Sugar Cane Farm and Hacienda El Paraiso Day Tour Experience
Take a tour from Cali to visit the renowned haciendas that inspired Latin American romance novels and are significant to the sugar cane industry.
Join us on a guided day tour just two hours from Cali to explore two significant historical sites in the Valle del Cauca region. Our experienced guide will introduce you to the history, landscape, and importance of both the Sugarcane Museum and Hacienda El Paraíso during colonial times, while also highlighting the diverse nature that inhabits both places. At the Sugarcane Museum, discover the impact of sugarcane on local culture and economy through traditional tools, machinery, and exhibits.
At Hacienda El Paraíso, stroll through the beautifully preserved house and gardens made famous by Jorge Isaacs' classic novel, "María." Later, enjoy a delicious local lunch and taste some of the region's drinks. After completing our tour, our driver will leave you in front of your place, ensuring you depart with a great experience.
Things to bring for our tour:
Walking Shoes
Comfortable and lightweight clothing suitable for hiking, including long sleeves and pants to protect against insects and sun exposure
Hat and sunglasses for sun protection
Lightweight backpack to carry essentials
Sunscreen and insect repellent
Level of difficulty: intermediate
Duration: 9 hours, Approximately
Availability: Year-round, We ask, however, that you email us or WhatsApp us to verify availability before making your purchase.
Meeting point and end point : Hotel Intercontinental Cali, Av. Colombia #2-72, Normandia Sebastian de Belalcazar, Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia
We offer pick-up service if you're staying in the San Antonio, Granada, or Peñon neighborhoods. If you're outside these areas, please arrive at the meeting point 15 to 20 minutes before the tour begins.
The guides appreciate tips for great service, and you are sure to leave with many great memories!
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Highlights
✓ Stunning Scenery
✓ Discover the haciendas that inspired timeless romance novels.
✓ Enjoy the serene landscapes of the sugar cane fields
✓ Explore the traditional techniques of sugar cane cultivation
✓ Experience the flavor of Guarapo, a traditional sugar cane drink.
✓ Stroll through the elegant grounds and home of El Paraíso Hacienda, feeling like you've stepped back into colonial times.
✓ Short visit to Santa Elena Town to taste local wine
Includes
Bilingual Guide
Pick up and drop off from your place of accommodation (restrictions apply)
Entrance fee to the hacienda El Paraíso.
Entrance fee to the Hacienda Piedechinche and the Sugar Cane Museum.
Lunch (menu of the day and drink).
Artisanal wine tasting
Medical insurance and assistance.
Photographic registration
Scenic views
Medical Insurance and Assistance
Sugar Cane Farm and Hacienda El Paraiso Day Tour
Duration: 9 hours Approximately
Minimum Group Size 3 people
Maximum Group Size 8 people
7:00 AM: Departure from Cali with a breakfast stop along the way to recharge for the day ahead.
8:30 - 10:30 AM: Arrival at our first destination, Hacienda El Paraíso, a historic site dating back to the 1700s. Explore this colonial house, learn about its significant events, and enjoy the beauty of the landscape, including the many flowers and ancient trees on the property.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM: Departure to our second location, the Sugar Cane Museum. Discover the history of Cali's main export and experience a journey through time at this hacienda. Learn about the traditional methods of extracting sugar cane juice used by indigenous tribes in Colombia before modernization.
12:00 - 1:30 PM: Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring local cuisine dishes.
1:30 - 2:30 PM: Short visit to the town of Santa Elena, where guests will sample local wines and traditional sweets.
2:30 PM: Departure back to Cali.
3:30 PM: Arrival in Cali and farewell to our participants.
Important to know!
Minimum participants :
Most of our group tours require a minimum of 3 people to run the tour. If we do not hit this minimum, we reserve the right to cancel the tour, in which case we will contact you to offer an alternative tour or send a refund.
Cancellation:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted. Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local 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.