Santo Domingo Day Tour from Punta Cana: Colonial Zone & Tres Ojos

10 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Punta Cana. Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Full-day guided tour from Punta Cana to Santo Domingo
02 Visit the limestone caves and lagoons of Los Tres Ojos
03 Explore the UNESCO-listed Colonial Zone on foot
04 See landmarks including Alcázar de Colón and Calle Las Damas
05 Photo stop at the Columbus Lighthouse
06 Visit the Catedral Primada de América
07 Enjoy a traditional Dominican lunch buffet
08 Round-trip transport, entrance fees, and hydration included

Discover the history, architecture, and natural beauty of Santo Domingo on a full-day guided tour from Punta Cana. Travel in a climate-controlled vehicle to the Dominican Republic’s capital, where your day combines the dramatic limestone caverns of Los Tres Ojos with a walk through the Colonial Zone, a UNESCO World Heritage site filled with some of the oldest landmarks in the Americas.

Along the way, visit key historic sights including Alcázar de Colón, Calle Las Damas, the National Pantheon, and the Catedral Primada de América. The experience also includes a traditional Dominican lunch buffet, round-trip transportation, entrance fees, and hydration, making it an easy and enriching way to explore one of the Caribbean’s most important historic cities.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Santo Domingo, Punta Cana

Languages English, French, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Activity: Enjoy a comfortable pickup from your resort in a climate-controlled vehicle. As we leave Punta Cana, relax and enjoy the changing landscapes of the Dominican countryside and the Caribbean coastline.Our first stop is this stunning natural limestone cave system. Descend into the open-air caverns to witness the turquoise waters of the three subterranean lagoons surrounded by tropical flora.We stop at the Columbus Lighthouse (Faro a Colón) for an impressive photo opportunity. Afterward, enjoy a scenic drive past the National Palace, the neoclassical seat of the Dominican government.Activity: Step back in time to the 16th century. We explore the "First City of the New World," visiting:

Alcázar de Colón: The Gothic palace of the Columbus family.

Calle Las Damas: The oldest paved street in the Americas.

The National Pantheon: The resting place of the nation's heroes.Traditional Dominican Lunch Buffet Savor the authentic flavors of the island at a top-rated local restaurant. The buffet includes "La Bandera Dominicana" (the traditional lunch of rice, beans, and meat) and seasonal tropical fruits.Visit the Catedral Primada de América. Admire its Gothic architecture, vaulted ceilings, and the historical treasures housed within this sacred UNESCO World Heritage site.Leisure Time & Souvenir Shopping Explore the vibrant Calle El Conde at your own pace. This is the perfect time to shop for local jewelry (Larimar and Amber), premium coffee, or simply soak in the atmosphere of the colonial plazas.Sit back and relax as we head back to your hotel. You will arrive in time for your evening activities, with the memories of a 500-year historical journey.

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Round-trip Transportation
Professional Interpretation
All Entrance Fees
Authentic Gastronomic Experience
Hydration
Colonial Zone Walking Tour
All Taxes and Handling Fees

What's Not Included

Gratuities (Tips for the guide and driver).
Alcoholic beverages (unless specified).
Souvenirs or personal purchases.

Know before you go

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
Infant seats unavailable
Not recommended for people with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for people with heart conditions
Meeting Point: Pick-up is directly from the main entrance (lobby) of your hotel or the designated meeting point for vacation rentals (Airbnb).
Time: The exact pick-up time will be notified to you via text message or email once your booking is confirmed, based on the location of your accommodation.
Waiting Time: We recommend being ready 10-15 minutes before the scheduled time. The driver will wait a maximum of 5 minutes to avoid delaying the group's itinerary.
Identification: The staff or the vehicle will display the company logo or a sign with your name for easy identification.
Luggage: Due to space limitations in the vehicle, only one small backpack or handbag per person is allowed. If you have additional luggage, please inform us in advance.