Andrew DEREK UK
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DH was there years ago. He says he had the best ever margarita there. It's one of the ways I was able to get him on this cruise.(He's a margarita snob
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Here's some sample excursions I found there: http://www.hollandamerica.com/dest/port.do?portCode=CTG&dest=T
Look at the first line on this one:-
Cartagena City Tour
DURATION: Approximately 4 hours
PRICE: $49 Adult $29 Child
Once a preferred target for pirates until construction of an impressive fortress, Cartagena earned the reputation as the treasure chest of the Spanish Main. Travel by bus past the Manga residential area's restored mansions. Visit the monastery with its ornate, 22-karat gold foil altar and a lovely, flower-filled courtyard, then stop at the Fort of San Felipe de Barajas, a 17th-century work of Spanish Military engineering.
At Las Bovedas (The Dungeons), there's time for handicraft shopping. Pass through Simón Bolivar Square and the Inquisition Palace before continuing on to the Church of San Pedro Claver--the patron saint of slaves. After a short folkloric show and a soft drink in the old walled city, continue to the modern residential area of Bocagrande, famous for its variety of emeralds, handicrafts and leather goods shops.
NOTES:
Guests may choose to remain in town for more extensive shopping and return to the ship on their own
