Private Half Day Tour in Dominican Republic with Local Guide

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!

It all starts with pickup at the hotel to head to our first stop.

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.

In a panoramic way we will take a tour of the La Ceiba neighborhood, a neighborhood of working people in the area.

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.

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.

Following our panoramic adventure we will show you the local market of Higūey where locals go to buy basic necessities.

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.

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.

Then we return to the Bávaro area, along the way we will see the largest sugar cane plantations.

Our last stop will be at a gift, painting, jewelry store, etc.

Finally we will return to the lobby of your hotel, Airbnb or home.

• 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

• Private Half Day Tour in Dominican Republic with Local Guide
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• 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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• This Tour is Provided by SUMMIT PUNTA CANA TOURS AND TRANSFER.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at America/Santo_Domingo.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 45 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.