What to do and see in Cartagena, Bolivar Department: The Best Multi-day Tours

April 20, 2022 Veronika Gaddis

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. Do it yourself 11 days tour in Colombia (customizable)

Bogota, Colombia YourColombia
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This travel plan is designed for all those travelers looking for a greater autonomy and flexibility compared to a completely organized trip. Would you like to discover a new country, traveling with freedom? With us, THIS IS POSSIBLE! We offer you: the entire structure of the trip that includes accommodation in 3 or 4 stars hotels (depending on your budget) with breakfast included and all transfers (local flights and private land transportation). In addition, the presence of a private guide who will accompany you during your first days in Bogotá and surroundings to allow you to start your adventure in the best way in this magical destination (entrance fees during day 2 and day 3 are included). Are you looking for something special or different? We will be happy to create a tailor-made itinerary for you. We can create a customized tour for you, to accommodate to your availability, needs and desires.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Accommodation in Bogotá (2 nights), Accommodation in Salento (2 nights), Accommodation in Medellín (2 nights), Accommodation in Cartagena (2 nights), Accommodation in Santa Marta (2 nights), Lunch on the 2nd day (Guasca), Private transfers from/to all of the airports, Private transfers in Salento (day trip), in Medellín (day trip), in Santa Marta (day trip), Semi-Private transfer: Cartagena – Santa Marta, Tickets: Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá, Gold Museum, Monserrate, Excursions: Guasca and Zipaquirá (Day 2), Bogotá city tour (Day 3), Assistance during your trip – you will never be alone (English, Spanish, Italian)

Exclusions: Flight tickets (National/International), Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuity

Reviewed By WeakKneeTraveler

Went on this trip with Sergio. The itinerary was great and relaxed. Loved the colourful ceramic town. Excellent guide. Not boring at all.

2. 12-Day Bogotá, Medellín, Cartagena, Santa Marta and Eje Cafetero

Rebecca Adventure Travel

With this 12 day Colombia highlights tour you will get to know this beautiful neighbour of Ecuador. You will visit Bogota, the coffee region, the amazing Valle de Cocora, Medellin (the city of Pablo Escobar), Tayrona Park, and Cartagena. There is enough free time so you will have the flexibility to wander around by yourself as well. You will have private transportation, stay in beautiful hotels and haciendas (country houses). The tours are arranged tours with English speaking guides. This is an example program, you can always contact us with your wishes and we can customize the whole trip just for you.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Accommodation in double/single private room at standard tourist class hotels., Local naturalist guide (English & Spanish speaking), 24/7 assistance in English, Dutch and Spanish.

Exclusions: Optional activities, Personal travel & health insurance, Flights, Optional tips for the guide

Reviewed By mbennaton

We (my husband and I ) had an amazing time in the Galapagos Islands! We did this trip at the end of October 2020 after the stressful lockdown covid months, so we were looking forward to unwind and visit for the first time the enchanted islands as our vacation. The tours designed by Rebecca Adventure were perfect and customized to our taste and needs. We visited Santa Cruz and Isabela and it was perfect because there weren't many tourists at the time due to the pandemic. We were truly impressed with all the activities, the wildlife and the services provided by our tour guides. We got to see most of the land and marine fauna that we expected, including hammerhead sharks. It was without a doubt one of the most memorable trips of our lives. We highly recommend Rebecca Adventure as your tour agency for the Galapagos and Ecuador. Biosecurity measures were very well respected on the islands, so its safe to travel! If you're looking to come to Ecuador and the Galapagos this is the time, still less tourists, the wildlife is truly impressive and besides life is short, take risks and ENJOY IT!

3. Mompox must do overnight from Cartagena

Medellin City Services

Places:  mompox   Departures: 365 Days Of The Year, Daily Departures 7 Days A Week at 9:00 am *flexible start time, please inquire.   Duration: 2 days   Included: hotel pick up and drop off – hotel accommodation for 1 night in mompox - private car with bilingual driver and ac - traveler‘s insurance – workshops – local taxes - parking fees - fully narrated tour.   Not included: meals - beverages - tips to driver/guide

Inclusions: Overnight accommodation, Local taxes, Driver/guide, All activities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By kyongp542

Daniel, the guide, is knowledgeable. He hosted a tour of Communa 13 using a historic and ethnographic lens to illustrate socioeconomic evolutions. It was a deep education of a district I would have otherwise never had the opportunity to become acquainted

4. Colombia 10 nights 11 days: Cartagena, Medellin and Bogota

Medellin City Services

This phenomenal package brings the best of Colombia so you can admire in a bit over a week, with all accommodation included as well as day tours in every city. From arrival to departure, enjoy the best sceneries Colombia has to offer and interact with locals from every region: Breakfast x 11 Lunch x 1  2 nights accommodation with breakfast (double bed, mini bar, AC) Hotel...  Full day Cartagena City Tour  Full day Rosario Islands and Baru Tour  4 nights accommodation (double king size bed, mini bar, AC) Hotel Dorado...  Full day Medellin City Tour  Full day Guatape tour (entrance to Peñol rock included)  Full day coffee tour (lunch included)  2 nights accommodation with breakfast (double twin bed, mini bar) Hotel...  Full day Bogota City Tour  Full day Zipaquira salt cathedral and Villa de Leyva  Round private airport transportation in every city

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast

Exclusions: meals

Reviewed By kyongp542

Daniel, the guide, is knowledgeable. He hosted a tour of Communa 13 using a historic and ethnographic lens to illustrate socioeconomic evolutions. It was a deep education of a district I would have otherwise never had the opportunity to become acquainted

5. 10-Day Breathtaking Barichara & The Caribbean

BnB Colombia Tours (Santa Marta)

10 amazing days on a Private Tour of Colombia! Explore the most beautiful town in Colombia; Barichara along with magnificent waterfalls, tropical jungles, magical beaches, crystal clear oceans, an ancient city, a mud volcano, a day on the amazing Rosario Islands and of course Cartagena! This 10-day tour combines adventure, history, and more – it’s also simply the best way possible to spend your time in the spectacular country of Colombia!

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Airport Pickup and drop-off, Pickup and Drop-off from your accommodation, Transport in private air conditioned vehicle, 9x nights accommodation in double rooms in your choice of 3, 4, or 5-star hotels

Exclusions: Meals and drinks not mentioned in the plan, Experiences and transportation not mentioned in the plan, Personal expenses and tips

6. 8 Days Colombian Caribbean Express

BnB Colombia Tours (Santa Marta)

The Colombian Caribbean is like no where else in the world. It is famous for its temperate waters, white sandy beaches, giant palm trees and music. When combined this creates a magical Caribbean Vibe unlike anything you have experienced before. You’ll walk through the Caribbean jungle discovering hidden beaches and wildlife along the way; You’ll enjoy a tour of Minca, a coffee tour, a cocoa farm tour and a refreshing swim under a hidden waterfall in the mountains of the Sierra Nevada; You’ll enjoy a day on the Rosario islands, explore Cartagena by night, and have options to visit an indigenous village, rejuvenate your body in a Volcanic mud bath, cruise through mangroves in a canoe, and still have some free time to explore other hidden gems. In this express tour of the Colombian Caribbean you’ll find all of these experiences and so much more. This is the tour for you if you love the sun and the warmth of a Caribbean Summer, all year long!

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Airport Pickup and drop-off, Transport in private air conditioned vehicle, Bilingual Tour Guide, 7 nights accommodation in a double room in your choice of 3 star hotel

Exclusions: Meals and drinks not mentioned in the plan, Experiences and Transportation not mentioned in the plan, Personal expenses and tips, Travel Insurance

7. 5-Days Discovery at Cartagena Colombia

Signature Tours

Colombia is a breath-taking country, which is just being discovered by tourism and travellers. During this journey, you will experience the beauty of Colombian nature and culture. The itinerary takes you through different climates and landscapes ranging from the green highlands to the warm Caribbean coast. And everything is complemented by authentic encounters with hospitable Colombians. Beside the travel program you will always have the opportunity to take a relaxing break from everyday life in one of the cosy hotels.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, 4 Nights Accommodation at a 3* Hotel in Cartagena, Transfers with Spanish speaking drivers, Tours with Bilingual Guide i(English/Spanish), Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: International and Domestic Air Tickets, Early check-in and late check out, Beverages during meals unless specified., Tips, Personal Expenses or any extra.

8. 11 Day Hidden Treasures Colombia

Rebecca Adventure Travel

This tour will show you the highlights of the beautiful and diverse Colombia in just 11 days. You will see colorful cities, abundant nature and stunning beaches, which will leave you speechless. Once you set foot in this South American country, you will start to experience its rich culture and the warmth of its friendly people. Enjoy one of the most biodiverse countries in the world as you discover the hidden treasures of Colombia.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Transportation to the places indicated on the itinerary., Accommodation., Activities and entrance fees as per itinerary., Local English-speaking professional guides, specialists of each region., 24/7 assistance in English, Dutch and Spanish.

Exclusions: International flights., Food & drinks that are not mentioned in the itinerary., Personal expenses., Additional entrances not specified in the itinerary., Entrance fees to National Parks and individual tourism taxes (At the airports), Personal travel & health insurance., Tips, Additional expenses not indicated in the itinerary.

Reviewed By mbennaton

We (my husband and I ) had an amazing time in the Galapagos Islands! We did this trip at the end of October 2020 after the stressful lockdown covid months, so we were looking forward to unwind and visit for the first time the enchanted islands as our vacation. The tours designed by Rebecca Adventure were perfect and customized to our taste and needs. We visited Santa Cruz and Isabela and it was perfect because there weren't many tourists at the time due to the pandemic. We were truly impressed with all the activities, the wildlife and the services provided by our tour guides. We got to see most of the land and marine fauna that we expected, including hammerhead sharks. It was without a doubt one of the most memorable trips of our lives. We highly recommend Rebecca Adventure as your tour agency for the Galapagos and Ecuador. Biosecurity measures were very well respected on the islands, so its safe to travel! If you're looking to come to Ecuador and the Galapagos this is the time, still less tourists, the wildlife is truly impressive and besides life is short, take risks and ENJOY IT!

9. Magic Colombia - 11 days private tour: Vibrant cities, Andes and the Caribbean

Bogota, Colombia YourColombia

Colombia is an incredibly diverse country with a typical latin feeling. Vibrant cities, fantastic gastronomy, wonderful nature, friendly and helpful people everywhere, music, parties, beaches – are just a few of the things you can find in Colombia. Visit this unique place now! Tourists from all over the world are beginning to explore it so get on board! Your next destination is Colombia!

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Tickets: Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá, Gold Museum, Monserrate, El Peñol, Tayrona National Park, Lunch on the 2nd and 8th day (Guasca and Isla del Encanto), Assistance during your trip – you will never be alone (English, Spanish, Italian), Accommodation in Bogotá (2 nights), Accommodation in Cartagena (2 nights), Accommodation in Medellín (2 nights), Accommodation in Salento (2 nights), Accommodation in Santa Marta (2 nights), Private transfers from/to all of the airports, Private transfers (from/to the airports, Santa Marta – Tayrona National Park), Semi-Private transfer: Cartagena – Santa Marta, Excursions: Guasca and Zipaquirá (Day2), Bogotá city tour, Valle de Cocora, Coffee farm tour, Excursions: Medellín city tour, Guatapé and El Peñol tour, Dinner on the 1st and the 10th day (Bogotá and Santa Marta), Private bilingual guide during the whole tour (English and Spanish)

Exclusions: Flight tickets (National/International), Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuity

Reviewed By WeakKneeTraveler

Went on this trip with Sergio. The itinerary was great and relaxed. Loved the colourful ceramic town. Excellent guide. Not boring at all.

10. 10 Day Medellin, Pacific Coast and Cartagena

BnB Colombia Tours (Medellin)

The hottest tourist locations in Colombia… Medellín, The Pacific Coast and Cartagena! You’ll start your Colombian journey in Medellín, where you’ll enjoy the culture of the Paisa (the name given to those born here). You’ll love this city tour, filled with famous artwork, amazing graffiti in Comuna 13, cable cars, and a journey to the massive Guatape Rock. Here you’ll climb to the top for an amazing view, and have the opportunity for a boat cruise, a coffee tour, or even a helicopter flight overlooking this magnificent area. Next, you’ll discover the untouched beauty of the Colombian Pacific Coast; with whale watching, beautiful beaches, and thermal pools. Finally, Cartagena will be waiting to show you the beauty of this ancient city, along with a day on a Tropical Island and the unbelievable experience of a mud bath in a Volcano!

Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Private Bilingual Guide, Entrance fees, 7x nights in a double room in your choice of 3, 4 or 5-star hotels.

Exclusions: Meals and drinks not mentioned in the plan, Experiences and Transportation not mentioned in the plan, Personal expenses and tips

Reviewed By patriciafO3202MP

The best part of the trip was our Tour Guide Erika. She make all the stops possible and make sure we felt comfortable and happy with our tour. The places er visit where beautiful and we knew the full history behind it in our own language. The day was amazing and Medellin is beautiful.. 100% rating for bnb Colombia tours for their prices and for having such of great tour guide. Patricia

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