From Puerto Plata to Santo Domingo City Tour Lunch Optional

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ID: GYG820795-1307623
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Country: Dominican Republic

Duration: 11:30 hours


Description

Discover the colonial past of the Dominican Republic capital on a city tour of Santo Domingo. Visit the Columbus Lighthouse, the National Pantheon, and the Tres Ojos National Park.
Discover the colonial past of the Dominican Republic capital and feel the historical value of its main monuments with this Santo Domingo City Tour. Visit one of the most famous natural jewels of the country, the Tres Ojos National Park.

Start your tour with a pick-up from your hotel in Puerto Plata and head to the capital of the Dominican Republic, Santo Domingo. Arrive in this great city of almost 4 million inhabitants after a 3.5-hour journey.

The tour will start in the Colonial City, the oldest area of the capital. Here, see historical buildings of great value, including the Columbus Lighthouse, the National Pantheon, and the Ozama Fortress, the oldest fort built by Europeans in America.

Following the colonial traces of Santo Domingo, arrive at the Primate Cathedral of America. Its name will give you a hint of the importance of this temple: it's the first cathedral of the American continent. Built by order of Carlos V, the Basilica of Santa María de la Encarnación is a real jewel of Gothic architecture in the country.

To complete the tour of Santo Domingo, walk along Damas Street, where important historical figures lived, and El Conde Street, famous for its shops. Before saying goodbye to the Colonial City, stop in front of the Alcazar de Diego Colón to review its historical importance in the 16th century. Afterwards, recover your strength with a traditional Dominican meal.

Visit the Tres Ojos National Park, a magical place where time seems to have stopped. This underground cave has been formed by the rise of the rivers, leading to 3 natural lakes of immense beauty.

After a full day in Santo Domingo, return to Puerto Plata, arriving at your hotel 11.5 hours after the pickup.

Highlights

  • Discover the colonial past of the Dominican Republic capital on a city tour
  • See the Columbus Lighthouse, the National Pantheon, and the Ozama Fortress
  • Visit the Primate Cathedral of America, the first cathedral of the Americas
  • Walk along Damas Street, where important historical figures once lived
  • Explore the Tres Ojos National Park and its 3 natural lakes of immense beauty

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Pickup times vary depending on the location of your hotel
Wear comfortable clothing and shoes for walking
Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect from the sun
Carry water to stay hydrated
Camera is recommended for capturing the sights
Be prepared for a full day tour with a duration of approximately 11.5 hours
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NOT INCLUDED

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.