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Top 10 Sightseeing Tours in Cartagena, Bolivar Department
Cartagena, a gorgeous fishing village on Colombia's Caribbean coast, has excellent beaches, a historic old town (that's entirely walkable) and beautiful colonial architecture. It's also one of the safest places in the country, so it's no wonder it's a popular port of call for cruise ships. Need a break from exploring the cobblestone streets? Stop at an outdoor cafe for excellent pastries and people-watching.
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1. Private Sightseeing Photo Tour in Cartagena
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Take amazing pictures while sightseeing in Cartagena with our professional photographer and guide. Whether you're a newbie or experienced photographer with any skill or camera type, If you never used the manual mode on your camera and want to learn about taking professional photographs, our photographer will give you useful information to capture everlasting memories while exploring the iconic spots of the walled city and Getsemani
Inclusions: Professional photographer guide, Hotel pickup, Bottled water
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By ingvardrago
Great service. Good communication. On time even with very last minute changes. Very reasonably priced. Ended up using them several times during the trip. Cannot ask for much more than that!
2. Cartagena Walking Tour
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
This tour will take you to the most important streets, squares, churches, coffee, restaurants, and the best places of interest in Cartagena. We know all stories about pirates, legends and history of this magical city.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Local tour guide, Private tour
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By quintashiap
Such a great time take advantage of the island tour very nice. They treated us so well. We even was able to use WiFi although we where not part of the hotel. Very pleased with the entire experience
3. The Great Battle: Fort of San Felipe: Resistance and Glory
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Relive the incredible battle of Vernón, in this experiential tour of the San Felipe Castle, formerly called Fort of San Lázaro, by the hand of Carlos Desnaux, the military engineer who worked with the famous" Anka Motz ", Admiral Blas of Lezo.
Inclusions: All chapters with offline use, maps and tips to explore Cartagena
Exclusions: Snacks, Smartphone and headsets
Reviewed By Davidthetraveler123
This was a very nice experience, the background music was nice, the description of the events seems very well informed and the speaker speech it's easy to understand and fun to listen. I have been to the castle before but this time I felt I was with a private tour guide and I was able to take my own time without feeling rushed.
4. Graffiti Tour in Getsemani Cartagena
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Let our guide take you to some of the main spots along Getsemani neighborhood and discover one of art’s numerous ways of expression: muralism and graffiti. Walk for 3 hours and enjoy this local experience of colorful streets and warm people. Learn about urban art and how important it became for Latin-American countries to make statements and show their thoughts through it Enjoy some traditional snacks and adventure yourself to see all of the contrasts of the city. • A quick but informative lesson about Colombian graffiti art and its cultural and political importance • A typical snack in a local stand in the neighborhood • Walking along colorful houses in the bohemian Getsemaní neighborhood • The chance to meet more travelers • Wider perspectives of the city through urban expression
Inclusions: Gran Colombia Tours Guide, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, All Risk Insurance
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By Sharonmora16
The tour guide has great knowledge of his country and its cities, so you'll have a great time absorbing information like all the facts about the history of structures of the palace of the inquisition or the walled city of Cartagena and its surroundings. Also with Gran Colombia Tours, I spent spectacular time watching the san Felipe Castle on its inside and exterio.
5. Full Day Boat Rental with Captain in Cartagena
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Enjoy the best experience in our private boats in the company of family or friends, the boat is yours during the day, you can set sail at the time of your preference, you must arrive at 5:00 pm approx, visit the places that you like the most, You can swim in the crystalline sea, the tour is up to you or we can recommend the best tour, you can have lunch on the island of your preference or simply rest a little on one of them, if you want to party we also have the best plan for friends or farewell single
Inclusions: Ice and waters, All Fees and Taxes, Captain and crew member, Fuel
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Reviewed By laurajeans2013
Recently my Colombian boyfriend and two other couples took a private day trip of the Rosario Islands, Isla Cholon, and Barú. The boat is very clean and wonderfully spacious. The crew was amazing, catering to providing ice, filing our drinks, taking us to really special and private places around the islands, and always wearing a smile! They helped with lunch and the best part: you can hook up your music to the awesome sound system on board. I highly recommend this company as they were safe, responsible, and enjoyable! It was such a wonderful experience we booked the same pilot two days late for another trip to the islands!!!!
6. Totumo volcano tour + snack
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Get to know an exotic and special experience that will take you to immerse yourself in the totumo mud volcano near Cartagena. You will enjoy a massage, a mud bath and you will relax with the benefits of this mineral.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Snacks, Travel insurance, All Fees and Taxes, Bilingual guide, Massage inside the volcano, photography service, and bath in the totumo lagoon with the natives
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By micahnicole
Niko took very good care of the group. He was kind and informative. The beach beds at Mambo were really nice and shaded. The water and beach were great. Fernando was an excellent driver.
7. Gabriel García Márquez Literature Tour in Cartagena De Indias
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4.9 based on 23 reviews
Visiting the imaginary places invented by Gabriel García Márquez, as well as the real scenarios of novels like 'Love in the times of cholera', it will be possible to see now thanks to this tour, Let's know Cartagena through the life and work of the most important writer born in Colombia, the Magical Realism Nobel-Prize. This wonderful tour is done only in the afternoon starting at 3 pm. Meeting point in the old city; at the reception of The Navy Museum.
Inclusions: Gratuities, Bottled water, Beverages, All activities, Professional guide, Private tour
Exclusions: Excess luggage charges (where applicable), Airport/Departure Tax
Reviewed By meems0465
Duran took us on a walking tour around Cartagena and was excellent! We learned so much from him! He knows everything about the history and the city! He also took us to the monastery for a amazing views and even more knowledge. He is knowledgeable, friendly, funny, and just absolutely delightful! Highly recommend to anyone who really wants to gain a complete knowledge of the area! We feel so lucky we found Duran!
8. Cartagena Private Shore Excursion for cruise passengers
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4.9 based on 11 reviews
See all the sites of Cartagena on this private shore excursion trip! The tour starts by driving you around the Manga neighborhood for approximately 20 minutes. Then head to San Felipe Fortress and visit the walled city for an unique experience.
Inclusions: Transport by private vehicle, Fuel surcharge, Professional guide, Private tour, Light refreshments
Exclusions: Drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By ingvardrago
Great service. Good communication. On time even with very last minute changes. Very reasonably priced. Ended up using them several times during the trip. Cannot ask for much more than that!
9. Sibarita Master 85' luxury 90 min Sunset Tour Open Bar
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4.9 based on 21 reviews
Cruise 1,5-hour through the peaceful waters of Cartagena's Bay while enjoying the beautiful sunset, magnificent skyline and the colonial city views in the comfort of the Sibarita Master and the excellent service on board. Enjoy the unlimited drinks: rum and coke, rum punch, Beer, Wine, lemonade, and sodas.
Inclusions: Unlimited drinks (rum and coke, rum punch, Beer, Wine, Lemonade, and sodas)
Exclusions: Hotel Pick-Up Drop-off., The listed price does not include a $3 per person Dock tax, payable at the time of tour check-in. The departure tax is required by our local supplier and/or the local transit or governing authority and is not within our control., Food and drinks, unless specified (available for purchase), Guide
Reviewed By 66carterv
This is an incredible excursion to go on if you are visiting Cartagena and want to see the beautiful coastline during sunset. The staff was extremely welcoming and helpful and served good drinks. Would go again!
10. Cartagena In Kayak
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4.9 based on 8 reviews
This city tour is designed for you to live the experience of knowing Cartagena de Indias from the Caribbean on board a kayak discovering magical places of the city, you will navigate through the pier the Pegasos from where you will have a unique view of the Clock Tower, the camellon of the Martyrs and the Convention Center, after crossing the Roman bridge you will enjoy the lagoon of San Lázaro and its mangroves that extend along the only portion of the wall over the sea until you reach the island of birds, an island of mangrove, inhabited by countless birds that accompany our passage with their melodious songs.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Use of sea kayak and accesories, Personal insurance, Guide
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Reviewed By Paul R
Wonderful kayak across the sea. From hopping out of the taxi and immediately noticing the orange tent where we were to meet. Very thorough run through of the gear and kayaks and once we hit the water it was smooth sailing! Big thanks to the team for a great few hours
