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Explore Cartagena, a vibrant city where colonial wonders, Colombian culture, and Caribbean flair combine!
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Price per person, Double Occupancy in a Superior Double Room,* based on 07 Jul, 2026 Departure
Explore the ins and outs of the cultural heart of Colombia with this tour of Cartagena! See all the wonders this beautiful coastal city has to offer, with its breathtaking beaches, magnificent coastlines, vibrant neighborhoods, delicious cuisine, cobblestone streets, and colonial wonders. Discover the old city walls and fortresses that look like something straight out of a fairytale! Choose to visit the Rosario Islands, book a coffee-tasting adventure to taste some of the best coffee in the world, or explore the fascinating neighborhoods of Bocagrande and the Old Town. Wherever you go, you will be mesmerized by the beauty and magic of Cartagena!
Independent tour with Standard Category Hotel
Make your way to your gateway airport for your flight to Colombia. Enjoy in-flight meals and services. Upon arrival at the Cartagena Rafael Núñez International Airport, make your own way to your hotel.
Overnight in Cartagena
Enjoy your days at leisure discovering what this wonderful colonial city has to offer. In Cartagena de Indias, colonial chic meets Caribbean flair. Old city walls and fortresses mix with gold treasures, pirates, cobbled alleys, green plazas, and painted facades that will take you away straight into the novels of Gabriel Garcia Marquez. This perfectly restored historic town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, can be explored by foot, horse carriage, or bicycle — in any case slowly and delightfully. Explore the historic city walls gazing over the sea of terracotta roofs and the Caribbean Sea. The nearby Rosario Islands seem to come straight from a postcard. Its white sandy beaches and the crystal-clear Caribbean Sea offer the picture-perfect backdrop to unwind and relax. We recommend pre-booking an optional tour.
Overnight in Cartagena
Enjoy your days at leisure discovering what this wonderful colonial city has to offer. In Cartagena de Indias, colonial chic meets Caribbean flair. Old city walls and fortresses mix with gold treasures, pirates, cobbled alleys, green plazas, and painted facades that will take you away straight into the novels of Gabriel Garcia Marquez. This perfectly restored historic town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, can be explored by foot, horse carriage, or bicycle — in any case slowly and delightfully. Explore the historic city walls gazing over the sea of terracotta roofs and the Caribbean Sea. The nearby Rosario Islands seem to come straight from a postcard. Its white sandy beaches and the crystal-clear Caribbean Sea offer the picture-perfect backdrop to unwind and relax. We recommend pre-booking an optional tour.
Overnight in Cartagena
Find your own way to Cartagena International Airport for your flight onward.
Optional: Rum Tasting with Chocolat in Getsemaní: USD 160, min 1 paxTour duration: 1 hour approx.
The Spaniards transformed America by bringing new goods and customs to the continent. On the other hand, we Americans took many of them and transformed them, to create an identity and product of our own. This is the case of sugar cane, which was taken to another level, and today is the base of one of the most exquisite drinks in the world. Venture into a fun world learning about the Caribbean's most famous drink, RUM. We pick you up from your hotel and start our tour walking to the picturesque neighborhood of Getsemani. In the Bar El Arsenal we meet with Abraham Dau, who owns the most complete collection of Colombian rums in the country, and is considered one of the best 5 mixologists in Colombia. On this journey of flavors we will try 8 different Colombian rums, cataloged as the best in the world - some as shots, others we sip, and others in cocktails. This whole explosion of flavors is accompanied by the best Colombian chocolate; a combination that you will surely never forget.
Includes: walking transfer hotel-bar-hotel (hotels located in the Historical Center or Getsemaní), welcome cocktail, 8 Colombian rum drinks, ES/EN mixologist and full availability of the place, water, taxes.
Duration: approximately 4 hours
The Volcano of Totumo is a real natural spa! Outside of Cartagena on the way to Barranquilla near the fresh water lagoon El Totumo we have the opportunity to hop into the warm mud pool of the cone shaped volcano - a muddy pleasure! Although the crater is 500 meters deep, you won't sink into the thick mud but instead will enjoy the impact of the rich mud on your skin and well-being. Opt for a massage in the mud pool by the local women and a good rinse afterwards (not included)!
Bocagrande Beach - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Plaza Bocagrande Commercial Center - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Hospital Naval de Cartagena - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Rio Cartagena Casino - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Castillo Grande Beach - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Castillo Grande Beach Plaza - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Alcaldia (City Hall) Cartagena - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Caribbean Naval Museum - 2 km / 1.2 mi
Los Pegasos Dock - 2 km / 1.3 mi
San Pedro - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Parque de La Marina - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Puerta del Reloj - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
El Laguito Beach - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Naval Museum Cartagena - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Plaza de San Pedro Claver - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
The preferred airport for GIO Hotel Cartagena Tama is Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) - 7.3 km / 4.5 mi
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