Cartagena: City Tour San Felipe Castle & La Popa Convent

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Experience colonial Cartagena on a guided tour. Explore the mighty San Felipe Castle and visit Cerro de La Popa for breathtaking city and Caribbean views.

Highlights

  • Explore the San Felipe de Barajas Fort, dominating the Hill of San Lazaro
  • Learn the history of one of Colombia's major military engineering marvels
  • Visit the magnificent Cerro de la Popa, the highest point in Cartagena
  • Capture stunning views of Cartagena's skyline and the Caribbean coast

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Embark on a fascinating journey through Cartagena’s history and culture with a comfortable hotel pickup. First stop: San Felipe de Barajas Castle Explore the most impressive fortress in Latin America, a UNESCO-listed historical and cultural landmark. With over 400 years of history, uncover its secret tunnels, strategic walls, and the crucial role it played in defending Cartagena. ⛪ Next destination: Cerro de La Popa Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from the highest point in Cartagena. With an expert bilingual guide, visit the convent, cloister, and chapel while uncovering the legends and mysteries of this iconic site. Spectacular views Take in stunning vistas of the Caribbean Sea, Tierrabomba Island, the Historic Center, the modern Bocagrande skyline, and Cartagena’s bay from this privileged viewpoint.

Includes

Hotel pickup Bilingual guide Entry to Castillo San Felipe Entry to the Monastery of La Popa Bottle of water

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