The Dominican Republic is a Caribbean nation that shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti to the west. It’s known for its beaches, resorts and golfing. Its terrain comprises rainforest, savannah and highlands, including Pico Duarte, the Caribbean’s tallest mountain. Capital city Santo Domingo has Spanish landmarks like the Gothic Catedral Primada de America dating back 5 centuries in its Zona Colonial district.
Day 01: Santo Domingo
Arrive Santo Domingo meet and assist at the airport and transfer to the Hotel in the Colonial Zone of Santo Domingo. Take the rest of the day to explore the streets of the colonial city, restaurants, bars and shops on your own.
In the evening, we recommend you a visit of the Plaza de Espaсa where you can choose among various excellent restaurants and enjoy your dinner with a view on Christopher Columbus’ sons’ house.
Overnight in hotel
Meals None
Day 02: Santo Domingo – Jarabacoa
Enjoy a drive through the beautiful mountains, attaining an altitude of 900 meters (2953 feet) above sea level. Here you will see the Cibao plateau, where you will drive past cocoa, coffee, banana, rice and tobacco plantations. We recommend you to stop at “Salto de Aguas Blancas” in Constanza, the highest situated waterfall in the Caribbean. Enjoy the spectacular views and take some nice pictures.
You will continue your journey to the hotel Villa Celeste Estate in Jarabacoa, a charming hotel with a pool, nestled at the foot of the mountains and surrounded by majestic beauty. The Dominicans call it “The City of Eternal Spring” because of its consistently pleasant year-round temperatures. Enjoy the afternoon exploring the area of Jarabacoa or a relaxing afternoon by the pool. Driving time: 2 Ѕ hours.
Overnight in hotel
Meals: Breakfast.
Day 03: Jarabacoa – Punta Rucia
After breakfast, you will drive to Rancho Baiguate, where you can choose one from the following activities: • Canyoning in the “Rio Baiguate” • River rafting on the river “Rio Yaque del Norte” • Horseback ride or mountain bike to the Baiguate Waterfalls
In the afternoon, you will continue your trip to the city of Santiago where you can see the famous Monument of Santiago. It was designed in 1944 by the architect Henry Gazon Bona. After the fall of the Dictator Trujillo, it was given the name of “Monument to the Heroes of the Revolution”, which it retains to this day.
From there, you will approach the Northwest of the Dominican Republic, arriving at the small idyllic fishing town of Punta Rucia. At the Punta Rucia Lodge you can relax and enjoy the evening with a nice tropical drink on a beautiful beach. Driving time: 3 hours.
Overnight in hotel
Meals: Breakfast.
Day 04: Punta Rucia
In the morning a fishing boat will be ready and waiting to take you to a small island with a surface area of only 200 square meters of white sand. The greatest natural pageantry however takes place under the water where the coral reefs provide a magnet for vast varieties of colorful fish and other marine life.
Snorkeling in this spectacular natural habitat is an unforgettable experience (boat will provide fins, masks and snorkels). The return trip through the mangroves of the National Park takes you back to the Punta Rucia Lodge.
You can enjoy the afternoon in tranquility at the wonderful, untouched beach that you will most likely have to yourself.
Overnight in hotel
Meals: Breakfast.
Day 05: Punta Rucia – Fort San Felipe – Sosua
Today after breakfast you will follow the road to Sosua. On the way you can stop to visit Fort San Filipe in Puerto Plata. Christopher Columbus arrived in this area on his first voyage documented January 12th, 1493 and founded the town of Puerto Plata (Port Silver). However it was often victimized by pirate raids causing King Felipe II of Spain to command that a fort be built in 1541 to protect this strategic city.
In the late afternoon you arrive at your hotel, which is located only a few minutes away from the beach, a well-known place for snorkeling. Enjoy the rest of the day having a stroll through the city or on the beautiful beach of Sosua. Driving time: 2 hours.
Overnight in hotel
Meals: Breakfast.
Day 06: Sosua – Samana
After breakfast your journey takes you down the coast to the stunning Samana peninsula, one of the most beautiful regions of the Dominican Republic. The diverse scenery includes rivers, lush landscapes, banana plantations, rice fields and a breathtaking coastline. This part of the island offers various different excursions, waterfalls and some of the best, pristine beaches of the Caribbean.
Enjoy the afternoon exploring the town and the surrounding region, taking a swim in the pool or indulge yourself to a spa treatment at the hotel. Driving time: 3 hours.
Overnight in hotel
Meals: Breakfast.
Day 07: Samana – National Park “Los Haitises” – Samana
Today you will explore the most famous national park of the Dominican Republic. In the morning the boat takes you on a tour through “Los Haitises”. Cruising through secluded islands, bays and rock formations you will visit the “Las Lineas” and the “San Gabriel” cave. In the caves you can find painting and carvings of the Tainos, the original inhabitants of the Dominican Republic.
On your tour you will see an incredible variety of birds. Afterwards, your boat will take you to the white beach paradise island of Cayo Levantado, also called “Bacardi Island”. Here you have time to enjoy a typical Dominican lunch and take a swim.
Overnight in hotel
Meals: Breakfast, lunch.
Day 08: Samana – Santo Domingo
After breakfast departure transfer to Airport to catch the flight for onward Jourey.
Meals included: Breakfast
| Place | Night (s) | Hotels |
| Santo Domingo | 01 | JW Marriott |
| Jarabacoa | 01 | Hotel Gran Jimenoa |
| Punta Rucia | 02 | Punta Rucia Lodge |
| Sosua | 01 | Grand Laguna Beach Properties by Caribe Stays |
| Samana | 02 | The Bannister Hotel & Yacht Club |
- Welcome on arrival with fresh flower garlands.
- Meet to attend airports / hotels by our office representative.
- 07 nights in accommodation as per the program.
- Meals as per Program
- Excursion by boat to Cayo Arena – Private excursion by boat through Los Haitises National Park and to Cayo Levantado
- Guide Services ( English language )
- Entrance fees to the monuments.
- All taxes.
• International flights
• Personal Expenses.
• Camera / Video Camera Fees.
• Medical Aid.
• Tipping.
• Travel Insurance.
• Visa If any.
• Accommodation in good hotels.
• Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
• Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost. – Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
• A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
• If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
• 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.
• In Asia, 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.
• In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.
