Higuey City Tour from Punta Cana: Culture & Local Life

4.3
(4 reviews)
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 4 more

This tour allows you to see the 'real' Dominican Republic, outside of the resorts.

Tours aboard a safari truck led by a tour guide, a driver, and a canteen worker.

Pick-up and return at your hotel or place of lodging.

Transport with Truck Safari, then visit a typical souvenir shop and a handmade cigar demonstration, you will get a panoramic view of the school, then we will visit the city of Higüey with a panoramic view of the Basilica.

Walk through the Local Market in Higüey.

Visit the Higüey Mountains and arrive at the ranch for a Dominican-style buffet lunch.
Stroll on the River.
You will visit a Typical Dominican House where you can see the process of Coffee, Cocoa, and Fruits, with tasting included.
Horseback ride.
We visited Macao beach where you will have the opportunity to swim.
Drinks during the excursion. (Water / Rum / Juice)

What's Included

Coffee and Natural Chocolate Tasting
Visit Factory of Tobacco and Tasting
(Dominican buffet)
Visit to Macau Beach
Visit Basilica Our Lady of Altagracia
Pick up and drop off at your hotel
Tip

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Basilica Cathedral Of Our Lady Of High Grace

    First, head to the Higüey Basilica. Devotees from all corners of the country flock to this impressive sanctuary. As the largest religious monument in the Dominican Republic, it covers a massive area. As a distinctive Latin cross-shaped structure, this is a masterpiece of French architects. Visitors are led through a 24kt silvered somber bronze entrance. gold. On his second visit to the country, Pope John Paul II crowned an image of the Virgin of Altagracia, a remarkable silver-gilt diadem. A tall bell tower guarding 45 bronze chimes are pleasant visual stimuli for passers-by, enveloping them in a heavenly aura. Despite its religious beliefs, this sacred place radiates a sense of peace and tranquility.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Macao Beach

    Delight your senses on the beautiful and relaxing beach of Macau.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Richi Excursiones

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Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
City Tours
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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