Walled colonial city, Caribbean coastline, and the most-photographed corner of Colombia.
Cartagena is a 4-day city, and the surrounding Caribbean coast holds enough to extend that into a week. The old city's color, the Rosario Islands' clarity, and the Tayrona coastline are each worth their own days.
What's Inside
A 5-day Cartagena route plus Rosario Islands and Tayrona extension
Where to stay: Old City vs. Getsemaní vs. Bocagrande
Old City walking routes: which streets, which times of day
Rosario Islands: day trip vs. overnight, the snorkeling reality
Tayrona National Park: trek-in routing, beaches, accommodation
Food: arepas, ceviche, and the Caribbean Colombian dishes
Ideal For
Travelers extending a Medellín trip or wanting a focused Caribbean Colombia week.
Trip Details
Best season: December-April
Recommended trip length: 5-7 days
Guide length: 36 pages
Delivered as a printable PDF immediately after purchase.