Private Art & Culture Tour in Tortola Virgin Islands

This is the only Tour of its kind available on Tortola which showcases prominent practicing Artists and their work. Small, private groups keep this tour very intimate and interactive which allows you to develop a bond with the artists/guides. The added option features of bread baking(*Must book 2 days in advance for bread baking option*) and clay play allows for great fun, memorable experiences and good photo opportunities! On this tour you will have a true Virgin Island experience as the guides/artists are locals who are passionate about their craft and islands. Having the chance to view and purchase beautiful, authentic local art work created by locals is sadly becoming a rare thing in The Virgin Islands but this tour gives you that chance!

Local Artist Reuben Vanterpool takes you on a cultural journey guiding you through his garden, museum/gallery & traditional oven bakery. Here you can get a taste of Virgin Island life before the 1960's. The facility also includes a mini gift shop & snacket. Mr. Vanterpool is one of the most prominent Artist in the Virgin Is. practicing for over 45 years and mainly works in oil/acrylic on canvas. Many of his beautiful paintings illustrates the early life and culture of the Virgin Is. Jenesis Studios is truly a gem of culture and is well worth the visit. *Added Option* - Bread Baking Observe baking in a traditional oven and sample the goods when complete, along with other goodies! +$20

Local Ceramic Artist Karl Burnett shows you around his pottery grounds "The Pottery Garden" where you'll be immersed in an "earthmade experience". Karl explains his journey as a mainly self taught potter, talks about his making processes and explains his impressive wood fired kiln which is covered in local stone. Take a guided walk through his workshop where the excitement kicks up a notch with live demonstrations on the potter's wheel and other pottery production techniques! After seeing how the pots are made browse around the quaint studio gallery featuring Karl's handmade pieces for sale where you can purchase a keepsake to remember your visit. Karl Burnett is the best known and only local potter in practice on Tortola. The Pottery Garden is a pottery studio placed in a tropical garden just a few minutes away from beautiful Josiah's Bay beach and is an experience you won't regret! *Added Option* - Clay play Get a try at the wheel during the demo section of the tour + $5

Sightseeing & stops at points of interest Take in beautiful views and learn Virgin Islands history and culture on a relaxing drive between studios. See a historical ruin and visit the salt pond at Josiah's bay where you can see flamingos and other bird life(binoculars included).

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

• Art & Culture Tour + Clay Play
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  Clay Play: Have a chance on the potter's wheel at the pottery garden
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  Bread Baking & Clay play: Bread baking @Jenesis Studios & Clay Play @The Pottery Garden **Must book 2 days in advance for bread baking option**
  Duration: 2 hours: times may vary depending on lunch or beach
  local lunch + custom sights: local lunch and chosen extra sight stops
  beach stop: a dip at a beautiful tropical beach
  choose between lunch or beach
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• Art & Culture Tour + Baking
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  Bread Baking at Jenesis Studio: Observe baking in a traditional oven and sample the goods when complete! **Must book 2 days in advance for this option**
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• A&C Tour + Clay play + Baking
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  Baking + Clay Play: Bread baking @ Jenesis Studio & Clay Play @ The Pottery Garden! **Must book 2 days in advance for bread baking option**
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• Binoculars for bird watching at Josiah's Bay Pond
• Seating - customize your tour by selecting forward facing seating or sit facing each other

• *Added Option* at Jenesis Studio - Bread Baking for $20(must book 2 days in advance for this option)
• *Added Option* - Clay play for $12 at Pottery Garden

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• This Tour is Provided by The Pottery Garden.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at America/Tortola.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 23 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 7 Travelers is accepted for booking.