Private: City Tour with Lunch, Rum, and Chocolate
ID: GYG1095967-1683003
Category:
Country: Cuba
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Discover Puerto Plata’s history and culture on a full-day tour. Ride up Mount Isabel de Torres, explore colonial landmarks, enjoy a Dominican lunch, and taste rum and chocolate.
Begin your journey with a ride up Mount Isabel de Torres, where you’ll take in sweeping coastal views, stroll through lush gardens, and enjoy peaceful moments in the highland air.
Next, wander through Puerto Plata’s historical heart. Visit colonial-era landmarks such as Independence Park, the Cathedral of Saint Philip, and the brightly colored wooden homes that line the old streets. Meander down Umbrella Street and Pink Street, and soak in Dominican life with a fresh coconut from a street vendor or a local coffee break.
Explore the imposing Fortress of San Felipe by the harborfront, stand on the Malecón overlooking fishing boats, and experience the rhythm of the sea breeze. Mid-day, enjoy a traditional Dominican lunch featuring meat or fish with rice and beans (bandera dominicana) accompanied by soft drinks. For those preferring vegetarian or vegan, alternative options are arranged.
After the meal, dive into local flavors at Macorix House of Rum, where rum and sugar cane spirits are served, and at an organic cacao factory, where chocolate sampling is part of the experience. Finally, have a chance to shop like a local for souvenirs—coffee, cacao, rum, and other regional products—before the tour winds down, filled with memories and new perspectives on the Dominican Republic.
Highlights
- Savor a traditional Dominican lunch with meat or fish, rice, and beans
- Ride up Mount Isabel de Torres for panoramic views and lush gardens
- Explore Puerto Plata’s colonial-era landmarks and colorful streets
- Visit the Fortress of San Felipe and stroll along the Malecón
- Enjoy rum and chocolate tastings at a local rum house and cacao factory
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Vegetarian and vegan meal options are available
Wear comfortable shoes for walking
Bring cash for personal expenses and tips
INCLUDED
- Ride up Mount Isabel de Torres
- Visit to Independence Park
- Visit to the cathedral of Saint Philip
- Walk through Umbrella Street and Pink Street
- Visit to the Fortress of San Felipe
- Traditional Dominican lunch
- Visit to Macorix House of Rum
- Visit to an organic cacao factory
- Souvenir shopping
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.