Half Day Private Tour in Dominican Republic with Local Guide

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4 hours (approx.)

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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

Vehicle with air conditioning Wifi on board
Visit to the Coffee, Cocoa Plantation and Cigar Factory
Visit to a typical Dominican house
Visit to the Basilica and the San Dionisio Catholic Church
See how coffee, cigars and chocolate are made and make your own cigars.
Stop at the local market for souvenirs.
Professional tour guide

Lunch Stop at local restaurant only available with extra charge
TIPS

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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

Pickup details

Please arrive 10 minutes before your selected pickup start time. Your operator can coordinate the exact time and location at your Hotel, Airbnb and other locations.

What To Expect

Punta Cana

It all starts with pickup at the hotel to head to our first stop.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Casa típica. "Café cacao vainilla”

Our first stop will be the coffee and cocoa plantation where you can see the process of making these products and at the same time you can taste it. Near the plantation we will visit a family where we can see how the locals live in the Dominican countryside.

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

La Ceiba

In a panoramic way we will take a tour of the La Ceiba neighborhood, a neighborhood of working people in the area.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rancho Real Cigars

An authentic Dominican factory, where you can try cigar making in the original environment with the original tools. You can buy Dominican Cigars and, of course, there is a wide variety of cigars, from cheap to premium quality.

35 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Otra Banda

Continuing our panoramic tour we will observe the neighborhood of La Otro Banda, one of the busiest neighborhoods in the area since it is very close to the city.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mercado Municipal

Following our panoramic adventure we will show you the local market of Higūey where locals go to buy basic necessities.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Iglesia San Dionisio Santuario de Nuestra Señora de la Altagracia

Then, in a panoramic view, we will observe the beautiful and grandiose San Dionisio Church, this monument began to be built in the year 1569 and was completed in the year 1572.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Basilica Cathedral Of Our Lady Of High Grace

Then we will arrive at the place most visited by Dominicans, the Nuestra Señora De La Altagracia Cathedral. The construction began in 1954 and took 17 years to complete. There we can enjoy that magnificent construction, its beautiful interiors and why not, be able to pray for a few minutes.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Carretera Higüey - Miches

Then we return to the Bávaro area, along the way we will see the largest sugar cane plantations.

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

WORLD MART SOUVENIRS

Our last stop will be at a gift, painting, jewelry store, etc.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Punta Cana

Finally we will return to the lobby of your hotel, Airbnb or home.

1 minute • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Half Day Private Tour in Dominican Republic with Local Guide?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AST). Read more Apr 2025