Highlights of the Dominican Republic
8 days / 7 nights
Get to know the largest and most varied island in the Caribbean, which has far more to offer than just sun and beaches. Walk in the footsteps of Christopher Columbus and explore the first colonial city in the "New World". Discover the beauty of the southwest, home to rare animal and plant species, and secluded beaches. Inland, explore the mountains of the "Cordillera Central" and learn about how coffee, cocoa and cigars are produced. Let yourself be captivated by the lush tropical landscape and pristine beaches on the Samaná peninsula. Experience the Dominican Republic and create unforgettable memories!
Day one : Arrival in Santo Domingo
12:00 PM : Transfer from the airport to your hotel
2:00 PM : Free time to explore Santo Domingo
Day two : Santo Domingo to Barahona
8:00 AM : Breakfast & Check Out
9:00 AM : City Tour, Santo Domingo
1:00 PM : Lunch at a local restaurant
2:00 PM : Drive to Barahona
5:30 PM : Check in to your hotel in Barahona
Day three : Laguna de Oviedo & Bahia de Las Aguilas
8:00 AM : Breakfast at your hotel
8:30 AM : Drive to Laguna de Oviedo
10:00 AM : Birding Tour, Laguna de Oviedo
12:00 PM : Bahia de las Aguilas Excursion
1:00 PM : Lunch at Bahia de Las Aguilas (not included)
3:30 PM : Drive back to Barahona
6:30 PM : Return to hotel in Barahona
Day four : Barahona to Jarabacoa
8:00 AM : Breakfast & Check Out
9:00 AM : Drive to Santo Cerro via Bani
1:00 PM : Lunch at Santo Cerro (not included)
4:00 PM : Drive to Jarabacoa
5:00 PM : Check in to your hotel
Day five : Coffee & Cigars
8:00 AM : Breakfast & Check Out
9:00 AM : Coffee & Cigar Factory Tour, Jarabacoa
4:00 PM : Check in to your hotel
Day six : Museum & Cacao Plantation
8:00 AM : Breakfast & Check Out
8:30 AM : Drive to Salcedo
9:30 AM :
10:30 AM : Drive to
11:00 AM : Cacao Plantation Tour
1:00 PM : Lunch
2:00 PM : Drive to Samana Peninsula
4:00 PM : Check in to your hotel in Samana
Day seven : Samana Peninsula
9:00 AM : Free day to explore Samana
9:00 AM : Whale Watching (optional)
1:00 PM : Cayo Levantado (optional)
Day eight : Departure from Santo Domingo
9:00 AM : Ground Transportation to Santo Domingo Airport
Key sights to see
Exciting and memorable things to do
Great places to stay
- Airport transfers
- Private transportation and driver for the entire trip
- English and/or Spanish speaking tour guide for the entire trip
- Accommodations similar to those described
- All entry fees, taxes and service charges for excursions and visits described
- Some meals
- Flights to and from the Dominican Republic
- Additional Meals & Beverages
- Gratuities