Dominican Republic: See Almost it ALL in 6 Days, 1st Class Custom Tours

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Arriving into the Dominican Republic’s Showcase Resort
2 stops
1
Punta Cana
We start our trip to the Dominican Republic in Punta Cana. This is also where we are based for the entire duration of our tour. It is from here we make daily excursions, which are packed with culture and excitement. Today we pick you up from the airport and take you to your hotel. Let's check out Bavaro. It is the most popular white-sand beach in the Punta Cana area.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
2
Punta Cana
Although virtually all activities on this multi-day tour are shared with other travelers, we can at least make the land tours (exploring the city of Santo Domingo and the village of Altos de Chavon) completely private, per your request.
Admission ticket free
Day 2
An Open Bar on & Catamaran Ride to Catalina Island as Well as Visiting a Mediterranean-Style Village
1 stop
3
We are taken this morning to a dock near to La Romana. There we take the catamaran departure to Catalina Island. Lunch is included today, as is an open bar once on Catalina Island. The island offers a diverse preservation of ecosystems, including sand dunes, mangroves and reefs. Formed out of coral stone, the island contains three overlapping plateaus. The seas around the island are rich in wildlife, with many species of birds and tropical marine fish. Catalina Island is especially popular for snorkeling. Once we have returned to the dock near to La Romana, we are taken to Altos de Chavon. At this recreated Mediterranean style village located atop the Chavon River, we are provided with a guided tour. Altos de Chavon hosts a cultural center, an archeological museum and an amphitheater.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
The Caribbean's Most Underrated City, Colonial Santo Domingo
1 stop
4
Santo Domingo
Today we visit the oldest permanent European settlement of the New World, Santo Domingo. There we are provided with a guided tour. The colonial zone is an architectural gem that truly feels detached from the rest of the city. Think of attractive Spanish era squares, monuments and parks, shirtless men playing dominoes, good food, exciting music (not least bachata and meringue) and an amazing nightlife scene. The Old Town (a.k.a. Zona Colonial) has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It is an important section of the city due to the high number of landmarks, including the residence of Alcázar de Colón, Fortaleza Ozama Castle and Primada de America Cathedral. Although the Old Town deserves most of our time, the outer areas of Gazcue and the Malecon are worth exploring too. All in all, the capital of the Dominican Republic is arguably one of the region’s most underrated destinations.
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Riding Along Mangroves, Sampling Local Chocolates & Coffee & Swimming at a Waterfall
2 stops
5
Los Haitises National Park
Firstly, we are taken to Montaña Redonda (a.k.a. Mount Redonda). There we take some nice photos as well as go on swings. Next, we are taken to a national park called Salto de Yanigua. There we go swimming at the waterfall as well as sample local chocolates and coffee. Lunch is included on today’s tour. After our meal, we are taken to a dock located at Caño Hondo. There we take a boat inside Los Haitises National Park, riding along mangroves and checking out some caves with ancient petroglyphs. Los Haitises National Park is a protected virgin forest with little road access. The number of tourists allowed is limited, but since 2000, it has been a relatively popular destination for ecotourism. There is a multitude of caverns created by water erosion.
4 hours • Admission ticket included
6
Samana Province
In the event Los Haitises National Park is not available, we switch it with this daytrip below: Firstly, we are taken to a beach called La Cañita. There we take a catamaran ride to a town called Samaná. Upon arrival, we are taken to a nearby Dominican home. There we taste local chocolate and coffee. Next, we are taken to the entrance of a waterfall called El Limon. We go by horseback to reach the waterfall, where we can go swimming. Lunch is included on today’s tour. After our meal, we are taken back to Samana. There we take a quick boat ride to an island called Cayo Levantado. There we can go swimming at the beach.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Another Open Bar on the Country's Most Popular Yet "Deserted" Island
1 stop
7
Saona Island
We take a morning catamaran or speedboat departure to Saona Island. Lunch and an open bar on the island are included today. Saona Island is a popular destination for tourists from all over the Dominican Republic, who arrive daily in fleets of catamarans and small motorboats. Saona is known for its beaches and has been used on a number of occasions by filmmakers and advertisers looking for a stereotypical "deserted island" setting for their film or product.
4 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 6
Our Tour Ends This Morning
1 stop
8
Punta Cana
Transportation will be arranged for you to reach the airport in Punta Cana. Note that if you have extra time, we can arrange a private tour for you to the beach of Playa Bahia de Las Aguilas. It is in the southwest area of the country. Also worth visiting is the Samaná Peninsula in the north, specifically the beaches of Playa Rincon, Playa Fronton and Playa Galeras as well as El Limón Waterfall. The reason why these worthwhile destinations are not included in our itinerary is because they are all difficult to reach. Again, however, can we make private arrangements for you upon request.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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