City Tour In Chiva
Traveler rating
3.6/5
Based on 13 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is City Tour In Chiva worth booking?
City Tour In Chiva is a 3-hour experience in Cartagena, Colombia, from $35 per person. It scores 52 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.6/5 rating across 13 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 52 / 100
- Rating
- 3.6/5 (13)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $35 per person
When doing the city tour in chiva (typical bus) you will enjoy a tour that will allow you to have a unique experience carried out by native guides and in emblematic vehicles of the area, This Tour will take you to know t
What you get
About this experience
When doing the city tour in chiva (typical bus) you will enjoy a tour that will allow you to have a unique experience carried out by native guides and in emblematic vehicles of the area, This Tour will take you to know the most representative sites of the city of Cartagena Heroic, making a stop at the monument of the old shoes, India Catalina, San Pedro Claver church, San Felipe Castle and walled city The tour is guided in Spanish and English at the time, not all the time it is guided in English
What's included
Included
- Entrance to the castle of San Felipe
- Transportation in chiva (Bus)
- Historian guide
Not included
- Bottled water
- Carbonated beverages
What you'll see and do
Cartagena
We will take a panoramic tour through the Bocagrande area, Cartagena bay, convention center. After this we will visit the monument of the old shoes, Castillo de San Felipe, We will pass by one side of the monument of Catalina India and finally we will take a walking tour through the historic center, All this tour is done in the company of a guide who will tell the whole story of cartagena de indias
180 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Cartagena
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Colombia Travel
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 13 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
13 verified traveler reviews for City Tour In Chiva. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
An unusual party bus. It is not for everyone.
We were on " La Cariñosa". Noisy, weird and unsafe. Never use the front row of the bus. It's the most uncomfortable seating row. The guide was just standing in the front row, and he was talking and spitting us a lot. Drivers are crazy, among heavy traffic in downtown Cartagena. A lot of vendors trying to sell you something. Didn't enjoy.
via Tripadvisor
POOR ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT
Lousy Service hired transfers 3 months in advance we were 8 people on the day of the transfer informed us that there are no buses available, however a day before we write to confirm the Service, in the end we were taken in private cars very bad organization and management.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Cartagena
Beautiful city, very friendly people, too hot🫠, the bad thing is that the street vendors harass tourists too much, how dirty Barú beach is, a lot of plastic waste. As for the agency we hired, Colombia Travel, the tour we took to the ancient city was wonderful and we had the best guide (Luchy) concerned and dedicated to the group. The administrative part (Olga) is concerned with selling but not with solving any problems that may arise. We had a problem with the suspension of a tour. The return took 7 business days and was solved in almost 2 months thanks to the management of another executive who I took our case to Ms. Olga, we sent her many WhatsApp messages, at first she answered us, then she only left us in status. In general it was a good trip, the city is super safe to navigate.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Not as advertised, and not in English.
I booked this understanding it to be primarily a walking tour around the city, with a bus trip and visit to the fort. The collection point is a bit of a way out of the main city area to the tour companies office. On arriving there I found the staff to have limited English, which was not an issue but they seemed generally unhelpful in advising what would be happening. The pointed to a plastic chair in the sun, for me to sit and wait as I was early. A bus arrived out front so I went over and someone came out of the office saying quite abruptly that he would get me when it was time. If he had said that to start with it would have been helpful. A guide turned up and rounded up a few of us then disappeared. I advised that I was booked onto an english speaking tour. I got a raised eyebrow in response. We were taken to the end of the road to wait for what turned out to be a public bus. There was a commentary in Spanish, and the odd word in English thrown in. Then the initial guide got off the bus, with no explanation as to what was happening. We drove around got to a small market with a statue of some shoes, limited explanations given in Spanish but nothing in English and we were just left in the hot afternoon sun for around 25 minutes. The purpose being to queue and take photos of these random shoes. I reminded the guide that I could not speak spanish so therefore had no idea what was happening and that I had booked a tour in English. WE then went to the fort, and again queued in full sun to get in. It transpired that we were going to be at the fort for about an hour before going back to the city, so were clearly not going to get a walking tour of the city. The tour was indepth and the guide did then make more of an effort to include me. After an hour or so we drove back to the city, to the Cartagena sign to take photos, and then we were taken to an emerald shop, where an explanation of everything was givne in spanish. I had already said I was staying in Centro so did not need to go back to the starting location on the bus. I ended my trip in the emerald store. This was not what was advertised. It is not fair or appropriate to offer a tour in English if that is not what you are going to give. If I had wanted an indepth fort visit, that's what I would have booked. In the end I did 2 very good, "free" walking tours of different parts of the city with a different company.
via Tripadvisor
A perfect way to meet cartagena
The entire trip is awesome, we went to different places, like de sapatos viejos, el Castillo de San Felipe, the old city of cartagena. In every place we had the opportunity to take pictures and buy souvenirs. It was amazing
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 52
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
City Tour In Chiva: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cartagena.
How much does City Tour In Chiva cost?
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Prices start at $35 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cartagena usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does City Tour In Chiva take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cartagena is not rushed.
Is City Tour In Chiva worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 52 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.6/5 across 13 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cartagena, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule City Tour In Chiva?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is City Tour In Chiva suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book City Tour In Chiva?
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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cartagena can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cartagena and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does City Tour In Chiva start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cartagena within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cartagena?
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On Outty we rank every Cartagena experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Historic Center & Getsemaní Shared Tour in Cartagena, Cartagena VIP Boat Tour: Rosario Islands & Snorkel, Cartagena Antigua & Barrio Getsemani group with audio system. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cartagena?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cartagena?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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