Summary: Visit some of Curacao's historical sites and enjoy Curacao's diverse art and culture. 

• Cruise tourists will be picked up at their dock of berthing: You will be allowed to disembark the ship approx half an hour after docking. At a pre-arranged time your guide will be waiting for you at the meeting point. Of course the guide will wait on you if there are any delays and we will adjust the tour to fit the time available. Once you have booked your tour, you will receive detailed instructions on how to reach the meeting point and how to recognize your guide! If your cruise ship doesn't dock at all, we will refund your payment. Cruise passengers will be dropped off at their dock of berthing at least 1 hour before departure of the ship. 

This full day tour will last from 09.00 hours till 16.00 hours (for cruise passengers the timing is an approximation).
Adjustments to the time schedule can be considered.
You will be picked up from your accommodation, dock or location of choice.

The first stop is Landhuis Bloemhof a former laraha/water plantation which has been in the hands of the Maduro-Lopez Penha family since 1919. The house was formerly used as a family retreat and vacation home. Since the 1950's it was used for cultural exhibitions. It is now a center for history, creativity and arts.  The Landhouse has several outbuildings, including the former bath-house and store house, and a coach house used as a studio by the sculpturess May Henriquez between 1950 and 1970. As you walk among the sculptures outside in the lush, quiet garden, you’ll find it hard to believe you’re still in the center of Willemstad. Bloemhof hosts a variety of exhibitions throughout the year.

Next you’ll visit Landhuis Rooi Catootje, not far from the heart of Willemstad. This beautifully restored land house is owned by the Mongui Maduro Foundation and formerly by the members of the Maduro family whose local roots can be traced back for hundreds of years. It is home to a small museum of colonial artifacts and contains an extensive library of historical publications and documents detailing Curacao’s colorful history.

From here you’ll head to the Art and Nature Inn. Built for Shell’s executives in the 1920’s, this large home has been converted into 14 small apartment units. The owner, Geerdine Kuijpers, has spent the last 40 years turning the building into a work of art. Mosaics cover the walls inside and out, and even the furnishings are custom made artworks. Visitors are amazed what can be done with shells, pebbles, and driftwood, among other mediums. These days Geerdine’s daughter is helping out as the Art and Nature Inn continues to evolve into the future.

After an authentic Curacaon lunch (This lunch is optional and not included in the price) your guide will take you to Landhuis Jan Kok, just outside the quaint town of Willibrordus. Built in 1654, Jan Kok is the oldest land house on Curacao. In 1784 most of the original structure was lost to neglect and fire; reconstruction began in the early 1800’s. The main house sits on a ridgeline, offering panoramic views of the flamingo reserve, the former salt flats at St. Marie, and the neighboring land houses. In the late 1800’s Jan Kok’s salt mining was a profitable venture, employing more than 100 laborers. These days it hosts a standing exhibition of paintings from famous local artist Nena Sanchez.

From here you’ll take a stroll around Daaibooi Bay, a quiet reserve and an excellent place to spot tropical birds, including pink flamingos, herons, parakeets, and terns. There’s also a small sandy beach, for those wanting to take a dip.

Before heading back to Willemstad, we’ll take you to see one more local artist. There are several great ones to choose from, so our pick varies from one week to another. Much of the work you’ll see is for sale, so you may want to bring your wallet.

The tour ends and you will be returned to your accommodation, cruise terminal or location of choice.

Prices:

Description Tour	Children USD pp	Adults USD pp
Historical and Cultural Tour	$70,50	$89,00

The price includes:

• A professional tour guide
• Soft drinks, fruit and refreshments
• Admission fees

We provide free pick-up and drop-off at your hotel or location of choice;
The child rate applies for children up to and including 12 years of age;
The Antillean Florin (NAF) has been pegged to US Dollar at $1.00 = Naf 1.78;
Pricing excludes 5% VAT (tax).