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Overview
Imagine walking the same streets that inspired “Love in the Time of Cholera.” In every house, on every balcony, you still feel the atmosphere that gave birth to Gabriel García Márquez’s literary universe. During this tour, your guide Beyond will reveal how Cartagena marked the life of the Colombian Nobel laureate and how his novels were born from real places. You will discover what scenarios of San Diego are reflected in their stories, where the atmosphere of “From Love and Other Demons” arose and why this city was their emotional laboratory: the point where reality became magical realism. Many of Gabo's characters were not invented, but inspired by people who walked these same streets. As you walk through them, you will feel how the line between fiction and history becomes almost invisible It is a walk where the past blends with the imagination, where every stone has memory and every corner breathes poetry.
Meeting and Pickup
We will meet at the indicated time in Plaza Santo Domingo next to the Botero Sculpture "Gertrudis" where you will find your guide with the red Beyond Colombia umbrella.
End Point
This Tour is part of a shared experience called "Free Walking Tour" and the value that you pay through Viator is the same suggested tip per person for your guide's job. This amount that you pay in advance will go directly to your guide (minus the Viator commission). We hope you enjoy our experience!
Language Offered
Spanish-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. Plaza Santo Domingo
2. Claustro de la Merced Mausoleo de Garcia Marquez
3. Iglesia de Santo Toribio
4. Parque Fernández Madrid
5. Plaza de San Diego
6. Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena
7. HOTEL MAKONDO
8. Casa De Gabriel Garcia Marquez
Inclusion
San Diego Neighborhood Sightseeing Tour
Local shop recommendations for lunch, coffee, souvenirs and more.
Accurate and objective knowledge of Gabo’s literature and life.
Certified guide in Spanish.
Exclusion
Snacks
Transportation on the tour. We'll be walking and making rest stops.
Exclusive tour guide. Remember this is a shared tour,
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
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews
5.0
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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