Discover the Dominican Republic

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8 days
Santo Domingo, Jarabacoa, Santiago, Northern coastal region

Get to know the Dominican Republic, a playground of tropical ecosystems and rich cultural history.

Here, nature blends into metropolitan life as you admire beautifully restored monasteries, learn about the country’s reforestation efforts, and experience snorkeling and whitewater rafting. You’ll also see history and art combine as you discover traditional handicrafts and meet with local artisans.

  • Day 1: Fly to the Dominican Republic

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport

  • Day 2: Santo Domingo • Jarabacoa

    Take a guided tour of Santo Domingo

    With your expert local guide you will see:

    • Catedral de Santa María la Menor
    • Ozama Fortress

    Visit the Alcázar de Colón 

    Visit the Tres Ojos caves

    Travel to Jarabacoa

    Enjoy a BBQ dinner in Jarabacoa

  • Day 3: Jarabacoa

    Enjoy a whitewater rafting excursion 

  • Day 4: Jarabacoa • Santiago

    Travel to Santiago

    Visit the Centro Cultural Eduardo León Jimenes 

    Participate in a pottery workshop

    Take a guided tour of Santiago highlighting the vibrant street art

  • Day 5: Santiago • Northern coastal region

    Travel to the Northern coastal region

    Tour Puerto Plata with an expert local guide

    Visit Fortaleza San Felipe, a historic Spanish fortress that once guarded Puerto Plata against pirates and invaders

    Practice self-defense moves in a Jiu Jitsu class

    Experience your own mini-Carnival with an expert costume artist

  • Day 6: Northern coastal region

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    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Surfing Lessons in Cabarete

    Surfing Lessons in Cabarete

    Take a guided walk in a national park

    Experience the thrill of a ziplining adventure through the Dominican canopy (For safety reasons, weight and size restrictions may apply)  

    Enjoy a traditional Dominican dance lesson

  • Day 7: Northern coastal region • Santiago

    Explore the Cayo Arena mangroves and go snorkeling

    Travel to Santiago

  • Day 8: Depart for home

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