Full-day Dominican culture experience from Punta Cana with lunch
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Full-day Dominican culture experience from Punta Cana with lunch

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$118.83
Free cancellation
Language: Spanish, English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: more than 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • You'll experience genuine village life and connect with welcoming locals
  • A taste of homemade coffee, cacao, local spirit and much more is included
  • You'll learn about Dominican traditions, from rolling cigars to making fresh coconut oil
What to expect

Get hands-on with Dominican culture on this immersive experience. Your 4x4 takes you through rural villages where you'll craft cigars, extract coconut oil and explore rice plantations before sitting down for a Dominican lunch featuring sancocho, a hearty stew simmered over a wood fire with chunks of yuca, plantains, Dominican pumpkin, corn on the cob, and tender cuts of meat. The afternoon brings tastings of homemade coffee, cacao and Mama Juana, a spiced local spirit, at a nearby farm. Your day ends in a mountain village where you can take a dip in the local river and meet a few folk who'll welcome you into their daily life.

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What's included
  • check Lunch
  • check Local delicacy tasting
  • check Soft drinks
  • check Transport
  • check Guide
  • check 4x4 tour
What to remember
  • Not suitable for expectant mothers or guests with back problems
  • Not suitable for those with reduced mobility
  • Not suitable for guests with cardiac or respiratory problems
  • Not suitable for those with reduced mobility due to moderate walking distance during tour
  • Children must be supervised by an adult (over 18 years) at all time
  • Bring biodegradable insect repellent
  • Bring bathing gear and sunblock
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Bring money for extras or gratuities
  • Bring warm clothes
  • Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change
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Provider
TUI DOMINICANA, S.A.S
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

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