What to do and see in Punta Cana, La Altagracia Province: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

A historic adventure awaits you when exploring the oldest city in the Americas and first capital of the New World. During the journey you will learn about the history of Santo Domingo and its many attractions.

Inclusions: Transportation, (Only from/to centrally located Hotels in the Bayahibe area)., Lunch and beverages., Tour guide., Entrance to museums

Exclusions: Tips, Photos

Would you like to walk in the footsteps of Christopher Columbus? Of course you would!  That's why we're inviting you to our exclusive excursion from Punta Cana to Santo Domingo.  We're giving YOU the opportunity to experience, first hand, the birth of European civilization in the Americas. The first cathedral, paved road, university, hospital, stone home, tavern, etc are all located within a 16 block radius in Santo Domingo's Colonial Zone or "Old City".  Oh and did we mention the Colonial Zone is a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1992? How many World Heritage Sites have you been to? This is how your day shakes down... From Punta Cana you head west through rolling sugar cane fields until we reach the Dominican Republic's capital city. Now, you're in the thick of it, witnessing everyday life for millions of Dominicans; your walled off resort is far from this reality. 

Inclusions: Round trip transportation, Professional guide, Lunch, Snacks, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Comfortable Clothing, Camera

You will take a fascinating three hour tour that takes you to 5 stops for you to experience the area and history of Little Haiti and other Dominican communities located in Bavaro, Punta Cana. This tour is completely safe and is done in the tourist zone.

Inclusions: Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle

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We leave early in the morning from any hotel in Bávaro and Bayahibe, in comfortable and modern buses, accompanied by an expert guide. Walking along the narrow roads of yesterday, we will visit the beginnings of the New World, where at the beginning of the 15th century the first colonial houses were built, touring the Colonial City; We will pay tribute to the Primada de las Américas Cathedral, the birthplace of a fervent Catholic faith; We will also take a walk through the Alcazar de Colón, which will take you to the time of the first Spanish conquerors. The full day excursion also includes a typical lunch in a famous Dominican food restaurant, to savor our typical dishes. Is there more ?, Yes, we will walk along the Malecon of Santo Domingo where we can appreciate the beauty of the Caribbean Sea and some of the buildings of the modern city such as the Palace of Fine Arts, the National Theater and the Presidential Palace among others.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Lunch

Exclusions: WiFi on board, Private transportation

A comfortable bus will take you from the hotel and we will embark on our journey (drive time is 2 hours). Our first stop will be the Three Eyes cave. This cave got its name thanks to three crystal clear lakes located at a depth of 15 meters. However, in 1916, the fourth lake was discovered, which is considered to be the most spectacular. And we will definitely visit it! Our next stop will be the colonial city. Here we can plunge into the atmosphere of authenticity and feel the spirit of the Spanish conquerors. You will enjoy an exciting walk along the first street of the New World, a visit to the house of Diego Columbus, a fort of the 16th century and the first temple of the New World, where the ashes of Christopher Columbus were found. At the end, you will have lunch with a gorgeous view of the colonial square. Next, we will go to the eastern part of the city, where we will visit the Columbus Lighthouse.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water, Lunch, Snacks, Soda/Pop, WiFi on board

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Explore the oldest city in the Americas on this walking tour of Santo Domingo. During this full-day excursion from Punta Cana, follow your local guide to view some 5th century colonial monuments, Las Damas Street and Diego Columbus Alcazar, the first cathedral built in the new world. Stop by the National Presidential Palace, get fantastic views of downtown and watch a 4D movie about the history of the city. Lunch at a traditional Dominican restaurant and round-trip transportation from Punta Cana hotels are included.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Local guide, Lunch, Pass By: Calle de Las Damas, Pass By: Alcazar de Colon, Pass By: National Palace, Pass By: Museo De Las Casas Reales, Pass By: Catedral Primada de America, Pass By: Zona Colonial

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During the tour that we will do in Santo Domingo, we will visit the main monuments and historical places of our country, so that you can learn about our origins, culture, and lifestyle. Our tour in Santo Domingo begins in the Los Tres Ojos National Park, then we make a stop at the Colon Lighthouse, where the remains of Admiral Cristóbal Colon rest. Then we will continue our tour of the new city of Santo Domingo and we will walk through the main streets and most important avenues, we will pass through the commercial area, Chinatown, and we will stop to take a photo at the presidential palace. from there we continue straight to the Malecón de Santo Domingo. After all the aforementioned, we will stop in the colonial zone, where we will enjoy a typical lunch, here we recharge the batteries, by then we will start the tour throughout this old city, where we will visit the first cathedral in America, calle las damas, plaza España.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Typical, Non-alcoholic beverages

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks

Ever felt like treating yourself and your family to a once in a lifetime experience? Here is your chance to buckle up in air conditioned SUV vehicles to enjoy personalized VIP treatment in the Outback Explorer adventure from Punta Cana. Your guides will show you hidden secrets of Dominican Republic, take you through the countryside and make sure you have the best time ever!

Inclusions: Purified water, Soft drinks, Rum and beer, Dominican lunch with a le carte set menu, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Gratuities, Souvenirs (available to purchase)

Know our stories from 5 centuries ago, from the colonization of the Spaniards on our island, as well as visit the monuments built by them

Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned minibus, Round-trip shared transfer, Lunch

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Santo Domingo is a magical city, full of history, culture and amazing landscapes. Walk through the oldest capital of the “New” World; Santo Domingo is the first city founded in America. This sightseeing tour shows you a city full of history and culture. A great activity for the whole family.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Lunch, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages