Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Willemstad
You'll land in Curaçao and get driven to your hotel in Otrobanda. There's an information meeting with your tour guide that includes a welcome cocktail, then the evening is free for you to walk around and get familiar with the area on your own.
Landmarks/POIs Otrobanda - Day 2
Maritime Museum and Punda District
After breakfast, you'll head to the Maritime Museum to learn about the Netherlands' role in the transatlantic slave trade and Curaçao's colonial past, with talks from the museum directors. Then walk through Punda's historic streets to Fort Church, where your guide covers Curaçao's relationship with the Netherlands. You'll visit the Jewish Culture and History Museum and the Mikve Israel Emanuel synagogue to understand the Jewish community's impact on the island. By evening, you'll walk back to Otrobanda and cross the famous Pontjesbrug, also called Queen Emma Bridge.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Maritime Museum with museum directors
- Walking tour through Punda district
- Guided tour of Fort Church (Forti) with political and historical context
- Guided tour of Jewish Culture and History Museum
- Guided visit to Mikve Israel Emanuel synagogue
- Walking tour back to Otrobanda along the harbor, Handelskade, and Pontjesbrug
Optional Activities
- Lunch at one of the charming restaurants in Punda, Pietermaai, or Plaza Bieu with authentic local dishes at food stalls (at own expense)
Landmarks/POIs Maritime Museum Punda Fort Church (Forti) Fort Amsterdam Jewish Culture and History Museum Mikve Israel Emanuel Synagogue Handelskade Pontjesbrug (Queen Emma Bridge) - Day 3
Otrobanda District and Kura Hulanda Museum
After breakfast, architects and restoration specialists will guide you through the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Otrobanda, explaining how they've preserved the centuries-old colonial buildings. You'll see the 'Kaya Kaya' pop art project that's turning abandoned structures into colorful street art. The Kura Hulanda Museum shows you the history of the Afro-Curaçao population, the African tribes brought through the transatlantic slave trade, and explores slavery in detail. Your afternoon is open to either continue exploring the district or relax back at your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Otrobanda district with architects and restorers
- Explanation of UNESCO World Heritage Site designation and preservation efforts
- Introduction to the 'Kaya Kaya' pop art project
- Guided tour of Kura Hulanda Museum with focus on Afro-Curaçao roots and African heritage
- In-depth examination of slavery and slave trade dynamics
Optional Activities
- Self-guided exploration of Otrobanda district in the afternoon
Landmarks/POIs Otrobanda Kura Hulanda Museum - Day 4
Tula Museum and Local Cultural Organizations
You'll take a public bus with your guide to the Tula Museum at Landhuis Kenepa to learn about the 1795 slave uprising and Tula, now a national hero. The tour covers how this uprising connects to the French and Haitian revolutions and how Curaçao has moved forward since gaining autonomy in 2010. Lunch is provided at the museum terrace or nearby. After returning to Otrobanda by bus, you'll visit a local cultural foundation for traditional music lessons and discover authentic island musical styles and instruments.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Simple lunch on the terrace of the Tula Museum or elsewhere in Bandabou)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Tula Museum with expert guide
- Discussion of the 1795 slave uprising and Tula's historical significance
- Exploration of regional context and connections to French and Haitian revolutions
- Discussion of Curaçao's post-colonial identity and societal awareness
- Simple lunch on the terrace of the Tula Museum or in Bandabou area
- Return transfer by scheduled bus with guide
- Visit to a local cultural foundation (such as Stichting Kura di Arte or Stichting Pernell Saturnino)
- Experience of traditional music lessons for children
Landmarks/POIs Tula Museum Landhuis Kenepa Bandabou - Day 5
Departure from Willemstad
After breakfast, you'll transfer to the airport or to your separately booked connecting hotel. Your tour ends here.
- Meals
- Breakfast
