Historic Georgetown + Cooking Class
Description
We'll pick you up from your hotel at the designated time to embark on a Georgetown tour that delves deep into Guyana's history, particularly its connections to the dark legacy of slavery. It's time to uncover this compelling aspect of the country's past.
Our first stop will be at the 1763 Monument, a poignant tribute to the first slave rebellion in Guyana. Here, we'll reflect on the remarkable stories of the lives of the country's slaves and the motivations that drove them to rise against the authorities.
Then, we'll continue our exploration of this significant aspect of Georgetown's history with a visit to the 1823 Rebellion Monument. We'll discuss how the Church and abolitionists played an important role during the rebellion.
Our next destination will be Victoria, a quaint town east of Georgetown with the distinction of being the first town in Guyana bought by freed slaves. We'll walk through its streets and then make our way to the Buxton neighborhood, where we'll see a location that played a pivotal role in the slaves' struggle for freedom, marking a significant chapter in their history.
The tour itinerary will include a visit to the train station that former slaves targeted in a protest against the exorbitant taxes imposed by the governor. What makes this experience even more special is that we'll have the privilege of learning about this captivating history from one of the actual raiders. Moreover, we'll have the opportunity to explore the Buxton Amistad Museum, which will offer us additional insights into Guyana's history of slavery.
As we come to our last stop, we'll head to a restaurant for a special cooking class inspired by Guyanese cuisine. We'll create traditional dishes like cook-up rice, metemgee with pumpkin dumplings, or congee, a coconut-based dessert. Then, we'll top off the tour by sitting down to enjoy our hard work in the kitchen and take in a traditional live music show.
After 6 hours of cultural immersion and culinary exploration, we'll bring the tour to an end.
More Information
Duration
6 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a tour assistant that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop–off
Transport by minibus
English–speaking escort
Cooking class with lunch
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Singing Chef Adventures
Corporate name: EON LINDEN JOHN
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 3 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
