Walk as a Roman in Cartagena

Excursion Highlights:
  • Step into the shoes of ancient Romans with a unique, expert-led shore excursion in Cartagena, Spain. Time travel has never been this real!
  • Explore the House of Fortune, a well-preserved Roman residence, with entrance fees included in your tour. Authenticity at its best!
  • Savor wines recreated from ancient recipes at Cartago Mundi, an experience that mimics the grandeur of historic Roman banquets.
  • Don an authentic Roman attire for the perfect souvenir photo. Indulge in the Roman way of life!
Price: $118.00
Children (ages 0 to 4 years old) free but must be accounted for below at the time of booking.
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Summary
Shore Excursion Size ? Small
Shore Excursion Type Walking Tour
Shore Excursion Duration 2 Hours
Activity Level ? Moderate
Shore Excursion Leaves From ? An approximate 5-minute walk from the cruise ship pier is required to reach your departure location. Full details will be provided in your electronic ticket upon confirmation.
Food/Beverage Provided Enjoy a special treat of cheese, bread, and red wine, made as in Roman times.
Recommended Dress We recommend comfortable clothes and sensible walking shoes or sneakers. Sunglasses and sunscreen are also suggested.
Restrictions Guests must be able to walk on paved and cobblestone surfaces. There may be steps and steep curbs in some areas. If you require a wheelchair, please inform us at least one week before your arrival. If you need assistance pushing a wheelchair, there is an additional fee of 75 EUR to hire a companion. Please note that the official guide will not push the wheelchair. We can arrange for motorized wheelchairs at a cost of 50 EUR, which will be delivered to you at the dock's gate and can be returned to the same location - we will handle the logistics for you. Alternatively, you can bring your own wheelchair and have someone accompany you to push it. Please note that the accompanying individual will need to purchase the tour as well. Please be aware that there is a small slope leading to the Roman Theater and stairs at the Fortune House. Unfortunately, the House of Fortune is not wheelchair accessible. However, guests in wheelchairs can opt to skip the house visit and be escorted directly to the wine tasting. They will still have the opportunity to experience the house through a projection at Cartago Mundi. Please note that the minimum legal drinking age in Spain is 18 years old.

Walk as a Roman in Cartagena

Step into the shoes of ancient Romans with our shore excursion in Cartagena, Spain. This unique experience, crafted under the guidance of expert archaeologists, transports you back to the time when the Roman Empire flourished in this historic city.

Once your adventure begins, you will be swiftly led to the House of Fortune. Here, you'll explore a Roman residence that has stood the test of time, offering a glimpse into ancient domestic life, with the entrance fees conveniently included in your tour.

The journey continues at Cartago Mundi, a cultural hall brimming with Roman history and artifacts, where you're invited to savor wines meticulously recreated from ancient recipes. These exquisite beverages, infused with honey, flowers, fruits, and spices, are the result of extensive technological analysis and historical research on amphorae discovered during archaeological digs. Embrace the spirit of Roman banquets and indulge in these ancient delights.

To complete your transformation into a Roman citizen, we offer you the chance to don authentic Roman attire. Seize this opportunity for unforgettable selfies and memories, immersing yourself fully in the Roman way of life.

The tour returns you to the meeting point, however, the exploration doesn't have to end there. Feel free to wander through the heart of Cartagena at your leisure, with no worry of losing your way back to the ship.

This excursion is more than a tour; it's a time-traveling experience that connects you with the ancient world through sights, tastes, and even attire, making it a must-do for history enthusiasts and adventurers alike docking at the port of Cartagena. Join us and step back in time to relive the grandeur of the Roman Empire in the historic city of Cartagena.