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Private French Caribbean Rum Tour with Tastings
Basse-Terre Island
Important Information
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Discover some of Guadeloupe’s finest rums and learn more about how agricole rums are made in this archipelago during a 3.5-hour private tour of an award-winning rum distillery and a renowned producer of aged rum.
Discover the unique character of our rums and the terroir-focused approach of our sugar cane producers. You will be guided by an expert local guide (WSET Level 2 certified in spirits) who will explain everything you need to know about our rums.
Highlights
3 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Pointe-à-Pitre Cruise Terminal pickup and drop-off
Private transportation
Minimum 6 Premium Rums Tasting
Private tour
Entrance fee
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel (Pointe-à-Pitre or Le Gosier) )pickup and drop-off
Expert local guide (WSET Level 2 certified in spirits)
Lunch
Gratuities
Personal purchases & expenses
Other itinaries
Private French Caribbean Rum Tour with Tastings
Basse-Terre Island
About
Discover some of Guadeloupe’s finest rums and learn more about how agricole rums are made in this archipelago during a 3.5-hour private tour of an award-winning rum distillery and a renowned producer of aged rum.
Discover the unique character of our rums and the terroir-focused approach of our sugar cane producers. You will be guided by an expert local guide (WSET Level 2 certified in spirits) who will explain everything you need to know about our rums.
Highlights
3 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Pointe-à-Pitre Cruise Terminal pickup and drop-off
Private transportation
Minimum 6 Premium Rums Tasting
Private tour
Entrance fee
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel (Pointe-à-Pitre or Le Gosier) )pickup and drop-off
Expert local guide (WSET Level 2 certified in spirits)
Your journey from Pointe-à-Pitre takes you through the lush countryside of the island of Basse-Terre to the rhum distillery, home of Guadeloupe’s famous rum. Enjoy a narrated sightseeing drive as your guide unfolds the history of Guadeloupe in a lively and interactive discussion. Upon arrival at the estate, you will be welcomed with sugar cane juice and pieces of sugar cane to snack on.
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Capesterre-Belle-Eau
Take a step back in time and get a glimpse of how Guadeloupe was 300 years ago. Visit to a functional historical plantation where your guide will be given a tour. Discover what goes into the French island’s rum distilling process, followed by the opportunity to taste authentic rums and liqueurs. While here, you will be able to purchase your favorite flavors at excellent prices (not included).
1 hour and 20 minutes
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Capesterre-Belle-Eau
The tour ends with a visit to the archipelago’s only rum producer specializing in the ageing of rums. The in-house guide will take you on a tour of the ageing cellar and bottling area to show you the long process of ageing distillates, the work of the cellar master and the production of amber, golden and old rums. The tour ends with a guided tasting session with the in-house guide or your guide, during which you can sample the aged rums of your choice.
