Bogota: Paloquemao Market Fruit Tour
ID: GYG641523-1064909
Category:
Country: Colombia
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Discover Colombia's authentic flavors at Paloquemao, its renowned market. Engage with local farmers and merchants amidst a cornucopia of exotic fruits, flowers, and herbs.
Embark on a captivating journey through Colombia's rich tapestry of flavors, landscapes, and traditions with our exclusive Fruit Tour at Paloquemao Plaza. Nestled within this bustling market, a treasure trove awaits, boasting an astounding array of 67 unique fruits found nowhere else in the world.
Guiding you through this immersive experience is a seasoned expert, deeply entrenched in the market community since 2015. Delve into the heart of Colombian agriculture as you forge connections with local farmers and merchants, gaining insights into their familial enterprises and community endeavors like "Back to the Plaza" and "Hello, My Friend." These initiatives, aimed at fostering employment and facilitating second language acquisition, showcase the market's commitment to its people.
Prepare your palate for a feast of flavors as you kick off the tour with tantalizing breads and pastries crafted by skilled local cooks. Wander through stalls adorned with vibrant blooms, verdant plants, and intricate handicrafts, each revealing the multifaceted uses of herbs and spices, from culinary delights to holistic remedies.
At each turn in the sprawling produce section, pause to savor a lavish spread of 20 exotic fruits sourced from diverse corners of the country. Immerse yourself in Colombia's narrative, as merchants regale you with tales spanning its past, present, and future.
Having indulged your senses, delve into the intricacies of fruit seed cleaning, drying, and storage, alongside invaluable tips for embracing a healthier, organic lifestyle enriched with diversity. Conclude your odyssey with a celebratory toast to Colombia, the unrivaled custodian of the world's fruit legacy, as you partake in an exclusive tasting of rejuvenating juices and exquisite fruit extracts.
Embark on this culinary voyage and unlock the essence of Colombia's bountiful harvests, where every bite tells a story and every sip sings of heritage and abundance.
Highlights
- Discover Colombia's culinary diversity at the Fruit Tour, Paloquemao Plaza.
- Meet local farmers, taste 20 exotic fruits, and delve into cultural traditions.
- Experience biodiversity and sustainability initiatives firsthand.
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When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.