Cartagena Day Trip
Cartagena Day Trip
Having picked you up at 6 am from your hotel in Santa Marta, we'll set off on our journey to Cartagena de Indias. As we drive through the Colombian scenery, we'll have some breakfast. After around 3 hours 30 minutes on the road, we'll reach our destination. Welcome to Cartagena!
When we get there, we'll skirt the Caribbean Sea to explore the neighbourhoods of Laguito, Castillo Grande and Bocagrande. Did you know that the latter has long, white sandy beaches? At around 12 noon, we'll head to the Convent of Santa Cruz de la Popa, which is located atop a hill 485 feet (148 metres) above sea level. We'll head inside this building and admire its Spanish-style interior courtyards and the iconic Church of Candelaria.
We'll then return to the walled city to have lunch at the well-known "La Mulata" restaurant. For lunch, we'll have fish soup, coconut rice, tostones and salad. Afterwards, we'll head up to the San Felipe de Barajas Castle. This impressive fortress was built in 1657 and is one of the most recognisable symbols of the Spanish colonial period.
Afterwards, we'll stroll through the city centre's commercial district. As we stroll past the Colombian handicraft shops, we'll come to the Gold Museum. Let's head inside! Next, we'll pass by the Plaza de Bolivar and the Plaza de San Pedro, two of the liveliest spots in the city.
Finally, we'll make our way back to Santa Marta, where we'll arrive after 3 hours 30 minutes. We'll then accompany you back to your accommodation where we'll say our goodbyes.
More Information
Duration
12 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop off
Transport
English–speaking guide
Breakfast
Lunch at La Mulata
When to book?
You can book up until 4 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- The activity helps to promote peace.
- The activity helps vulnerable groups.
- The activity promotes local production.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- The activity helps the conservation of biodiversity.
- The indigenous community participates in the management of the activity.
- Printed material is avoided.
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Bessones Operacion Turistica
Corporate name: Bessones Tourism and Transportation LLC
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 3 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
