For a real taste of Caribbean culture, look no further than this full day bus tour around the Dominican Republic. You'll visit remote villages while learning all about local produce and history.

The adventure kicks off as your guide regales you with the history of the island while we journey through cattle grazing lands and rice fields. You'll drive by a typical rural school, on route to tour some of the island's coffee, cocoa and sugar cane plantations.

Head on to Higuey, and you'll see the famous Altagracia Basilica – a pilgrimage site because of its miraculous image of Our Lady – before a wander around the bustling market. Check out the views of the Cordillera Oriental mountains before we round off with a beach stop and lunch in a local restaurant.

Original trip was cancelled with less than 24 hours notice. Only other one other available date before we had to go home. Commentary was mainly in French, with French music played all afternoon. Not at all impressed with TUI

Going to the coconut plantation was just a trip yo the shop. If we were shown round and seen how the products were made it would have been better. Likewise the rice plantation we just drove through.

Our guide (Mamma Gina) was really informative and funny. The places we visited were varied and really interesting. Our children ( 19,16,11 ) were not bored at all so there was something for all ages. Would definitely recommend

What a fantastic day! It was so wonderful getting to experience a bit of the real Dominican Republic. Our guide was absolutely wonderful and very passionate about her country and it was wonderful to see. All the staff were lovely and friendly- the bus was such fun and all the stops were interesting. We would highly recommend.

The tour was fab, however we was taken to lots of little stops along the way which felt like a money making experience for the guide. At the market it wasn’t as it was sold, we was walked down the one road and back up to the van, didn’t have time to spend there, was shown shops and how the prices differ to resort however not given an opportunity to explore the shops. All in all good experience of DR just needs a lil tweaking on the tour

The different stop off’s were good and not too long, which kept the day moving along well. The staff were informative and friendly, driver was good and drove safely. The food supplied was very tasty and enough, drinks both alcoholic and soft was plentiful. Good excursion.

Why you’ll love this…

Full day Dominican Republic tour
Visit villages and plantations
Stop by markets and unwind on a local beach

Important to know

Women in early stage pregnancy are accepted on this tour
Please note transfers from Cap Cana or Bayahibe hotels will have an additional supplement of USD 15
Not suitable for expectant mothers or guests with back problems
Not suitable for wheelchairs
Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
Bring bathing gear and sunblock
Bring biodegradable insect repellent
Bring a hat
Bring suitable footwear
Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What’s included

Transport
Guided tour
Swim stops
Welcome drink
Local delicacy tasting

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Pickup points

To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.

Provider

TUI DOMINICANA, S.A.S

What people say about this experience

4.5/5

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Based on 80 reviews

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Value for money

4.4/5

Service

4.6/5

Staff

4.6/5

Safety

4.6/5

All ratings (80)

5 stars (52)

65%

4 stars (18)

23%

3 stars (9)

11%

2 stars (1)

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SJD
Traveled with family
October 30, 2025
2.2
United States of America
Original trip was cancelled with less than 24 hours notice. Only other one other available date before we had to go home. Commentary was mainly in French, with French music played all afternoon. Not at all impressed with TUI
T
TJ
Solo traveler
September 11, 2025
3.8
United States of America
Going to the coconut plantation was just a trip yo the shop. If we were shown round and seen how the products were made it would have been better. Likewise the rice plantation we just drove through.
C
Carl Goode
Traveled with family
August 2, 2025
5
United States of America
Our guide (Mamma Gina) was really informative and funny. The places we visited were varied and really interesting. Our children ( 19,16,11 ) were not bored at all so there was something for all ages. Would definitely recommend
A
Angie
Traveled with family
July 25, 2025
5
United States of America
What a fantastic day! It was so wonderful getting to experience a bit of the real Dominican Republic. Our guide was absolutely wonderful and very passionate about her country and it was wonderful to see. All the staff were lovely and friendly- the bus was such fun and all the stops were interesting. We would highly recommend.
A
Anna
Traveled with a group of friends
April 3, 2025
3.8
United States of America
The tour was fab, however we was taken to lots of little stops along the way which felt like a money making experience for the guide. At the market it wasn’t as it was sold, we was walked down the one road and back up to the van, didn’t have time to spend there, was shown shops and how the prices differ to resort however not given an opportunity to explore the shops. All in all good experience of DR just needs a lil tweaking on the tour
R
Russell
Traveled as a couple
March 26, 2025
4.6
United States of America
The different stop off’s were good and not too long, which kept the day moving along well. The staff were informative and friendly, driver was good and drove safely. The food supplied was very tasty and enough, drinks both alcoholic and soft was plentiful. Good excursion.