HIlda G. Morales, CITG
Born is San Juan, her parents
moved to Mayagüez when she
was six years old. Since
AdvenTours was established,
Hilda has been the only tour
operator based in the city and
offering their tours on a daily
basis. She coordinated in 2006
the training for the Tour Guides
of the city of Mayagüez through
APIE, Puerto Rican Association
of Interpretation and Education.
Born is San Juan, her parents
moved to Mayagüez when she
was six years old. Since
AdvenTours was established,
Hilda has been the only tour
operator based in the city and
offering their tours on a daily
basis. She coordinated in 2006
the training for the Tour Guides
of the city of Mayagüez through
APIE, Puerto Rican Association
of Interpretation and Education.
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Smell, feel, and taste...
| Porta del Sol, a destiny within a destiny. |
| Guánica |
The National Trust´s definition of cultural heritage tourism is "traveling to experience the places and activities
that authentically represent the stories and people of the past and present. It includes historic, cultural, and natural
resources." We have carefully selected activities where you will have the opportunity to experience Puerto Rico
through the eyes of our local people. Be different, join one of our CulTOURS today!
that authentically represent the stories and people of the past and present. It includes historic, cultural, and natural
resources." We have carefully selected activities where you will have the opportunity to experience Puerto Rico
through the eyes of our local people. Be different, join one of our CulTOURS today!
The "areyto" is a private ceremony performed in Arawak
language in honor of Yocahú Bagua Maorocotí, the Good
Spirit of the Taínos. A minimum of 25 participants is required.
This is the perfect activity for groups or extended families to
learn more about our culture.
For more information, contact us at (787) 530-8311.
language in honor of Yocahú Bagua Maorocotí, the Good
Spirit of the Taínos. A minimum of 25 participants is required.
This is the perfect activity for groups or extended families to
learn more about our culture.
For more information, contact us at (787) 530-8311.
The National Trust´s definition of cultural heritage tourism is "traveling to experience the places and activities
that authentically represent the stories and people of the past and present. It includes historic, cultural, and natural
resources." We have carefully selected activities where you will have the opportunity to experience Puerto Rico
through the eyes of our local people. Be different, join one of our CulTOURS today!
that authentically represent the stories and people of the past and present. It includes historic, cultural, and natural
resources." We have carefully selected activities where you will have the opportunity to experience Puerto Rico
through the eyes of our local people. Be different, join one of our CulTOURS today!
| SL A R U T A D E L C A F É |
As creators of La ruta del café in 1992, we are pleased to include this unique tour...
You will have the experience to visit a real coffee plantation on the countryside of Puerto Rico. A minimum of 2 participants is
necessary to offer this tour.
You will have the experience to visit a real coffee plantation on the countryside of Puerto Rico. A minimum of 2 participants is
necessary to offer this tour.
| TM |
Our meeting point will be at Mayagüez. A drive of approximately one hour will take
us to the small mountainous town of Las Marías where we will visit Hacienda
Palma Escrita, home of Café La Casona, a coffee plantation still in operation.
We will be greeted by the owners, who will be in charge of a walk through the
plantation while you learn more about the different varieties of coffee and how they
are grown in this side of the mainland of Puerto Rico. As you join this guided walk,
you will see all the stages involved in the cultivation process (cultivation, harvest of
the fruit, processing, pulping, washing, drying, hulling, and finally, roasting) until it
gets to your table. Ready to taste a cup of fresh coffee?
An optional stop for lunch is available at Parador La Hacienda Juanita or Erik´s
Bakery at the town of Maricao, lunch not included in price.
Off season, we can still visit the plantation although coffee will be growing for the
next year and you will not necessarily see all the stages of the cultivation process.
Please bring hat and long sleeves/pants, comfortable shoes to walk on the
plantation.
us to the small mountainous town of Las Marías where we will visit Hacienda
Palma Escrita, home of Café La Casona, a coffee plantation still in operation.
We will be greeted by the owners, who will be in charge of a walk through the
plantation while you learn more about the different varieties of coffee and how they
are grown in this side of the mainland of Puerto Rico. As you join this guided walk,
you will see all the stages involved in the cultivation process (cultivation, harvest of
the fruit, processing, pulping, washing, drying, hulling, and finally, roasting) until it
gets to your table. Ready to taste a cup of fresh coffee?
An optional stop for lunch is available at Parador La Hacienda Juanita or Erik´s
Bakery at the town of Maricao, lunch not included in price.
Off season, we can still visit the plantation although coffee will be growing for the
next year and you will not necessarily see all the stages of the cultivation process.
Please bring hat and long sleeves/pants, comfortable shoes to walk on the
plantation.
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MAZ-C1
September - December
4 hrs.
Moderate
30 - 60 minutes
From Mayagüez, not
later than 10 AM
2 PAX
$69 per person
Included
Yes
Always required
Not included in price,
$5 pp
Lunch, drinks or tips
Non-smokers only
September - December
4 hrs.
Moderate
30 - 60 minutes
From Mayagüez, not
later than 10 AM
2 PAX
$69 per person
Included
Yes
Always required
Not included in price,
$5 pp
Lunch, drinks or tips
Non-smokers only
| Muelhium Family - December 30, 2009 Westerndam - Mayagüez Port |
| SE P I C U R I O U S E X P E D I T I O N S |
At party time or holiday celebrations any resident, native born today, would
ask hosts:
Where's the Pork?
This expedition has been adapted from the one we offer at the Old San Juan.
A minimum of 2 participants is necessary to offer this tour.
Local favorite roast pork plus drinking beer, rum and sangria is an all national
favorite when cheerful celebrations come. So we take the time to present a fun
tasting experience, just be aware eating is our main objective. Each site will
provide samplings for one-of-a-kind tasting combo ending with pork as our main
dish of the day.
Our day starts with a short drive to El Seco, a fishermen community walking
distance from the port. The first stop is at Confitería Franco, once a chocolate
factory, now is home of the famous brazo gitano, a gypsy roll cake filled with guava
(original recipe), mango, cheese, or one of the many flavors you will find at Franco.
We continue our journey to the Plaza de Mercado (market place). Your Guide will
introduce the cultural background and importance of fruits, vegetables, roots, and
pork as part of the ingredients of today´s main dish. But, where is the pork?
Our next stop is at Fido´s Sangria Garden, home of Sangría Fido, a native sangría
and a must stop when visiting this side of the mainland of Puerto Rico. But, where
is the pork?
A twenty-five minute drive through a windy road will take us to Lechonera El Jobo,
located in la ruta del lechón (roasted pork gastronomy route). Here is the
opportunity to taste Roast pork, rice with green peas, viandas (roots), and many
other dishes. The real and original recipe for our lechón asado (roast pork).
Our last stop will be at Plaza Almirante Cristóbal Colón (town square) where you
will learn more about the encounter of the Spaniards with the Taínos and how
Mayagüez was developed into a city port, exporting coffee, sugar cane, and other
items. This is the opportunity to taste the islandwide famous helados chinos (ice
cream) from Rex Cream. If you want to taste something different, pick one of these
tropical flavors: pineapple, coconut, piña colada, acerola (Caribbean Cherry), or
maíz (maze); or maybe, you will like to try Cerveza Medalla ( world award winner
beer made in Mayagüez) in one of the small cafeterias at downtown.
ask hosts:
Where's the Pork?
This expedition has been adapted from the one we offer at the Old San Juan.
A minimum of 2 participants is necessary to offer this tour.
Local favorite roast pork plus drinking beer, rum and sangria is an all national
favorite when cheerful celebrations come. So we take the time to present a fun
tasting experience, just be aware eating is our main objective. Each site will
provide samplings for one-of-a-kind tasting combo ending with pork as our main
dish of the day.
Our day starts with a short drive to El Seco, a fishermen community walking
distance from the port. The first stop is at Confitería Franco, once a chocolate
factory, now is home of the famous brazo gitano, a gypsy roll cake filled with guava
(original recipe), mango, cheese, or one of the many flavors you will find at Franco.
We continue our journey to the Plaza de Mercado (market place). Your Guide will
introduce the cultural background and importance of fruits, vegetables, roots, and
pork as part of the ingredients of today´s main dish. But, where is the pork?
Our next stop is at Fido´s Sangria Garden, home of Sangría Fido, a native sangría
and a must stop when visiting this side of the mainland of Puerto Rico. But, where
is the pork?
A twenty-five minute drive through a windy road will take us to Lechonera El Jobo,
located in la ruta del lechón (roasted pork gastronomy route). Here is the
opportunity to taste Roast pork, rice with green peas, viandas (roots), and many
other dishes. The real and original recipe for our lechón asado (roast pork).
Our last stop will be at Plaza Almirante Cristóbal Colón (town square) where you
will learn more about the encounter of the Spaniards with the Taínos and how
Mayagüez was developed into a city port, exporting coffee, sugar cane, and other
items. This is the opportunity to taste the islandwide famous helados chinos (ice
cream) from Rex Cream. If you want to taste something different, pick one of these
tropical flavors: pineapple, coconut, piña colada, acerola (Caribbean Cherry), or
maíz (maze); or maybe, you will like to try Cerveza Medalla ( world award winner
beer made in Mayagüez) in one of the small cafeterias at downtown.
TM
| SC A T H O L I C H E R I T A G E - P O R T A D E L S O L |
Discover the Catholic Heritage of Porta del Sol with us.
This journey takes you through six of the seventeen towns of Porta del Sol.
Learn how the Catholic religion was established in Puerto Rico and the role
of the region during this process. A minimum of 2 participants is necessary
to offer this tour.
This journey takes you through six of the seventeen towns of Porta del Sol.
Learn how the Catholic religion was established in Puerto Rico and the role
of the region during this process. A minimum of 2 participants is necessary
to offer this tour.
| SD E L U X E M A Y A G Ü E Z C I T Y T O U R |
A visit to Mayagüez is not complete without a comfortable guided city tour.
Learn more about Mayagüez while stopping at the most important attractions of this city. A minimum of 2 participants is
necessary to offer this tour.
Learn more about Mayagüez while stopping at the most important attractions of this city. A minimum of 2 participants is
necessary to offer this tour.
Individual or Solo Travel - Guided tours in this section are offered on a private basis to guarantee departures and available with a
minimum of 2, 4 or 6 participants; reservations and deposit are required. Non-smokers only.
Prices on this section are based on tours departing from Mayagüez. Meeting point will vary depending on selected activities.
minimum of 2, 4 or 6 participants; reservations and deposit are required. Non-smokers only.
Prices on this section are based on tours departing from Mayagüez. Meeting point will vary depending on selected activities.
Coffee Facts
This tour is part of our sustainable tourism approach in sponsoring initiatives of local residents. This tour departs from Mayagüez, please ask for quote if departing from San Juan. Discount for groups or extended families. |
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MAZ-C2
Upon request
3 - 4 hrs.
Easy
1 hour
From Mayagüez
9:00 AM, 1:00 PM
2 PAX
$85 per person
Included
Yes
Always required
Food tasting
Lunch, drinks or tips
Non-smokers only
Upon request
3 - 4 hrs.
Easy
1 hour
From Mayagüez
9:00 AM, 1:00 PM
2 PAX
$85 per person
Included
Yes
Always required
Food tasting
Lunch, drinks or tips
Non-smokers only
| Fido´s Sangría Garden new facilities |
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Private Tour
Reservations
Entrance Fees
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MAZ-C3
Wednesday thru Sunday
4 - 5 hrs.
Easy
2 - 2.5 hours
From Mayagüez, 8:00 AM
2 PAX
$65 per person
Included
Yes
Always required
Not included in price
Lunch, drinks or tips
Non-smokers only
Wednesday thru Sunday
4 - 5 hrs.
Easy
2 - 2.5 hours
From Mayagüez, 8:00 AM
2 PAX
$65 per person
Included
Yes
Always required
Not included in price
Lunch, drinks or tips
Non-smokers only
| Porta Coeli Religious Museum |
- Inmaculada Concepción - Ermita de Espinar
- Santa Rosa de Lima
- San Antonio Abad
- Museo Religioso Porta Coeli
- San Germán de Auxerre
- Basílica Menor Nuestra Señora de la Monserrate
- Catedral Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria
| Proper attire is required to join this tour. |
Following the tradition during the Holy Week, we will visit
seven churches within six towns. The stops include:
seven churches within six towns. The stops include:
Mayagüez is the largest and more important city of the western side of Puerto Rico.
It was in Mayagüez where Pablo Casals mother was born, as well as Eugenio María
de Hostos, known as the Citizen of América.
Created in 1992, this tour gives you the opportunity to enjoy a sightseeing of this
beautiful city with the following stops:
It was in Mayagüez where Pablo Casals mother was born, as well as Eugenio María
de Hostos, known as the Citizen of América.
Created in 1992, this tour gives you the opportunity to enjoy a sightseeing of this
beautiful city with the following stops:
- Tobacco shop -- see for yourself the process of how tobacco cigars are
made and the role of this industry in the economical development of the
island.
- Confitería Franco -- home of the famous brazo gitano (gypsy roll cake),
Confitería Franco began as a chocolate factory, now the brazo gitano is
known worldwide.
- Market Place -- agriculture has been and still is one of the most important
sectors in the economical development of this region, during this short stop
at the market place you will see the different varieties of bananas, native and
tropical fruits--taste a frappé made of one or a combination of these fruits.
- Historical District -- short walking tour at Plaza Almirante Cristóbal Colón,
including the City Hall and Casa Grande.
- After the walking tour, you will select one of these two options to finish the
tour:
- Eugenio María de Hostos Museum -- a 20 minute drive takes us to the
countryside of Mayagüez where you will learn more about the life and work of
Eugenio María de Hostos, known as the Citizen of America.
- Mayagüez Zoo -- only zoo in Puerto Rico.
| Eugenio María de Hostos Museum |
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MAZ-C4
Wednesday thru Saturday
4 hrs.
Easy
2 - 2.5 hours
From Mayagüez
8:00 AM, 1:00 PM
2 PAX
$45 per person
Included
Yes
Always required
Not included in price
Lunch, drinks or tips
Non-smokers only
Wednesday thru Saturday
4 hrs.
Easy
2 - 2.5 hours
From Mayagüez
8:00 AM, 1:00 PM
2 PAX
$45 per person
Included
Yes
Always required
Not included in price
Lunch, drinks or tips
Non-smokers only
If you are planning to visit Puerto Rico during the Holy Week ( this year Good
Friday will be celebrated on April 2, 2010), you can visit the seven churches on
Thursday and join the local celebrations on Friday.
Friday will be celebrated on April 2, 2010), you can visit the seven churches on
Thursday and join the local celebrations on Friday.
| Book 3 PAX for the Catholic Heritage of Porta del Sol and the 4th participant pays 50%. Offer valid only for the Centroamerican Games. |
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MAZ-C5
Upon request
3 hrs.
Moderate
3 hours
San Germán
Flexible
Groups only, 10 minimum
$25 per person
Yes
Always required
Lunch, entrance fees, tips
or transportation
Non-smokers only
Upon request
3 hrs.
Moderate
3 hours
San Germán
Flexible
Groups only, 10 minimum
$25 per person
Yes
Always required
Lunch, entrance fees, tips
or transportation
Non-smokers only
| Join our local architect during a walking tour through time and space. |
| "guariquén" Arawak word meaning "look" or "come here and see". |
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