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Higuey City Tour - A Cultural Experience From Punta Cana
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
4 hours
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What You Will Do
Discover this incredible tour totally outside the tourist bubble, get to know the architecture and customs of Higüey with this excursion from Punta Cana.
-We will pick you up at your hotel and just an hour later we will arrive in Higüey: the capital of the Dominican province of La Altagracia.
- We will first visit a tobacco factory. Do you know how this typical product is made? We will know the main techniques in this artisan house.
- The next stop will be the Basilica-Cathedral of Our Lady of La Altagracia. This modern sanctuary, located in the heart of Higüey, is consecrated to one of the most revered virgins by Dominicans.
- We will continue the excursion in the Higüey Market, where we will see the great variety of exotic fruits of its stalls.
-Then we will go to the Sanctuary of San Dionisio. Do you know the link between this temple and the Virgin of La Altagracia? We will find out!
Finally, we will go to the paradisiacal Macao beach, where we will make a brief photo stop.
-We will pick you up at your hotel and just an hour later we will arrive in Higüey: the capital of the Dominican province of La Altagracia.
- We will first visit a tobacco factory. Do you know how this typical product is made? We will know the main techniques in this artisan house.
- The next stop will be the Basilica-Cathedral of Our Lady of La Altagracia. This modern sanctuary, located in the heart of Higüey, is consecrated to one of the most revered virgins by Dominicans.
- We will continue the excursion in the Higüey Market, where we will see the great variety of exotic fruits of its stalls.
-Then we will go to the Sanctuary of San Dionisio. Do you know the link between this temple and the Virgin of La Altagracia? We will find out!
Finally, we will go to the paradisiacal Macao beach, where we will make a brief photo stop.
What's Included?
- Soda/Pop
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- Tour Guide
What's Not Included?
- Tips
- Souvenirs
- Photos
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
1
Basilica Catedral Nuestra Senora de la Altagracia
6 hours
Our transport will pick you up at your hotel, you will start a wonderful journey of approximately one hour until you reach Higuey. The first thing you will do is visit a tobacco and sugar cane plantation, we will explain the process of your harvest and preparation. You will visit a beautiful store of souvenirs, paintings and crafts made by the owners themselves. Later we move to the basilica cathedral of higuey, you can enter to enjoy its beautiful architecture. We will then go to the higuey market where you can taste the delicious tropical fruits among other things. At the end, our transportation will take you back to your hotel.
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Additional Information
This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: GO PARADISE RD.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guide Options
- Guide - English
- Guide - Spanish
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