Sail to Cartagena with MSC Cruises, discover special packages and excursions to explore beautiful places in Colombia.
Embark on a short drive to the military fort of San Felipe Fortress to enjoy a panoramic photo stop.Afterwards, you’ll continue to the old town, las Bovedas (Dungeons) where you’ll join your horse and carriage. As you trundle through the narrow cobbled streets of the old walled city, look out for the colonial houses, the Heredia Theatre, the City Hall and the Inquisition Palace at Bolivar Square. You can also admire the charming balconies, old squares and Spanish style buildings. Following your carriage ride, you’ll rejoin your coach to enjoy a panoramic drive of modern Cartagena, before returning to the ship. Essential information This excursion will operate by coach, on foot and by carriage. This tour involves some walking and a degree of agility is required when boarding the horse carriage. Flat, non slip shoes are advised.
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The carriage ride is around 40 minutes to 1 hour, however this may vary depending on local conditions on the day.
One of the more interesting cities on your itinerary steeped in history. This was the transit port for all the wealth Spain derived from South America. The famous 'Old City' is comprised of 12 square blocks filled with attractions, boutiques and restaurants. Throughout Colombia, the Spanish Empire's influence in the New World is self-evident.
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Its fortress walls, quaint narrow streets, and balconied houses are all vivid reminders of Spain's hold on Cartagena and throughout the Caribbean and South America. This is the land of El Dorado and flamboyant adventurers in search of the ever-elusive gold. Cartagena's well-constructed fortifications defended its borders against seafaring pirates whose attacks lasted for more than 200 years. Today this modern and bustling city, seaport, and commercial center still boasts much of its original colonial architecture. Your journey here will provide you with a significant link to the region's grand past.Please note that passengers may encounter numerous local vendors at various tourist locations and may find them to be persistent in their sales offers.
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