Higuey City Tour Basilica Local Markets and Dominican Culture
Go beyond the resort areas and discover a more authentic side of the Dominican Republic. This Higüey City Tour combines culture, history, local traditions, and everyday life in one experience. Visit the impressive Basilica of Our Lady of Altagracia, explore a colorful local market, meet Dominican vendors, and learn about traditional cigar making at Rancho Real Cigars. With comfortable round-trip transportation and carefully selected stops, travelers can experience the sights, flavors, people, and traditions that make Higüey unique. It is an ideal choice for visitors who want to connect with local culture, take memorable photos, and discover more of the Dominican Republic during their stay in Punta Cana.
Your experience
Stop 1
Visit the iconic Basilica of Our Lady of Altagracia, one of the most important religious and cultural landmarks in the Dominican Republic. Travelers will have time to explore the impressive modern architecture, admire the stained-glass interior, learn about the significance of Our Lady of Altagracia in Dominican culture, and take photos around the basilica and its surrounding plaza.
Stop 2
Discover the authentic side of Higüey with a visit to a lively local market filled with tropical fruits, vegetables, spices, and everyday Dominican products. Travelers can explore the colorful stalls, meet local vendors, learn about traditional ingredients, take photos, and experience the sights, sounds, and atmosphere of daily life in the Dominican Republic.
Stop 3
Visit Rancho Real Cigars for a closer look at one of the Dominican Republic’s best-known traditions. Travelers will learn about tobacco leaves, the cigar-making process, and how cigars are hand-rolled by local artisans. There will be time to observe the workshop, ask questions, take photos, and browse a selection of locally made cigars and Dominican products.
What’s included
- Cigar-making demonstration
- Bottled water
- Local guide / tour representative
- Visit to Rancho Real Cigars
- Visit to a traditional local market in Higüey
- Round-trip transportation from selected Punta Cana, Bávaro, Cap Cana and Uvero Alto hotels
- Visit to the Basilica of Our Lady of Altagracia
Not included
- Food and drinks, unless otherwise specified
- Personal purchases and souvenirs
- Gratuities
Before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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