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Tour to San Basilio de Palenque with Pick-up
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Tour to San Basilio de Palenque with Pick-up
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Eng, Spa
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Discover the magic of San Basilio de Palenque, the first free town in the Americas founded by free Africans!
Join us on a fascinating day tour from Cartagena, where you'll travel 50 kilometers southeast to delve into the living history of Palenque. Founded in the 17th century by Afro-Colombians escaping slavery, this town maintains its own language, culture, and traditions to this day, and is recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.
Guided by a local Palenque expert, you'll begin the experience by visiting the Cultural Center, where you'll learn about the town's history of resistance and freedom, its ancestral practices, and its unique identity. The tour will take you to iconic sites, such as Plaza Benkos Biohó, named after the leader who founded the first "palenque" as a safe haven for those fleeing slavery.
One of the most special moments will be meeting the famous palenqueras, the vibrantly dressed women we often see in the walled city of Cartagena, who represent the African heritage and the strength of their community. Throughout the day, you'll also immerse yourself in the artistic expressions of the people, discovering the influence their music and dance have had on the development of popular Colombian rhythms like champeta.
To round out the experience, you'll enjoy a traditional lunch at a local restaurant, where the Afro-Caribbean flavors will captivate you. As an additional option, you can attend an exciting African drum show, feeling the beat of history in every beat.
Experience an enriching journey that will connect you with the deepest roots of Afro-Colombian culture. San Basilio de Palenque awaits you!
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Please provide complete accommodation details when booking. It is very important to note that it is the passenger's sole obligation and responsibility to contact the local contact number one day before the service to confirm the exact pickup point and time
Please be at the pickup point 15 minutes before the tour begins
Suitable for pregnant women and wheelchairs
Pets are welcome
Minimum age for the tour: 2 years
Bring comfortable walking clothes, hydration, and sunscreen
Minimum of 2 people to confirm the tour
Inclusions
Round-trip shared private transportation to and from your hotel
Local Palenque guide
Local lunch (beef, chicken, or vegetarian)
Palenque village tour
Exclusions
Tickets, meals and drinks except if expressly specified in the tour inclusions
Other services not specified
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the service.
For cancellations after this time limit or no-shows, no refund will be given.
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