The Story of Rum
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- 6 timer
- Guidet på engelsk
- Straks bekræftet
- Mobilbillet
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Rum, known historically as “rumbullion” and “kill devil,” has deep roots in Barbados, earning the island its reputation as the birthplace of rum. On this unforgettable tour, discover the fascinating story of rum at St. Nicholas Abbey, a beautifully preserved seventeenth century plantation house renowned for its award-winning rum. Explore the historic house, lush gardens and rum distillery, with a chance to sample the estate’s finest spirit. Then, climb aboard the Heritage Railway, a restored steam train, for a scenic journey to Cherry Tree Hill, offering spectacular views of Barbados’ east coast. After lunch, enjoy a brief stop in the picturesque coastal village of Bathsheba before continuing to the Mount Gay Visitors' Centre. Here, expert guides bring the history of rum to life, followed by a fun and engaging tasting experience exploring the distinctive flavors, aromas and subtle nuances of Mount Gay’s finest rums.
Inkluderet
Det er inkluderet
- Entrance Fees
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Friendly, knowledgeable & licensed tour guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Ikke inkluderet
- Gratuities
Rute
Discover the rich heritage of Barbados’ world-famous rum at the Mount Gay Visitor Centre, home to Mount Gay, the world’s oldest continuously operating rum producer, with a history dating back to 1703. Explore the story of rum’s origins in Barbados, where sugarcane cultivation and traditional distilling methods created a spirit celebrated worldwide. The signature tour takes guests through the craftsmanship behind Mount Gay rum, including fermentation, distillation, blending, and aging, while highlighting its connection to the island’s culture and sugar industry. The experience concludes with a tasting of this iconic Barbadian spirit, featuring complimentary rum punch and five rum samples. A visit to the Mount Gay Visitor Centre offers an unforgettable journey through history, tradition, and the flavors that define Barbados as the birthplace of rum.
Bathsheba, located on Barbados’ rugged east coast, is one of the island’s most scenic coastal villages, famous for its dramatic landscapes, powerful Atlantic waves, and distinctive coral rock formations. According to local tradition, the village was named after the biblical Bathsheba, whose legendary milk baths were said to resemble the white, foaming surf at the famous Soup Bowl. Today, Bathsheba is recognized internationally as one of Barbados’ top surfing destinations, attracting surfers from around the world with its strong Atlantic swells. The area is also popular with photographers, sightseers, and nature lovers who come to admire its breathtaking coastline and refreshing ocean breezes. Despite its popularity, Bathsheba has preserved the charm of a traditional Barbadian fishing village, with colorful seaside cottages and a peaceful atmosphere that showcases the island’s natural beauty and cultural heritage.
Enjoy a delicious local lunch during your tour at Sand Dunes, featuring a selection of traditional Barbadian favorites. Savor authentic island flavors with dishes such as fried fish, baked chicken, beef stew, peas and rice, macaroni pie, and fresh salads. This relaxing dining experience offers the perfect opportunity to sample the tastes of Barbados while taking a break and enjoying the warm island hospitality. Please advise us of any food allergies or dietary requirements at the time of booking so we can best accommodate your needs.
Discover the history and heritage of St. Nicholas Abbey, a beautifully preserved plantation house, museum, and working rum distillery in Saint Peter, Barbados. Built in 1658, it is one of only three authentic Jacobean mansions in the Western Hemisphere. Explore its historic rooms, learn about Barbados’ sugar heritage, and discover the traditional craftsmanship behind its award-winning Barbadian rum. Enhance your visit aboard the St. Nicholas Abbey Heritage Railway, a beautifully restored steam locomotive journey through lush plantation grounds, mahogany trees, sugar cane fields, and scenic countryside. Learn about Barbados’ railway heritage as you travel to Cherry Tree Hill, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking views across the Scotland District and Atlantic coast. This memorable experience combines history, nature, scenery, and Barbados’ celebrated rum-making heritage.
Afbestilling
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5Story of Rum tour review
Fantastic tour, small group and great company. Cris was a fantastic tour guide and provided so much information about the island. All the stops Mount Gay visitor, Nicholas Abbey and the lunch stop were great. Considering it was a full day tour this was great value for money. Especially enjoyed the Rhianna music Cris played us in the car, made The trip perfect.
5Best driver and tour guide
Our was the Barbados historical Rum tour, the duration was six hours. Visiting The St Nicholas Abbey completing their distillery tour which was excellent. We also visited the Mount Gay visitor Centre where the Rum tasting was extensive! The day what’s definitely much more enjoyable due to our driver & tour guide Glyne who was thoroughly entertaining, very knowledgeable and engaging. We will definitely book more tours directly with the company.
5A fun day!
Our driver gave us a beautiful view of the island on all the twisty roads with lots of facts and info about the history of the island and current life on the island. The rum tours were delicious and informative. A fun day! Also, all pick up times and tours were very prompt but never rushed.
5Rum tasting small group tour
This was really well done. Lisa was on time for the pickup and was extremely informative and interesting with her lively commentary, and deep knowledge of the history and geography of Barbados. We had sufficient time to enjoy the rum tastings and distillery demonstrations, as well as stops in Bathsheba and a couple of extra locations that we asked for a photo opportunity on route. The roads are pretty rough and narrow, so I was glad that Lisa was behind the wheel. A full day of enjoyment! Highly recommend.
5Glyne is Great!
Glyne was completely knowledgeable. Shared amazing stories about Barbados and thoughts on life here in Barbados. Highly recommend him for a tour day!!
5Rum tasting tour
Winston our driver for the day was really pleasant. He was quite informative with the history of the Barbadian island and the land marks we passed on the way. He was a very careful driver as well. He explained about what we were doing when we arrived at St Nicholas Abbey plantation. We went on a steam train ride first, then had a guided tour of the house and the distillery. Megan was a really good tour guide. She was very friendly and informative. Then we had rum tasting afterwards. Then Winston took us for our lunch, which was included in the package. It was really nice and tasty. Then we went to the Mount Gay visitors centre where we watched a short video of how they make rum. Afterwards we had more rum tasting. The guide we had was really good. He was very friendly and funny and told you all about the different rums we tried. Then Winston picked us back up and dropped us off back to our hotel. I would recommend this experience and well worth the money.
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- Afhentning
- Afhentning er inkluderet for alle.
- Billettype
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Gruppestørrelse
- Op til 30 rejsende
- Udføres af
- Beautiful (Barbados) Tours and Excursions Ltd
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum drinking age is eighteen years.
- A minimum of two adults is required for this tour to operate.
- If you are prone to motion sickness, we recommend taking appropriate precautions before the tour and informing your guide in advance. While we understand that motion sickness can occur and will do our best to make you as comfortable as possible, please be aware that some of our island roads can be both winding and bumpy. We must also ensure the comfort of all our guests and maintain the cleanliness of our vehicles. If you become ill on board and vomiting results in the vehicle requiring professional cleaning, you will be responsible for reimbursing the driver for the cleaning fee before the end of the tour. The cleaning fee ranges from US$75 to US$150, depending on the extent of the cleaning required.
- Cancellations made less than 72 hours before the tour will incur a cancellation penalty per person, in accordance with Mount Gay’s cancellation policy.
- Not recommended for guests with limited mobility or anyone who has difficulty climbing stairs or walking on uneven surfaces.
How it compares in Diamond Valley
- Its from-price is 39% above the median of the 32 dagsture we list in Diamond Valley.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 20 of 32.
About Diamond Valley
Diamond Valley lies in the south-east of Barbados, the easternmost Caribbean island, a coral island of sugar-cane fields, gentle hills and beaches.
Diamond Valley sits in the parish of St Philip, on the south-east side of Barbados, a coral-limestone island roughly 34 kilometres long and the easternmost of the Caribbean islands. Crane Beach, a wide beach of pale sand backed by cliffs, lies on this coast. The land is gently rolling, with sugar-cane fields, gullies cut into the limestone, and villages of painted wooden chattel houses. Calm beaches face the Caribbean Sea along the west coast, while the Atlantic side to the east is rougher, with strong surf and rocky headlands.
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