This highlights of Cartagena Excursion gives a wonderful overview of this incredible Colombian gem. Enjoy lively commentary by your friendly tour guide, as you embark on a panoramic drive of Manga, experience the sites of the Monastery and Chapel on the Hill of La Popa, explore the Old City and shop at the Dungeons.

Your Accessible Cartagena Shore Excursion begins when you meet you friendly guide/driver by the cruise dock. Board your accessible van and head out on a panoramic drive in the Manga neighborhood. This vibrant neighborhood displays perfectly preserved colonial architecture and picturesque streets, as well as impressive, historic mansions.

Next, continue to the hill of La Popa, a 150 m-high hill which is also the highest point in Cartagena. From the top, you will have a unique opportunity to get out and admire the grounds of the incredible 17^th century convent, cloister and chapel of Nuestra Senora de la Candelaria de la Popa. You will have spectacular views and photo opportunities here.

Following this, your tour will continue to one of the most important historic forts, San Felipe de Barajas Fort. Here you will enjoy a short photo stop outside, before continuing to the walled Old Town for a fascinating walking/rolling tour of the best highlights of the city. As you make your way through the city, your tour guide will share intriguing history with you. Among other places, you will visit the charming, colonial Plaza de Santa Teresa, the picturesque Plaza de Bolivar and Plaza de los Coches where a slave market was held for centuries. You will also get to visit the beautiful San Pedro Claver Church and Garden where you will admire the beautiful interior and exterior colonial features that have been well-preserved over time.

The final part of your tour will be spent with some free-time for shopping at the Dungeons of Cartagena. This shopping strip located in an old historic building has 23 small handcraft shops that offers a variety of products from pottery, clothing, stones and much more. You will have time to browse the market and do some souvenir shopping if you desire.

The Highlights of Cartagena Shore Excursion includes:

• Enjoy a panoramic driving tour of Manga, known as the “Jewel of the Indies”.
• Experience the picturesque sites of the Monastery and Chapel on the Hill of La Popa.
• Admire the historic San Felipe Barajas Fort from outside.
• Explore the Old City of Cartagena
• Do some souvenir shopping at the Dungeons with 23 handcraft shops.
• Enjoy an interior visit to San Pedro Claver Church.

Private Accessible 5 Hour Cartagena Shore Excursion details:

Duration: 5 hours

Cost: $650 for 1-2 people, $770 for 3-4 people, $ 1100 for 5-6 people

* Save $50 when you book an accessible cruise + excursions package

Days of the week the tour is offered: 7 days a week

Entrance tickets: included.

Meeting Point:cruise dock

Number of people on tour: 1 – 4 people. For larger groups please contact us for quote.

Cancellation Policy: 80% refund with 10 days notice. No refund with less than 10 days notice. It is your responsibility to communicate with your cruise line to understand any restrictions on disabled passengers using cruise tenders.Tours run rain or shine.

Not included: Snacks and Gratuities. Entrance fees are included.

 

This accessible shore excursion uses a wheelchair friendly van with a ramp.

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