Private Citytour in the Colonial Cartagena to Shore excursions

5.0 (1 reviews) Cartagena, Colombia
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Duration3h - 4h
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LanguagesGerman, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
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Overview

PRIVATE CITYTOUR: A Journey Through Time and Color

Prepare for an adventure like no other in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia! Our PRIVATE city tour is a vibrant tapestry of history and culture. Our odyssey commences with a visit to the legendary San Felipe's fortress, a bastion of the past. As you explore its intricate tunnels and mighty ramparts, you'll be transported to an era of daring conquests. But that's just the beginning!

After unearthing the secrets of San Felipe, we'll lead you to Getsemaní, Cartagena's most colorful neighborhood. Here, the streets burst with life, adorned in dazzling street art and echoing with local rhythms. As we wander through these vibrant lanes, you'll immerse yourself in Cartagena's authentic soul.

As part of this unforgettable experience, you’ll visit the Emerald Museum, where you’ll dive into the fascinating history of Colombian emeralds—one of the country’s most renowned exports.

Entrance fees to the monuments are not included.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • You will be given a bottle of water to keep you hydrated & fresh during the experience.
  • The stop in the "Portal de los Dulces". If you would like to taste on the typical sweets, you could buy it.
  • Entrances fees to the monuments
  • Propinas

What to expect

  1. Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    Visiting San Felipe Fortress in Cartagena, Colombia, is a journey through history, immersing you in the city's rich past and strategic significance. This iconic fortress offers a glimpse into the colonial era and its defensive marvels, showcasing the architectural prowess that protected the city for centuries.
  2. Plaza de La Trinidad
    10m
    This square is the heart of the neighborhood of Getsemaní.
  3. Parque centenario
    10m
    This will be our meeting point. Here you will know about the places we are going to discover during our walking.
  4. Plaza de la Aduana
    10m
    This is the biggest square of the city where we discover the biggest houses around it.
  5. Monumento a Pedro de Heredia
    10m
    We will meet the founder of Cartagena, Pedro de Heredia.
  6. Barrio Getsemani
    40m
    This is one of the most colorful neighborhoods in Cartagena where we are going to discover & walk the streets full of graffitis, colorful umbrellas & the Magic realism corner full of yellow butterflies.

    In this place you could get very beautiful pictures that our team would be very glad to help you with.
  7. Museo precolombino de la esmeralda
    20m · Admission ticket included
    As part of this unforgettable experience, you’ll visit the Emerald Museum, where you’ll dive into the fascinating history of Colombian emeralds—one of the country’s most renowned exports.

    Did you know?
    Emeralds are rare gems found in only a few places worldwide, including Zambia, Zimbabwe, Russia, and Brazil. However, Colombia is the global leader, producing a stunning 60% of the world’s emeralds.

    ⛏️ Discover the Mines
    Colombia’s emeralds come from three iconic mining regions: Muzo, Coscuez, and Chivor. Each produces emeralds with unique qualities that make them truly one of a kind.
  8. Plaza de la Proclamacion
    10m
    This square is in front of the biggest church The Cathedral Santa Catalina de Alejandría.
  9. Catedral Santa Catalina de Alejandria
    10m
    We will get inside the cathedral to see its magnificent architecture.
  10. Portal de Los Dulces
    10m
    In this place we will meet the sweetest place in our city where you discover & can taste the typical sweets of the Colombian coast.
  11. Torre del Reloj
    10m
    The Clock tower was the main entrance to the other neighborhood of Cartagena where the richest people during the colonial time lived.
  12. 10m
    We will hear about the process of the independence from Spain, and we met the monument to the most important and famous Latin American man during the 1900s.
  13. Plaza de San Pedro Claver
    10m
    In this square we will have the opportunity to see one of the most beautiful churches and we will meet the father of the human rights during the colonial time, the kindest priest in history, Pedro Claver.
  14. 10m
    In this square we will discover the first church constructed during the colonial time.
  15. Palacio de La Inquisicion
    10m
    We will pass by the inquisition palace where we will hear about the Spanish inquisition, and we will find on the darkest side of the catholic church.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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