Designed to understand how pirates and corsairs could siege Cartagena by sea and land and why the fortresses, bastions and walls were strategically built in certain places.
What´s included:
o The tour starts by the modern part of Cartagena (Bocagrande, Laguito and Castillogrande) to identify the southern entrance of the city by the bay
o Then it continues to the Fortress of San Sebastian del Pastelillo in the Island of Manga.
o After we visit San Felipe de Barajas Fortress, which is considered the most important fortification in South America, built to protect the city by the east side.
o Then the tour heads to the walled city. We take a walking tour, visiting the main bastions and walls.
o Duration: At least 4 hours
o Days: Monday through Sunday twice a day at 8 AM and 3PM
What´s not included:
o Entrance charges to San Felipe Fortress
o Lunch or Dinner
Recommendations:
o Dress code: Casual and comfortable shoes (sneackers)
It is just an idea about this experience. Contact us and let us know your preferences and budget so we can exclusively customize it for you!
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