Top Punta Cana Cultural Tours

Explore the UNESCO-listed Old City of Santo Domingo, the birthplace of European civilization in the Americas, on a day trip from Punta Cana. Learn about the rich history of the island of Hispaniola as you explore landmarks such as Three Eyes National Park, the Christopher Columbus Lighthouse, and the National Palace. This tour is also inclusive of a delicious Dominican lunch at a local establishment.

Experience the thrill of multiple adventures on this epic tour from Punta Cana. Relax aboard a double-decker catamaran, discover wonders of the sea, and enjoy close encounters with marine life. Snorkel in a spectacular barrier reef surrounded by tropical fish. This popular tour option includes unlimited drinks on the best party boat around and is perfect for fun with family and friends. After you get a taste of life underwater, explore it from above with a thrilling parasail above the water!

If you want to return home with a deeper understanding of the Dominican Republic, read on because our exclusive cultural tour is a crash course in Dominican culture. It all starts with the pick-up at your hotel, then we move to the World Souvenir Mart, where you can make your desired purchases. Then we go to a cocoa and coffee plantation where a local family will be showing what it is like to live in the Dominican countryside. From there we go to a local cigar factory, there you will be able to see how we make the best cigars and you will have the opportunity to roll your own cigars. Then we go to the city of Higuey, there we can see the local market, the San Dionisio church, and the central park of Higuey. Then we go to the Basilica Nuestra Señora de la Altagracia, there you can delight in the beauty of the architecture of the Church. Then on the way to the hotel we will show you the large sugar cane plantations.

Immerse yourself in the captivating charm of Altos de Chavon, a world-renowned city of artists! This Mediterranean-style villa, perched above the majestic Chavon River in the Dominican Republic, invites you to experience its irresistible allure. Our exclusive tour takes you on a journey through this meticulously crafted European-inspired town, brought to life by Roberto Copa, a visionary stage designer from Paramount Pictures. Discover a vibrant atmosphere where art, fashion, and design intertwine seamlessly. Altos de Chavon's design school is a treasure trove of talent, housing disciplines like Fashion Design, Graphic and Digital Arts, Fine Arts, and Illustration. Join us on this extraordinary journey and unlock a world where imagination knows no bounds. Book now and let Altos de Chavon cast its enchanting spell, creating memories to cherish forever.

Discover the oldest city in the Americas and a replica of a 16th-cnetury European village in one day on this small-group guided tour of Santo Domingo and Altos de Chavon. Enjoy convenient pickup from Punta Cana or Bavaro and travel by air-conditioned vehicle. Explore the Colonial Zone, visit museums and the Three Eyes National Park, and discover the top landmarks of Altos de Chavon.

Travel deep into the topical countryside of Dominican Republic on this half-day safari tour that showcases the best of this tropical island. Enjoy spectacular scenery and learn about the customs and traditions of local history as you cruise past wildlife and tropical forests. Meet a local family during a stop at a village home and pay a visit to a rural school as part of this memorable day outside the resorts of Punta Cana.

Get to know the Dominican Republic that exists outside the gates of the resorts on this guided cultural tour from Punta Cana. Learn about the lifestyles of local residents through a stop at a local family's plantation to see coffee and chocolate production. Visit a local school, a butterfly garden, the famous Higuey Basilica, and Macao Beach. Dominican buffet lunch and open bar provided.

Travel comfortably by air-conditioned minivan during this private, one-way or round-trip airport transfer to Punta Cana. Enjoy a stress-free VIP pickup from the arrivals hall or your hotel lobby. Travel in a private group of up to six people for the same price. Infant seats are available on request.

Exploring Punta Cana’s countryside on your own can mean missing hidden spots and navigating confusing backroads. This half-day, off-road ATV tour handles the logistics, leading you beyond the resorts to rural villages, farmland, and a local market for coffee and cacao tastings. Continue to "Flintstones"-themed Bedrock City and Fantasy Cave, and enjoy rugged coastal scenery along the way.

Make your way across Playa Macao on horseback, and take a dip in the water too, with this group riding excursion. Your guide and crew make sure you are safe, taking you to beautiful and accessible spots along the beach. You can take plenty of photos of yourself and your friends riding horses along the beach or with the mountains in the background.

Bump through the Dominican Republic's lush landscape in a 4x4 buggy during this eco-adventure from Punta Cana. With direction from a guide, maneuver your buggy through the forest; visit an organic farm; stop to taste chocolate, coffee and rum before continuing to the Taino Ecological Park. Take dip in a freshwater cenote, then head for Macao Beach to relax and enjoy the sand and waves. A shopping tour ticket (valid for use that day or at a later date) and round-trip transportation from Punta Cana hotels are included.

Combine several different adventure activities on a single half-day tour from Punta Cana. Hop on board a powerful all-terrain vehicle, built for the rugged terrain of the Dominican Republic's interior, riding through a forest to a local organic farm. Taste coffee, chocolate, and rum before exploring a local cave and underground river. End up at Macao Beach for a chance to relax and swim before returning to Punta Cana.

Explore the best products Punta Cana has to offer on this private shopping trip, where you can browse at your leisure, instead of sticking to a large tour group schedule. Check out the cigar-making process; try some coffee, chocolate, and rum samples; and purchase all your souvenirs in this one-stop shopping trip. Your driver waits for you while you shop in a private car for hassle-free comfort.

Hop aboard a safari-style truck to explore the Dominican Republic on this guided all-day excursion from Punta Cana. Travel through the countryside and stop by plantations of sugarcane, coffee, cocoa, and tobacco. Visit a traditional Dominican country house and a rural school before heading to Higuey to see the Basilica Catedral Nuestra Senora de la Altagracia, which is known for its triangular shapes.

Getting to the government-protected island of Saona involves quite a bit of planning. Save yourself the stress and book this full-day, small-group excursion from Punta Cana that takes care of the logistics for you. Take a speedboat ride across the turquoise waters, swim in a natural pool, relax on the white-sand beaches, and join a catamaran for a fun boat party to cap off the day.

Check out one of the Caribbean's oldest cities on this small-group tour of Santo Domingo. Your guide will take care of all the logistics so that you just need to show up ready for a fun day out. You’ll visit Our Lady of Incarnation cathedral, Colon Palace, Los Tres Ojos National Park and much more.

Visit the picturesque colonial city of Santo Domingo during this full-day excursion. Enjoy pickup and drop-off at any hotel in Bávaro and Bayahibe. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned bus. Highlights include the Basilica of Santa María la Menor, the National Pantheon, and the Alcázar de Colón, plus a traditional Dominican lunch.

This tour allows you to see the 'real' Dominican Republic, outside of the resorts. Tours aboard a safari truck led by a tour guide, a driver, and a canteen worker. Pick-up and return at your hotel or place of lodging. Transport with Truck Safari, then visit a typical souvenir shop and a handmade cigar demonstration, you will get a panoramic view of the school, then we will visit the city of Higüey with a panoramic view of the Basilica. Walk through the Local Market in Higüey. Visit the Higüey Mountains and arrive at the ranch for a Dominican-style buffet lunch. Stroll on the River. You will visit a Typical Dominican House where you can see the process of Coffee, Cocoa, and Fruits, with tasting included. Horseback ride. We visited Macao beach where you will have the opportunity to swim. Drinks during the excursion. (Water / Rum / Juice)

Get out of the all-inclusive resort bubble and immerse yourself in Dominican heritage with this private half-day tour. Don't worry about navigating rural roads—your guide handles all the logistics for a hassle-free day. Head to historic Higüey to visit the Basilica of Our Lady of Altagracia, discover rural customs and local markets, unwind on beautiful Macao Beach, and more.

This Hiking Trail + Kayaking Tour start from Punta cana with a Transfer from Hotels. After this we arrive to the park where we will hike around 2 hours along the Humid Forest in the Los Haitises National Park. You will learn about the medicinal plants of this area, see the broadleaf forest primary and secondary Los Haitises National Park mountains. Then we take the equipment required for your safety (Lifejackets, etc), kayaks and going through mangrove swamps. You will see some bird-filled mangroves, rolling hills of lush vegetation. Through the mangroves and Land at the open San Lorenzo Bay, from where you can photograph the rugged forest landscape. Lunch with locals to drive back to your hotel in Punta cana. We only serve alcoholic drinks for travelers 18 years old and above. Minor travelers below 18 years old will be served non-alcoholic drinks.

Delve deeper into the culture and history of the Dominican Republic on a day trip to Santo Domingo from Punta Cana. You’ll discover the stories behind top attractions such as os Tres Ojos, El Faro a Colón, the streets of the old area and the Alcázar de Colón, while enjoying personalized attention in a small group limited to only 15 travelers.

Skip the need to rent a car for a tour of Santo Domingo; this excursion provides all transportation from Punta Cana. Once you arrive, you'll embark on a comprehensive tour that checks all the important sights in the Colonial Zone off your list. You'll get the most out of your visit to this UNESCO World Heritage Site by traveling with a guide, who will provide commentary and answer questions.

Explore the oldest city in the Americas on this walking tour of Santo Domingo. During this 10-hour 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 shop for souvenirs at the local markets. Lunch at a traditional Dominican restaurant and round-trip transportation from Punta Cana hotels are included.

Parasail 500 feet (150 meters) above the coast of Punta Cana, then go snorkeling off a party boat during this thrilling excursion. Don a safety harness and ascend into the sky, getting panoramic views of the spectacular Dominican coastline. Then, board a catamaran and set sail for a local snorkeling spot, diving in to swim with tropical fish among coral reefs. Sip drinks from the onboard open bar and stop at a natural swimming pool for a relaxing dip in the warm water. All equipment, snacks, drinks, and round-trip transportation from Punta Cana are included.