Coffee Class & Tour: prepare, test and know my culture.

5.0
(12 reviews)
Cartagena, Colombia

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

We invite you to discover Cartagena through the aromas and flavors of Colombian coffee. We will walk together through the charming cobblestone streets of Cartagena’s old city, as we share stories about our colonial past, the Afro-Caribbean heritage and the traditions that give life to our culture.

Along the way we will discover vibrant alleys and different specially selected spaces, where we will make stops to prepare and taste different coffee methods. In each place we will explore a different technique French press, manual and espresso filtering learning how each method highlights aromas, textures and unique notes of the Colombian grain.

Between history, culture and colorful landscapes, you will live a complete sensory experience: the sound of the city, the aroma of freshly ground coffee and the deep flavor of its varieties. More than a tour, it is an experience that unites tradition, learning and the authentic spirit of Cartagena.

Example Menu

Starter

Colombian authentic coffee (Arabic variation)

Arabica (Coffea Arabica): Soft, aromatic, with fruity and floral notes. It is the most cultivated in Colombia.

Starter

Authentic Colombian coffee (Robust variation)

Stronger, bitterer and more caffeinated; it is used a lot in espresso.

Starter

Authentic Colombian coffee (Liberian Variation)

Floral and fruity aroma, larger and less common grain.

What's Included

Narration of our history
Host or Guide
Coffee and/or Tea
Meals not specified.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Centro Comercial y Empresarial Getsemaní

We will meet at the main entrance of the Getsemaní Shopping Center, located in the old historic center, we will be waiting with a black shirt and pants at the entrance.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

We will meet in a beautiful corner of the Walled City, where we will begin this great adventure between aromas, colors and history.

We will explore local coffee shops and discover different types of Colombian coffee as we walk through Cartagena’s most picturesque colonial streets, perfect for photos and to learn about the city’s culture and history.

You will live a special coffee class where you will know the complete process: from the plant and harvest, to the roasting and the preparation methods. You will learn to taste like an expert, identifying unique aromas and notes in an unforgettable sensory experience.

The best thing: you will have the opportunity to prepare your own Colombian coffee method, guided by passionate baristas who will share with you secrets and techniques to achieve a perfect cuppa.

More than a tour, it is a cultural immersion where the flavors of coffee blend with the magic of the streets of Cartagena.

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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