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Shore Excursion Details
Gourmet Tour - Local Cuisine & Local Food Specialties
Cartagena, Spain
Gourmet Tour - Local Cuisine & Local Food Specialties
DETAILS
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43/4
hrs Estimate Duration
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Meal
OVERVIEW
Delve into the cuisine of Cartagena by sampling local specialties and lingering over a traditional lunch made with ingredients that best reflect the city’s gastronomy. As an introduction to Cartagena, which was founded more than 2,000 years ago, you will enjoy a panoramic drive through the city. An enlightening walk through the historic district follows, during which the guide will describe the local food scene. Stops will be made along the way to sample specialties that may include goat cheese and handmade confections and perhaps to discuss their preparation with the shop owners. A bit of free time will also be allotted for shopping before dining at a traditional downtown restaurant. Although the menu often changes, you may be served courses such as cod with chili-infused pil pil sauce, pork tenderloin with a boletus mushroom sauce, and Calatrava bread pudding à la mode.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Walk through the historic district and sample local specialties at various shops.
• Hear enlightening commentary about Cartagena’s traditional cuisine.
• Dine on some of the most representative dishes at a traditional downtown restaurant.
• Get a feel for the local culture on a panoramic drive through Cartagena.
HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.
Need to Know:
Note: Coaches do not have a lift and entering and exiting must be done via stairs. This tour includes approximately 1.5 hours of walking and standing, plus any additional walking at the guests' discretion during free time over even, and uneven paved surfaces. Any allergies must be noted when booking the tour. Cartagena´s historical center is not wheelchair accessible. It is not recommended for guests who utilize a wheelchair. As this excursion involves standing and walking for periods of time over even and uneven paved surfaces of approximately 1.5 hours, those guests with mobility concerns are cautioned to evaluate their personal level of ability and stamina. Casual, weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable, flat walking shoes are suggested.
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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES
Excursion Type:
Local Food-Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
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1Easy
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2Moderate
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3Challenging
Tours with this activity level involve a considerable amount of physical activity such as substantial walking over cobblestone streets, uneven or steep terrain, climbing stairs, or extended periods of standing. Not recommended for guests with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.
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