Experience Puerto Plata's colorful streets, Dominican flavors and countryside scenery with Dominican Dream Tours. This shared guided excursion combines the city's best-known sights with photo stops and local tastings.
HOTEL OR CRUISE-PORT PICKUP
Meet your representative at the pickup point confirmed after booking for Amber Cove, Taino Bay or your Puerto Plata hotel. Look for a sign with the Dominican Dream Tours name.
HISTORIC CENTER AND COLORFUL STREETS
Explore Central Park and San Felipe Cathedral with your guide. Walk beneath the umbrellas of Umbrella Street and visit the pink Paseo de Dona Blanca, with time to take your own photographs.
CHOCOLATE, COFFEE AND LOCAL FLAVORS
Visit a chocolate factory to learn about Dominican cacao and enjoy a tasting. Sample local coffee and learn about mamajuana; the alcoholic tasting is optional and for adults only. There is also time to browse a local shopping area, with no obligation to buy.
OCEANFRONT AND COUNTRYSIDE VIEWS
Enjoy panoramic views along the Malecon and of San Felipe Fortress, then see the contrast between the historic city and the surrounding countryside. The fortress stop is for panoramic sightseeing; this itinerary does not promise a visit inside the fortress.
RETURN TO YOUR PICKUP AREA
Travel back to your agreed pickup point. The order of stops may vary with the day's operation and pickup arrangements. Cruise guests should provide the ship name, arrival time and required return time after booking so the visit can be coordinated with the ship schedule.
The tour lasts approximately 4 hours. Tastings are samples, not a full meal. Lunch, personal purchases and optional tips are not included. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring sun protection and your camera. Children must be accompanied by an adult.