| Cruise |
AmaMelodia, Magic of Colombia ex Barranquilla to Cartagena |
| Cruise Line |
AmaWaterways |
| Ship |
AmaMelodia |
| Destination |
South American Rivers |
| Brief Description |
7 Night Cruise sailing from Barranquilla to Cartagena Turistica aboard AmaMelodia. |
| Type of Cruise |
River |
| Departure Date |
16 Sep 2026 |
| Cruise Description |
7 Night Cruise sailing from Barranquilla to Cartagena Turistica aboard AmaMelodia.
Day 1: Barranquilla, Colombia
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: Cartagena, Colombia
Disembark and carry home the magic of Colombia.
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| Sailing Dates |
| 16 Sep 2026 |
| 28 Oct 2026 |
| 11 Nov 2026 |
| 25 Nov 2026 |
| 09 Dec 2026 |
| 23 Dec 2026 |
| 06 Jan 2027 |
| 20 Jan 2027 |
| 03 Feb 2027 |
| 17 Feb 2027 |
| 17 Mar 2027 |
| 31 Mar 2027 |
| 14 Apr 2027 |
| 12 May 2027 |
| 26 May 2027 |
| 09 Jun 2027 |
| 01 Sep 2027 |
| 15 Sep 2027 |
| 29 Sep 2027 |
| 13 Oct 2027 |
| 27 Oct 2027 |
| 10 Nov 2027 |
| 24 Nov 2027 |
| 08 Dec 2027 |
| 22 Dec 2027 |
| Pricing |
| Please enquire for pricing |
Cruise Itinerary
| Date |
Port |
Arrive |
Depart |
| 16 Sep 2026 |
Barranquilla, Colombia |
Embark |
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| 17 Sep 2026 |
Nueva Venecia, Colombia |
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| 18 Sep 2026 |
Santa Barbara De Pinto, Colombia |
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| 18 Sep 2026 |
Mompox, Colombia |
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Overnight |
| 19 Sep 2026 |
Mompox, Colombia |
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Overnight |
| 20 Sep 2026 |
Mompox, Colombia |
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| 20 Sep 2026 |
El Banco, Colombia |
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| 21 Sep 2026 |
Magangue, Colombia |
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| 21 Sep 2026 |
Calamar, Colombia |
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| 22 Sep 2026 |
Cartagena, Colombia |
Muelle |
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| 22 Sep 2026 |
Cartagena, Colombia |
Turistica |
Overnight |
| 23 Sep 2026 |
Cartagena, Colombia |
Turistica |
Disembark |
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
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