Magic of Colombia - Barranquilla to Cartagena
Deal number 26476131
AmaWaterways
AmaMagdalena
1st May 2027
Colombia
7-night cruise
Departing from Barranquilla
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What's Included
- 7 night AmaWaterways cruise from Barranquilla to Cartagena Turistica, onboard AmaMagdalenain a Twin Balcony Stateroom.
- All onboard dining in a variety of venues.
- Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients.
- Captain’s Welcome Cocktail and Dinner.
- Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner.
- Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast.
- Sip & Sail Daily Cocktail Hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks.
- Tapas, sandwiches, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge.
- Immersive tours in every destination including guided hikes.
- Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options.
- Local Flavors tours.
- Knowledgeable guides and personal headset for easy exploration.
- Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land programs.
- Sun deck, pool and fitness room.
- Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar.
- Bottled water in every stateroom replenished daily.
- Internet and Wi-Fi access.
- Daily entertainment including cultural performances.
- The service of a dedicated Travel Advisor managing your booking.
- Earn & Redeem Points on all travel with our new loyalty program, World360 Rewards*.
Itinerary
Journey through the soul of Colombia as you cruise the iconic Magdalena River. Your voyage winds through remarkable destinations, each stop revealing a new layer of Colombia’s identity—from rich musical rhythms to powerful stories of heritage and continuity. Discover a side of the country that can only be experienced by river, where every bend brings fresh beauty, meaning, and connection.
Day 1 Embarkation - Barranquilla, Colombia - Exclusive “carnaval” Celebration
Carnaval spirit and warm welcomes
Board your ship and set sail on the Magdalena. Settle into your stateroom and feel the city’s vibrant energy come alive. As evening falls, an exclusive Carnaval celebration bursts into color, music, and dance, filling the air with joy and rhythm. This UNESCO-recognized tradition immerses you in the lively spirit of Colombia, setting the perfect tone for your journey.
Day 2 Sabanagrande, Colombia
Village life along the Magdalena River
Explore charming riverside villages.Discover the gentle rhythms of life along the Magdalena in Sitio Nuevo. Wander through quiet streets, watch artisans at work, and savor the scents and flavors of local delicacies. The village’s warm hospitality and timeless traditions offer an intimate glimpse into Colombia’s vibrant cultural heart.
Day 3 Magangue, Colombia
Nature and music on the Magdalena
Drift through vibrant wetlands and lively streets. Board a small boat and drift through the emerald wetlands of Boca de Tacaloa, where vibrant birdlife and untamed nature create a living sanctuary. As evening falls, arrive in Mompox and feel the streets come alive with an exclusive open-air jazz performance.
Day 4 Mompox, Colombia
Historic beauty and timeless traditions
Wander timeless riverside streets steeped in artisanal charm. Step into the timeless rhythm of Mompox, where riverside streets and artisan workshops seem untouched by time. Glide through quiet corners and watch delicate filigree craftsmanship come to life, feeling the enduring spirit and vibrant culture of this storied town.
Day 5 Mompox, Colombia
Scenic cruising and cultural rhythms
Discover craft, color, and the soul of Cumbia. Begin the day drifting along tranquil waters before reaching Santa Bárbara de Pinto, where riverside life and age-old crafts carry on. Later, return aboard to be enveloped in the vibrant spirit of La Cumbia, as local families share music, stories, and dance that bring the region’s soul to life.
Day 6 Calamar, Colombia
Echoes of history along the Magdalena
Experience the spirit of freedom and heritage. Ride through Calamar by paola, soaking in the streets and riverside rhythm, before drifting onward to Palenque, the first ‘free town’ in the Americas. Experience its enduring traditions, from symbolic hairstyles to ancestral practices, and feel the vibrant heartbeat of its music, a UNESCO-recognized treasure of the region.
Day 7 Cartagena, Colombia
The coastal splendor of Cartagena
Experience Caribbean charm and vibrant culture. Drift into Cartagena, where sunlit streets, colorful neighborhoods, and lively plazas shimmer along the Caribbean coast. Wander through vibrant corners alive with music, art, and local flavors, feeling the city’s unique blend of history, culture, and coastal spirit.
Day 8 Disembarkation - Cartagena, Colombia
Disembark and carry home the magic of Colombia.
Day 1 Embarkation - Barranquilla, Colombia - Exclusive “carnaval” Celebration
Carnaval spirit and warm welcomes
Board your ship and set sail on the Magdalena. Settle into your stateroom and feel the city’s vibrant energy come alive. As evening falls, an exclusive Carnaval celebration bursts into color, music, and dance, filling the air with joy and rhythm. This UNESCO-recognized tradition immerses you in the lively spirit of Colombia, setting the perfect tone for your journey.
Day 2 Sabanagrande, Colombia
Village life along the Magdalena River
Explore charming riverside villages.Discover the gentle rhythms of life along the Magdalena in Sitio Nuevo. Wander through quiet streets, watch artisans at work, and savor the scents and flavors of local delicacies. The village’s warm hospitality and timeless traditions offer an intimate glimpse into Colombia’s vibrant cultural heart.
Day 3 Magangue, Colombia
Nature and music on the Magdalena
Drift through vibrant wetlands and lively streets. Board a small boat and drift through the emerald wetlands of Boca de Tacaloa, where vibrant birdlife and untamed nature create a living sanctuary. As evening falls, arrive in Mompox and feel the streets come alive with an exclusive open-air jazz performance.
Day 4 Mompox, Colombia
Historic beauty and timeless traditions
Wander timeless riverside streets steeped in artisanal charm. Step into the timeless rhythm of Mompox, where riverside streets and artisan workshops seem untouched by time. Glide through quiet corners and watch delicate filigree craftsmanship come to life, feeling the enduring spirit and vibrant culture of this storied town.
Day 5 Mompox, Colombia
Scenic cruising and cultural rhythms
Discover craft, color, and the soul of Cumbia. Begin the day drifting along tranquil waters before reaching Santa Bárbara de Pinto, where riverside life and age-old crafts carry on. Later, return aboard to be enveloped in the vibrant spirit of La Cumbia, as local families share music, stories, and dance that bring the region’s soul to life.
Day 6 Calamar, Colombia
Echoes of history along the Magdalena
Experience the spirit of freedom and heritage. Ride through Calamar by paola, soaking in the streets and riverside rhythm, before drifting onward to Palenque, the first ‘free town’ in the Americas. Experience its enduring traditions, from symbolic hairstyles to ancestral practices, and feel the vibrant heartbeat of its music, a UNESCO-recognized treasure of the region.
Day 7 Cartagena, Colombia
The coastal splendor of Cartagena
Experience Caribbean charm and vibrant culture. Drift into Cartagena, where sunlit streets, colorful neighborhoods, and lively plazas shimmer along the Caribbean coast. Wander through vibrant corners alive with music, art, and local flavors, feeling the city’s unique blend of history, culture, and coastal spirit.
Day 8 Disembarkation - Cartagena, Colombia
Disembark and carry home the magic of Colombia.
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