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Activity Cartagena, Colombia

GOD -1 CARTAGENA HISTORY AND FOLKLORE Shore excursions

3.0 (2 reviews) 3–4 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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GOD -1 CARTAGENA HISTORY AND FOLKLORE Shore excursions

About this activity

It is the must-take excursion for all visitors to the city of Cartagena. This fascinating excursion will allow you to see today’s makeup of Cartagena. This tour takes you around different areas in the modern new sectors of Bocagrande, and the stately neighborhood of Manga.

You will also visit the biggest and most important fortification built in America by Spain, and that is “San Felipe de Barajas” Fortress

Additionaly, there will be a folkloric dance show for you to enjoy.

you will visit the just outside-the-wall neighborhood of El Cabrero before entering the walled city. Then comes the first stop at “Las Bovedas”

You visit the magical Old City

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At a glance

Duration
3–4 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English, Spanish
Operated by
Caribbean D

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–10 years) · Youth (11–18 years) · Adults (19–49 years) · Seniors (50–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: • Walking tour of the magical old city
  • Included: Alcoholic beverages: A bottle of water or a cold beer, you can choose betwen this options
  • Included: • Time for shopping
  • Included: • Visit “San Felipe de Barajas” Fortress
  • Included: • Folkloric dance show for you to enjoy
  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Included: Bottled water: one by person
  • Included: • Visit at Las Bovedas
  • Included: • Refreshments
  • Included: • Visit to the gold museum

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas

    50 min Admission included

    You will also visit the biggest and most important fortification built in America by Spain, and that is “San Felipe de Barajas” Fortress where you will see how one-eyed, one-armed and one-legged Don Blas de Lezo still jealously keeps a close watch on the imposing fortress. Additionaly, there will be a folkloric dance show for you to enjoy.

  2. Museo del Oro Zenu

    20 min Admission included

    It contains the Zenú culture. Through its different rooms the visitor will be able to appreciate the manifestations of this indigenous group.

    On Mondays is closed.

  3. Las Bovedas

    25 min Admission included

    “Las Bovedas” or Cartagena’s former Barracks for its troops and last military construction built by the Spanish. It is now the market of the gorgeous handicrafts produced in Colombia plus the world’s finest emeralds on display.

  4. Walled City of Cartagena

    45 min Admission included

    • Walking tour of the magical old city

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Hotel Boutique At The Park
  • Hotel-Hostal Santo Domingo
  • Hotel Casa Del Gobernador
  • Casa de Alba Hotel Boutique
  • Hotel Casa de las Palmas
  • Hotel Boutique Casa del Coliseo
  • Hotel Casa del Curato
  • Casa El Carretero
  • San Pedro Hotel Spa
  • Hotel Dorado Plaza Calle Del Arsenal
  • Casa Santa Ana Hotel Boutique Spa
  • Urbanreal Hotel Puerta del Reloj

and 81 more pickup points

Meeting point for passangers arrving in Cruise Ships : You need to walk like 700 feet from cruise ( or take the shuttle bus) and we will be there for you with the sign with your name

8am, 8 y 30 am, 9 am Monday to Sunday

Using your ticket

Meeting Point Options: Hotel , Cruise Ship Port: You need to walk like 700 feet from cruise ( or take the shuttle bus) and we will be there for you with the sign with your name

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Options

  • Private option

    Private

    Pickup included

  • Regular option

    Small group tours

    Pickup included

Traveller ratings

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GOD -1 CARTAGENA HISTORY AND FOLKLORE Shore excursions

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