Half Day Private Tour in Dominican Republic with Local Guide

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Duration: 4 hours

Departs: Punta Cana, Punta Cana

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

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Overview

If you are interested in knowing how Dominicans really live, their customs, their culture, do not forget to take advantage of this great opportunity. Our transport will pick you up at your hotel, you will start a wonderful trip of approximately one hour until you reach Higüey, the first thing you will do is visit a coffee, cocoa and tobacco plantation, we will explain the process of their harvest and preparation. You will visit a beautiful souvenir shop, made by the owners themselves, later we will move to the cathedral basilica of Higüey, you can enter to enjoy its beautiful architecture. Then we will go to the Higüey market where you can see the local commerce among other things, you will have an incredible panoramic view of the church of San Dionisio, which was the place where the Virgen de la Altagracia made her appearance. Upon returning we will make a brief stop at the beautiful and incredible Macao beach to admire its white sands, at the end our transport will take you back to your hotel.

What's Included

Professional tour guide

Stop at the local market for souvenirs.

Vehicle with air conditioning Wifi on board

Visit to a typical Dominican house

Visit to the Basilica and the San Dionisio Catholic Church

Visit to the coffee, cocoa and tobacco plantation.

What's Not Included

Alcoholic Beverages

Lunch

Traveler Information

  • TRAVELER: Age: 0 - 120

Additional Info

  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitised between use
  • Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Temperature checks for travellers upon arrival
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitised between use
  • Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Temperature checks for travellers upon arrival

Cancellation Policy

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

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

What To Expect

Macao Beach
Macao Beach (Playa Macao) is one of the less crowded public beaches in the Punta Cana region, away from most hotels. A favorite with the locals, this stretch of white sand is considered one of the most beautiful coastal getaways in the Dominican Republic, with crystal clear waters and a beach known for its great surfing waves.

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Basilica Catedral Nuestra Senora de la Altagracia
The Basilica Catedral Nuestra Señora de la Altagracia is a Roman Catholic minor basilica and cathedral in Dominican Republic dedicated to Our Lady of Altagracia, patroness of the nation. It is in Salvaleón de Higüey. The basilica is the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Nuestra Señora de la Altagracia in Higüey

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

LARIMAR, AMBER AND OTHER PRECIOUS STONES
Few can resist jewelry made with larimar. This stone, with a sky blue hue, is one of the emblems of the Dominican Republic since it is only located on this island. It is a stone of volcanic origin and is commonly used to make pendants, earrings or bracelets. On the island it is also known as the dolphin stone and is said to bring peace to the mind-heart connection. It can be a perfect gift for those who enjoy this type of jewelry.

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Free


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