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SJ-C4
Saturday
5 hrs.
2 hrs.
Easy
8:30 AM
$299 up to 4 PAX
Included
Yes
Always required
Entrance fees, lunch
Drinks or tips
Non-smokers only
Saturday
5 hrs.
2 hrs.
Easy
8:30 AM
$299 up to 4 PAX
Included
Yes
Always required
Entrance fees, lunch
Drinks or tips
Non-smokers only
OPTION 1 - 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.
OPTION 2 - La ruta del Beato, a new route in Caguas takes you to a
historical journey from 1898 through present time while you learn
about the life of Carlos Manuel "Charlie" Rodríguez. This option can
be combined with Catholic Heritage of the Old San Juan--combine
and save!
Both options include lunch at a local fonda.
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.
OPTION 2 - La ruta del Beato, a new route in Caguas takes you to a
historical journey from 1898 through present time while you learn
about the life of Carlos Manuel "Charlie" Rodríguez. This option can
be combined with Catholic Heritage of the Old San Juan--combine
and save!
Both options include lunch at a local fonda.
HALF-DAY THEMATIC CulTours
with a local insider
with a local insider
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SJ-C2
Saturday
6 hours
Easy
.4 miles
11:00 AM
$399 up to 4 PAX
Included
Yes
Always required
Two complimentary drinks,
entrance fees, plus creole
cuisine tasting
Drinks or tips
Non-smokers only
Saturday
6 hours
Easy
.4 miles
11:00 AM
$399 up to 4 PAX
Included
Yes
Always required
Two complimentary drinks,
entrance fees, plus creole
cuisine tasting
Drinks or tips
Non-smokers only
| You will meet local resident host at the Kioskos de Luquillo, together you will sample different flavors of Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. You will learn how to make your own mojito. |
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SJ-C3
Wednesday thru Sunday
4 hrs.
Low impact
1 1/2 hr.
9:30 AM from San Juan
$325 up to 4 PAX
Included
Yes
Always required
Entrance fees, lunch
Drinks or
Non-smokers only
Wednesday thru Sunday
4 hrs.
Low impact
1 1/2 hr.
9:30 AM from San Juan
$325 up to 4 PAX
Included
Yes
Always required
Entrance fees, lunch
Drinks or
Non-smokers only
| What to bring? Hat, camera, comfortable shoes. |
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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 the colonization of Puerto Rico and 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 El Portal Rain Forest Center. |
Known as the Father of Modern Puerto Rico, Luis Muñoz Marin
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.
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.
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VSJ-UBW
Daily upon request
2 hours
Moderate
2 hours
8:00 AM
6 PAX
$25 per person
Not included
Yes
Always required
N/A
Lunch or tips
Daily upon request
2 hours
Moderate
2 hours
8:00 AM
6 PAX
$25 per person
Not included
Yes
Always required
N/A
Lunch or tips
| Your host will be Hilda Morales, owner of Birding Puerto Rico. |
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Epicurious Expeditions of the Old San Juan blends the flavor of the Puerto Rican and Caribbean cuisine with our culture;
no wonder Christopher Columbus was looking for a better route to the Indies. Several options, including walking tour of
old kitchens and dinning rooms. Please contact us for details. [Code VSJ-TWT6]
no wonder Christopher Columbus was looking for a better route to the Indies. Several options, including walking tour of
old kitchens and dinning rooms. Please contact us for details. [Code VSJ-TWT6]
·Eco-Friendly Tip
when you join one of our walking tours. |
HALF-DAY THEMATIC WALKING TOURS
with an local insider
with an local insider
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Dilcia will guide you during our
Old San Juan historical walks.
Old San Juan historical walks.
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Historical Walk - Through centuries, human impact have
change our natural landscape and ecology. Through a series
of thematic walks you will learn about history, ethnic cuisine,
architecture, traditions, and nature. Excellent opportunity to see
one of our "champion" trees. [Code VSJ-TWT1]
Catholic Heritage of the Old San Juan - Created in 2001, this
walking tour shows you the history of Puerto Rico through
another perspective: the establishment of the Catholic Church
in Puerto Rico and the New World. Some churches are in the
restoration process, we will not go inside; instead, we will
explain the most relevant aspects of the site from the outside.
[Code VSJ-TWT2]
change our natural landscape and ecology. Through a series
of thematic walks you will learn about history, ethnic cuisine,
architecture, traditions, and nature. Excellent opportunity to see
one of our "champion" trees. [Code VSJ-TWT1]
Catholic Heritage of the Old San Juan - Created in 2001, this
walking tour shows you the history of Puerto Rico through
another perspective: the establishment of the Catholic Church
in Puerto Rico and the New World. Some churches are in the
restoration process, we will not go inside; instead, we will
explain the most relevant aspects of the site from the outside.
[Code VSJ-TWT2]
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VSJ-TWT1
Daily upon request
2 hours
Moderate
2 hours
8:30 AM
6 PAX
$25 per person
Not included
Yes
Always required
N/A
Lunch or tips
Daily upon request
2 hours
Moderate
2 hours
8:30 AM
6 PAX
$25 per person
Not included
Yes
Always required
N/A
Lunch or tips
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VSJ-TWT2
Wednesdays
2 hours
Moderate
2 hours
8:30 AM
6 PAX
$25 per person
Not included
Yes
Always required
N/A
Lunch or tips
Wednesdays
2 hours
Moderate
2 hours
8:30 AM
6 PAX
$25 per person
Not included
Yes
Always required
N/A
Lunch or tips
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| Urban Bird & Wildlife Watching Tours of the Old San Juan - Who said there is no birds or wildlife at the Old San Juan? If you plan to visit San Juan with limited time to go birding, you can join a professional Certified Tour Guide while learning about the history of Puerto Rico. Traveling solo? Contact us for price. What to expect? Endemics (Emerald, Spindalis), Antillean - Caribbean specialties (Greater Antillean Grackle, Green-throated Carib, Antillean Crested Hummingbird), migratory species (shorebirds, Northern Parula, Prairie Warbler), tropic birds, and many other species: Java Sparrow, Cave Swallow, Pearly-eyed Thrasher, Red-legged Thrush, Gray Kingbird, and more! |
| CULTURAL HERITAGE PROGRAM - SAN JUAN HALF/FULL DAY · PRE & POST · PACKAGES FOR INDIVIDUALS, SMALL GROUPS AND EXTENDED FAMILIES |
| "A great pleasure in life is doing what people say you cannot do." Walter Gagehot |
| Your host will be Hilda Morales, creator of La ruta del café. |
| What to bring? Hat, camera, comfortable shoes. |
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You will spend the first two
nights in the eastern tip looking
for approximately 12 endemics,
plus the five hummingbirds that
nest in Puerto Rico. You will be
visiting US only tropical rain
forest and the old naval base at
Roosevelt Roads (Ceiba Forest,
which is a dry forest like
Guánica). Then, we drive to the
west of the mainland, where we
will stay for two more nights,
looking for specialties of the
region, including the Elfin-woods
Warbler, and the Nightjar.
nights in the eastern tip looking
for approximately 12 endemics,
plus the five hummingbirds that
nest in Puerto Rico. You will be
visiting US only tropical rain
forest and the old naval base at
Roosevelt Roads (Ceiba Forest,
which is a dry forest like
Guánica). Then, we drive to the
west of the mainland, where we
will stay for two more nights,
looking for specialties of the
region, including the Elfin-woods
Warbler, and the Nightjar.
- Excellent local cuisine
- Local Certified Tour Guide
- The very best of both regions
- Endemic, Caribbean specialties
- Rare birds
- El Yunque National Forest
- Laguna Cartagena & Cabo Rojo
- National Wildlife Refuges
| La ruta del café |
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SJ-C1
September - December
Easy
1 - 2 hours
4 PAX
8:30 AM From San Juan
$ 99 pp Short Version
(approx. 6 hours)
$125 pp Long Version
(approx. 10 hours)
Included
Yes
One week in advance
Entrance fees, lunch
Drinks or tips
Non-smokers only
September - December
Easy
1 - 2 hours
4 PAX
8:30 AM From San Juan
$ 99 pp Short Version
(approx. 6 hours)
$125 pp Long Version
(approx. 10 hours)
Included
Yes
One week in advance
Entrance fees, lunch
Drinks or tips
Non-smokers only
| Route and concept created in 1992. |
Explore the countryside of
Puerto Rico with the original
coffee plantation tour!
Puerto Rico with the original
coffee plantation tour!
| What to bring? Hat, camera, comfortable shoes. |
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You will spend the first two
nights in the eastern tip looking
for approximately 12 endemics,
plus the five hummingbirds that
nest in Puerto Rico. You will be
visiting US only tropical rain
forest and the old naval base at
Roosevelt Roads (Ceiba Forest,
which is a dry forest like
Guánica). Then, we drive to the
west of the mainland, where we
will stay for two more nights,
looking for specialties of the
region, including the Elfin-woods
Warbler, and the Nightjar.
nights in the eastern tip looking
for approximately 12 endemics,
plus the five hummingbirds that
nest in Puerto Rico. You will be
visiting US only tropical rain
forest and the old naval base at
Roosevelt Roads (Ceiba Forest,
which is a dry forest like
Guánica). Then, we drive to the
west of the mainland, where we
will stay for two more nights,
looking for specialties of the
region, including the Elfin-woods
Warbler, and the Nightjar.
- Excellent local cuisine
- Local Certified Tour Guide
- The very best of both regions
- Endemic, Caribbean specialties
- Rare birds
- El Yunque National Forest
- Laguna Cartagena & Cabo Rojo
- National Wildlife Refuges
| La ruta del café |
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SJ-C1
September - December
Easy
1 - 2 hours
4 PAX
8:30 AM From San Juan
$ 99 pp Short Version
(approx. 6 hours)
$125 pp Long Version
(approx. 10 hours)
Included
Yes
One week in advance
Entrance fees, lunch
Drinks or tips
Non-smokers only
September - December
Easy
1 - 2 hours
4 PAX
8:30 AM From San Juan
$ 99 pp Short Version
(approx. 6 hours)
$125 pp Long Version
(approx. 10 hours)
Included
Yes
One week in advance
Entrance fees, lunch
Drinks or tips
Non-smokers only
| Route and concept created in 1992. |
Explore the countryside of
Puerto Rico with the original
coffee plantation tour!
Puerto Rico with the original
coffee plantation tour!
| What to bring? Hat, camera, comfortable shoes. |
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| Your host will be Hilda Morales, creator of La ruta del café. |
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| This short version of La ruta del café is available Friday through Sunday. We will drive to the mountains of the small town of Ciales where we will visit the Coffee Museum. You will have the opportunity to learn about the history of coffee and taste a cup of Café Don Pello. This is an excellent opportunity to buy local coffee to take back home as a gift or for you to taste while remembering your vacation in Puerto Rico. |
- Excellent local cuisine
- Local Certified Tour Guide
- The very best of both regions
- Endemic, Caribbean specialties
- Rare birds
- El Yunque National Forest
- Laguna Cartagena & Cabo Rojo
- National Wildlife Refuges
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| SJ-CoffeTour Friday through Sunday Easy Approximately 6 hours 1 - 2 hours 4 PAX 8:30 AM From San Juan $99 pp. Larger groups should contact us for price. Included Yes One week in advance Entrance fee, lunch Drinks or tips Non-smokers only |
Explore the countryside of
Puerto Rico with the original
coffee plantation tour!
Puerto Rico with the original
coffee plantation tour!
| What to bring? Hat, camera, comfortable shoes. |
| Your host will be Hilda Morales, creator of La ruta del café. |
| Cruise ship passenger: you can book the long version if you arrive depart at 10:00 PM or later to go on this trip. |
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During our drive to Las Marías
(two and a half hours), your
guide will share different
aspects of the social and
economical development of
Puerto Rico (1800 thru 1900),
and Las Marías was one of the
most prosperous towns. At
Hacienda Palma Escrita, 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.
(two and a half hours), your
guide will share different
aspects of the social and
economical development of
Puerto Rico (1800 thru 1900),
and Las Marías was one of the
most prosperous towns. At
Hacienda Palma Escrita, 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.
- Your host will be Hilda Morales,
creator of La ruta del café in
1992. - Lunch at La Casona de Artemio
or included in price.
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SJ-RutadelCafé
September - December
Easy
Approximately 10-12 hrs.
1 - 2 hours
8 PAX
7:30 AM From San Juan
$125 pp
(approx. 10 hours)
Included
Yes
One week in advance
Entrance fees, lunch
Drinks or tips
Non-smokers only
September - December
Easy
Approximately 10-12 hrs.
1 - 2 hours
8 PAX
7:30 AM From San Juan
$125 pp
(approx. 10 hours)
Included
Yes
One week in advance
Entrance fees, lunch
Drinks or tips
Non-smokers only
| What to bring? Hat, camera, comfortable shoes. |
Do you want to experience the feeling of an overnight at a coffee plantation? Ask for our tour package Aroma de Café. Relax - you are the boss! |
| Your host will be Hilda Morales, creator of La ruta del café. |
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You will spend the first two
nights in the eastern tip looking
for approximately 12 endemics,
plus the five hummingbirds that
nest in Puerto Rico. You will be
visiting US only tropical rain
forest and the old naval base at
Roosevelt Roads (Ceiba Forest,
which is a dry forest like
Guánica). Then, we drive to the
west of the mainland, where we
will stay for two more nights,
looking for specialties of the
region, including t
nights in the eastern tip looking
for approximately 12 endemics,
plus the five hummingbirds that
nest in Puerto Rico. You will be
visiting US only tropical rain
forest and the old naval base at
Roosevelt Roads (Ceiba Forest,
which is a dry forest like
Guánica). Then, we drive to the
west of the mainland, where we
will stay for two more nights,
looking for specialties of the
region, including t
- Excellent local cuisine
- Local Certified Tour Guide
- The very best of both regions
- Endemic, Caribbean specialties
- Rare birds
- El Yunque National Forest
- Laguna Cartagena & Cabo Rojo
- National Wildlife Refuges
| Aroma de café |
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Availability
Effort Level
Walking Time
Minimum
Price
Transportation
Private Tour
Reservations
Includes
Not Included
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Price
Transportation
Private Tour
Reservations
Includes
Not Included
Restrictions
SJ-AromadeCafé
September - December
Easy
1 - 2 hours
4 PAX
8:30 AM From San Juan
$ 99 pp Short Version
(approx. 6 hours)
$125 pp Long Version
(approx. 10 hours)
Included
Yes
One week in advance
Entrance fees, lunch
Drinks or tips
Non-smokers only
September - December
Easy
1 - 2 hours
4 PAX
8:30 AM From San Juan
$ 99 pp Short Version
(approx. 6 hours)
$125 pp Long Version
(approx. 10 hours)
Included
Yes
One week in advance
Entrance fees, lunch
Drinks or tips
Non-smokers only
| Route and concept created in 1992. |
Explore the countryside of
Puerto Rico with the original
coffee plantation tour!
Puerto Rico with the original
coffee plantation tour!
| What to bring? Hat, camera, comfortable shoes. |
FULL-DAY THEMATIC CulTours
with an local insider
with an local insider
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| Explore the countryside of Puerto Rico with the original coffee plantation tour! |
| Connecting people with people... |
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| What is Eco-philosophy? ´"Eco-philosophy is "ecological" in the broadest sense: it sees humanity as one with nature, as an integral part of the process of evolution which carries the universe onward from matter to life, to consciousness, and ultimately to divine." [more] |
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Trying to include Cultural Heritage Tours in a website
sometimes is difficult, as culture includes many
aspects of our lives. That is why we have different tour
options island-wide. The length of the tour will depend
on your needs and time frame. We have included a
list of suggested activities in our Regional Menu,
sometimes is difficult, as culture includes many
aspects of our lives. That is why we have different tour
options island-wide. The length of the tour will depend
on your needs and time frame. We have included a
list of suggested activities in our Regional Menu,
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| 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! |
| Our Cultural Heritage Program is designed for individuals, solo travelers, and extended families. Groups are welcome! CULTURAL IMMERSION The best way to learn about a country s traveling with a local insider. We have designed a series of thematic CulTours that represents our past and present, from our prehistory to modern times. CULINARY TOURS Everyone needs to eat, but when we say "culinary tour" the main purpose of the trip will be tasting different flavors of Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. Are you ready? So, where is the pork? WALKING TOURS We have several options of walking tours at the Old San Juan, Mayagüez, Ponce, San Germán, and other towns. ANCESTRAL AREYTOS Private Ancestral Areytos take place at our El Yunque National Forest. |
Can we join a group in one of your Cultural Heritage
Program activities?
Our tours are offered on a private basis to guarantee selected activities;
henceforth, we do not mix clients. If you are willing to share with other
customers, please send us a note and we will try to do our best! We invite to
visit the links provided in this section, and remember, if what you are looking
is not listed here, drop us an email and we will coordinate your dream
vacation together.
Program activities?
Our tours are offered on a private basis to guarantee selected activities;
henceforth, we do not mix clients. If you are willing to share with other
customers, please send us a note and we will try to do our best! We invite to
visit the links provided in this section, and remember, if what you are looking
is not listed here, drop us an email and we will coordinate your dream
vacation together.
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