From Cartagena: Barranquilla and Santa Marta Tour

Colombia



Explore the most iconic locations in the vibrant cities of Barranquilla and Santa Marta. Experience rich cultural diversity and gain insights into the significance of the visited sites.

Highlights

  • Enjoy emblematic places of the fantastic cities of Barranquilla and Santa Marta
  • Learn about multicultural facets
  • Explore wonderful and magical places in area

Description

Stop 1: Letras Barranquilla (2 hours 20 minutes) Stop at the Barranquilla letters with our tour guide, where you can take memorable photos. Stop 2: Monumento Ventana Al Mundo, Rotonda *20 minutes) You will be provided with an informative talk about the monument's foundation and the origins of Barranquilla. Stop 3: Aleta del Tiburón Junior de Barranquilla (20 minutes) At this monument, you will receive a talk about Colombian soccer and the Junior soccer team from Barranquilla, one of the country's top teams. Stop 4: Touristic Malecón León Caridi, Av. del Rio (20 minutes) At the splendid Malecón del Caimán, also known as Malecón del Rio, you can enjoy the beautiful view and a variety of restaurants serving typical Colombian coastal foods. You can take photos and learn more about the city's legends. Stop 5: Shakira Statue, Av. del Rio (15 minutes) You'll stop to take photos at the monument of Shakira Mebarak Ripol, one of Colombia's and the world's most representative singers from Barranquilla. Pass By: Pumarejo bridge, Sitionuevo, Barranquilla, Atlántico, Colombia On the Pumarejo bridge, you'll receive a brief historical overview of its creation. Stop 6: Monumento a El Pibe Valderrama (2 hours 20 minutes) After a 2-hour journey from Barranquilla to Santa Marta, you'll visit the monument of legendary Colombian national team soccer player Carlos 'El Pibe' Valderrama. Here, you can take photos and listen to a brief soccer history about national team. Stop 7: Santa Marta, Magdalena, Colombia (10 minutes_ You'll stop at the Santa Marta letters to take souvenir photos. Stop 8: Parque de Los Novios (15 minutes) One of the most iconic and romantic spots in Santa Marta, perfect for taking photos at the Dome of the Bride and Groom. Stop 9: Parque Bolívar, Cra. 1, Comuna 2, Santa Marta (15 minutes) Listen to a brief historical overview about the liberator Simón Bolívar. Stop 10: Museo del Oro Tayrona - Casa de la Aduana (15 minutes) A free museum exhibiting archaeological objects from the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta and the original indigenous people of Magdalena. Stop 11: Catedral de Santa Marta (15 minutes) You'll visit the Basilica Cathedral of Santa Marta, learn abou the history that is behind this Cathedral and walk around it's surroundings. Stop 12: Playa El Rodadero, Santa Marta (5 hours 30 minutes) The most important beach in Santa Marta, located in the most beautiful bay of America. Here, you'll take time to enjoy a sea bath and have a typical lunch with several dish options. You'll spend an hour and a half here before heading back to Cartagena, a journey of approximately 4 hours.

Includes

Live guide: English, Spanish Air-conditioned vehicle sandwich, drink and fruit Several options

Excludes

Tickets to the Quinta of San Pedro Alejandrino and it is optional price of $25,000 COP

Important Information

  • People over 60 years are not allowed. Not recommended for travelers with back problems. Not recommended for pregnant travelers. Not recommended for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions. This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers.

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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