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Discover Cartagena's highlights and hidden secrets in a fun environment on a small-group bike tour. This excursion is perfect for travelers who appreciate good storytelling. In addition to illuminating Cartagena’s rich history, your local guide will also present their family’s historical impact on the city. The extensive itinerary includes stops at Plaza Santo Domingo, Plaza de San Diego, and Barrio Getsemani.

Enjoy a fascinating 4-hour exploration of Cartagena’s top attractions during this shore excursion designed with cruise ship passengers in mind. Join a local guide to check out Cartagena sights including the striking architecture in the Manga neighborhood and see the colonial San Felipe Fortress. You’ll also have shopping time at Las Bovedas, take a walking tour of the old city and learn about Colombia’s emerald industry at the Emerald Museum. This shore excursion also covers transport by air-conditioned vehicle, bottled water and entrance at the monastery and the Saint Peter Claver Church and Museum.

Make your own emerald jewelry at a 3-hour class at Cartagena’s Caribe Jewelry and Emerald Museum. You’ll work with Colombian emeralds and sterling silver wire, making four projects: a ring, earrings, a pendent, and a bracelet. At the end of the class, choose one piece to take home, with the option to purchase your other projects at the cost of materials. This 3-hour Cartagena jewelry-making class includes pickup and drop-off in the city, with both morning and afternoon classes available.

Absorb the color and charisma of Cartagena on a half-day tour of the UNESCO-listed Colombian city. In a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, you’ll admire the beautiful mansions of Manga and ascend to La Popa (temporarily unavailable) – the city’s highest point – for spectacular views. Enter the magnificent San Felipe de Bajaras Castle, absorb the Caribbean spirit of Santo Domingo Square and browse artisan market, Las Bovedas, for unique souvenirs. Refreshments and round-trip transport from your Cartagena hotel is included.

Take a 2-hour cruise along the tranquil waters of Cartagena Bay and escape the crowds on lands. While taking in the views of the city's colorful colonial architecture from the boat, you can enjoy a 4-course dinner and half a bottle of wine per person. If you don't want to eat, you can simply book the cruise alone.

Explore the coastline beyond Cartagena with this full-day private boat tour. Leave the navigating to your private guide and admire views during the journey to the Rosario Islands. Visit Cholon and Baru islands for sunbathing and swimming. Return to Cartagena at day's end. You'll depart from a private marina, avoiding the crowds of the public dock.

Take a day trip out of Cartagena and leave the planning and driving to your guide on this excursion to Playa Blanca beach on Baru Island. Travel comfortably on an air-conditioned bus and spend the day soaking up the sun on the white-sand beach and swimming in crystal-clear water. Afterward, explore the neighboring fishing villages and residential areas before returning to Cartagena.

Enjoy some fun in the sun during this full-day excursion from Cartagena to the lovely Playa Blanca beach on Baru Island. Journey outside of the city to reach this paradise of white-sand beaches and crystal-clear waters, spending the day sunbathing, swimming, and relaxing amidst the magnificent tropical scenery. Enjoy an included lunch of Colombian specialties (if option selected), tropical fruit and water, a professional tour guide and transport via an air-conditioned coach.

When your cruise ships drops anchor in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city of Cartagena, don’t waste a minute of sightseeing time on a shore excursion that’s ideal for visitors with limited time. Convenient port pickup and drop-off are included, and you’ll travel in air-conditioned comfort between top Cartagena attractions in Old Town Cartagena, without getting lost or having to navigate unfamiliar public transport systems.

Dive deep into the history of Cartagena's Walled City with Part I of an offline audio tour. Downloaded straight onto your smartphone, this self-guided experience is perfect for independent travelers who like to sightsee at their own pace. Through immersive audio commentary, you’ll travel hundreds of years into the past to the days of colonial Colombia. Highlights include la Serrezuela, San Felipe de Barajas Castle, Las Bovedas, and Our Lady of Mercy Church.

Eat your way through Cartagena's hidden corners like a true Cartagenero on a private street food walking tour. This epicurean excursion is perfect for travelers who want to truly experience authentic Colombian cuisine. As you chew your way through the city’s many street food stalls, you’ll learn about the history and culture behind each dish. Culinary highlights include arepa de huevo, coctel de camaron, caimito, and guama.

Getsemani is the symbol of the Cartagena rebellion, it was the place where the independence movement of this city was conceived. Part of that history as well as some customs are represented in graffiti as a symbol of art and expression. On this tour we will get to know in depth the history, architecture and characteristic places of this neighborhood. The decoration of some streets and houses, as well as its people and daily life are attractions of this colonial neighborhood. All the time you will be accompanied by a guide who will provide you with all the information and answer all your questions.

Experience the idyllic splendor of Playa Blanca and Barú with a full-day package that combines round-trip transport from Cartagena and lunch. After a short drive from Cartagena, arrive on the pristine sands of Playa Blanca and recline in a hammock or sun lounger at a local hotel. Refresh with a dip in the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean Sea and then revitalize with lunch and a soft drink around midday. Your day will conclude with drop-off back in Cartagena.

This tour can be done independently of the self-guided tour to Cartagena Fortress: The Rise of the Wall Part I. The voice of Antonio Arévalo, one of the builders of the fortress, is your narrator on this special audio walk. He embarks on a journey back in time to show you the walls of Cartagena, with special commentary on the engineering marvels that were designed to protect the city from pirate attacks. Your tour begins just outside the Bovedas, where you'll learn how they were used as Republican prisons in colonial times and now serve as an exhibition space and selling point for handicrafts from all over Colombia. You will walk on the wall and discover the Santa Clara bastion and see the house of Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Your narrator will ask you questions along the way and make everything you learn about the architectural elements entertaining and exciting. You will hear the poem by Daniel Lemaitre that inspired the monument that you can see from this place.

Discover Cartagena from the inside out! Explore the living essence of the Walled City on a guided tour combining history, culture and local life. Accompanied by our professional wireless audio system, you will hear every detail clearly while enjoying the freedom to walk and take photos at your own pace. Immerse yourself in the stories that made Cartagena the most fortified city in Latin America: the pirate attacks, the secrets of its colonial architecture and the deep Afro-Caribbean footprint that defines its identity. Our guide Beyond will take you through the most iconic places — the Clock Tower, Customs Square, Bolivar Square, the Palace of the Inquisition, San Pedro Claver and the walls — sharing anecdotes that connect the past with the current energy of the city. This is the perfect tour to start your journey in Cartagena: authentic, deep and with an immersive audio experience that makes a difference.

Discover a different side of Cartagena on a private half-day tour. This excursion is perfect for curious travelers seeking an authentic cultural experience. The adventure begins at Bazurto, a bustling market where you'll immerse in the city's vibrant culture, tasting fresh foods and interacting with friendly locals. Then, ascend to La Popa, an often-overlooked hilltop convent offering outstanding panoramic views of Cartagena.

Your tour begins at the port, where your local guide will greet you and lead you on a fascinating historical journey through Cartagena. Explore the city’s vibrant past, including gripping pirate tales, enemy attacks, and its heroic struggle for independence. Enjoy a photo stop at the iconic Castillo San Felipe de Barajas, widely regarded as the most impressive fortress built by the Spanish in their colonies. This site is rich with secret tunnels and hidden chambers waiting to be discovered. Next, visit Las Bóvedas, a historic site that once served as a colonial prison and now houses unique souvenir shops. From there, embark on a walking tour to explore Cartagena’s main plazas and landmarks, each brimming with its own distinct charm and history. The tour concludes at San Pedro Claver Square, where you’ll have 30 minutes of free time for shopping. Your guide will provide a meeting point and time for your return to the cruise ship terminal.

Set out on a 2-hour guided walking tour of Cartagena, Colombia's stunning seaside city. Take in the the colonial architecture of Old Town, here the stories behind buildings like the Cathedral of Cartagena and San Pedro Church, and learn about local culture along the way.

Join a private guide for a personalized tour of Convento de la Popa and San Felipe de Barajas Castle. A flexible departure time and door-to-door transport means the tour is tailored to your schedule — not the other way around — and you'll enjoy the freedom to explore each destination at your own pace.

The mud baths at Volcan de Lodo El Totumo are a popular day trip from Cartagena, known for their rejuvenating properties. Booking a tour makes it easy to visit the baths without planning your time, researching costs, or figuring out transportation for the 45-minute drive. Plus, this tour includes a stop at the Caribbean beach Manzanillo del Mar and a typical Colombian-style lunch for a relaxing tour at great value.

Our tour is complete to visit the city, it will help you understand the history in 2 hours, and you will get to know almost all the important places around the historic center.

Avoid stress and hassle on the day of your departure from Cartagena with a private airport departure transfer. Travel directly from your hotel to Rafael Nunez International Airport, arriving well in advance of your flight. The private transfer coincides with your departure flight, and is available seven days a week, 24 hours a day.

Experience Cartagena's vibrant culture with a salsa tour that includes dance lessons and entry to one of the city's top salsa bars. Learn basic salsa steps and practice them at live music venues with welcome drinks included. Get a lively introduction to Cartagena's music scene and nightlife as you combine salsa dance lessons with venturing out to see live salsa music in one tour.

Explore Cartagena beyond its historic center with a jet ski rental. Zip around Cartagena Bay and take in the views of Laguito, Tierra Bomba Island, and the Castillo Grande beaches. Get tips on where to go from an instructor and about other watersports including windsurfing and paddleboarding. After your ride, relax with a drink at the beach bar.