Santa Marta Private City Highlights Tour

Santa Marta, Colombia
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Duration4h
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Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Discover the history, culture and coastal scenery of Santa Marta on a private shore tour designed for cruise passengers. Visit Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, the historic estate where Simón Bolívar spent his final days, and stop by the monument to Colombian football legend Carlos “El Pibe” Valderrama. Continue to the Taganga viewpoint for beautiful views over the fishing village and Caribbean bay. Then explore Santa Marta’s historic center, with its colonial streets, squares and architecture, and visit the Santa Marta Cathedral, one of the city’s most important historic landmarks. Private transportation and a Spanish-speaking or bilingual guide are included.

Options

Private Tour for 6 passengers

Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Santa Marta Cruise Port

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide
Pickup included

Private Tour for 3 passengers

Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Santa Marta Cruise Port

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide
Pickup included

Private Tour for 1 passenger

Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Santa Marta Cruise Port

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide
Pickup included

Private Tour for 5 passengers

Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Santa Marta Cruise Port

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide
Pickup included

Private Tour for 2 passengers

Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Santa Marta Cruise Port

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide
Pickup included

Private Tour for 4 passengers

Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Santa Marta Cruise Port

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide
Pickup included

What's included

  • Visit to the listed locations
  • Private transportation
  • Professional guide
  • Entrance to Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino
  • Meals and drinks not specifically mentioned
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities
  • Any additional services not listed in the inclusions.

What to expect

  1. 20m
    Meet your private guide at Santa Marta Cruise Port and begin your city tour in a comfortable private vehicle. Drive through Santa Marta toward one of its most important historical attractions.
  2. Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino
    50m
    Explore the historic estate where Simón Bolívar spent his final days and died in 1830. Walk through the colonial buildings, gardens and historic areas while learning about Bolívar and an important chapter of Colombian history. Entrance to the Quinta is included in the tour.
  3. 25m
    Transfer to Monumento del Pibe — 15 minutes
    Continue by private vehicle toward the former Eduardo Santos Stadium area. Your guide will introduce you to the importance of football in Santa Marta and Colombia.

    Monumento del Pibe — 10 minutes
    Stop at the monument dedicated to Carlos “El Pibe” Valderrama, one of Colombia’s most famous football players and a native of Santa Marta. Enjoy time for photos and learn about his connection to the city and Colombian football. The monument is located by the Eduardo Santos Stadium area.
  4. Taganga
    45m
    Transfer to Taganga — 20 minutes
    Travel north toward Taganga, a traditional fishing village on the Caribbean coast. Enjoy changing views as you leave the city center and approach the bay.

    Taganga Viewpoint — 25 minutes
    Stop at a scenic viewpoint overlooking Taganga and its Caribbean bay. Take photos and enjoy the coastal landscape while your guide shares information about this well-known fishing community. Taganga is also recognized locally as an important coastal tourism area near Santa Marta.
  5. Santa Marta
    1h 5m
    Transfer to Santa Marta Historic Center — 20 minutes
    Return toward central Santa Marta for the cultural part of your tour. Pass through the city while your guide introduces you to its history and local life.

    Santa Marta Historic Center — 45 minutes
    Walk through the historic heart of Santa Marta and discover its streets, traditional squares and colonial architecture. Learn about the development of the city while exploring one of Colombia’s nationally protected historic centers.
  6. 20m
    Visit the historic Cathedral Basilica in the center of Santa Marta. Admire its architecture and learn about its connection with the city and Simón Bolívar. Interior access should remain subject to religious services and local opening conditions. The cathedral itself is recognized as a national cultural heritage property.
  7. 15m
    Meet your private vehicle and return to Santa Marta Cruise Port. The tour concludes after approximately four hours.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

The driver will meet you in the Santa Marta Cruise Port with the sign with your name. Please inform about your pick up details in advance.

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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