Cartagena Colonial Charm & Rosario Islands
Experience Overview
Private yacht charter to Rosario Islands, Caribbean sunset catamaran, and boutique luxury within the historic ramparts.
Key Inclusions
• 3 nights in walled city luxury boutique hotel\n• VIP private day excursion to Rosario Islands beach club\n• Walking architecture & gastronomy tour\n• Airport transfers (CTG)
Exclusions
• Dock taxes\n• Optional spa treatments
Day-by-Day Detailed Itinerary
Arrival in Cartagena & Ramparts Street Food Tasting Walk
Arrival at CTG Airport and private vehicle transfer to your hotel. Settle in. At 15:30 PM begin a sensory street food walking adventure exploring San Diego and Getsemaní alleys. Taste fresh-fried arepas de huevo, yucca carimañolas, shaved ice raspao in San Diego Plaza, smashed plantains with coastal cheese, and artisanal sweets under the historic Clock Tower arches. Sunset over the stone walls.
VIP 4/5 Island Hopping: Reef Snorkeling, Cholón & Barú Beach
Buffet breakfast. At 07:30 AM board a high-speed sports boat at La Bodeguita Pier for an action-packed 5-stop archipelago expedition. Cruise past historic Bocachica Fort, snorkel over coral reefs and a sunken plane wreck, make a scenic stop at San Martín de Pajarales, savor a fresh shrimp ceviche in Cholón's party cove, and relax with a traditional fried fish lunch at a private beach club in Barú. Return to Cartagena harbor at 16:15 PM.
San Felipe Fortress Exploration & Sunset Sail on Bonavida Catamaran
Morning at leisure for relaxing by the hotel pool or browsing local craft shops. At 13:30 PM pick-up for a guided colonial city tour: drive through Manga's republican mansions, explore secret underground mining tunnels and ramparts at San Felipe Castle, photo stop at Zapatos Viejos, and walk along Las Bóvedas vaults. At 16:30 PM transfer to La Bodeguita Dock for the Bonavida Sunset Catamaran Cruise. Sail under the golden evening sky enjoying wine, cocktails, and appetizers. Disembark at 19:00 PM for dinner.
Morning at Leisure & Airport Departure Transfer
Buffet breakfast at the hotel. Leisurely morning to stroll the ramparts, shop for Colombian emeralds and artisanal crafts, or enjoy a specialty coffee on Plaza Santo Domingo. Hotel check-out. At the agreed time, private transfer from the hotel lobby to Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG) for your flight departure. End of services.