Higuey City Tour from Punta Cana: Culture & Local Life

4.3 (4 reviews) Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
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Duration5h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 50 travelers
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Overview

This tour allows you to see the 'real' Dominican Republic, outside of the resorts.

Tours aboard a safari truck led by a tour guide, a driver, and a canteen worker.

Pick-up and return at your hotel or place of lodging.

Transport with Truck Safari, then visit a typical souvenir shop and a handmade cigar demonstration, you will get a panoramic view of the school, then we will visit the city of Higüey with a panoramic view of the Basilica.

Walk through the Local Market in Higüey.

Visit the Higüey Mountains and arrive at the ranch for a Dominican-style buffet lunch.
Stroll on the River.
You will visit a Typical Dominican House where you can see the process of Coffee, Cocoa, and Fruits, with tasting included.
Horseback ride.
We visited Macao beach where you will have the opportunity to swim.
Drinks during the excursion. (Water / Rum / Juice)

What's included

  • Coffee and Natural Chocolate Tasting
  • Visit Factory of Tobacco and Tasting
  • (Dominican buffet)
  • Visit to Macau Beach
  • Visit Basilica Our Lady of Altagracia
  • Pick up and drop off at your hotel
  • Tip

What to expect

  1. Basilica of Our Lady of Altagracia
    2h
    First, head to the Higüey Basilica. Devotees from all corners of the country flock to this impressive sanctuary. As the largest religious monument in the Dominican Republic, it covers a massive area. As a distinctive Latin cross-shaped structure, this is a masterpiece of French architects. Visitors are led through a 24kt silvered somber bronze entrance. gold. On his second visit to the country, Pope John Paul II crowned an image of the Virgin of Altagracia, a remarkable silver-gilt diadem. A tall bell tower guarding 45 bronze chimes are pleasant visual stimuli for passers-by, enveloping them in a heavenly aura. Despite its religious beliefs, this sacred place radiates a sense of peace and tranquility.
  2. Playa Macao
    2h
    Delight your senses on the beautiful and relaxing beach of Macau.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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