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Overview
Starting from the Zenú Gold Museum in the walled city of Cartagena, you will learn directly about the Zenú gold, the history, and ancient farming techniques from local Zenú guides. Then, you will take private transportation to the Zenú workshop in the '20 de Julio' neighborhood, where a group of Cartagena's Zenú women live. There, you will meet local artisans responsible for creating masterpieces like the emblematic Colombian symbol, the sombrero Vueltiao . In their workshop, they will teach you some of their weaving techniques preserved for over 3,000 years.
Meeting and Pickup
The tour starts at the: Museo del Oro, a wonderfull museum in the center of the walled city, there you will meet with the local guide.
End Point
This tour has no end point, it can end wherever it suits you.
Language Offered
English-GUIDE
Spanish-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. Museo del Oro
2. 20 de Julio
Inclusion
Bottled water
Workshop with the indigenous women
Local indigenous guide
Snacks
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusion
Hotel pick-up
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
- 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For the workshop there is a small walk uphill for this reason is not recommended for people with walking difficulties.
Not wheelchair accessible.
Please bring confortable shoes and use sunscreen
Our experiences at Cartagena Insider always include a donation to Fem Colombia, a local nonprofit that for years has helped Afro-descendants and indigenous communities secure land rights.
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