Walled City Tour The first and larger of the four major walled cities of the New World will enrapture you with its magic and mystery. Our multiple-stop tour of the Colonial City will take us to many historical sites, starting with the famous entry portal to the city: La Puerta de San Diego. It was the main gateway for many conquistadors who arrived through and departed from to conquer the Americas. The tour will follow with visits to the most important locations of this city encased within its infamous wall, a witness to pirates and wars. Our tour will end at the historical “Puerta del Conde”, birthplace of the nation where the old city meets the new city. Tour Type: Sightseeing City Tour, Cultural Heritage Available: Closed Dec. 24 & 25, New Year, local holidays Location: Santo Domingo Includes: Transport, Guide, water Languages: English, French, German and Spanish Capacity: 150 pax. Activity Level: Mid. Walking Options for the disabled: Not Available Min. Age: 8 Max. Age: 75 Duration: 4hrs. 30 min.
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Walled City Tour
The first and larger of the four major walled cities of the New World will enrapture you with its magic and mystery. Our multiple-stop tour of the Colonial City will take us to many historical sites, starting with the famous entry portal to the city: La Puerta de San Diego. It was the main gateway for many conquistadors who arrived through and departed from to conquer the Americas. The tour will follow with visits to the most important locations of this city encased within its infamous wall, a witness to pirates and wars. Our tour will end at the historical “Puerta del Conde”, birthplace of the nation where the old city meets the new city.
Tour Type: Sightseeing City Tour, Cultural Heritage Available: Closed Dec. 24 & 25, New Year, local holidays Location: Santo Domingo Includes: Transport, Guide, water Languages: English, French, German and Spanish Capacity: 150 pax. Activity Level: Mid. Walking Options for the disabled: Not Available Min. Age: 8 Max. Age: 75 Duration: 4hrs. 30 min.
Churches of Santo Domingo
Our journey begins across the Rio Ozama in the place where it all began - the place where the first city was founded. Our guide will recreate the story of how the city was built around their churches. You will have the unique opportunity to admire the Gothic buildings still in existence in the New World.
Our route takes us along: Capilla del Rosario, Metropolitan Cathedral Basilica Santa Maria de la Encarnacion, Primate of America, Church of the Convent of Santa Clara, Imperial Convent of Santo Domingo (Dominican), Church of La Altagracia, Ermita de San Anton, Santa Barbara, among others Our precious extensive tour will conclude with a visit to the Western Hemisphere Cathedral, Santa Maria la Menor. This Cathedral was built between 1510 and 1540 and was made the first of the New World in 1510 by Pope Paul III.
Tour Type: Sightseeing City Tour, Cultural Heritage Available: Closed Dec. 24 & 25, New Year, local holidays Location: Santo Domingo Includes: Transport, Guide, water Languages: English, French, German and Spanish Capacity: 150 pax. Activity Level: Mid. Walking Options for the disabled: Not Available Min. Age: 8 Max. Age: 75 Duration: 4hrs. 30 min.
Tour Dominican Fiesta
This tour is designed to create a wonderful experience for visitors who want to get in touch with the rich Dominican Culture. We began a cave in one to the best Dominican restaurants in the city Adrian Tropical, were you will taste a variety of Dominican dishes . Get a taste of what the carnival is all about, see couples dance the merengue beautifully, learn with them how to move to the tropical rhythms . Watch will artisans create beautiful pieces from clay, and masterpieces from tobacco leaves. Just forget about the world drink, eat and dance with us.
Tour Type: Historical Available: Closed Dec. 24 & 25, New Year, local holidays Location: San Pedro de Macoris Includes: Transport, Guide, snack Languages: English, French, German and Spanish Capacity: 40 pax. Difficulty Level: Easy Options for the disabled: Available Min. Age: 18 Max. Age: 75 Duration: For more information & Reservations contact us at [email protected] or 809 563-0019
Tequia Experiences: Dinner & Show
Built more than 500 years ago, this magical city has captured in time and has witnessed the birth of the new world. Proclaimed by UNESCO as "World Heritage", this city is used to being the first: was the first European colony in the Western Hemisphere, where it was built the first cathedral, the first monastery, the first University and the first hearing, but, more importantly, is the place where the Dominican Republic was forged. This delightful tour will include a panoramic view of the Zona Colonial, the Cathedral, Plaza Spain, Alcazar of colon, Museum of the Royal houses and the National Pantheon, a tour of the modern city, a la carte dinner, and our last stop will take us to thru the underground tunnels that contact this old city. The we will enjoy some on the nightlife in this vibrate old city.
Tour Type:Cutural Heritage and entertainment Available: Closed Dec. 24 & 25, New Year, local holidays Location: Santo Domingo Includes: Transport, Guide, full service meal, water, soda, wine, beer, or rum, coffee Languages: English, French, German and Spanish Capacity: 50 pax. Difficulty Level: Mid Walking Options for the disabled: Not Available Min. Age: 8 Max. Age: 75 Duration: 5hrs. 30 min
The Art Route
Tequia and the Dominican Art Gallery’s Association unite to bring this unique and interesting cultural experience. Visit six of the main art galleries in Santo Domingo, and view the best Dominican artist. Enjoy a Champaign toast and a private tour of each gallery. Includes, transport, Champaign toast, guide, 10% discount in purchases at participating galleries.
Tour Type: Historical Available: Closed Dec. 24 & 25, New Year, local holidays Location: San Pedro de Macoris Includes: Transport, Guide, snack Languages: English, French, German and Spanish Capacity: 40 pax. Difficulty Level: Easy Options for the disabled: Available Min. Age: 18 Max. Age: 75 Duration: For more information & Reservations contact us at [email protected] or 809 563-0019
Santo Domingo City Tour
Santo Domingo the capital city of the second largest country in the Caribbean is vibrant, with bustling streets lined with an eclectic mix of architecture. Its new towers, its neo-classical public buildings, the art deco-style houses and the colonial-style palaces all mix together in a pastel palette which gives this capital its unique personality. This trip will include a guided tour of the Botanical Garden where a vast collection of tropical plants co-exists with native specimens. This beautiful visit will end with a buffet-style lunch served in one of the park’s pavilions amidst ferns and vines. A delicious menu of traditional Dominican recipes and a selection of Dominican beers will be served.
Tour type: Cultural Private Departure: December 12,2011 (TBC) Location: Zona Colonial and National District, Santo Domingo Includes: Transportation, Tour Guide and cover for 3 monuments
Languages: English Minimum required: 1 Capacity: Up to 300 people Difficulty Level: Easy Options for the disabled: Not available
Min Age: 0 Max Age: 75 yrs Duration: Departure from Santo Domingo: 4 ½ hours Aprox.- Recommendations: Comfortable clothes and shoes, sunblock
Santo Domingo by Night
Santo Domingo is a vibrant city with a very exciting nightlife. It combines the laid back lifestyle of the Caribbean with the sophistication of a large metropolitan city. Our night will begin with an aperitif at one of the popular bars in the Colonial Zone, followed by a panoramic tour of the old and Modern city. You will enjoy a gourmet dinner at one of the 5 star restaurants in the city. The night will end with drinks and dancing at one of Santo Domingo's happening clubs.
Tour Type: Historical Available: Closed Dec. 24 & 25, New Year, local holidays Location: San Pedro de Macoris Includes: Transport, Guide, snack Languages: English, French, German and Spanish Capacity: 40 pax. Difficulty Level: Easy Options for the disabled: Available Min. Age: 18 Max. Age: 75 Duration: For more information & Reservations contact us at [email protected] or 809 563-0019
Cigar Club
Our trip will take us to one of the premier cigar clubs in the city, where you can sit back and enjoy the best cigars in the world the Tabacalera Fuente’s famous cigars. Here you can watch a work of art handcrafted as it has been done since the beginning. Our expert master blender will guide you thru a pairing of Premium Dominican Run and Fuentes cigars
A percentage of the proceeds of this tour will be donated to the Cigar Family Charitable Foundation. For more information www.cf-cf.org This tour is certified by Tabacalera Fuente and Casa Fuente.
Tour Type: Historical Available: Closed Dec. 24 & 25, New Year, local holidays Location: San Pedro de Macoris Includes: Transport, Guide, snack Languages: English, French, German and Spanish Capacity: 40 pax. Difficulty Level: Easy Options for the disabled: Available Min. Age: 18 Max. Age: 75 Duration: For more information & Reservations contact us at [email protected] or 809 563-0019
Santiago Art and Folklore tour
The Santiago the second largest city of the Dominican Republic., is located at in the heart of the island, is a cultural and artistic hub where folklore meets modern art. Our trip begins with a visit to the impressive Monument to the Restoration of the Republic and a guided tour of the Santiago Cultural Center gallery. At the Cultural Center, a local artists show could be viewed, followed by a delightful performance of one of the country’s best and oldest traditional dance schools. An “a la carte” lunch will be served in one of the city’s famous restaurants with a selection of wines and Dominican beers for you to choose from. Our visit to Santiago will conclude with a guided tour of the Centro Leon( www.centroleon.ogr.do). This tour is certified by the Plan Estratégico de Santiago and by Santiago City Marketing Tour Type: Cultural Heritage Available: Closed Dec. 24 & 25, New Year, local holidays Location: Santiago Includes: Transport, Guide, full meal, water, soda, juice & coffee Languages: English, French, German and Spanish Capacity: 150 pax. Difficulty Level: Easy Options for the disabled: Available Min. Age: 8 Max. Age: 75 Duration: 9hrs. 30min.
Golf Challenge
The Dominican Republic is the premier golf destinations in the Caribbean. The country’s perfect weather and its many golf courses designed by famous personalities, with four (soon to be six) by the Dye-family and two by Robert Trent Jones Sr., make this country a real golfer’s paradise. You will enjoy a challenging experiences by playing in one of our world renowned courses, with a superb lunch served “a la carte” and a premium open bar, for a half day playing 9 holes or a fullday of 18 holes. Our tour is the perfect escape for those who want to enjoy unique golf experience on a beautifully challenging and delightfully untamable course. * Excursions designed exclusively for private groups available (4 pax min.) Tour Type: Golf, Specialized Sports Available: From Monday to Saturday Location: Santo Domingo Includes: Shared golf cart, golf club rental & golf bal Language: Not applicable Capacity: Up to 50 pax Difficulty Level: Easy Options for the disabled: Not available Min Age: 8 yrs Max Age: 75 yrs Duration: 5 hrs. Recommendation: Sun block, golf shoes
Beach day Pass
If you just want to get away and relax by the beach, a tropical cocktail or enjoy an extra cold beer, we have the tour for you. A simple, non-elaborate ride designed for those travelers who like to enjoy the sun. A pre fixed lunch will be served accompanied by your drink of choice. Eat, swim, drink and relax the day away.
Tour Type: Leisure Available: Closed Dec. 24 & 25, New Year, local holidays Location: Boca Chica Includes: Transport, Guide, snack Languages: English, French, German and Spanish Capacity: 150 pax. Difficulty Level: Easy Options for the disabled: Available Min. Age: 8 Max. Age: 75 Duration: For more information & Reservations contact us at [email protected] or 809 563-0019
Chocolate & Clay The Dominican Republic is the number one exporter of organic cocoa in the world. Our tour will take us to the old sugar plains of north Santo Domingo; once part of the biggest plantation of the Caribbean, now a free spirited and cultural haven where a cluster of independent local farmers grow cocoa according to the highest standards of Fair Trade and Organic Certification. The trip will continue at the Guillen brothers farm/atelier where you as you see red colored earth turn into gods and history of an indigenous past. You will enjoy a meal cooked outdoors with your choice of Dominican beers and cacao wine.
Tour Type: Cultural Available: Every day except on Holly week and Dec. 24 & 25 Location: Yamasa Includes: Transport, Guide, lunch, snack Languages: English, French, German and Spanish Capacity: 200 pax. Difficulty Level: Moderate Options for the disabled: Not Available Min. Age: 8 Max. Age: 75 Duration:6 hours
Recommendations: Comfortable shoes and cloths, Sunscreen and insect repellent
Boyá: adventure and historic legend. This is a historic trip full of music, adventure and the soul of the real Dominican People. With beautiful views this enclave acts as a monument to the first fight for freedom from slavery between an indigenous race and the Europeans in the new world, as well as the last refuge for the Tainos people, after the colonization. Our trip will begin with a visit to the church of Santa Maria de Boyá, historic monument built in the 16th century. The tour will continue with an optional ride to the “Salto de Socoa”. There we can appreciate the beauty of the tropics with this majestic waterfall and enjoy a short swim. Lunch will be served at the homes around the main square, putting each visitor to interact with their Dominican host. This tour full of history, legends, music and adventure, is predestined to be etched in your memory forever. Tour Type: Cultural Available: Closed Dec. 24 & 25, New Year, local holidays Location: Boya Includes: Transport, Guide, lunch, snack Languages: English, French, German and Spanish Capacity: 50 pax. Difficulty Level: Moderate Options for the disabled: Not Available Min. Age: 8 Max. Age: 75 Duration: 7 hours Recommendations: Comfortable shoes and cloths, Sunscreen and insect repellent
Chateau de la Fuente; birthplace of a dream
Time, water and the sun have forged a valley where the soil conditions make possible the perfect combination to produce one of the best cigars in the planet. It is in this valley, with its afternoon rain mists, perfect sunrays and the perseverance of a family, where a dream was born: Fuente Fuente Opus X, the first ultra premium 100% Dominican cigar. Our trip will take us thru all stages of farming, curing and aging of this precious ingredient in Tabacalera Fuente’s famous cigars. A quick visit to the Cigar Family Charitable Foundation Store will give you an opportunity to appreciate the fine local artists craftsmanship and visit the foundation compound. Our lunch “a la carte” with a superb three-course menu inspired by the New Dominican Cuisine, will delight you.A percentage of the proceeds of this tour will be donated to the Cigar Family Charitable Foundation. For more information www.cf-cf.orgThis tour is certified by Tabacalera Fuente and Casa Fuente. Tour Type: Sightseeing, cultural, sustainable Available: Oct. to April, Closed Dec. 24 & 25, New Year, local holidays Location: Bonao Includes: Transport, Guide, snack, full meal Languages: English, French, German and Spanish Capacity: 40 pax. Difficulty Level: Mid walking Options for the disabled: Available Min. Age: 18 Max. Age: 75 Duration: 7hrs.30min.
Cueva de las Maravillas & Eco- Toursim route of Padre Nuestro.
Our first stop, in the Cueva de las Maravillas, impressive caves architectural heritage. This magnificent cave is located at a depth of 25 meters underground, where we can be delighted with the natural beauty and at the same time have an educational tourist experience, our itinerary continues to La Romana, Bayahibe, where we enjoy an impressive route Humid Forest trails and dry springs, gardens, conservatory with Farallones and end with a cave. We will finish with a buffet lunch outdoors.
Tour Type: Historical Available: Closed Dec. 24 & 25, New Year, local holidays Location: San Pedro de Macoris Includes: Transport, Guide, snack Languages: English, French, German and Spanish Capacity: 40 pax. Difficulty Level: Easy Options for the disabled: Available Min. Age: 18 Max. Age: 75 Duration: For more information & Reservations contact us at [email protected] or 809 563-0019
Ron Barceló Sugar & Rum Experience To talk about San Pedro de Macorís is to talk about cane sugar and the sugar industry. After the introduction of the sugar cane to the island, in 1493 by Christopher Columbus, sugar became until recently, the main source of the Dominican Republic’s economy. Another industry that grew from these beginnings was to become even more crucial to the survival and progress of the country. This industry is today one of the strongest in the Dominican Republic and has produced brands of international recognition such as Ron Barceló. Ron Barceló www.ronbarcelo.com was founded in 1930 and is currently one of the most prestigious brands not only in the country but in the world. Join us in a journey to The Ron Barceló Historical Center in SPM, where we will take you to the beginnings of an industry and a brand that today are an essential part of the Dominican culture. A tasting of the Ron Barceló product line accompanied by a small snack will be the perfect ending for this enjoyable experience. Tour Type: Historical Available: Closed Dec. 24 & 25, New Year, local holidays Location: San Pedro de Macoris Includes: Transport, Guide, snack Languages: English, French, German and Spanish Capacity: 40 pax. Difficulty Level: Easy Options for the disabled: Available Min. Age: 18 Max. Age: 75 Duration: For more information & Reservations contact us at [email protected] or 809 563-0019
Day Pass at Rancho Justa Enjoy a day surrounded by the Dominican Country side. Spend the day swimming in the Boya River, exploring hiking trails, horseback riding and just plain sitting back and relaxing.
The best part will come at lunch where you will taste a real Dominican delicacy, the sancocho, cook over a wood fire the old fashion way.
Includes: Transport, host, lunch, nonalcoholic beverages and activities (horseback rding or hiking
Tour Type: Leisure- Eco adventure Idiomas: Español, Ingles, Frances y Alemán, Capacidad: 100 pax. Nivel de Dificultad: Easy Min. Age: 8 Max. Age: 75 Duration: 6 horas For more information & Reservations contact us at [email protected] or 809 563-0019
Flavors of the Old City Built more than 500 years ago Santo Domingo is a magical combination of modern sophistication, old world charm and Latin charisma.
The cuisine in this city of firsts is as varied, rich and flavorful as the old city itself. Joins as in a culinary tour of this magical city, and enjoys the tastes found in the restaurants that for years have been an integral part of its identity. Includes: Visits to five restaurants of specially prepared appetizers and drinks (Alcoholic and non-alcoholic).-
Tour Type: Historical & Gastronomic Meeting Point: Restaurant Atarazana Zona Colonial Includes: Guide, entre and cocktail at each of the five stops Idiomas: Español, Ingles, Frances y Alemán, Capacidad: 20 pax. Nivel de Dificultad: Easy Min. Age: 8 Max. Age: 75 Duration: 4 hours For more information & Reservations contact us at [email protected] or 809 563-0019
Samana: Traditions of the Harvest Festival
The harvest festival, a tradition born at the beginning of the 19th century, is still one of the most celebrating by the people of Samana. A religious and cultural fest, as a thanksgiving for the rain, earth and crops, this festival that can trace its roots to the yam and rice festival of West Africa. Joins us at one of the main churches where the harvest festival is held and experiences this tradition to the fullest. Enjoy dances, games, and the best of Samana fare, Johnnie Cake, soda bread, ginger beer, fish, pigeon pees and coconut rice, and more, watch local artisans creating beautiful pieces, tour the Bethesda church. Get to know the real Samana Tour Type: Historical & Cultural Includes: Guide, tr5ansport, lunch & drinks Idiomas: Español, Ingles, Frances y Alemán, Capacidad: 80 pax. Nivel de Dificultad: Easy Min. Age: 8 Max. Age: 75 Duration: 5 hours Price: US$72.00 Pax: Min. 15 For more information & Reservations contact us at [email protected] or 809 563-0019
