Private Half Day Tour in Dominican Republic with Local Guide
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About the Activity
Get to know the architecture and customs of Higüey with this excursion from Punta Cana. You will also discover how tobacco is grown by visiting an agricultural plantation! We will first visit a tobacco factory. Do you know how this typical product is made? We will learn about the main techniques in this artisan house that has been making cigars by hand for generations. It will surprise you! The next stop will be the Basilica-Cathedral of Our Lady of La Altagracia. This modern sanctuary, located in the heart of Higüey, is dedicated to one of the virgins most revered by Dominicans. During the visit to the temple we will appreciate its unique architecture. We will continue the excursion in the Higüey Market, where we will see the great variety of exotic fruits in its stalls. Then we will go to the San Dionisio Sanctuary. Do you know the link between this temple and the Virgin of La Altagracia? We'll find out!3 hours to 4 hours
Private Tour
Pickup offered
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Mobile ticket
Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
Travel Date
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Travelers
Adult : 2
Inclusions & Exclusions
See how coffee, cocoa and cigars are made, and you can make your own cigar
Stop at the market to take your memories of Punta Cana.
Vehicle with air conditioning and wifi on board
Visit to de Cafe plantation, Cocoa and cigar factory.
Visit the Basilica of Higüey and the church San Dionisio
Professional Private Guide
Visit a typical Dominican house
tips
Lunch (available with extra price)
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Locations in the itinerary
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Punta Cana
Punta Cana, CaribbeanIt all starts with pickup at the hotel to head to our first stop.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
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 IncludedView Location
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In a panoramic way we will take a tour of the La Ceiba neighborhood, a neighborhood of working people in the area.15 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location
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Rancho Real Cigars
Highway Higuey _ Macao, La Gina, La Altagracia, Dominican Republic, Parada Rancho Real, Punta Cana, CaribbeanAn 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.30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location5
Following our panoramic tour we are going to observe the neighborhood of La Otro Banda, one of the busiest neighborhoods in the area since it is very close to the city.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Following our panoramic adventure we will show you the local market of Higūey where locals go to buy basic necessities.5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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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 IncludedView Location
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Basilica Catedral Nuestra Senora de la Altagracia
Avenida Monsenor Adolfo Nouel, , Higuey, Caribbean, 23000Then 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.30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Enjoy this tour when you book with us, our professional guide will be waiting in the lobby of your hotel or AIRBNB, this service is available for the areas of Punta Cana, Bávaro, Cabeza de Toro, Macao and Uvero Alto. (For hotels in the Cap Cana area we have a special option to select.)
- Travelers will be picked up 10 minutes before departure time
Pickup points
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
- Spanish
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in America/Santo_Domingo time to receive 100% refund.
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