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Punta Cana Half-Day Cultural Safari with Lunch and Drinks

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Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
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6 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
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French, German, Italian, Spanish
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Overview

This tour allows you to see the 'real' Dominican Republic, outside of the resorts.

Choose from half- or full-day tours aboard a safari truck led by a tour guide, driver, and bartender. This is a Half Day Tour.

Pick up and drop off at your hotel or place of lodging.

• Transportation with Truck Safari
• Tour guide
• Visit typical souvenir shop and demonstration of handmade cigars.
• Panoramic view of the school
• Visit to the city of Higüey, with a panoramic view of the Basilica.
• Walk inside the Local Market in Higüey
• Visit to the Higüey Mountains and arrive at the ranch for a Dominican buffet style lunch.
• Ride on the River.
• You will visit a Typical Dominican House where you can see the process of Coffee, Cocoa and Fruits, tasting included.
• Horse ride.
• We visit the Macao beach where you will have the opportunity to swim.
• Drinks during the excursion. (Water / Rum / Juice)

What's Included

  • Lunch (Dominican Buffet)
  • Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
  • Bathing in Macao Beach
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    Macao Beach

    Playa Macao is a beach located in the northern part of Bávaro in the eastern region of the Dominican Republic. Playa Macao contains white sand with palm trees in its surroundings. It is very popular with the locals and is also a tourist spot for surfers and those who take buggies and four wheel tours.
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    1 hour Admission Ticket Included

    Basilica Cathedral Of Our Lady Of High Grace

    The Basilica of Higüey, whose official name is Basilica Catedral Nuestra Señora de la Altagracia, is a Catholic sanctuary in Salvaleón de Higüey, Dominican Republic. It is the cathedral of the diocese of Nuestra Señora de la Altagracia in Higüey and one of the busiest sanctuaries in the Caribbean.
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    2 hours Admission Ticket Included

    Higuey

    We start with the Typical Dominican Souvenir store where you can buy your gifts for your relatives. Afterwards we will see the demonstration of handmade cigars. Following the visit to the Typical House where you can see the Dominican culture from the most humble that we can be.
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    3 hours 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
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Alcoholic beverages not served to minors
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Punta Cana Half-Day Cultural Safari with Lunch and Drinks?

    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). 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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    Activity code: C-316452P7

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    What's Included

    Activity name

    • Lunch(Dominican Buffet)
    • Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages
    • Bathing in Macao Beach
    • Tasting of Coffee and Natural Chocolate
    • Pick up and drop off at your hotel

    Additional Info

    Activity name

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Alcoholic beverages not served to minors
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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