Punta Cana: Santo Domingo Day Trip with Columbus Lighthouse
ID: GYG957733-1507024
Category:
Country: Dominican Republic
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Discover the highlights of Santo Domingo on a day trip from Punta Cana. Visit the Columbus Lighthouse, the Colonial Zone, the National Presidential Palace, and the caves of Three Eyes National Park.
Explore the highlights of Santo Domingo, the oldest city in America, on this day trip from Punta Cana. Visit the caves of Three Eyes National Park, the Columbus Lighthouse, the walled Colonial Zone, and the National Presidential Palace, traveling between attractions with ease.
Begin your day trip with a visit to the caves of Three Eyes National Park, a natural wonder with 3 underground lakes. Continue to the Columbus Lighthouse, a monument and museum built in honor of Christopher Columbus, the discoverer of the New World.
Next, head to the walled Colonial Zone, the oldest urban nucleus of the city of Santo Domingo. Founded in 1502 by Spanish colonizers, the Colonial Zone was the first permanent European settlement in America.
Finally, visit the National Presidential Palace, a grand building that has been the official residence of the President of the Dominican Republic since 1947.
Highlights
- Discover the oldest city in America on a day trip from Punta Cana
- Visit the Columbus Lighthouse, a monument to the New World discoverer
- Explore the Colonial Zone, the first permanent European settlement in America
- See the National Presidential Palace and the walled Colonial Zone
- Travel between attractions with ease in a comfortable vehicle
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable walking shoes and light clothing
Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect from the sun
Carry a water bottle to stay hydrated
Camera is recommended for capturing the sights
Be prepared for moderate walking
INCLUDED
- Visit to the caves of Three Eyes National Park
- Tour of the Columbus Lighthouse
- Exploration of the walled Colonial Zone
- Viewing of the National Presidential Palace
- Transportation between attractions
- Meals and drinks.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
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.
