Head to Higüey and visit the largest and most important church in the country, the Basilica of La Altagracia. Pass through a sugar cane plantation and learn how the cane is harvested and processed into the best Dominican rum.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 9 hours
- Starting time 7:50 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Host or greeter
- Spanish, English, French
- Booklets
- Spanish, English
- Pickup included
- Pick-up from the lobby of your hotel in Punta Cana. Please provide an email address and contact phone number, and the full name of your hotel
Experience
Highlights
- Visit traditional Dominican villages and enjoy typical Dominican food
- Watch demonstrations of cigar rolling
- Try Boogie boarding at the beautiful Macao beach
- Visit the largest andmost importantchurch in the country
Full description
Begin your day by taking the road to Higüey where, in addition to touring its streets, you will visit the largest and most important church in the country, the Basilica of La Altagracia. Get ready to capture photographs of unbelievable panoramas and typical Dominican villages.
Along the road, see schools and many famous “colmados”. Pass through a sugar cane plantation and learn how the cane is harvested and processed into the best Dominican rum. See how a master craftsman rolls the best Dominican cigars.
To complete your journey, visit a local family in their home. Their smiles will invite you to their farm and their coffee plantation. Take a moment to taste the real cacao and many exotic fruits.
Throughout the day, enjoy some of the best Dominican foods. To finalize your adventure, take a dip in the beautiful Macao beach to catch a wave on a boogie board or simply relax while sipping a Cuba Libre.
Includes
- Tour guide
- Transportation by safari truck
- Lunch
- Fruits, coffee, and chocolate
- Water, soft drinks, beer, and rum
- Basilique of Higuey
- Tips and personal expenses
Not suitable for
- Pregnant women
- People with back problems
- People with heart problems
- Wheelchair users
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers must bring their own headphones
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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Important information
What to bring
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Comfortable clothes
- Cash
Know before you go
- Pregnant woman and guests that suffer from heart conditions or mobility problems can not take part in this tour