Santo Domingo & Alto De Chavon Full Day Small Group Experience

Discover the oldest city in the Americas on this immersive small-group tour of Santo Domingo and Altos de Chavon. Travelers will journey through the Colonial Zone’s stunning architecture, visit engaging museums, and explore the breathtaking Three Eyes National Park. After a traditional Dominican lunch, the experience continues in the charming replica village of Altos de Chavon, offering a glimpse into the country’s rich history and vibrant culture. With comfortable transportation and a knowledgeable guide, this tour promises an unforgettable day of cultural exploration.

This experience made our article of We Rank Dominican Republic’s 2 Top Full-Day Tours.

Key Points

• Explore the historic Colonial Zone of Santo Domingo and immerse in the region’s rich cultural heritage through museum visits.
• Discover the picturesque Altos de Chavon, a replica of a 16th-century European village, and learn about its historical significance.
• Enjoy a traditional Dominican lunch and transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle as part of the comprehensive tour package.
• Experience a personalized small-group tour with a maximum of 10 travelers for an intimate and engaging experience.
• Flexibility in pickup and drop-off locations, along with a free cancellation policy, ensuring a hassle-free tour.

Tour Overview

The tour provides visitors with the opportunity to experience the oldest city in the Americas, Santo Domingo, as well as the picturesque Altos de Chavon, a replica of a 16th-century European village.

Visitors can experience the oldest city in the Americas, Santo Domingo, and the 16th-century European replica village of Altos de Chavon.

It’s a small-group guided tour with a maximum of 10 travelers, ensuring a personalized experience. Convenient pickup from Punta Cana or Bavaro in an air-conditioned vehicle allows for comfortable travel.

Highlights include exploring the Colonial Zone, visiting museums, and discovering Three Eyes National Park, as well as seeing the top landmarks of Altos de Chavon.

The tour also includes a traditional Dominican lunch and a soft drink.

Itinerary Highlights

Exploring the Colonial Zone in Santo Domingo allows visitors to discover museums and the captivating Three Eyes National Park.

The tour also includes visits to top landmarks of Altos de Chavon, a replica of a 16th-century European village.

Some highlights include:

1. Admiring the impressive architecture and historic atmosphere of the Colonial Zone.

2. Taking in the region’s rich cultural heritage by visiting various museums.

3. Exploring the unique natural wonder of Three Eyes National Park, featuring three interconnected subterranean lakes.

These diverse itinerary elements provide an engaging and well-rounded experience for participants.

Inclusions

The tour includes a traditional Dominican lunch with a soft drink, ensuring travelers can sample local cuisine during their excursion.

The air-conditioned vehicle provides comfortable transportation throughout the day, making the transitions between destinations seamless.

All tour activities are included in the price, allowing guests to fully enjoy the experience without additional costs.

The tour is designed to be accessible to most travelers, though it’s not wheelchair-friendly.

With these inclusions, the Santo Domingo & Alto De Chavon Full Day Small Group Experience offers a comprehensive and convenient way to explore the region.

Meeting and Pickup

Travelers have the flexibility to choose their preferred meeting point for the tour – they can head to a designated location or request pickup directly from their accommodation in Punta Cana or Bavaro.

Travelers can choose to meet at a designated location or be picked up directly from their accommodation in Punta Cana or Bavaro.

The tour concludes at the original meeting point, ensuring a seamless start and end to the day. This convenient transportation setup allows guests to focus on enjoying the experience without worrying about logistics.

The tour’s small-group size, with a maximum of 10 travelers, ensures a personalized and intimate experience throughout the day.

The key meeting and pickup details are:

1. Flexible pickup options

2. Tour concludes at original meeting point

3. Small-group size (max 10 travelers)

Additional Information

Although the tour starts early at 6:00 am, it’s suitable for most travelers as it’s not wheelchair accessible.

The tour includes free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience, and confirmation is received at booking. The cost per person is $140.00.

Travelers can enjoy a Dominican traditional lunch with a soft drink during the tour.

The small-group guided tour has a maximum of 10 travelers, providing a personalized experience.

The air-conditioned vehicle ensures comfortable travel to the destinations, which include the Colonial Zone, museums, Three Eyes National Park, and the top landmarks of Altos de Chavon.

Reviews

Rated 5.0 based on a single review, the feedback highlights the tour’s ability to immerse visitors in the natural beauty, rich history, and architectural wonders of the destinations.

Reviewers praise:

1. The tour’s personalized experience, with knowledgeable guides providing in-depth insights.

2. The opportunity to explore Santo Domingo’s Colonial Zone and discover the unique Altos de Chavon.

3. The delightful traditional Dominican lunch, which complemented the overall cultural experience.

Exploring Santo Domingo

What does the tour of Santo Domingo, the oldest city in the Americas, entail?

The tour explores the Colonial Zone, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Travelers will visit museums showcasing the city’s rich history and culture.

They’ll also discover Three Eyes National Park, a natural wonder with three interconnected sinkholes.

The tour provides a rundown of Santo Domingo’s landmarks, allowing visitors to enjoy the city’s past.

With a knowledgeable guide leading the way, the tour offers an authentic and personalized experience, shedding light on the remarkable heritage of the oldest European settlement in the New World.

Discovering Altos De Chavon

After exploring the historic city of Santo Domingo, the tour continues to Altos de Chavon, a remarkable recreation of a 16th-century European village.

Travelers will have the opportunity to:

Travelers will have the opportunity to wander through the charming, cobblestone streets and marvel at the architectural splendor of Altos de Chavon.

1. Wander through the cobblestone streets and marvel at the charming architecture, inspired by the Mediterranean style.

2. Visit the impressive 5,000-seat open-air amphitheater, which has hosted numerous concerts and performances over the years.

3. Discover the Altos de Chavon School of Design, a prestigious institution that offers programs in art, fashion, and architecture.

The attention to detail and the immersive experience at Altos de Chavon make it a truly unique highlight of the tour.

The Sum Up

The Santo Domingo & Altos de Chavon Full Day Small Group Experience offers an immersive journey into the rich history and vibrant culture of the oldest city in the Americas. Visitors can explore the Colonial Zone‘s stunning architecture, engage with museums, and marvel at the natural beauty of the Three Eyes National Park. The tour also includes a traditional Dominican lunch and a visit to the charming replica village of Altos de Chavon, providing a memorable culture experience.