Cartagena, Colombia: Discovery Tour of Old and New Cartagena. At the designated time, meet your local host for a half day private excursion of Cartagena de Indias. The tour starts at the modern neighborhoods of Bocagrande and Manga, where you will see the contrast between modern architecture and the beauty of the old houses from the twentieth century. 

Then, visit the Castle where the Spaniards sought to protect the city from the attacks of the English in the seventeenth century, El Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas. Before returning to your hotel, you will enjoy a walk around the historic Old Town downtown, visiting the San Pedro Claver Church and the Emerald Museum. 

At the end of the tour you will be transferred back to your hotel; however, you may want to stay and continue exploring on your own at your own pace. One of the areas worth to be explored is the Getsemani neighborhood, where laid-back groups gather to drink beer, listen to street musicians and snack on grilled arepas from nearby stalls. Lively pizzerias and casual bistros serving Colombian staples line the surrounding streets, which are also known for their vivid murals. Brewpubs, cocktail bars and the salsa bar Cafe Havana, keep the party vibe going till the early hours.

Important Note: This tour operates Monday to Friday at 2:00 PM, and on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays at 9:00 AM.