Immerse yourself in the history and cuisine of Quepos, Costa Rica on our cultural tour. Discover how the United Fruit Company shaped the region and indulge in authentic local dishes.
- CRPJ+C7J - Embark on our Cultural Immersion Tour in Quepos, perfect for blending language with Costa Rica’s vibrant culture. Start with a downtown tour, exploring shops and historical sites, learning Spanish naturally.
Then, engage in a scavenger hunt at the local market, using Spanish to discover unique veggies and treats, immersing yourself in local life.
Afterward, join a cooking workshop in a Costa Rican home, where families teach you to make traditional dishes like tortillas, ceviche, and Costa Rican coffee, expanding your Spanish vocabulary.
This intimate half-day tour, ideal for small groups, goes beyond language learning—it’s an entrance to the Costa Rican way of life. Join us to merge culture and language in an unforgettable experience.
- Craft lesson
- Learn how to make Tico-style empanadas and homemade tortillas aliñadas
- Discover the traditional way of grinding and brewing coffee, Tico style
- Comfortable travel with in-vehicle air conditioning
- Cultural presentation featuring a collection of vintage photographs
- Cooking lesson
- Gratuities
- Empanada Tica - The empanadaTica is a traditional pastry, typically filled with cheese, beans, or chicken. It’s deep-fried until golden brown and served as a snack.
- “Aliñada” Corn Tortilla - Try the real Costa Rican tortilla, which is cooked in an alkaline solution such as ashes to improve its nutritional value and texture and then ground.
Our tour is about learning the interesting story of how a banana enclave became the tourist capital of Costa Rica, accompanied by old photographs, local guides, and interactive experiences.
How did the United Fruit Company come to Quepos? What happened to the banana crops? Visit with us the first neighborhood of Quepos and learn about our history and our authentic local cuisine. Together, we will learn to craft bracelets and make authentic tortillas or traditional empanadas and drip the coffee, in the unique Costa Rican style.
We provide the best Costa Rican experience all our tours are authentic interactions with Costa Rican people: street vendors, housewives, and their families. We’ll show you the “everyday” Costa Rica.
Meet the Pura Vida! Together we’ll visit common places to meet beautiful people, where the warmth of their welcome will make you feel at home. All our tours are relaxing and enlightening experiences, suited for all ages and physical conditions.
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