--- title: The Story of Rum lang: en type: tour city: Barbados country: Caribbean price: 186 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.55 reviews: 51 duration_minutes: 360 languages: [en] rank_in_category: 13 of 13 (Rum & Food Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-06 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/barbados/tours/the-story-of-rum/ --- # The Story of Rum **Guidekin's take:** Explore the house, gardens and rum distillery at St. Nicholas Abbey, with a chance to sample its rum. Entrance fees, lunch and hotel transfers are included; the tour needs at least two adults to run, and drinking is restricted to adults. 4.55 from 51 reviews at €186 per person for 6h. In our comparison: #13 of 13 in Rum & Food Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Rum, known historically as “rumbullion” and “kill devil,” has deep roots in Barbados, earning the island its reputation as the birthplace of rum. On this unforgettable tour, discover the fascinating story of rum at St. Nicholas Abbey, a beautifully preserved seventeenth century plantation house renowned for its award-winning rum. Explore the historic house, lush gardens and rum distillery, with a chance to sample the estate’s finest spirit. Then, climb aboard the Heritage Railway, a restored steam train, for a scenic journey to Cherry Tree Hill, offering spectacular views of Barbados’ east coast. After lunch, enjoy a brief stop in the picturesque coastal village of Bathsheba before continuing to the Mount Gay Visitors' Centre. Here, expert guides bring the history of rum to life, followed by a fun and engaging tasting experience exploring the distinctive flavors, aromas and subtle nuances of Mount Gay’s finest rums. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Starts 09:00: one departure a day - Food included: see what is included - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available - Non-refundable: no free cancellation **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €186 per person - Duration: 6h - Rating: 4.55/5 from 51 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Operator: Beautiful (Barbados) Tours and Excursions Ltd - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 09:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-06 ## Reviews 4.55 from 51 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 86% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 44 of 51. - 5 stars: 38 (75%) - 4 stars: 6 (12%) - 3 stars: 5 (10%) - 2 stars: 1 (2%) - 1 star: 1 (2%) ## What's included - Entrance Fees - Bottled water - Lunch - Friendly, knowledgeable & licensed tour guide - Air-conditioned vehicle - Hotel pick-up and drop-off ## Not included - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Mount Gay Experience** (1h; admission included) - Discover the rich heritage of Barbados’ world-famous rum at the Mount Gay Visitor Centre, home to Mount Gay, the world’s oldest continuously operating rum producer, with a history dating back to 1703. Explore the story of rum’s origins in Barbados, where sugarcane cultivation... 2. **Bathsheba** (15m) - , located on Barbados’ rugged east coast, is one of the island’s most scenic coastal villages, famous for its dramatic landscapes, powerful Atlantic waves, and distinctive coral rock formations. According to local tradition, the village was named after the biblical Bathsheba,... 3. **Enjoy a delicious local lunch during your tour at Sand Dunes, featuring a sel...** (1h) - Enjoy a delicious local lunch during your tour at Sand Dunes, featuring a selection of traditional Barbadian favorites. Savor authentic island flavors with dishes such as fried fish, baked chicken, beef stew, peas and rice, macaroni pie, and fresh salads. This relaxing dining... 4. **Discover the history and heritage of St** (2h; admission included) - Nicholas Abbey, a beautifully preserved plantation house, museum, and working rum distillery in Saint Peter, Barbados. Built in 1658, it is one of only three authentic Jacobean mansions in the Western Hemisphere. Explore its historic rooms, learn about Barbados’ sugar... ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri - Departures: 09:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-06 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. ## Good to know - Specialized infant seats are available - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Minimum drinking age is eighteen years. - A minimum of two adults is required for this tour to operate. - If you are prone to motion sickness, we recommend taking appropriate precautions before the tour and informing your guide in advance. While we understand that motion sickness can occur and will do our best to make you as comfortable as possible, please be aware that some of our island roads can be both winding and bumpy. We must also ensure the comfort of all our guests and maintain the cleanliness of our vehicles. If you become ill on board and vomiting results in the vehicle requiring professional cleaning, you will be responsible for reimbursing the driver for the cleaning fee before the end of the tour. The cleaning fee ranges from US$75 to US$150, depending on the extent of the cleaning required. - Cancellations made less than 72 hours before the tour will incur a cancellation penalty per person, in accordance with Mount Gay’s cancellation policy. - Not recommended for guests with limited mobility or anyone who has difficulty climbing stairs or walking on uneven surfaces. ## Compared with other Rum & Food Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #13 of 13** | €186 | 6h | 4.55 (51) | shared | | [Original Bajan Walking Food Tour](/caribbean/barbados/tours/original-bajan-walking-food-tour/?format=md) | €85 | 3h | 4.85 (1605) | shared | | [Chocolate Factory Tour in Barbados](/caribbean/barbados/tours/chocolate-factory-tour-in-barbados/?format=md) | €23 | 1h | 4.94 (109) | shared | | [Stade's Rum Distillery Tour Experience](/caribbean/barbados/tours/stade-s-rum-distillery-tour-experience/?format=md) | €82 | 1h | 4.89 (140) | private | Ranked #13 of 13 in Rum & Food Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €23 to €186, median €90; typical length 3h. 2 of 13 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/barbados/rum-food-tours-barbados/?format=md ## More in Barbados - All Barbados tours: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/barbados/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/barbados/tours/the-story-of-rum/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/barbados/?format=md