Day Tour into the Story of Emancipation and Slavery in Guyana

Day Tour into the Story of Emancipation and Slavery in Guyana

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About This Tour in Georgetown

Takes you to the time when the villages of Victoria and Buxton were created by the recently freed slaves. Visit the monuments that tell the story of the struggle for freedom. Journey around the villages and hear the history. We will prepare the Metemgee, Cook Rice, Fried Fish, and Conkee tracing the origins of these foods to the time back then.

Why Visit Georgetown?

Georgetown, Guyana offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Georgetown provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Georgetown

You can reach Georgetown, Guyana by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.

What's Included

  • Lunch

Cancellation Policy

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

Additional Information

  • 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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

Visit the 1763 Monument and learn about the first rebellion

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available or meet at start point

Pickup Time: 15 minutes before departure

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Visit the 1763 Monument and learn about the first rebellion 30 minutes

Represents the 1823 slave revolt which finally slavery in Guyana 30 minutes

We stop at a local stall in Bellfield for cane juice and snacks 15 minutes

We stop at a local stall in Bellfield for cane juice and snacks.

journey to the village of Victoria, the first... 30 minutes

journey to the village of Victoria, the first village in Guyana to be purchased by the freed ex-slaves.

Then on to the Buxton Friendship Museum 1 hour

Then on to the Buxton Friendship Museum. Here is where we will have a guided tour on the history of the freed slaves in Buxton, and how it was born. Then on to the site of the Buxton Train station and view the spot where the train was stopped by the freed female ex-slaves who were protesting to the Governor. about the high taxes imposed on them. Then on to meet the granddaughter of the ex-slave ladies who stopped the train. Auntie Gloria is a 3rd generation herbalist who like her mother before her and her mother before her has been treating the people of Buxton all their lives.15 minutes

visit the monument in Beterverwagting 15 minutes

visit the monument in Beterverwagting

it’s on to the Secret Garden in Georgetown... 3 hours

it’s on to the Secret Garden in Georgetown where we will then start to create the delicious traditional dishes of Cook-Up rice, Metemgee with pumpkin dumplings and fried fish followed by conkee a coconut dessert wrapped in a banana leaf. whilst being entertained by the sound of African drumming. Eon will take to the guitar and sing some songs to end your tour.

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