4 Days in Dominican Republic from South to North
4 Days in Dominican Republic from South to North
On this trip you will discover the most beautiful places and the most outstanding cultural aspects of the Dominican Republic crossing the country from north to south. Marvel at Santo Domingo, the oldest city in the "New World", visit the mountainous region of the "Cordillera Central" and discover in Punta Rucia a tropical paradise outside of mass tourism.
- Your guide will be picking you up at 9:00 am at the reception of your hotel in the Colonial Zone.
After breakfast you will be picked up by your private tour guide at the hotel. With it, you will follow in the footsteps of Columbus to experience the first European city in America up close. The historic old town of Santo Domingo has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1990. On the city tour you will visit Diego Colón's "Alcázar de Colón" palace, the "Casas Reales" historical museum, the former governor's palace and the first cathedral. Then you will go to "Fortaleza Ozama", the oldest military building of European origin in America, and "Parque Colón" with the bronze monument of Christopher Columbus. You will also walk along "Calle El Conde", the oldest shopping street in the old town, with its many shops and street vendors, as well as many restaurants, bars and souvenir shops.
After lunch, the journey will take you further through rural areas, which are dominated by intensive agriculture. Along the way you will discover small farmers' stalls selling tropical fruits. Soon the slopes of the well-built highway are on the rise and it begins to climb up the mountains of the Cordillera Central, also known as the Dominican Alps, where the locals spend their summer vacations. Jarabacoa is situated 600 meters above sea level and is surrounded by pine forests, mountains and the rivers "Río Yaque del Norte" and "Río Jimenoa". Spring temperatures prevail throughout the year. This town is the center for hikers and nature lovers and offers many adventure sports. Once you arrive in Jarabacoa, you will take a short tour of the charming city.
- None
Included services
- Local tour guide
- Transfer with Spanish speaking driver
- Water, soft drinks and local drinks during your transfer
- Internet in the vehicle at your disposal
- Tickets
accommodation
- Hotel Gran Jimenoa *** or equivalent, Jarabacoa (Deluxe Room)
- Santo Domingo - La Vega / 85km / 1h15min
- La Vega - Jarabacoa / 69km / 1h10min
After breakfast you will visit the "Monte Alto" coffee factory where the cultivation and processing of coffee will be explained to you. Of course, we will have the opportunity to test. Successively and through a fertile valley, you will arrive at San Francisco de Macorís. Cocoa is grown here in the shade of huge jungle trees. Here you will visit the "Sendero de Cacao". Enjoy the unique possibility to learn all about cocoa at the "Hacienda La Esmeralda" plantation, which supplies world-famous chocolate factories. An opportunity to experience everything from cocoa bean harvesting to chocolate processing. You can also enjoy a cocoa and chocolate tasting. Lunch will be served after the visit.
Your next stop is Salcedo, where you will visit the "Tres Hermanas Mirabel" museum. The Mirabal sisters - María Teresa, Minerva and Patria - who fought against the Trujillo dictatorship were murdered in cold blood in 1960 by Trujillo soldiers after visiting their imprisoned husbands. This atrocity shocked the world.
Later, you will continue your trip to Santiago.
- Breakfast
- Local tour guide
- Transfer with Spanish speaking driver
- Water, soft drinks and local drinks during your transfer
- Internet in the vehicle at your disposal
- Tickets, coffee and cocoa tasting
- Hodelpa Gran Almirante *** or equivalent, Santiago (Executive Superior Room)
- Jarabacoa - San Francisco de Macorís / 68km / 1h30min
- San Francisco de Macorís - Salcedo / 17km / 22min
- Salcedo - Santiago / 50km / 70min
In the morning you will visit the cultural center "León Jimenes", where you will learn about the history and culture of the Dominican Republic from the time of the natives to the present day through a series of informative exhibitions. Then we will go to Tamboríl and visit the La Aurora cigar factory, which was founded in 1903. Today La Aurora is a leading manufacturer and exporter of premium cigars. Look at the production and see how the cigars are carefully handmade. You will learn to roll, hold and smoke a cigar correctly. At the end of this experience, the route will take us to the northwest coast to the tropical and paradisiacal sandy beaches of the idyllic town of Punta Rucia. The small town is located in a stunning bay, where the water glows in beautiful blue and turquoise colors. End the day at the beach or by the pool with a tropical drink.
- Breakfast
- Local tour guide
- Transportation with Spanish speaking driver
- Entrance and tasting of tobacco
- Water, soft drinks and local drinks during your transfer
- Internet in the vehicle at your disposal
- Hotel Punta Rucia Lodge *** or equivalent, Punta Rucia (Superior Garden View)
- Santiago - Tamboril / 4km / 12min
- Tamboríl - Punta Rucia / 104km / 2h
- Breakfast
Included services
- Local tour guide
- Transportation with Spanish speaking driver
- Snorkeling boat and equipment
- Water, soft drinks and local drinks during your transfer
- Internet in the vehicle at your disposal
- Transport
- Accommodation in the mentioned hotels
- Meals as described
- Local tour guide
- Tickets
- Tip for the driver the guide
- Additional food and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Guided visits (included)
- The tour will be in a group of maximum 16 participants.
- On the last day, the departure from the hotel will be upon returning from the "Cayo Arena" excursion.
- If you go to the airport of Santo Domingo, Puerto Plata or Santiago, your transfer is part of the package and we will take care of it.
- If you want to extend your vacation either in a sun and beach hotel, taking part in another of our tours or in another place of your preference, simply inform us and we will see how we can help you.
- Children are not allowed on this tour.
- Service is provided in shared mode.
- Service is subject to variation without prior notice, due to weather (rain, huaycos, overflows, etc.), strikes and / or demonstrations and any other event that does not allow the normal development of the itinerary.
- Any cancellation of the service for the reasons indicated, no refund applies.
- In such case, the Operator could carry out a contingency plan with an alternative tour.
- The Itinerary may vary at the discretion of the operator, always to guarantee the safety of the traveler and the best development of the service in its entirety.
- If you decide to leave before the end of the service, no refund applies either.
- If you do not attend the day of the service, it will be considered "Done" without claims, delays or returns.
- Seats in the transfer mobility are not reserved, they are taken on a first come / first served basis.
Transport
- Operator's Own
- Modern transport with permission from the Ministry of Tourism for National tourist transfer.
- Hotel Gran Jimenoa *** / Deluxe Room / Jarabacoa / 1 night Cozy mountain hotel in Jarabacoa.
- Hotel Hodelpa Gran Almirante *** / Executive Superior Room / Santiago / 1 night
- Discover one of the most comfortable, classic and vibrant hotels in Santiago by staying at Hodelpa Gran Almirante. Located in the heart of downtown, they offer proximity to the best businesses, shops, restaurants and nightlife that can be found in the area.
- Hotel Punta Rucia Lodge **** / Superior Garden View / Punta Rucia / 1 night
- Away from the large complexes, they offer the opportunity to discover an exotic Dominican Republic, in an idyll and authentic point of the island, which will allow you to enjoy tranquility and peace; as well as exploring the surroundings: mangroves, diving, fishing, snorkeling and manatee watching.