Cartagena Colombia: Private 8-Day Immersive Cultural Tour Private Group of 11-15 Travelers

Explore the local culture with locals to go beyond the touristic path of Cartagena and enjoy celebrations of Palenque Drum Festival (October) and the carnival-like Independence Day Festival (November)
Day 1
Arrive in Cartagena by 15:00 local time hotel check-in.
20:00-22:00 Welcome Dinner Experience
You will dine in the walled-city at a restaurant uniquely Cartagena with a blend of Caribbean cuisine and roots in Mediterranean gastronomy.

Day 2
Walled City Tour
Discover the stories, beauty, and culture of the iconic city of Cartagena starting with a walking tour through the historic center and its most popular streets, passing through the monumental stone walls and fortifications.

Getsemaní Tour
You will walk to the colorful neighborhood of Getsemaní where you’ll enjoy street art, the vibe, local fruit and drink tastings. You will learn about the colonial period, the Afro-Colombian community, and their resilience to remain rooted in their communities.

Afternoon free time for the remainder of the day to explore until we meet for dinner

Caribbean Dinner
Dine in one of the trendiest bars in Cartagena with Caribbean music, a three-course menu.

Day 3
Caribbean Beach Day
Sail to a beautiful coralline beach in Rosario Islands to swim, snorkel, relax in the quiet waters near the mangroves, enjoy an exclusive beach club with an open bar and traditional Caribbean lunch.

Day 4
An 1.5 hour ride from Cartagena, you will discover San Basilio de Palenque, the first free town of formerly enslaved Africans in all of the Americas and a UNESCO Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. The roots of Cartagena are intertwined with Afro-Colombian people, history and culture through music, dance, food, and art. You will interact with locals of Palenque Village in this full-day excursion of Afro-Colombian life and heritage.

Day 5
October we'll enjoy the Annual Palenque Drum Festival, a celebration of Afro-Colombian culture, music, and dance
November we'll enjoy the Annual Independence Day Festivities and Free Day, a carnival-like atmosphere and spirit full of pride, cultural music, dance, a parade and the full essence of all things Cartagena!
All other months we'll enjoy a free day and local cultural dance performances from Cartagena's top non-profit dance schools

Day 6
Cartagena has something for everyone! This is your free day to rest, relax at the beach, hop off to another island, walk the historic districts, shop or choose your adventure! We will help you coordinate your free day and find curated local activities to enjoy!

Day 7
Visit a long-standing Afro-Colombian community near Cartagena that has resisted gentrification and maintained their cultural lifestyle. Sail with local fishermen through the mangroves to fish in this extraordinary ecosystem, learn about their lifestyle and artisanal fishing techniques. Return with your catch of the day to share a traditional lunch with the community.

Day 8
Time to say see you again World Traveler or connect your trip to our next 8-day tour to Medellin or our 4-day tour to Indigenous Communities in Tayrona Park, Palomino and Santa Marta! You may either tour before or after your Cartagena tour!

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