Escape to Colorful Cartagena

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This Colombian getaway will take you to the fascinating city of Cartagena. You’ll discover the beautiful juxtaposition between the relaxed shores of the Caribbean and the colonial history of this unforgettable city.

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • The historic heart of Cartagena is the Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
    • Explore the maze of cobbled roads, lined with balconied houses and colonial arches.
    • Enjoy the laid-back, beach vibe just outside of this historic old walled city.
    • The 17th century Iglesia de San Pedro Claver is one of the most monumental ornately baroque churches.
    • Visit the Gold Museum and see all of the glittery artifacts representing the traditions of Colombia's past.

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    This Colombian getaway will take you to the fascinating city of Cartagena. You’ll discover the beautiful juxtaposition between the relaxed shores of the Caribbean and the colonial history of this unforgettable city.

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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start CityCartagena
End CityCartagena

Travel Themes

  • Cultural

Destinations

  • South America
  • Colombia

Attractions

  • Cartagena

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History

Trip includes

    • Round-trip economy class airfare to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
    • Round-trip airport transfers
    • 3 nights in Cartagena at the Hotel Capilla del Mar
    • Breakfast daily
    • City tour of Cartagena
    • Entrance to the Monastery of La Popa and the Convent of San Pedro

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Day 1: Welcome to Colombia!

Accommodation: Hotel Capilla del Mar

Welcome to Cartagena, the colonial jewel of Colombia! Upon arrival at Rafael Nunez International Airport, you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel, located in the modern Bocagrande district. As the hotel is located across the street from the beach, perhaps spend the rest of the day there, relaxing and enjoying the sunset.

Day 2: Cartagena City Tour

Cartagena has as many stories to tell as its streets in the old quarter has names, and today you will visit the highlights in “La Heroica” (the “Heroic City,” which was the name given to Cartagena during Colonial times).

Your tour of this UNESCO World Heritage ...

Day 3: Cartagena at Leisure

After breakfast, you have a full, free day at leisure to enjoy this colonial city. Cartagena was founded in 1533 by the Spaniard Pedro de Heredia, and since that time, has experienced a very interesting life – including a combination of gold-crafting Indigenous tribes...

Day 4: Depart Colombia

Your stay in Cartagena comes to an end today. At the appropriate time, you will be transferred from your hotel to the airport, for your onward flight.

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Last Updated: 8/2/2018

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