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A Colonial Caribbean City

Colombia in 5 Days, 4 Nights in Destination

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The perfect sunny city escape. Immerse yourself in history and culture in this 16th century founded city, famed for its colonial buildings, squares and cobblestone streets.

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  1. All flights

  2. Accommodation

  3. All transfers

  4. Activities

  5. Breakfast only

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  1. Departures available until July 2025

  2. Available Group tours

  3. Solo travelers from + $240

  4. Add up to 5 nights to your stay

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Accommodation: 4 Nights

Itinerary

Explore the vivid culture of Cartagena de Indias, from the colorful facades of the colonial buildings in the walled city to the turquoise waters of the Caribbean ocean. Learn the history of the city while you immerse yourself in the local culture.

1st Day: US - Cartagena
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Ready to experience the colorful culture of Cartagena? Head to your departure airport to catch your flight*. Touch down in Cartagena and transfer to the hotel. The city sits on the Caribbean coast and is one of the main ports in Colombia. Overnight stay in Cartagena.

*If your inbound flight departs in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Barlovento or similar
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2nd Day: Cartagena
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Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy your morning at leisure in this colorful city. In the afternoon, get to know the colonial past and colourful present of the city. Start with a panoramic tour of the main neighborhoods of the city: Bocagrande, Castillogrande and Manga. Following this, enter the Castillo de San Felipe where you will encounter one of the most important military engineering constructions in colonial times. Next, visit the emblematic Church of San Pedro Claver that dates back to the 1600s. End of the tour with a walk through the stunning colonial walled city where you can admire its beautiful squares, narrow streets and houses with their balconies magnificently decorated with flowers. Overnight stay in Cartagena.

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ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Barlovento or similar
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Activities

included
Tour of Cartagena

Moderate

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3rd Day: Cartagena
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Breakfast at the hotel. Today you have the day at your leisure*. It's a vibrant city with a plethora of quirky bars and eateries, colorful streets and leafy plazas, perfect for exploring! We recommend visiting the various plazas within the walled city, doing a spot of shopping in the independent boutiques and watching the sunset from an ocean-side bar with a tropical cocktail. Overnight stay in Cartagena.

*Optional Full-day Islas del Rosario Tour with Lunch: Enjoy a tour of the stunning Rosario islands in the middle of the turquoise Caribbean ocean. Self-transfer to the port to catch your speed boat over to the Rosario Islands National Park. During the boat ride appreciate the beautiful Bay of Cartagenaand Boca Chica, where the San Fernando and San José forts are located. Once you arrive you have the day to enjoy the beach, soak in the sunshine, have a swim in the wonderful waters and then savor a typical lunch (included). Transfer back to Cartagena at the indicated time.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Barlovento or similar
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838 Reviews

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Activities

Optional
Full day Islas del Rosario en San Pedro de Majagua con almuerzo

Moderate

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4th Day: Cartagena
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Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the day at your leisure in the vibrant Caribbean city. Perhaps you'll head down to the beach for a lazy afternoon or enjoy a Colombian coffee in one of the lively plazas. Overnight stay in Cartagena.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Barlovento or similar
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838 Reviews

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5th Day: Cartagena - US
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Breakfast* at the hotel. Sadly it's time to bid farewell to Cartagena. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight back to the US. Arrive in the US and end your trip.

*Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.

Included activities

Included
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Passengers are only picked up at hotels in Bocagrande, Laguito and Centro Historico. Bring sunscreen, comfortable shoes, sunglasses, sun hat and clothing suitable for warm weather. The tour may vary due to museum closures.

Tour of Cartagena

Included activity for day 2 in Cartagena de Indias

You will take a panoramic tour through the main neighbourhoods of the city: Bocagrande, Castillo Grande and Manga until you reach and enter the Castillo de San Felipe.

Duration 04:00h Approx. Pick up time: 13:15 Approx

Physical rating:

Moderate

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Available Activities

Activities are subject to availability. The price for each optional activity will be shown in the next step of the booking process.
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Es opcional tomar el transporte en lancha para visitar el acuario San Martín de Pajares, aclarando que el valor del ingreso es pago directo, no incluido. El acuario San Martín de Pajares cierra los lunes. Los martes cuando el lunes anterior es festiv

Full day Islas del Rosario en San Pedro de Majagua con almuerzo

Suggested activity for day 3 in Islas del Rosario

En la mañana traslado por cuenta propia del hotel hasta el muelle para embarcar en una lancha rápida en servicio compartido con destino al Parque Natural Nacional de las islas del Rosario, durante la navegación apreciaremos la Bahía de Cartagena y Boca chi

Duration 08:00h Approx. Pick up time: 08:00 Approx

Physical rating:

Moderate

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The price includes

  • Included in all our trips. more information
  • Departures from main US airports.
  • International flights: US - Cartagena - US.
  • 4 nights accommodation in Charm category hotels.
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  • 4 breakfasts.
  • Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles.*
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  • Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary with an English/Spanish speaking guide.
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  • All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
*The cancellation policy applicable is according to the Terms and Conditions available and agreed at the time of your purchase

Not included

Entrances, drinks, tips and any other services not mentioned in what's included.

* Please note: transfers are with a Spanish-speaking driver.

  • Entry requirements

    Your passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of entry into Colombia.

  • Visa

    US Passport holders can enter Colombia for up to 90 days as a visitor without a visa.

  • Currency

    Colombian Peso.

  • Language

    Spanish.

  • Electricity

    110 V, 60 Hz.

  • Health

    Please consult your doctor regarding the vaccination against yellow fever and malaria prophylaxis. Travellers over 60 years must consult their doctor as the Yellow Fever vaccine can have serious side effects.

  • Time zone

    GMT - 05:00.

  • Tourist Office website

    http://www.colombia.co/en/

Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.

Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same, or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.

In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or cancelled without prior notice.

If you have reduced mobility, require the use of a wheelchair, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +1 888-488-0592 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met.

While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection.

Children: 3-10 years.

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