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Half Day Guayaquil Historical Tour and Cocoa Culinary Experience

Location Guayaquil, Ecuador
$388.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Discover a different type of experience in Guayaquil that goes beyond a traditional city tour. This private guided experience combines history, nature, culture, cacao heritage, and gastronomy within a single urban journey.

Unlike a standard sightseeing tour, this experience integrates key cultural and natural spaces of the city, including the Historical Park, the Cacao Museum, and historic areas such as Las Peñas and Puerto Santa Ana.

Each location highlights a different aspect of Guayaquil, from its natural environment and historical development to its cacao traditions and local lifestyle.

The experience concludes with a hands on Ecuadorian cooking session featuring traditional seafood dishes and homemade hot chocolate.

This tour offers a complete way to experience Guayaquil through its history, nature, culture, and cuisine in one guided experience.

The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Early Bird rate
History & Cacao: Cultural and gastronomic experience in Guayaquil.
Private and personalized tour.: A private tour that allows you to see the city from a different perspective, guided by an expert.”

Duration: 5 hours
Cacao Tasting: Cacao and chocolate tastings, plus a hands-on local cooking experience.
History & Cacao: Las Peñas (historical origin of Guayaquil).
•Coffee Museum tasting session.
• Cacao Museum (history, cacao varieties .
Private Tour: A private tour that allows you to see the city from a different perspective, guided by an expert.”

Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 6 hours

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Lunch
  • Private transportation with air conditioning
  • Bottled water
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Tour guide
  • Map of Guayaquil
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

  • Parque Historico Guayaquil
    Begin your experience at Guayaquil’s Historical Park, one of the city’s most important cultural and ecological attractions. Discover local wildlife, tropical landscapes, and traditional architecture while learning about the history and cultural heritage of Ecuador’s coastal region. Walk through recreated historical buildings that reflect life in old Guayaquil and observe native species including tropical birds, monkeys, and other wildlife found in Ecuador. The park offers a unique combination of nature, history, and local culture in a peaceful natural environment.
  • Las Penas
    Walk through the historic neighborhood of Las Peñas, the oldest area of Guayaquil, known for its preserved wooden houses and artistic atmosphere. You will stroll along cobblestone streets, passing restored traditional homes, local art galleries, and colorful façades that reflect the area’s cultural identity. Some of these houses remain part of long standing family residences, preserving the neighborhood’s living history. The walk continues toward Cerro Santa Ana, historically known as “Cerrito Verde,” considered one of the original settlements where the city began to develop. You will ascend the steps to reach a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the city and the Guayas River.
  • El Museo Del Cacao
    Discover Ecuador’s world famous cacao tradition at the Guayaquil Cocoa Museum, where you will learn about the history, culture, and agricultural importance of cacao in Ecuador’s coastal region. Explore the evolution of chocolate production and discover why Ecuadorian cacao is recognized worldwide for its aroma and quality. During the experience, you will also visit a local cacao factory and observe traditional chocolate making machines used during the production process. Learn how cacao beans are transformed into chocolate while discovering the aromas, flavors, and craftsmanship behind authentic Ecuadorian chocolate. This immersive experience offers a deeper understanding of Ecuador’s cacao heritage and local gastronomy.
  • Puerto Santa Ana, Guayaquil
    Explore the neighborhood of Las Peñas in Guayaquil, known for its cobblestone streets, wooden houses, art galleries, and traditional architecture overlooking the Guayas River. Walk through one of the city’s oldest areas while observing restored historic homes and learning about its cultural and artistic heritage as part of Guayaquil’s development. The experience continues with a visit to Cerro Santa Ana, where you will ascend the steps to reach a panoramic viewpoint with views of the city and the river.
  • Ecuadorian Cooking Class at Villa 97 At Villa 97, the family home of Yamil, enjoy an authentic Ecuadorian cooking class inspired by traditional recipes prepared for generations. This immersive culinary experience offers a unique opportunity to discover the flavors, traditions, and hospitality of Ecuadorian coastal culture. Learn how to prepare classic local dishes such as fish in cacao sauce or traditional Ecuadorian chicken stew while exploring the cultural importance of cacao in Ecuadorian cuisine. During the experience, you will also taste homemade desserts and artisanal hot chocolate prepared using family traditions and local cacao. More than a cooking class, this experience allows travelers to connect with local culture, traditional gastronomy, and the authentic homemade flavors of Ecuador.

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    Half Day Guayaquil Historical Tour and Cocoa Culinary Experience

    Location Guayaquil, Ecuador
    $388.00
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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