San Felipe de Barajas Castle and the Chocolate Museum Tour
Description
Tour Experience Overview
Experience history, culture, and flavor in Cartagena de Indias with a guided tour covering two significant sites. The tour begins with hotel pickup in Centro Histórico, Getsemaní, Bocagrande, or Manga, ensuring convenience. First stop is the imposing Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas, the most important Spanish fortification in the Americas.Itinerary
The tour itinerary includes: - **Hotel Pickup**: Comfortably start your journey from your hotel in designated areas. - **Transfer to Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas**: During this transfer, the guide will provide an overview of Cartagena’s history and the fort's strategic significance. - **Guided Visit to Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas**: Discover the fort's construction history, military function, underground tunnels, defensive systems, and historical battles. - **Transfer to Museo del Chocolate**: Post-castle, head to the Chocolate Museum located in the Historic Center. - **Visit to Museo del Chocolate**: Learn about the origin of Colombian cacao, its cultural significance, and the artisanal chocolate-making process. - **Tasting of Traditional Chocolate Beverage**: Enjoy a handcrafted chocolate drink that highlights the unique flavors of Colombian cacao.End of Tour
The tour concludes at the Chocolate Museum, allowing you to explore the city independently. Return to your hotel is at your own expense.What's included
- Hotel pickup
- Transport by bus or minibus
- English–speaking guide
- Admission to San Felipe de Barajas Castle
- Admission to the Cartagena Chocolate Museum, including a tasting
What's not included
- Hotel drop–off
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
One day before the activity, the local team will contact you to confirm the exact pickup time from your hotel.
On the day of the activity, we'll pick you up from the Cartagena de Indias hotel you selected in your booking. Please note that this tour only includes pickup from hotels located in the following tourist areas of Cartagena de Indias: Historic Center, Getsemaní, Bocagrande, and Manga.
Please remember that the activity will end at the Chocolate Museum of Cartagena (https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZzUY44Pyx9WdSMSF9). From there, you'll need to return to your hotel on your own.
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