Panoramic Cartagena: Fortresses, Monasteries and the Soul of the City
Tour Times: 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 12:00 PM
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Overview
Your journey begins directly at the cruise port, where you’ll set off on a scenic panoramic drive through Manga Island, one of Cartagena’s most elegant residential districts. Admire its beautifully preserved Republican and Arabic-influenced architecture before discovering a true hidden gem: Fort Pastelillo. This lesser-known historic fort once protected the entrance to Cartagena’s bay and today rewards visitors with sweeping views of the bay, the colorful streets of Getsemaní, and the city’s modern skyline.
The tour continues to the iconic La Popa Monastery, majestically perched at the highest point in Cartagena.
From here, enjoy the most spectacular panoramic view of the entire city, making this stop a highlight and a favorite for photos.
Next, visit the legendary San Felipe de Barajas Fortress, the largest and most formidable Spanish military fortress ever built in the Americas.
Learn about its strategic importance while stopping for memorable exterior photos and historical commentary.
Upon reaching the Walled City, enjoy a guided walk through its charming cobblestone streets, lined with centuries-old churches, lively plazas, and colorful colonial balconies that bring Cartagena’s rich history to life.
Your experience concludes in the vibrant Getsemaní neighborhood, celebrated for its artistic murals, bohemian spirit, and authentic local character.
At the end of the tour, you’ll be comfortably transferred back to the cruise port, carrying with you unforgettable views, stories, and the true soul of Cartagena.
Tour Itinerary:
- • Meet and Greet at The Port Scenic drive through Manga Island to see the historical houses and an overview of the city. Stop at Pastelillo fortress
- • Visit to Pastelillo Fortress and time to take pictures
- • Drive to La Popa Monastery
- • Visit to La Popa Monastery and panoramic views of Cartagena. Take the best photos of the city
- • Drive to San Felipe Fortress
- • Photo stop at San Felipe Fortress (exterior views)
- • Drive to the Historic City Center
- • Guided walking tour of the Walled City (main squares and landmarks) – take amazing pictures
- • Drive to Getsemani neighbourhood
- • Guided walking tour through the colorful streets of Getsemaní
- • Drive back to the cruise port
- • Guided walking tour through the colorful streets of Getsemaní
- • Drive to Getsemani neighbourhood
- • Guided walking tour of the Walled City (main squares and landmarks) – take amazing pictures
- • Drive to the Historic City Center
- • Photo stop at San Felipe Fortress (exterior views)
- • Drive to San Felipe Fortress
- • Visit to La Popa Monastery and panoramic views of Cartagena. Take the best photos of the city
- • Drive to La Popa Monastery
- • Visit to Pastelillo Fortress and time to take pictures
What's Included
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Air Conditioned Transportation
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English Speaking Guide
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Manga Island and Pastelillo Fortress
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La Popa Monastery (Skip the lines access)
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Photo Stop at San Felipe Fortress
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The Walled City
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Getsemani
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Bottle of Water
Considerations
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Food and drinks are not included
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Tickets to San Felipe Fortress
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Restroom use may require a small purchase
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at nearby cafés or stores (such as Juan Valdez or Starbucks)
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Gratuities/Tips are not included in your tour, if you would like to leave a tip, please bring cash
Special Instructions
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Wear comfortable walking shoes
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Wear weather appropriate comfortable clothing
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Bring your sunglasses, Sunscreen and sunhat
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Limited space is available for small bags only. Guests traveling with large luggage are kindly requested to inform us in advance
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This tour can accommodate foldable wheelchairs
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Motorized mobility scooters can only be
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accommodated on large buses and are not available
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on minivans
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Maximum number of guests per group is 15 guests
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Bring cash and/or credit card for any additional purchases on the day
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Bring your camera to capture wonderful memories of your time ashore!
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup and Dropoff at the Cruise Port Included.
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Price Info
Panoramic Cartagena: Fortresses, Monasteries and the Soul of the City
1 Passengers (USD $ 320.00 Per Person)
USD $ 320.00
2 Passengers (USD $ 181.00 Per Person)
USD $ 362.00
3 Passengers (USD $ 106.67 Per Person)
USD $ 320.00
4 Passengers (USD $ 104.25 Per Person)
USD $ 417.00
5 Passengers (USD $ 105.60 Per Person)
USD $ 528.00
6 Passengers (USD $ 90.33 Per Person)
USD $ 542.00
7 Passengers (USD $ 91.29 Per Person)
USD $ 639.00
8 Passengers (USD $ 90.38 Per Person)
USD $ 723.00
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