Private Rum-Tour Durch Die Französische Karibik Mit Verkostungen (nur auf Englisch)
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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. 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.

  • Discover the behind-the-scenes of this exceptional rum distillery.
  • Skip the queues and explore the distillery on a private tour.
  • Learn about the rum distilling, aging, and production process.
  • Discover the art of rum ageing and blending, and enjoy a guided tasting.
  • Taste exceptional rums (white rums, golden rums, aged rums and liqueurs).
  • Enjoy personalised attention with a maximum of 8 participants.
Included
  • Expert local guide (WSET Level 2 certified in spirits). 
  • Private Tour. 
  • Minimum 6 Premium Rums Tasting. 
  • Transport by air-conditioned van. 
  • Entry/Admission - Longueteau Estate & Distillery. 
  • Entry/Admission - Karukera Rums producer & cellar. 
  • Hotel (Pointe-à-Pitre or Le Gosier) )pickup and drop-off. 
  • Pointe-à-Pitre Cruise Terminal pickup and drop-off.
Not included
  • Transport from other locations.
  • Personal insurance and expenses.
  • Gratuities for the guide.
  • Drinks and lunch are not included.
Bring along

We recommend that you wear light, comfortable clothing and walking shoes.

Requirements
  • Departure from the cruise terminal in Pointe-à-Pitre or from your hotel/accommodation in Pointe-à-Pitre or Le Gosier at 9:15 a.m., 10:15 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. However, the timetable may change depending on the arrival time of your cruise ship. 
  • Estimated return between 13:30 and the cruise terminal in Pointe-à-Pitre or your hotel in Pointe-à-Pitre or Le Gosier. 
  • If you want to share your tour with others, you can put it on Cruise Critic. Most of the time this gives good results. You must do this yourself as we are not accepted on their site as a professional business.
  • Participants must be able to get on and off the transport. This tour is not accessible to wheelchairs, electric scooters or walkers.  
  • The price is based on a return journey from the cruise terminal in Pointe-à-Pitre, a hotel in Pointe-à-Pitre or from Le Gosier. 
  • This tour/shore excursion is reserved for people aged 18 and over. 
  • For groups of 9 or more, please email [email protected]. 
  • Distilleries will be booked once you have made your reservation.
Important information

CANCELLATION POLICY:

You may cancel up to 24 hours prior to the scheduled departure time or local service start time to receive a full refund, provided that the cancellation notification is made in writing (e-mail or form) or via the cancellation link received in the confirmation e-mail via the online booking platform (Regiondo) on our websites:

  • To receive a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time or the start time of the local service.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the scheduled departure time or the start time of the local service, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • No changes made less than 72 hours before the scheduled departure time or local service start time will be accepted.
  • No refund will be given if the cruise ship is unable to dock at the port of call.

Further information

ITINERARY

> MEETING POINT: OPTION 1 (POINTE-À-PITRE CRUISE TERMINAL)
Pointe-à-Pitre Cruise Terminal: our driver-guide will be waiting for you at 9:15 a.m., 10:15 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. at the entrance (outside) of the Pointe-à-Pitre Cruise Terminal (follow the signs for ‘CITY CENTRE EXIT’) with a sign bearing your name. Further information will be provided at a later date.

> MEETING POINT: OPTION 2 (HOTELS IN POINTE-À-PITRE OR LE GOSIER)
If you are staying in a hotel/apartment in Pointe-à-Pitre or Le Gosier, our driver-guide will collect you free of charge from your accommodation Further details will be provided at a later date. If you live outside Pointe-à-Pitre or Le Gosier, please let us know your address so that we can give you a quote if necessary. 

> SIGHTSEEING DRIVE
Your journey from Pointe-à-Pitre takes you through the lush countryside of the island of Basse-Terre to the Longueteau estate, 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 Longueteau estate, you will be welcomed with sugar cane juice and pieces of sugar cane to snack on.

> THE UNIQUENESS OF GUADELOUPE’S AGRICOLE RUM AND A CENTURY-OLD ESTATE
Take a step back in time and get a glimpse of how Guadeloupe was 300 years ago. Visit to a functional historical plantation at Longueteau Estate 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).

> WOOD-AGED RUMS AND THE ART OF AGEING
The tour ends with a visit to the archipelago’s only rum producer specialising 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.

> END POINT
After visiting the rum producer, it will be time to board our minibus for the return trip to the cruise terminal in Pointe-à-Pitre or to your hotel. The estimated return time is around 1pm.

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