Private Full-Day Santa Marta From Cartagena With Lunch

This private full-day tour from Cartagena to Santa Marta offers a personalized adventure for those seeking to explore beyond the city limits. With a maximum of 14 participants, the tour provides a more intimate experience as you uncover the colonial highlights of Santa Marta and stop for a beachside lunch in El Rodadero. Convenient round-trip transfers and a professional guide ensure a seamless journey, allowing you to focus on the sights and learn about the rich history and culture of the region. But the day holds more in store than just the scheduled activities.

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Key Points

Private full-day tour from Cartagena to Santa Marta with sightseeing, beachside lunch, and round-trip private transfers.
Small group tour limited to 14 participants for a personalized experience.
Includes professional guide, light breakfast, and air-conditioned transportation.
Tour not wheelchair accessible, and infants must sit on laps during transfers.
Prices start from $430.00 per person with free cancellation up to 24 hours prior.

Tour Overview

This private full-day tour from Cartagena to Santa Marta allows participants to explore the historic center of Santa Marta, the first city founded by the Spanish in Colombia.

The small group tour, limited to 14 people, includes sightseeing in Barranquilla and colonial highlights in Santa Marta. Travelers will enjoy a beachside lunch in El Rodadero.

This small group tour includes sightseeing in Barranquilla and colonial highlights in Santa Marta, topped off with a beachside lunch in El Rodadero.

Round-trip private transfers, a professional guide, light breakfast, and air-conditioned transportation are included.

Due to the pandemic, advance booking for museums and attractions is necessary. The duration of transfers may vary depending on traffic conditions.

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Inclusions

The private full-day tour includes round-trip private transfers, ensuring participants are comfortably transported to and from the destinations.

A professional guide accompanies the group, providing insights and commentary throughout the journey.

A light breakfast is served before the tour begins, and a beachside lunch is included in the seaside town of El Rodadero.

The air-conditioned vehicle offers a comfortable ride, while any unspecified expenses and gratuities are covered.

With these comprehensive inclusions, travelers can fully enjoy the exploration of Santa Marta and its surrounding areas.

Pickup Information

Where are the available pickup points for this private full-day tour from Cartagena to Santa Marta?

Pickup points are available at various locations. The knowledgeable guide will wait for the group in the hotel lobby to start the tour at 6:00 am.

The tour includes:

Round-trip private transfer
Professional guide
Light breakfast

The duration of the transfers is approximate and depends on the traffic conditions.

Infants must sit on laps during the transfers. No serious medical conditions are required to participate in this tour.

Tour Details and Requirements

Confirmation is received at the time of booking for this private full-day tour from Cartagena to Santa Marta.

The tour isn’t wheelchair accessible, and infants must sit on laps. While the duration of transfers is approximate, it depends on traffic conditions. Travelers should have no serious medical conditions. Comfortable shoes are recommended.

Due to the pandemic, advance booking for museums and attractions is necessary. The tour lasts the entire day, starting at 6:00 AM.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the experience begins. A "reserve now, pay later" option is also offered.

Pricing and Cancellation Policy

The price for this private full-day tour from Cartagena to Santa Marta starts from $430.00 per person, varying based on group size.

Guests have the option of a free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts. Plus, a "reserve now, pay later" option is available.

The tour’s pricing and cancellation policy are:

Prices start from $430.00 per person, adjusting based on group size.
Free cancellation is permitted up to 24 hours prior to the tour’s start.
Reserve now, pay later option is offered.

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Reviews

Based on the available information, the tour has a 4.0 rating across 1 review.

While there are no specifics on the 5-star, 4-star, 3-star, 2-star, or 1-star ratings, the overall score suggests a positive experience for the lone reviewer.

The review quality has been checked for authenticity, providing assurance of its credibility.

Travelers can expect a well-organized, enjoyable excursion based on this rating, though additional reviews would give a more comprehensive understanding of the tour’s merits.

Ultimately, the single 4.0 rating represents a solid starting point for those considering this Santa Marta adventure.

Exploring the Historic Center of Santa Marta

As visitors explore the historic center of Santa Marta, they’ll discover the city’s rich colonial heritage.

The first stop is the iconic Cathedral of Santa Marta, a 16th-century Spanish Renaissance structure.

Visitors will discover the iconic Cathedral of Santa Marta, a 16th-century Spanish Renaissance structure, as the first stop on the tour.

Next, guests can stroll through the Plaza de Bolívar, the main square lined with charming colonial-era buildings and lively cafes.

Finally, the tour includes a visit to the Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, the hacienda where Simón Bolívar spent his final days.

Throughout the experience, the guide provides insights into Santa Marta’s role as the first Spanish settlement in Colombia.

Sum Up

This private full-day tour from Cartagena to Santa Marta provides a personalized and enriching experience. You’ll explore the colonial highlights of Santa Marta, enjoy a beachside lunch in El Rodadero, and have the convenience of round-trip private transfers. With a professional guide, comfortable transportation, and flexible booking, it’s an excellent way to discover the history and beauty of this coastal region.