by scubabrad
We did the mangrove excursion, which was fun, but it did feel like it was staged. We went on small boats that were pushed around with sticks, but it felt like they had just wacked down some of the mangrove to create a path and then we were herded through the paths, one after another. Then we stopped at some shops for about 15 minutes, which was plenty for me, but I don't think it was enough for my wife. After that, we did a tour of the old town. The architecture was great. The guide was excellent. He spoke english very well.
Visited: Feb 19, 2018
by meeah
We did a van tour for $30pp but noticed others in van were charged $40. Van tour went to a few places (pose with a local with $1-2 tip), captive stores and "tours" of other captive stores (don't have to buy anything). Ferry to Old Town was not operating (was $4 the last time we went) but would be preferred. Don't know how much taxi would be for Old Town, but we recommend forgetting about the van tours and just get to Old Town which is definitely worth it and worth exploring at your leisure.
Visited: Mar 30, 2019
by rjhouston
The walking tour was great. Didn't like being followed by the venders all time while walking.
Visited: Jan 09, 2018
by BobDavidson
We didn't actually book an excursion but was offered a special deal aboard ship for $15 per person to go to the Emerald Center in the middle of the old city. We enjoyed having a cup of coffee in the square while admiring the old church. The crafts people were really talented and we bought a few items. As a mineral collector, I was also able to find a nice emerald in quartz matrix and my wife a natural emerald pendant.
Visited: Nov 26, 2019
by Cheyenne98
Very beautiful! Excursion took us to the Old City! Very colorful! Loved the carriage ride...a perfect way to see the Old City and learn it's history
Visited: Mar 02, 2020
by Marilynd
The vendors were relentless especially in the old city.
Visited: Nov 09, 2019
by road62
the old walled city tour was fantastic. Brief stop at Fort San Felipe. would've loved to tour. plan on separate trip to Cartegena to spend a couple of days
Visited: Dec 09, 2019
by KrakenUP
Old city tour was great
Visited: Nov 20, 2018
by dennissiegman
We took a city bus tour and a short walking tour of the "Old City" After the walking tour we say down for a cup of coffee, and had to rush back to the ship. Everyone we spoke to complained that the few hours at this port was not enough.
Visited: Oct 27, 2017
by PatB38
Princess excursion buses all ended up in same places at same time--total chaos! It was our favorite destination and disappointing that it was so chaotic.
Visited: Oct 24, 2013
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