over de drugsproblematiek in Medellin en Colombia. Weinig kilometers, veel informatie
Product: More than Escobar Tour
Amazing tour - very educational!
Pablo really prepared a unique tour for us, I have not had a walking tour like this ever before. He did extensive research and prepared some cards to interactively tell us about the supply, logistics, history and economics of narcotrafficking in Colombia. Also provide a great explanation for the appearance of paramilitaries and guerillas in the 20th century. At the end we visited a monument for the victims. If you have time for 1 walking tour in Medellin, do this one.
Product: More than Escobar Tour
Everything from the beginning of cocaine, the war on drugs and pablos destruction of Medellin
Had an unreal tour around the beautiful part of Medellin, had a real in-depth tour from Pablo who was very personal and proud to be sharing the history of his country which I loved.
Product: More than Escobar Tour
Start your trip to Medellin here
A great introduction to Medellin. Our guide Suzy provided really comprehensive overview as well as loads of helpful tips. This tour is a fantastic entry point for Medellin.
Product: Medellin Historic Walking Tour with Expert Guide
10/10 would recommend to a friend
Pablo was a really fantastic guide. Very knowledgeable and super passionate about sharing the real story of his city. 10/10 would recommend to a friend!
Product: More than Escobar Tour
The real sorry from Colombia
Please keep telling People your story that definetly needs to be told. Very beautifull experience! Highlight of Medellín!
Product: More than Escobar Tour
Must do tour in Medellín!
This is a must do in Medellín ! What an amazing tour. So educational and Pablo made it so interesting. Not only does he deliver a great tour about the history of Colombia and war on drugs he gave a personal perspective and could see how much he cared about educating people on the real facts. He also gave us great recommendations on what else to do in Medellín ! Don’t miss out
Product: More than Escobar Tour
Geweldige en ethische tour! Ontzettende aanrader voor iedereen die naar Medellin gaat!
Een geweldige en vooral ook ethische tour! Onze gids Pablo wist ontzettend veel te vertellen over de geschiedenis, op een manier dat iedereen aan zijn lippen hing. Zijn manier van vertellen ontroerde velen en gaf een dieper inzicht in de vooroordelen en problemen die spelen rondom Pablo Escobar. Hij vertelde vanuit het perspectief van de ‘victims’ in plaats van het centraal stellen van Escobar. Op deze manier voelde deze tour veel meer ethisch aan dan vergelijkbare tours. Daarom zou ik dit ten zeerste aanraden aan iedereen die diens horizon en perspectief wilt verbreden!
Product: More than Escobar Tour
Grootste aanrader in Medellin!
De beste tour in heel medellin. Belicht het perspectief dat belicht moet worden over de geschiedenis van de stad. Wij waren diep onder de indruk van de informatie en de manier waarop dit respectvol, persoonlijk en echt verteld werd door onze gids Pablo.
Product: More than Escobar Tour
A must book tour
It was a very nice tour. Suzie, our guide,, was exceptional. She explained so many things and showed how Medellin is a city for all. We went through different parts downtown and got to see historic places and here about remarkable people all in a very lively way!
Product: Medellin Historic Walking Tour with Expert Guide
Great intro to the centre of the city, street markets and history. Perfect to get oriented.
Bring some cash, have some ice cream at the stops. Keep an eye on your belongings in the crowded street markets. Muchas gracias Suzie.
Product: Medellin Historic Walking Tour with Expert Guide
Meaningful and educative
We had a great time with Hernan! Hè showed us the REAL Medellin, also the rough parts en history. We learned a lot and would recommend it to everyone! Thank you Hernan.
Product: Medellin Historic Walking Tour with Expert Guide
An in-depth, thoughtful, and engaging tour
We're so glad we did this tour, which had many layers of well-presented information. It lived up to the name and went beyond Escobar to give depth and context to the past and present of Medellin.
Product: More than Escobar Tour
Best walking tour I’ve ever been on - by far
If you want a different walking tour (meant in the best possible way) do this one. The tour is amazing and showing the real side of what the drugs have done to Colombia. Amazing how the guide, Pablo, delivered the info was super open to questions and delivered the information not only with passion and local knowledge, but also science backed.
Product: More than Escobar Tour