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Less than one hour drive from San Juan, the town of Luquillo is
waiting for you. Since we depart from the Old San Juan, El
Condado, and Isla Verde, this journey starts with the scenic
Piñones coastal road where you will learn important facts of
Puerto Rican history from the time of the Taínos, the role of
Ponce de León, through the introduction of African slaves.
This tour blends history and culture with gastronomy, so be
aware that your main objective is tasting different flavors of
Puerto Rico and the Caribbean.
A short low-impact walk at El Yunque is included. This tour
stops only at the Visitors Center.
For full description, please visit this link.
waiting for you. Since we depart from the Old San Juan, El
Condado, and Isla Verde, this journey starts with the scenic
Piñones coastal road where you will learn important facts of
Puerto Rican history from the time of the Taínos, the role of
Ponce de León, through the introduction of African slaves.
This tour blends history and culture with gastronomy, so be
aware that your main objective is tasting different flavors of
Puerto Rico and the Caribbean.
A short low-impact walk at El Yunque is included. This tour
stops only at the Visitors Center.
For full description, please visit this link.
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| Updated January 14, 2012. |
| Prices might vary depending on gasoline prices at the time of the tour. Please ask before booking any tour. |
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!
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| Individual or Solo Travel - Guided tours in this section are offered on a private basis to guarantee departures and available up to 4 PAX; you don´t need to sign up and wait for a group to enjoy these tours. Reservations and deposit are always required. Available for groups and extended families. Non-smokers only. Remember, we do not mix clients, we only offer private tours. Prices in this section are based on tours departing from Old San Juan, Isla Verde, and El Condado. Meeting point will vary depending on selected activities. |
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SJ-C4
Thursday
5 hrs.
2 hrs.
Easy
9:30 AM
4 PAX
$55 per person
Included
Yes
Always required
Not included
Lunch, drinks or tips
Thursday
5 hrs.
2 hrs.
Easy
9:30 AM
4 PAX
$55 per person
Included
Yes
Always required
Not included
Lunch, drinks or tips
Caguas, the heart of Puerto Rico, is a new tour that explores the role
of Puerto Rican women in the social and economical development of
our country.
Our first stop will be at the Tobacco Museum located in the historic
district of the city, followed by a visit and walk at the Caguas Botanical
and Cultural Garden where you will learn why this town is called the
heart of Puerto Rico.
of Puerto Rican women in the social and economical development of
our country.
Our first stop will be at the Tobacco Museum located in the historic
district of the city, followed by a visit and walk at the Caguas Botanical
and Cultural Garden where you will learn why this town is called the
heart of Puerto Rico.
The short version of the tour is available on a daily basis and
includes a visit to the Coffee Museum in Ciales where you will have
the opportunity to buy local coffee or taste a cup of Café Don Pello
while you learn about the coffee industry in Puerto Rico. Lunch at a
local small restaurant. Cruise ship passenger, it takes a drive of
approximately one and a half hour from San Juan; you should depart
at 10:00 PM or later to go on this trip.
The long version of the tour is available from September - December
and includes a visit to a real coffee plantation. You will learn 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. This tour is not available for cruise
ship passengers since it takes a drive of approximately 2 hours and a
half or more to reach the coffee plantation. Lunch at a local restaurant.
Do you want to experience the feeling of an overnight at a coffee
plantation? Ask for our tour package at Hacienda Pomarrosa.
includes a visit to the Coffee Museum in Ciales where you will have
the opportunity to buy local coffee or taste a cup of Café Don Pello
while you learn about the coffee industry in Puerto Rico. Lunch at a
local small restaurant. Cruise ship passenger, it takes a drive of
approximately one and a half hour from San Juan; you should depart
at 10:00 PM or later to go on this trip.
The long version of the tour is available from September - December
and includes a visit to a real coffee plantation. You will learn 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. This tour is not available for cruise
ship passengers since it takes a drive of approximately 2 hours and a
half or more to reach the coffee plantation. Lunch at a local restaurant.
Do you want to experience the feeling of an overnight at a coffee
plantation? Ask for our tour package at Hacienda Pomarrosa.
Explore the countryside of
Puerto Rico with the original
coffee plantation tour!
Puerto Rico with the original
coffee plantation tour!
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Reservations
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Restrictions
SJ-C1
September - December
Easy
30 - 60 minutes
$275 up to 4 PAX
Short Version
(approx. 6 hours)
$375 up to 4 PAX
Long Version
(approx. 9 hours)
Included
Yes
Always required
Entrance fees ($15 pp),
lunch, drinks or tips
Non-smokers only
September - December
Easy
30 - 60 minutes
$275 up to 4 PAX
Short Version
(approx. 6 hours)
$375 up to 4 PAX
Long Version
(approx. 9 hours)
Included
Yes
Always required
Entrance fees ($15 pp),
lunch, drinks or tips
Non-smokers only
| La ruta del café |
| Created in 1992. |
HALF-DAY THEMATIC CulTours
with an local insider
with an local insider
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Private Tour
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Includes
Not included
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Private Tour
Reservations
Includes
Not included
SJ-C2
Saturday
6 hours
Easy
.4 miles
11:00 AM
$375 up to 4 PAX
Included
Yes
Always required
Two complimentary drinks (Bilí,
Coquitazo or coconut water),
entrance fees, plus creole
cuisine tasting
Lunch, drinks or tips
Saturday
6 hours
Easy
.4 miles
11:00 AM
$375 up to 4 PAX
Included
Yes
Always required
Two complimentary drinks (Bilí,
Coquitazo or coconut water),
entrance fees, plus creole
cuisine tasting
Lunch, drinks or tips
FULL-DAY THEMATIC CulTours
with an local insider
with an local insider
| Your host will be Hilda Morales, creator of La ruta del café. |
| You will meet local resident and Certified Bartender Sandra Díaz at the Kioskos de Luquillo, together you will sample different flavors of Puerto Rico and the Caribbean, including Sandra´s Bilí and Coquitazo. You will learn how to make your own drinks . |
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Known as the Father of Modern Puerto Rico, Luis Muñoz Marin
was the first democratically elected Governor of Puerto Rico.
He worked with the Government of the United States to create
the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and a favorable
environment for economic development, social and political
progress. His achievements earned him the Presidential
Medal of Freedom in 1963.
The Luis Muñoz Marín Foundation mission is to preserve and
disseminate the values, philosophy, and thoughts of the first
democratically elected Governor by Puerto Ricans and by
applying them to contemporary challenges.
We will stop for lunch at a local fonda (not included in price).
was the first democratically elected Governor of Puerto Rico.
He worked with the Government of the United States to create
the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and a favorable
environment for economic development, social and political
progress. His achievements earned him the Presidential
Medal of Freedom in 1963.
The Luis Muñoz Marín Foundation mission is to preserve and
disseminate the values, philosophy, and thoughts of the first
democratically elected Governor by Puerto Ricans and by
applying them to contemporary challenges.
We will stop for lunch at a local fonda (not included in price).
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Availability
Duration
Effort Level
Walking Time
Departure
Minimum
Price
Transportation
Private Tour
Reservations
Not included
Availability
Duration
Effort Level
Walking Time
Departure
Minimum
Price
Transportation
Private Tour
Reservations
Not included
SJ-C3
Saturday and Sunday
4 hrs.
Low impact
1 1/2 hr.
10:00 AM from San Juan
4 PAX
$55 per person
Included
Yes
Always required
Entrance fees, lunch or tips
Saturday and Sunday
4 hrs.
Low impact
1 1/2 hr.
10:00 AM from San Juan
4 PAX
$55 per person
Included
Yes
Always required
Entrance fees, lunch or tips
What to bring - hat, camera.
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Departure
Price
Transportation
Private Tour
Reservations
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Not included
Availability
Duration
Departure
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Transportation
Private Tour
Reservations
Includes
Not included
SJ-C5
Second and last
Friday of the month
6 hours
3:00 PM
$375 up to 4 PAX
Included
Yes
Always required
Entrance fees, food
tasting
Meals, drinks or tips
Second and last
Friday of the month
6 hours
3:00 PM
$375 up to 4 PAX
Included
Yes
Always required
Entrance fees, food
tasting
Meals, drinks or tips
When the drums start pounding, you energize your spirit! You will
meet our Interpretive Guide at the Old San Juan. Your journey
through history starts with an informal chat of the introduction of
slaves in Puerto Rico and their important role in our culture. Your
first stop will be at the Museum of Our African Roots.
The tour continues with a short drive to Piñones, where you will be
sampling some of our Afro Puerto Rican dishes. Our third and last
stop will be at the Centro Cultural y Ecoturístico of Piñones. Enjoy
Toque de Bomba y Plena, an Afro Puerto Rican Music Show.
meet our Interpretive Guide at the Old San Juan. Your journey
through history starts with an informal chat of the introduction of
slaves in Puerto Rico and their important role in our culture. Your
first stop will be at the Museum of Our African Roots.
The tour continues with a short drive to Piñones, where you will be
sampling some of our Afro Puerto Rican dishes. Our third and last
stop will be at the Centro Cultural y Ecoturístico of Piñones. Enjoy
Toque de Bomba y Plena, an Afro Puerto Rican Music Show.
| You will meet local resident and Certified Bartender Sandra Díaz at Piñones, where you will be sampling some of our Afro Puerto Rican dishes while enjoying a live music show. |
| Cruiseship groups and extended families are welcomed! Please ask for price. |
