Trace the early years of revolutionary icon Che Guevara with a visit to his childhood home on this 4-hour tour of Alta Gracia from Cordoba. Experience the laid-back charms of the provincial town on a guided tour, including landmarks like the Virgen de Lourdes Grotto and the Nuestra Señora de la Merced Church. Learn about Alta Gracia’s religious and cultural heritage as you explore the historic Jesuit Estancia and the museum of composer Manuel de Falla, then uncover the fascinating backstory of Che Guevara as you peek inside his childhood home.
Tour Plan
Córdoba
We will pick you up at your hotel starting at 9 AM or 2:30 PM, depending on the option you choose. We will leave Cordoba through the provincial route n° 5 and pass the monument of Miryam Stefford while we are heading to Alta Gracia.
Alta Gracia- El Tajamar
The first point to visit is El Tajamar: a symbol of Alta Gracia, the oldest artificial dam in the province. Here, you will have a time of 15 minutes.
Alta Gracia - Museo Nacional Estancia Jesuitica Alta Gracia/Casa del Virrey Liniers
Then, we will visit the Viceroy Liniers Museum located in the important building of the old Jesuit Estancia Alta Gracia which was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. We will be there for about 45 minutes and we will enter the church of Our Lady of Mercy and we will also walk through its courtyards and rooms.
Alta Gracia - Museo Casa del Che Guevara
Then we will go to the famous Casa del Che, a house where the Guevara family stayed and which pays homage to Ernesto during his time in the city. In this place, we will be able to enter and know its history.
Alta Gracia - Museo Manuel de Falla
The next stop is the Manuel de Falla Museum: dedicated to the Spanish composer Manuel de Falla and inaugurated on November 14, 1970. In its rooms are exhibited personal objects, books, furniture, clothing, photographs and correspondence.
Return to Cordoba
Finally, after 4 hours with a lot of history, we will return to the center of Córdoba to drop you off at your downtown hotel.
Itinerary
We will pick you up at your hotel starting at 9 AM or 2:30 PM, depending on the option you choose. We will leave Cordoba through the provincial route n° 5 and pass the monument of Miryam Stefford while we are heading to Alta Gracia.
The first point to visit is El Tajamar: a symbol of Alta Gracia, the oldest artificial dam in the province. Here, you will have a time of 15 minutes.
Then, we will visit the Viceroy Liniers Museum located in the important building of the old Jesuit Estancia Alta Gracia which was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. We will be there for about 45 minutes and we will enter the church of Our Lady of Mercy and we will also walk through its courtyards and rooms.
Then we will go to the famous Casa del Che, a house where the Guevara family stayed and which pays homage to Ernesto during his time in the city. In this place, we will be able to enter and know its history.
The next stop is the Manuel de Falla Museum: dedicated to the Spanish composer Manuel de Falla and inaugurated on November 14, 1970. In its rooms are exhibited personal objects, books, furniture, clothing, photographs and correspondence.
Finally, after 4 hours with a lot of history, we will return to the center of Córdoba to drop you off at your downtown hotel.
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4.6
Exploring the roots of a revolutionary figure in the heart of the countryside was a fascinating experience for our group. The ride out was scenic and comfortable, making us eager to dive into the historical narratives that surrounded us. While the stories were compelling, we found ourselves wishing for a tad more time to soak in the atmosphere at each stop, but overall, it was an enriching way to connect with the legacy of a cultural icon.
4.2
Visiting the home and childhood spots of a famed figure was a truly enlightening experience for me. I loved walking through the quaint streets and absorbing the local culture, although the pace felt a bit rushed at times, leaving me wanting to linger longer at the museum.
4.2
Our family recently discovered the charms of Alta Gracia, where we wandered through the historic home connected to Che Guevara’s early life. It was captivating to learn about his upbringing amidst the picturesque backdrop of Córdoba, especially standing in the courtyard where he played as a child. However, we found that the tour felt a bit rushed at times, which made it challenging to absorb all the rich history, but overall, it left us with a deeper appreciation for his roots and the local culture.