EXCURSION: Private
EXCURSION TYPE: Cultural, Scenic, Shopping
FOOD/BEVERAGE: Snacks, Bottled Water Included
ACTIVITY LEVEL: Easy
The beautiful and colorful colonial city of Santo Domingo is the capital and largest city in the Dominican Republic as well as a UNESCO world heritage site. Throughout this action-packed walking tour, you will explore lively neighborhoods and see historical monuments while soaking up spectacular views and bachata music.
Learn about the city’s storied history as you stroll the cobblestone streets of Zona Colonial with your local guide. This colorful district in Santo Domingo is the oldest one in the city and the area where Christopher Columbus settled in the New World. You will navigate past street vendors and chaotic traffic to see the Cathedral Santa Maria La Menor, the first cathedral of the Americas. Also, in the district are the 16th century Fortaleza Ozama and the first university built in the New World.
Take a photo of the majestic ruins of the San Francisco Monastery looming over the city from its perch on top of the hill, then survey the neighborhoods to discover delicious bakeries and cafes, boutique art galleries and local artisans. While in the district be sure to walk on the first street in the New World, the Calle Las Damas!
This small group tour allows for personalized attention with your local and knowledgeable guide and is a must-do for first-timers to the Dominican Republic, book today and don’t miss out.
• Welcome with fresh flower garlands.
• Meeting and assistance by our representative.
• Entrance fees to the monuments.
• Private guide throughout your journey.
• Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
• All Transfers, Sightseeing and Overland drive as per the itinerary by private air-conditioned Transport.
• All taxes.
• Domestic and International Flights.
• Personal Expenses.
• Camera / Video Camera Fees.
• Medical Aid.
• Tips.
• Travel Insurance.
• A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
• Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
• In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
• Sometimes, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
• While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
• Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
