Colombia · City Tours

4-Hour Private Cartagena City Tour with La Popa and San Felipe

4 Hours Round trip from Cartagena Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Guided visit to La Popa Monastery with spectacular 360º panoramic views of Cartagena
02 Photo stop at San Felipe Fortress to learn about this spectacular military construction
03 Walking tour through the narrow streets of the old walled city
04 See well-preserved facades, overhanging balconies, and the local handicraft market at the Dungeons

Explore the magical city of Cartagena on Colombia's northwestern coast with a local tour guide for an authentic experience. Discover the old walled city and the modern area, enjoy a walking tour along the narrow streets of the local art neighborhood of Getsemaní, and visit La Popa Monastery for the highest point and best 360º panoramic view of Cartagena. You will also stop for a drink at a nice harbor restaurant or in the Old City section.

This spectacular fortress was built in the late 17th century to guard and protect the city from invasions and is a great example of Spanish military architecture.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Cartagena

Languages English, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Cartagena Highlights and Old City Walk

Pick-up from the port or hotel by your Cartagena tour guide.
Drive to the Monastery of Our Lady of the Candle, the highest point offering the best panoramic view of the town.
Embark on a guided visit to the monastery, built by Augustinian monks during the early 17th century.
Drive to the San Felipe Fortress. This spectacular fortress was built in the late 17th century to guard and protect the city from invasions and is a great example of Spanish military architecture.
Proceed towards the Old City and stop to see the old dungeons on the way.
Explore the wonderfully well-preserved old town, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Discover Plaza Simon Bolivar, churches, squares, and streets.
Learn about the architecture, history, and local life of the people of Cartagena.
Enjoy a panoramic view of Bocagrande.
Drop-off at the port or hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Cartagena 1 city · 4 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Full air-conditioned private transportation
Services of a Cartagena tour guide
A bottle of water for each member of the group
Entrance fees to the monastery
Specialized staff service at the main port, if necessary.

What's Not Included

Lunch
Personal shopping

What to bring

Comfortable clothes. Cartagena is hot and humid.

Know before you go

All tours are tailor-made for your special needs. Please let the guide know which highlights you are interested in, and he will personally customize the tour for you.
Please provide details of the time and hotel address when booking the tour.
Check the map if you are onboard a cruise ship. The guide's staff will be holding a sign or placard with your name and waiting for you at the port.

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