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Things to do in Dominican Republic
Half Day Private Tour in Dominican Republic with Local Guide is a tour or activity in Dominican Republic, about 4 hours long. It costs about CAD $164 per person, with 2 options at different prices. TripRadr is a neutral Canadian vacation comparison site; you book this activity on Viator, and TripRadr may earn a commission.
Discover authentic Dominican culture on a private half-day tour from Punta Cana to Higüey, accompanied by a local guide. Visit a typical house and coffee and cocoa plantation, where you will know its growing and preparation processes. Then, enjoy an independent stop at an artisan cigar factory to observe its traditional brewing.
In Higüey, tour the local market, visit the historic Church of San Dionisio and visit the Basilica of Nuestra Señora de la Altagracia, one of the main cultural and religious symbols of the country. You’ll also have time for a short shopping stop for local produce and souvenirs.
Throughout the tour, your guide will share details about Dominican customs, agriculture and daily life. Upon completion, your private transportation will take you comfortably back to your hotel.
Prices are per person in CAD. They are approximate, converted from Viator's price, and the final price is shown on Viator. You choose your option on Viator.
Adult (18 to 75)
$164
Child (3 to 10)
$50
Adult (18 to 75)
$186
Child (3 to 10)
$71
It all starts with pickup at the hotel to head to our first stop.
20 min
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 min
In a panoramic way we will take a tour of the La Ceiba neighborhood, a neighborhood of working people in the area.
20 min
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 min · Admission included
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 min
Following our panoramic adventure we will show you the local market of Higūey where locals go to buy basic necessities.
5 min
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 min · Admission included
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 min · Admission included
Then we return to the Bávaro area, along the way we will see the largest sugar cane plantations.
40 min
Our last stop will be at a gift, painting, jewelry store, etc.
30 min
Finally we will return to the lobby of your hotel, Airbnb or home.
1 min
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Rules can differ by option and date. The policy shown on Viator when you book is the one that applies.
Half Day Private Tour in Dominican Republic with Local Guide costs about CAD $164 per person, and up to CAD $186 per adult for the dearest option. The price depends on the date, the option you choose and the number of travellers. Prices on TripRadr are in CAD and approximate, converted from Viator's price. The final price is shown on Viator before you book.
It takes about 4 hours. The exact start and finish times depend on the option and the date you choose. Viator shows the times when you pick a date.
This activity includes 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; Professional tour guide; See how coffee, cigars and chocolate are made and make your own cigars.; Stop at the local market for souvenirs.. Anything that is not listed is not included. The full list is on the Viator page.
Not included: TIPS; Lunch. Plan to pay separately for anything that is not listed as included. The full list is on the Viator page.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Rules can differ by option and date. Read the policy on Viator before you book.
Hotel pickup is included for Half Day Private Tour in Dominican Republic with Local Guide. The operator sets the pickup areas and times. Check them on Viator before you book.
Half Day Private Tour in Dominican Republic with Local Guide has child pricing for ages 3 to 10. Adult pricing applies from age 18. The operator sets the age bands and any age limits. Check them on Viator before you book.
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fromCAD $164per person (approx.)
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