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Private Jewish Heritage Tour Experience

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Location: Curacao, Curaçao
Duration: 3 to 4 hours
Product code: 142467P1


Overview
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Mikve Israel-Emanuel Synagogue, Willemstad CuracaoThe Mikve Israel-Emmanuel synagogue, consecrated in 1732, as Mikve Israel, makes it the oldest synagogue building still standing and in continious use in the Wesntern Hemisphere. Mikve Israel-Emmanuel Museum, a living museum that tell the story from the Jewish community since their arrival in 1651. The Giftshop has a variety of cards, books, souvenirs that celebrate the Jewish life in Curaçao.Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Mongui Maduro Museum, Landhuis Rooi Catootje Landhuis Rooi Catootje, Willemstad CuracaoThe early 19th century plantation house, Landhuis Rooi Catootje, one of Curaçao's historical monuments, houses a museum which displays antique furniture as well as many historic and unique objects. Each section contains special, permanent exhibits of the memorabilia of the Mongui Maduro family. Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Beit Hayim Cemetery, Willemstad CuracaoThe "Beit Hayim Blenheim" cemetery of the congregation Mikvé Israel, Consecrated in 1659, Beth Haim is not only the oldest Jewish cemetery on Curaçao but is the oldest in the Western Hemisphere. The oldest tombstone dates from 1668. Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Curacao Liqueur Distillery, 129 Schottegatweg Oost, Willemstad CuracaoAlso known as the Home of the Genuine Curacao Liqueur, Landhuis Chobolobo is an iconic 19th-century country mansion and one of Curacao's most renown tourist attractions. Established in 1896Duration: 15 minutesPass By: Shaarei Tsedek Jewish Center, 37 Magdalenaweg, Willemstad, CuraçaoIn 1932 the Ashkenazi Jews founded a social center (Club Union), and their own sports club. A permanent synagogue did not come until much later, in 1959. It was called ‘Shaarei Tsedek,’ Gates of Righteousness and was located in a villa at Scharloo (Scharlooweg 39-41) near the center of Willemstad, close to Punda.Pass By: Maduro Travel, 19, T Dokweg, Willemstad, CuraçaoA spin off from parent company S.E.L. Maduro established in 1837Pass By: Licores Maduro, Dokweg, Willemstad, CuraçaoA spin off from parent company S.E.L. Maduro established in 1837
Supplier Name
TX 160
Additional Information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking,Wheelchair accessible,Stroller accessible,Transportation is wheelchair accessible,Surfaces are wheelchair accessible,Most travelers can participate,Some of the sites have staircase,This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund,This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate,Guides required to regularly wash hands,Gear/equipment sanitized between use,Social distancing enforced throughout experience,Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Inclusions:
Bottled water,Parking Fees
Exclusions:
Entrance to Mongui Maduro Museum $10.00,Entrance fee to Mikvè Israel-Emanuel Synagoge and Museum $10.00,Entry/Admission - Mikve Israel-Emanuel Synagogue,Entry/Admission - Mongui Maduro Museum
Traveler Reviews

My tour, conducted by Ralph, was absolutely outstanding. We visited the "new" Jewish cemetary, the old one was unexpectedly closed, Senior's distillery, the Maduro home/museum/library, we drove through the d colonial houses, and visited Mikve Israel Emanuel, the oldest continuously active synagogue in the Americas. It was a wonderful trip and I am recommending it to all of my friends.

Ralph was there for my family as a tour guide and saviour! First of all, my sons missed their connecting flight, and therefore missed the beginning of our cruise. After arriving in curacao to catch the ship, Ralph ran to the airport picked them up and took them to a hotel near the port. He made sure they were OK while they waited for the cruise to dock in Curacao! Secondly, Ralph was patient, flexible and understanding with the continual changes in our original plans. Ralph was so knowledgeable about his country, the history and the people. We all loved his genuine personality as well as his tour! I highly recommend Ralph as a tour guide!

We booked a full-day private charter with Ralph, he didn't disappoint, He is an upbeat person who loves what he does, and loves the island, he is flexible and is really just trying to make it the best day for you, if you get the chance to skip the cruise ship tour and book with ralph.

Ralph is a good driver and knows a lot about his island Curaçao. He brings you where you want to go, but brings you also to interesting places by himself. He shows the best locations to photograph, to have dinner or to see. He is a good driver, guide, is friendly, patient and relaxed.

very nice tour. seen much. always my pleasure. There is a lot to see in Curacao. beautiful beaches many museums. very interesting city. Ralpf is a really friendly man. He has a lot to tell about the island. a tour with him is fun.

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