Let’s start by thanking Romero, he was an absolute pleasure. He has a great sense of humor and an awesome playlist for the drive. He is a great tour guide and made our trip so enjoyable. I enjoyed all the stops, learning about the culture, experiencing traditional Palenque music and dance. Can I say how high energy the dancers were and the band was very good too. We went to see the medicine man, who has all kinds of herbal remedies, I wish I could bottle them up. We had an opportunity to enjoy a special tea and some palenque moonshine 🥰 I was amazed at the number and authenticity of the murals in Palenque. We got some very good pictures of the murals, which you could easily spend an entire day going from place to place. Lunch was included in our tour and it was quite delicious, chicken breast, rice, peas, salad which was like a coleslaw without the mayo. The drink that accompanied our meal was lemonade-ish with real cane sugar. The meal gave me my entire life. Culturally it is definitely an experience that makes me proud to be black. I could tell by looking at the people of Palenque, that we all descended from the same land because we look so much alike. This is a tour that I’d recommend if you like getting in touch with your roots or want to learn about another culture.
Tour De Palenque, Road to Emancipation.
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At a glance
- Duration
- 5–6 hours
- Price from
- $100 / person
- Location
- Cartagena, Colombia
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 2,254 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 30
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- La Perla Viajes y Turismo
Description
My product is unique because it is a tour where we will arrive at each of the places for a short time, knowing the most important aspects in a dynamic, fun way and delicious trying the sweets, "ñeque"; the tradicional rum and delicious food of PALENQUE. Important Note: If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 1–90)
- $100
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
San Basilio De Palenque
We invite you to discover a town that has maintained its marked identity for more than 400 years: the little corner of Africa in Colombia. Here is the time it will take to get from one place to another You will learn the history of the first free people of America. You will connect with ancestors and the African roots of Palenque de Benkos Biohó (Founder of Palenque). Enjoy the dance show, learn their traditional dance steps, and play the drums. Learn the Bantu language from Guinea and Congo accompanied by a native guide. We will make a stop in the town square, the house of Kombilesa mi; the folkloric rap group, the museum house, the Palenque Viejo, and traditional medicine. At the end, we will have lunch a delicious typical Palenquero dish.
Stop to take pictures in the letters of YO AMO A PALENQUE
Turbaco
On the way back we will pass through some towns without stopping.
What's included
Included
Native guide.
Transportación
Air-conditioned vehicle
Almuerzo.
Botella de Agua.
Dance Show.
Not included
Tips - Propinas
Pickup Locations & Times
The pick up of guests staying in the walled city is at 8:00 am in the clock tower, those staying in the neighborhoods Bocagrande, Castillo Grande and laguito the pickup is between 8:20 am and 8:45 am, customers staying in the neighborhoods Marbella, Cabrero, Crespo and Cielo Mar or any hotel in the north and sea apple the pickup from 8:50 am to 9:30 am. Customers staying in Manga must arrive at 8 am at the clock tower. Customers of hotels located in Manzanillo del Mar will be picked up at 8:30 am in a car that will take them out of the village and bring them to Cartagena to meet them with the guide. We do not pick up at hotels located in Barú or outside the city of Cartagena.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
2,254 reviews
How it compares in Cartagena
- No. 2 by number of reviews among 1,340 tours in Cartagena
- Starting price $100 is close to the typical $110 for tours of similar length in Cartagena
Excurgo comparison of 1,340 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children from 1 to 4 years old do not pay but must sit on their parents' laps.
- After booking please contact me to confirm pick up details. +573188202888
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Tour De Palenque, Road to Emancipation. take?
Tour De Palenque, Road to Emancipation. lasts about 5–6 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Tour De Palenque, Road to Emancipation. cost?
Prices start at $100 per person for this Cartagena experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Tour De Palenque, Road to Emancipation. run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM.
Can I cancel Tour De Palenque, Road to Emancipation. for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. The pick up of guests staying in the walled city is at 8:00 am in the clock tower, those staying in the neighborhoods Bocagrande, Castillo Grande and laguito the pickup is between 8:20 am and 8:45 am, customers staying in the neighborhoods Marbella, Cabrero, Crespo and Cielo Mar or any hotel in the north and sea apple the pickup from 8:50 am to 9:30 am. Customers staying in Manga must arrive at 8 am at the clock tower. Customers of hotels located in Manzanillo del Mar will be picked up at 8:30 am in a car that will take them out of the village and bring them to Cartagena to meet them with the guide. We do not pick up at hotels located in Barú or outside the city of Cartagena. Pickup points include Hotel Boutique At The Park.
What languages is Tour De Palenque, Road to Emancipation. offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Children from 1 to 4 years old do not pay but must sit on their parents' laps.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Tour De Palenque, Road to Emancipation. worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 2,254 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by La Perla Viajes y Turismo.
Reviews(2,254)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Hidden Gem of Colombia
J
Thank you, Palenque!
A valuable African diasporic experience. We enjoyed our time in Palenque with the people and learning about their culture, history, dancing, food, etc. Everything was safe and everyone was friendly. Highly recommend this experience - go on a day where your time is flexible.
J
Palenque tour was great!
It was a great experience. Loved learning about the history and the culture of Palenque! From Romeo, Our tour guide was great, funny and kind. Juan the driver got us there safely! Our meal was delicious 😋 .
E
Birthday Trip
The driver, Juan, transported us safely to and from the pick up location and all the stops along the way. Romero, our guide, was humorous, insightful, and informative. During the guide, he explained to the group about the cultural history, communal history, and the sustainability of the innovative, social economic system in Palengue
J
An amazing experience in Palenque
This was an excellent experience. I will be recommending this to all my friends and family. Romeo was an amazing tour guide. The driver Juan was also amazing. The food was delicious. The culture and experience is a 10/10
1
Tour
Great experience, lots of amazing history. Would definitely recommend. lunch was super great and learned a lot about the culture
M
A must see tour!!
We had a great time with Roméo as our tour guide. I would encourage anyone traveling to Cartagena to make time for this wonderful and vibrant learning experience. 10/10.
P
Palenque deserves a visit
A fantastic experience thanks to the guide, Romeo, and the Palenque community
C
Very good food, beautiful dance performance
It was a beautiful excursion with interesting insights into the culture and history of Palenge. The food (vegetarian option) was very, very delicious. However, I found the excursion a bit too expensive overall. I had booked directly through the organizer High Tours Agency.
4
An Enlightening Experience with a Valued History!
Rome’o was the perfect guide! He provided a wonderful experience with history, excitement and involvement from everyone! The adventure was enlightening to part of our cultural past that not many have been made aware. I appreciate all of the details and all of the support this tour received from the Palenque community! Thank you for a wonderful experience! 😊
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