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Hey there! I'm Chanelle, an experience curator, foodie, and travel enthusiast. I truly enjoy experiences that blend culture, adventure and relaxation, which is why I've curated this amazing trip experience with TourHero. Whether it's exploring hidden gems or popular destinations, I always strive to provide good vibes! This is a great way to connect with new people, communities, and places. Cheers to enjoying experiences and creating moments that leave lasting memories!
Hey y'all! Are you ready to live it up? This short but sweet trip to Cartagena packs a punch! We start with a welcome dinner at a fantastic restaurant with incredible views and even better food. Then, we'll go on a city tour, digging through Cartagena's colonial past and immersing ourselves in the local street food fare. Afterward, we'll celebrate champeta, a musical and dance genre originating from Colombia's Afro-Colombian communities. We'll take it easy on an island hopping tour to the beautiful Rosario Islands, resting and relaxing as we glide across the Caribbean. If that isn't enough relaxation for you, we'll visit Totumo, a 20-meter volcano, for a therapeutic mud bath. To bring it together, we'll end the trip with a fun night out on our final evening in Cartagena. This trip will be hard to beat, so don't miss it!
-Welcome to Cartagena, Colombia's jewel on the Caribbean coast. With a mix of historic architecture, modern urbanity, and Caribbean island life, Cartagena is sure to be enthralling.
-On arrival, a swift group transfer will take us to our accommodation for check-in. Settle down and take some time to freshen up.
-We'll kick off our Colombian getaway with a welcome dinner at Alyzia, a tranquil restaurant serving a unique fusion of Mediterranean and Caribbean flavors and fantastic views. Enjoy the food, sip on drinks, and break the ice!
-We'll dive into Cartagena's cultural heritage on a walking tour.
-Visit La Popa Convent, a religious icon perched on a mountain top.
-Then, see San Felipe de Barajas Fortress, the largest fortress ever built by the Spaniards and a complex instrumental in the defence of Cartagena during the colonial era.
-At the historic center, we'll continue exploring Cartagena's colonial past while diving into the local street food fare.
-After the sun sets, bring out your wild side and experience a night out celebrating Champeta — a vibrant musical and dance genre originating from Cartagena's Afro-Colombian communities. Dance to energetic beats, feel the lively atmosphere, and connect with the locals!
-After the night out, we'll take it slow today by jetting across the Caribbean on an island hopping adventure across the Rosario Islands.
-Enjoy the sea breeze, crystal-clear waters, and pristine beaches. Continue grooving to music while sipping on beers, or relax and bask under the sun.
-We'll further indulge in relaxation during a visit to the Totumo Mud Volcano. Located on the shore of a freshwater lagoon, Totumo is a 20-meter-high natural wonder flowing with warm and dense mud.
-Climb to the top and immerse yourself in the mud, which is believed to have therapeutic properties.
-After the rejuvenating excursion, participate in a hands-on cooking class, taking home with you recipes to remind you of the good times in Cartagena.
-Head out for one final dinner together at Casa Cruxada, a vibrant location dishing out great music and flavors. Let your hair down, and have fun!
-Savor one final breakfast together before catching our group transfer to the airport.
-Thank you for joining me on this electric adventure in Cartagena. I'll be buzzing from this trip for a while. Take care, and have a safe journey home!