Why choose this tour ?
Visit La Esmeralda, an organic cacao plantation and learn all of the secrets hidden behind quality chocolate. Follow your sense of smell to our chocolate factory, where you will learn about the making of exquisite chocolate and how to make your own chocolate!
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What makes Cacao Plantation and Chocolate Factory Tour- Classic a unique experience ?
With your local cacao expert and guide you will learn about each one of the steps in processing high-quality cacao. First you will learn about the sowing process and how to sow your own cacao plant. From there you will learn about the harvesting process, which includes cutting and extraction of the grains in a cacao pod. Finally, you will learn about the post-harvest process including fermentation and drying. You will also learn about the Dominican Republic ecosystem and how it produces perfect conditions for growing fine cacao which evolves into the best quality chocolate. After that, you will enter La Esmeralda Chocolate Factory, where you will discover each of the steps in creating a chocolate bar. You’ll also be able to make your own chocolate!
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Dress code is smart- no casual clothes (i.e. jeans, sportswear, joggers or sneakers)
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
Cacao Plantation and Chocolate Factory Tour- Classic Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Cup of Local Hot Chocolate
- Local guide
- Transportation if chosen
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Cacao Chocolate Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at America/Santo_Domingo.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 25 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund • Dress code is smart - no casual clothes (i.e. jeans, sportswear, joggers or sneakers) Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
