Half-Day Tour of Cartagena by Air-Conditioned Vehicles

In Cartagena

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Half-Day Tour of Cartagena by Air-Conditioned Vehicles
A 4-hour historical tour of the walled city, Bocagrande and Castillogrande, Gethsemane, Monastery "La Popa", Church San Pedro Claver, neighborhood of the mansions in Manga,  panoramical View of the fortress "San Felipe de Barajas", "Las Bóvedas", with walking tour through the old city... and much more spots. Departure daily and Schedule for pickup: 13:15 - Boquilla Hotels, Cabrero and Marbella 13:30 - 13:40 Pickup Old City and Getsemani Area 14:00 - 14:15 Hotels Bocagrande area
Free cancellation Pickup included

What's included

  • Pickup and Drop Off in Hotels Specific Areas
  • Transport by air-conditioned coach or minivan
  • Professional guide
  • Driver/guide

What's not included

  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Food and drinks
  • GRATUITIES

Itinerary

  1. Shared tour to visit in detail the principal sites of interest located in the old city of Cartagena. The tour starts at 2:00pm leaving the downtown area to go to Manga neighborhood, where you can appreciate the beautiful mansions built at the beginning of the XX Century. Then it continues on to the highest part of the city named "La Popa" where there is a convent dating to the beginning of the XVII Century and a nice panoramic view of the whole city (subject to availability). Admission included
  2. Immediately after, you will visit San Felipe de Barajas Fortress, which is considered the most important fortification in South America. You will also visit the mansions in the manga neighborhood of the 19th and 20th centuries, all full of eclectic architecture of European immigrants.
  3. Then the tour heads to the walled city where we take a walking tour, visiting the different squares of the city (Santo Domingo Square, Bolivar Square, Los Coches Square, Aduana Square, San Pedro Claver Square, Square of the Heroes of Cartagena, Clock Tower, View of the Bay "las animas"), and admiring the old colonial houses filled with history and legend.
  4. At the end, we take a tour by the modern part of Cartagena (Bocagrande, Laguito and Castillogrande) and a moment to shop for souvenirs in the handicraft market "Las Bovedas". Approximate time of the tour is 4 hours. Tour includes a bottle of water per person and entrances to the sites and attractions.
  5. Walking Tour for the most important squares of the old City. (30 min)
  6. Walking Tour in the Coolest and bohemian neighborhood of the city. Full of art and culture (30 min)

Practical information

Operated by
Sion Tours
Max group size
30 travellers
Travellers per booking
1–15
Languages
pt, en, it, fr, es
Confirmation
INSTANT

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available.

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

Important notes

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • The attraction named "La Popa" is subject to availability (it will be replaced with other monuments or attractions)

Frequently asked questions

The tour runs for around 4 hours. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.

What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.

We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.