Santo Domingo: Colonial Zone, Los Tres Ojos, & Beach Tour｜Ecuador

Begin with a pickup from your hotel in Santo Domingo. Head to the Zona Colonial, the first permanent European city in the Americas and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk the same cobblestone streets that Christopher Columbus’s son Diego once walked, admire the majestic Catedral Primada de América (the oldest cathedral in the continent), pass by the impressive Fortaleza Ozama, stroll along the romantic Calle Las Damas, and feel the living history in every corner of this open-air museum.

Next, escape to the magical Los Tres Ojos Natural Monument, a spectacular system of limestone caves with three (and actually four) turquoise lagoons surrounded by lush tropical vegetation. Descend the stone stairs, cross the wooden walkways, and let yourself be amazed by the crystal-clear waters and the natural light filtering through the openings in the ceiling – an authentic hidden paradise just minutes from the capital.

Finally, arrive at beautiful Boca Chica Beach, the favorite weekend getaway for locals. Its calm, shallow waters protected by a natural coral reef are perfect for swimming, floating, or simply lying on the white sand with a cold drink in hand. A delicious traditional Dominican lunch (rice, beans, chicken or fish, salad and fresh fruit) is served right on the beach at a local restaurant with sea views, so you can enjoy the full Caribbean experience without worries.

Round-trip transportation, professional guide, entrance fee to Los Tres Ojos, beach lunch, and bottled water throughout the day are all included. Return to your hotel around 5–6 PM with the best memories of the real Dominican Republic.