Hispaniola Explorer and Riverboat Tour with Lobster Lunch from Punta Cana
Dominican Republic
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- Enjoy a complimentary pick up at your hotel in Punta Cana, Bavaro and Uvero Alto
- Visit a local school, chat with the kids and learn about the Dominican educational system
- Enter a Dominican family's home and see how they live their life and follow them around on their farm
- Sample real cocoa and exotic fruits, drink freshly brewed coffee and hot cocoa drink
- Drive to Higuey Basilica, the most important church in the Dominican Republic
- Sail down the Chavon River in a riverboat and enjoy delicious lobster lunch and drinks
- Learn how to roll the perfect cigar from the tobacco master himself before returning to your hotel
Hop on the back of our safari-style truck when we come to pick you up at your hotel in Punta Cana, Bavaro or Uvero Alto. We will drive through the beautiful Dominican countryside to numerous destinations to learn about this beautiful island.
An experienced tour guide will show you and other eager visitors at your side every nook and cranny; get a sense of this land’s humble origins, and the kindness of its people. Our voyage will take us all the way to the city of La Romana. Nothing better defines Dominican culture than baseball. Visit Francisco A. Micheli Stadium, home to the Toros del Este.
True fans may delve into the history of legendary Dominican players who have made it to the Major League. Master craftsmen will show you the proper way of rolling a cigar. Tour a museum with a small cigar factory. Only the finest cigars are manufactured with Dominican tobacco, Montecristo and Romeo and Juliet being among them.
Visit an artisan village, and experience the bona fide bohemian lifestyle. Get an appraisal of how the city of La Romana flourished, and the prosperity Altos de Chavón enjoys. Walk through its lush tropical gardens.
Spectator an amazing replica of a Roman-style amphitheatre. Examine surprising Taino archaeological findings on display at the Regional Archaeological Museum. Don’t miss out on the opportunity of shopping for genuine handicrafts at one of the picturesque gift shops located along the path.
We will set sail on a riverboat and travel through Chavón River. A gratifying adventure, where dazzling panoramas of an unparalleled tropical paradise come undone before you. Cast your eyes at them as you devour a delicious grilled lobster lunch. Let the warmth of the tropical sun caress your skin as the waves drift to the cadence of Merengue.
Set out on a spiritual pilgrimage to Higüey Basilica, shrine where the Dominican people come to worship their Patron Saint, the Virgin of Altagracia. A spiritual retreat for those of a strong Catholic faith. Learn the history behind this astounding architectural marvel. Important: In a a way to protect our natural resources, from March 1st to June 30th we’ll serve shrimps instead of lobster since this period is critical for the lobster to reproduce (closed season).
- Hotel transfer from Punta Cana, Bavaro and Uvero Alto
- Full-day guided tour
- Visit to Higuey Basilica
- Visit to cigar factory
- Visit to Altos de Chavon
- Entrance fees
- Riverboat tour
- Lobster lunch with wine (1 glass)
- Open bar
- Swimwear, sunscreen, towel
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Pregnant women and people with back, neck or heart problems are not allowed
- People with disability and/or mobility problems cannot take part in this tour
- Between March 1 and June 30, we serve shrimp instead of lobster to protect natural resources
- Full refund if cancelled at least 24 hours before the commencement of the activity, no refund after.
- Full refund if cruise ship does not dock in time or does not dock at all and tour is missed.
- Full refund if supplier cancels the tour.
- If there is no specific check-in time then booking must be cancelled at least 24 hours before tour day.
- No refund if you don’t show up for the activity or if it starts with a pick up and you miss it.
- Supplier gets to decide if the weather is good enough to run the tour.
- In case of a dispute, Twistour has the final word in deciding the amount of refund.
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- Proceed and fill in your billing details
- Pay with Visa, MasterCard, American Express or PayPal
- You will receive your voucher via email or you can download it from this site in your Tickets submenu
- On the day of the activity, follow the instructions in your voucher to the check-in location
- Go to the reserve your spot section on this page and choose the date and amount of tickets
- Click on the Book now button and fill in your billing details
- Pay with Visa, MasterCard, American Express or PayPal
- You will receive your voucher via email or you can download it from this site in your Tickets submenu
- On the day of the activity, follow the instructions in your voucher to the check-in location
Tour starts with a pick up at your hotel in Uvero Alto, Bavaro, Punta Cana, Cap Cana or Cabeza de Toro. Exact pick up time will be advised after reservation.
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