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Explore and Learn the Culture of the Dominicans

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7 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Genuine Dominican Republic Experiences
Immerse yourself in the Dominican culture while we explore the gorgeous town of Higuey with our friendly local guide. We will visit food markets and famous local monuments while you meet and chat with the locals. This off-the-beaten-trail tour was created to give visitors a true idea of Dominican life. We want each of you to take a piece of the area’s rich history and intriguing culture home with you.

What's Included

  • Carbonated beverages Soda/Pop
  • Bottled water
  • Local Rum (1 Shot).
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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We will reach out to you one day before the tour. Please make sure you provide your contact information: phone number, email, valid street address, and known name of the location. What to bring ✓ Hat ✓ Sunscreen ✓ Credit/debit card ✓ Petty cash

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Higuey

We will visit the Higuey's local food market where you will discover fresh fruits, vegetables, and meats that come directly from the community and farms in the region. Here is where local people normally buy their groceries to cook their food, they also buy groceries in bodegas or big super markets but poor people come more often to this local market beause they can find fresh food at a fair price.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Basilica Cathedral Of Our Lady Of High Grace

This is one of the most visited monuments in Latin America and the most popular place to see in town is the Basilica Catedral Nuestra Senora de la Altagracia dedicated to the virgin of la Altagracia, the construction and design were done by 2 french architects named Andre Jacques Dunoyer and Pierre Dupre, they were chosen by an international contest to do it in 1949.The Basilica was built in the center of the city with a structural design of a Latin cross, the main door is made of bronze with a gold wash of 24 Carats and it has a bell tower with 24 bells made of bronze, the most remarkable thing of t structure is the large arcs that represent the figure of Nuestra Senora de la Altagracia. There was a big cross that hurricane David destroyed in 1979 and it was put again in 2014.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Higuey

Snack at Carlos Empanadas. We will visit a popular spot that local people visit to grab a snack to enjoy Empanadas and juices. Empanadas also called ''pastelitos'', are a traditional Latin food, deep-fried, made of flour and filled with choices like beef, chicken, vegetables, and cheese paired with sauces. Also taste freshly squeezed juices from local fruits. Then enjoy this delicious breakfast for less than $ 4 dollars. ( Vegetarian friendly). Then visit one of the largest supermarkets in Higüey one option locals have here to buy groceries. You will be able to bring some souvenirs with you like Dominican rum, fresh coffee, and traditional sweets and snacks. Lunch at a local restaurant. You will be able to taste the most delicious Dominican flavors like ''La Bandera'', a traditional dish made with rice, beans, and meat, or ''Mofongo'', garlic-flavored fried mashed plantain with pork cracklings. (Lunch not included in the tour price.
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2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • If there is a sit available, infants wont be required to sit on laps.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Explore and Learn the Culture of the Dominicans?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Carbonated beveragesSoda/Pop
  • Bottled water
  • Local Rum (1 Shot).
  • WiFi on board
  • 1 empanada per person
  • Ticket for Basílica Catedral Nuestra Señora de la Altagracia
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • 1 small local beer per person
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • If there is a sit available, infants wont be required to sit on laps.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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