Top Punta Cana Cultural Tours

Experience the diversity of Dominican countryside in an open-air safari-style vehicle during this guided tour from Punta Cana. Venture into the Anamuya Mountains, explore an old sugar plantation, watch locals hand-roll cigars and relax on the white sands of Macao Beach. There’s even time to horseback ride and savor a typical buffet lunch before visiting a Dominican family on this tour that showcases some of Dominican Republic’s rural character. All activities, tastings, lunch and round-trip transportation from Punta Cana hotels are included.

This tour allows you to see the 'real' Dominican Republic, outside the resorts. Choose from half-day or full-day tours aboard a safari truck helmed by a tour guide, driver, and bartender. Open bar and round-trip transportation from Punta Cana hotels are included; lunch included on the full-day tour.

Discover the history and culture of the Dominican Republic during this private tour. Visit the 500-year-old city of Higuey and visit the Basilica of Our Lady of Altagracia, the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese in the country. You also have the chance to swim at the beautiful Macao Beach and learn about Dominican traditions from your guide.

If YOU want to go home with a more in depth understanding of the Dominican Republic then keep reading because our Cultural signature tour is a crash course in Dominican culture, wrapped up in an unforgettable Half-Day excursion in our private minivan with a/c.

Go where the tour buses can’t with this Punta Cana mega truck safari. Head deep into the Dominican countryside (and far off the beaten track) as you head to local villages, coffee and fruit plantations, and more. This tour is a great option for learning all about Dominican culture and nature away from crowded beaches.

Visit Dominican Republic's capital: Santo Domingo and be amazed with its historical structures and culture! Santo Domingo is the oldest eurpoean stablishment and the largest city on Dominican Republic and the whole Caribbean. The activity begins by visiting "Los Tres Ojos" (The Three Eyes cave); then you will visit the house that was built by Columbus, the Saint Mary Cathedral and the Columbus Beacon. Plunge in the atmosphere of the oldest street of the New World.: Las Damas Street (Calle Las Damas), and experience the dominican market where bargains are infinite and where barter is amusing. A fabulous mixture of old and new with a touch of history embedded.

Experience the real dominican life, get knowlege about our cultures sight seen around the city, get surprise about more things to see.

Immerse yourself in the city culture, history, and architecture of Santo Domingo on this full-day city sightseeing tour from Punta Cana. Highlights include Casa de Campos, Three Eyes (Tres Ojos) Park, Falo Colon, the Santo Domingo Cathedral, and others. Buffet lunch of typical Dominican food included, as well as hotel pickup and drop-off in Punta Cana.

Stroll through the oldest streets in the Americas on this comprehensive tour of Santo Domingo, with round-trip transportation from Punta Cana. Embark on a walking tour of the colonial zone with a guide, a pleasure for history buffs, then visit the Three Eyes National Park (Tres Ojos) and the Columbus Lighthouse. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Punta Cana and a typical Dominican lunch served midday make this an all-inclusive experience.

See one of the oldest churches in the Americas and tour the Basilica of Our Lady Altagracia on this popular tour of Higuey from Punta Cana. Experience the beauty of this colonial landscape and follow your expert guide through city streets, residential areas and key landmarks as you learn about the culture, people and history that make this town unique.

Buckle up for this air-conditioned 4WD adventure that offers VIP service through the jungles of Punta Cana. Enjoy the off road tour that showcases hidden secrets, epic landscapes and scenic wonders of this incredible island. Your professional guide ensures you have the best time ever!

During the tour you will see and learn all about the manufacturing process of Don Lucas cigars, with a great number of cigar artisans producing 14 different cigar sizes with 5 different strengths, including mild, medium and full-body. Also you can sample products in any variety that are produced in Don Lucas Cigars factory. Mundo Autentico Cigars, Rum, Coffee & Chocolate When you visit the Dominican Republic, there are 4 things you should bring home: Cigars, rum, coffee & chocolate. Here is your chance to buy all of these items at the same time. A visit to Mundo Autentico (the authentic world) is a great way to spend a few hours during your trip to Punta Cana. Not only will you be able to see, touch, smell and taste your way through our world, you will also have the chance to bring home souvenirs and presents at the best prices in Punta Cana. Mundo Autentico consists of Don Lucas Cigars, Choco Museo, Coffee Museum and Rum bar & lounge.

This tour to Santo Domingo shows you the highlights in and around the capital city. First, stop at Los Tres Ojos National Park. Meaning “three eyes” in Spanish, it boasts three impressive lakes. Then explore Old Town Santo Domingo with a professional tour guide, learning about its importance as the first seat of the Spanish colonial government in the Americas. A traditional Dominican lunch is included.

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 Private Outback Explorer countryside Adventure . Your guides will show you hidden secrets of Dominican Republic, take you through the countryside and make sure you have the best time ever!

Learn about the history and culture of the Dominican Republic by hitting the road with a local guide. Visit typical Dominican villages, see schools and churches, drive across sugar cane and rice plantations, go horseback riding, and drive through the Anamuya mountainside to see what country life is really like here. You'll even have the opportunity to visit with a local family on their farm and coffee plantation before heading to Macao Beach.

Explore the countryside outside of Punta Cana on this self-drive buggy adventure. With a guide in the lead, you just have to follow along and enjoy the scenery as you travel through the rugged terrain. Visit the El Hoyo cenote, where you can jump in for a cool down, then head to the local farmers' market to see locally produced cocoa, coffee, and tobacco. End up at Macao Beach for some swimming and relaxation.

This full-day tour offers a well-rounded perspective on the Dominican Republic’s history, culture, and landscapes. In addition to navigating, your guide offers little-known facts and anecdotes about each stop on the day’s itinerary, from the first cathedral in the Americas to the Three Eyes Cenote. Buffet lunch and round-trip hotel transport is included.

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.

Take a break from the resorts and journey into the center of the Dominican Republic to try multiple adventure sports. You can explore local waterfalls and caves, ride a quad bike, and zipline. Your guides will ensure your safety and comfort on all activities and learn about the local flora and fauna.

This activity begins in Punta Cana with destination to La Romana, where the El Fiestón catamaran will be waiting for you, where they will take the tour to Catalina Island, they will be welcomed with a party atmosphere and Caribbean music. On Catalina Island you will enjoy the beach that is well known for its white sand. They will have the opportunity to perform various water activities, such as snorkeling, banana strolling or fishing. In addition, you will enjoy a rich buffet meal. To end the tour, you will be visiting the cultural center "LA ESTANCIA" WHERE YOU WILL BE OFFERED A VARIOUS SHOW OF THE CULTURE AND HISTORY OF OUR COUNTRY, YOU WILL BE GUIDED TO SEE THE TOBACCO AND CACAO INDUSTRY, AS WELL AS A SMALL VISIT TO THE HISTORICAL AREA OF THE CONQUEST PARK. VISIT THE AREA OF CRAFTS AND GASTRONOMIC SERVICES.  The Buffet on Catalina Island offers: • Buffet bread. • Green salads. • Mixed salads. • Pasta with sauces. • Brown rice. • Pork chop with BBQ. •Black coffee.

Journey through Dominican Republic's scenic countryside on this incredible Jeep safari adventure. Navigate the off-road wonders of sugarcane fields and tobacco plantations. Sample coco fruit and sip strong local coffee. Horseback ride and zipline through stunning natural landscapes and get an up-close look at the lush, tropical foliage that defines this destination. Stop at a rural school and learn about the educational system as you get a taste for local life as part of this memorable journey.

Visit a typical Dominican house and sample some of the best organic cacao and coffee worldwide during this full-day cultural tour from Punta Cana. Stop by the Basilica of Our Lady of High Grace, one of the most important churches in the Dominican Republic. Dig in to a lunch of grilled lobster aboard a barge floating down the Chavon River, then visit a sugar plantation to learn about the Dominican tobacco industry. Round-trip transportation from Punta Cana is included.

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.

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.