Cartagena: Barranquilla & Santa Marta Day Trip with Meals
ID: GYG1420233-2168286
Category:
Country: Colombia
Duration:
16:00 hours
Description
Discover 14+ landmarks across two Caribbean cities in one day with a local guide, breakfast, typical lunch, and 3 free hours at Rodadero beach — all from Cartagena in Spanish.
Cover two of Colombia's Caribbean icons — Barranquilla and Santa Marta — in one packed day from Cartagena, guided by a local from the region and finished with 3 hours of free beach and pool time at Rodadero.
Depart Cartagena at dawn with a light breakfast on board (sandwich + juice) as you head to Barranquilla, Shakira's hometown and capital of Colombian Carnival. Walk through Barrio Abajo, snap photos at the Barranquilla letters, the Shakira statue, Ventana al Mundo, Malecón del Caimán, and the Shark Fin monument.
The route then continues to Santa Marta, "the Pearl of America." Stop at the Pibe Valderrama monument, the fishing neighborhood of Pescaíto, Bahía de Santa Marta, the Tairona Gold Museum, Parque Bolívar, the Cathedral, Parque de los Novios, and the Santa Marta letters. A typical Caribbean lunch is included to refuel between cities.
Finish the day at Rodadero with 3 free hours to swim, shop, or relax at the partner hotel pool before the ride back to Cartagena. Ideal for Spanish-speaking travelers who want to see the region's highlights in one efficient, all-in-one journey.
Highlights
- Visit 14+ landmarks across Barranquilla and Santa Marta in a single day
- See the Shakira statue, Ventana al Mundo, and Barrio Abajo's Carnival roots
- Enjoy included breakfast on board and a typical Caribbean lunch
- Wind down with 3 free hours at Rodadero beach, shops, and pool
- Travel with a local guide from the region (Spanish-language tour)
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Round-trip air-conditioned transportation from Cartagena
- Local Spanish-speaking guide throughout the day
- Light breakfast on board (sandwich + juice)
- Typical Caribbean lunch
- Guided visits to all listed landmarks in Barranquilla and Santa Marta
- 3 hours of free time at Rodadero (beach, shopping, partner hotel pool access)
NOT INCLUDED
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
- Beach services in Rodadero (tent or chair rental)
- Additional drinks and hydration during the day
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.