Full-day tour of Higuey with local lunch in a family home
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Full-day tour of Higuey with local lunch in a family home

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$98.46
Free cancellation
Language: German, Spanish, English, French
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: more than 8 hours

This experience meets the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria. By choosing this experience you can protect the places you love, care for the environment and support local communities.

Why you’ll love this…
  • You'll see the Altagracia Basilica in Higuey, one of the most important churches in the country
  • There's a cigar-rolling demo and a rum tasting session at a traditional sugarcane plantation
  • You'll savour an authentic lunch made from local produce in a Dominican family home
  • Free time to relax and soak up the scenery in nature is the ideal way to unwind
  • Your guide has an unrivalled knowledge of the Dominican Republic and its people
What to expect

This snapshot of Dominican life beyond the Coconut Coast has all the makings for a great day out. A sugarcane plantation and a cigar-rolling demonstration are just some of the highlights. But the star turn of the day has got to be lunch in a local family's home. As Ramon, one of our local guides, says, ‘I'm always proud to show off my heritage through our food. Like the island itself, Dominican cuisine has been influenced by Taino, Spanish and African flavours. There's even a hint of the Middle East in some dishes. You'll see, smell and taste a whole new side to our country.'

We kick off early, with a trip to Higuey to see the famous Altagracia Basilica – a pilgrimage site because of its miraculous image of Our Lady. Then, make sure to have your camera at the ready as we take a scenic drive through rustic villages, on our way to the next stop – a coconut oil producer. You'll also visit a sugarcane plantation for a rum tasting session and watch a cigar-rolling demonstration with a master of his craft.

After such a busy morning, you'll be ready for your lunch. Greeted by a Dominican family, you'll be welcomed into their home for a feast of typical dishes made with locally sourced produce. You'll also get to see the family's farm and coffee plantation, and taste freshly grown cocoa and fruit. We'll round the day of exploration with some time to relax in natural surroundings and maybe enjoy a swim.

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What's included
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What to remember
  • Not suitable for expectant mothers or guests with back problems
  • Bring a towel
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Bring biodegradable insect repellent
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Provider
TUI DOMINICANA, S.A.S
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

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