Cartagena City Tour & Convento de la Popa (AM)

4.8 (124 reviews) Cartagena, Colombia
Duration4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 24 travelers

Overview

Our Share city tour is the only one in Cartagena that includes a guided visit to Monastery of la Candelaria located in the highest point of trhe city considered a natural balcony of Cartagena"If you come to Cartagena and do not visit Monastery of la Candelaria you can not say that you were in Cartagena"
There is no better way to enjoy the history and culture of a city than accompanied by a professional and fun bilingual tour guide available to provide you with comprehensive information about the city and with the ability to answer any questions you may have while on the tour.
We will talk not only about the history of Cartagena but also about our customs including music, gastronomy, sports, politics, economy, etc.
This experience included a guided visit to: San Felipe Fort and La Popa Convent.
Finally, guided tour of the jewelry factory (optional) so that you can learn about the history and manufacture of emerald in Colombia before returning to your hotel.

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • CONVENT ENTRANCE OF THE STERN
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • ENTRANCE TO THE STRONG OF SAN FELIPE
  • Lunch
  • Alcoholic Beverages

What to expect

  1. Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas
    45m · Admission ticket included
    It was erected with materials of the time, such as brick and rock, and its geographical location (San Lázaro hill) was due to a military strategy, 7 due to the excellent elevation of the land (forty meters above sea level) .8 Thanks to this considerable height, any movement of the enemy could be seen and, consequently, the reaction time was maximized before any invasion attempt.
  2. La Popa Convent
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Highest point in Cartagena where Monastery of la Candelaria is located
  3. Las Bovedas
    25m
    Also know as Dungeons, Residential building for soldiers nowadays the best mall in Colombia to buy handicrafts from the different regions.
    They also offer Emeralds in Gold and Sterling Silver
  4. Walled City of Cartagena
    20m
    It is the best of Cartagena, we walk approx 20 minutes to appreciate balconies, Churches, Squares, Narrow streets and the magic walls.
  5. Monumento a los Zapatos Viejos
    5m
    The most romantic monument in Cartagena de Indias
  6. 20m
    Jewelry Factory where you can appreciate the process of manufacturing jewelry in 18 karat gold or 925 sterling silver set with Colombian emeralds of the highest quality as well as the different types of emeralds according to their origin

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Nao Shopping Center, Carrera 2.
08:30

Meeting point

Santa Tereza Square
Pick up time: 08:20 p.m.

Meeting point

The vaults #3

Time: 8:10 Am

End point

Nao Shopping Center, Carrera 2.
08:30

End point

Santa Tereza Square
Pick up time: 08:20 p.m.

End point

The vaults #3

Time: 8:10 Am

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • 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.

Reviews

4.8 (124)

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