Cartagena’s rich history and vibrant culture come alive on this comprehensive tour. Explore the enchanting old town and lively streets of Getsemani, capping it off with a delicious lunch at Bazurto Market. This private experience offers an immersive glimpse into the heart of this Colombian gem. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, the Cartagena & Getsemani Full City Tour promises to leave a lasting impression. What secrets does this captivating city hold?
Key Points
- A private tour of historic Cartagena, Colombia, exploring the old town and vibrant Getsemani neighborhood, with lunch at the local Bazurto Market included.
- The tour starts at 10:00 am in Plaza de San Diego and ends at Plaza de la Trinidad, covering significant areas of the city.
- The tour is not wheelchair accessible and is not recommended for travelers with back problems or pregnant women.
- Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time, and the price is $60 per person, representing a $15 savings.
- The tour has a mixed review of 3.7 out of 5 stars, with some concerns about the cleanliness of Bazurto Market.
Tour Overview
The Cartagena & Getsemani Full City Tour with Lunch at Bazurto Market is a private tour that takes visitors through the historic city of Cartagena, Colombia.
Beginning at 10:00 am, the tour starts in Plaza de San Diego, in front of the Juan Valdez Coffee Shop. Guests will explore Cartagena’s old town and the vibrant Getsemani neighborhood, ending at the Plaza de la Trinidad.
Lunch at the Bazurto Market is included, featuring local dishes. While the tour isn’t wheelchair accessible, most travelers can participate.
Reviews are mixed, with some criticizing the market’s cleanliness, but overall, it provides an immersive experience.
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Inclusions and Exclusions
The Cartagena & Getsemani Full City Tour with Lunch at Bazurto Market includes a private professional tour guide, lunch, and soda/pop.
Lunch at the Bazurto Market features fried fish, coconut rice, shredded cabbage, and sweet plantain.
The tour isn’t wheelchair accessible, but it’s near public transportation. It’s not recommended for travelers with back problems or pregnant women, though most travelers can participate.
Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time.
Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time.
The tour is priced at $60 per person, originally $75, which represents a $15 savings.
Meeting Point and Start/End Times
According to the tour details, the meeting point for the Cartagena & Getsemani Full City Tour is Plaza de San Diego, in front of the Juan Valdez Coffee Shop.
The tour starts at 10:00 am. After exploring Cartagena and Getsemani, the tour ends at Plaza de la Trinidad, in front of the Church Santisima Trinidad in Getsemani.
The tour duration isn’t specified, but the inclusion of lunch at Bazurto Market suggests it’s a full-day experience.
Participants should arrive at the meeting point on time to ensure they don’t miss the start of the guided tour.
Accessibility and Recommendations
The tour isn’t wheelchair accessible, the knowledge indicates. This means guests with mobility challenges may have difficulty navigating the tour.
However, the tour is near public transportation, which could be helpful. The knowledge also notes the tour isn’t recommended for travelers with back problems or pregnant travelers.
Most travelers can participate, though. Visitors should keep these accessibility considerations in mind when booking this tour. The honest and straightforward feedback helps set proper expectations for the experience.
Reviews and Ratings
Reviews and Ratings provide a window into how previous travelers experienced this tour. With only 3 total reviews, the tour has an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars.
The feedback indicates mixed experiences. One traveler described the Bazurto Market as "dingy, filthy, and smelly", though they noted the guide’s English proficiency and gave a generous tip due to the guide’s circumstances.
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Feedback and Experiences
Though only three total reviews have been left for this tour, they provide some valuable insights into the experiences of past travelers.
One reviewer described the wet market portion of the tour as "dingy, filthy, and smelly", though they noted the guide’s English proficiency. The reviewer also mentioned a visual disability that may have impacted navigation.
Despite these concerns, the reviewer left a generous tip, acknowledging the guide’s difficult circumstances.
Exploring Cartagena and Getsemani
As one embarks on this tour, they can expect to be immersed in the vibrant culture and history of Cartagena and Getsemani.
The tour takes visitors through the colorful streets, showcasing the colonial architecture, bustling plazas, and lively local markets.
In Getsemani, the neighborhood’s charm shines through its street art, lively bars, and cobblestone alleyways.
The highlight of the tour is the visit to the Bazurto Market, where the sights, sounds, and smells of local produce and seafood create an authentic experience.
The visit to the bustling Bazurto Market immerses visitors in the sights, sounds, and smells of local produce and seafood.
Visitors can savor a delicious lunch, seeing the daily life of Cartagena’s residents.
Sum Up
Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Cartagena and Getsemani on this comprehensive tour. Enjoy a delicious lunch at Bazurto Market as you explore significant landmarks and learn about the unique atmosphere of this Colombian gem. With a private guide, you’ll experience the enchanting old town and lively streets, concluding at the picturesque Plaza de la Trinidad.
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