Puerto Plata City Tour with the Mount Isabel, Rum & Chocolate
Description
Explore Puerto Plata with us, hear interesting facts about the city and country, and immerse yourself in the history and culture of the Dominican Republic. Have a spectacular ride to the top of the Mount Isabel, enjoy the bird eye view of the coast and the city, come face to face with Christ the Redeemer and indulge in the botanical garden. Discover the colonial city centre of Puerto Plata, with the lively main square, St. Philip's Cathedral, historic Victorian houses and photogenic Umbrella Street and Pink Street. Admire the view from the colonial fort overlooking the bay and the passenger ship terminal. Try a typical dominican lunch, where rice with beans and fried plantains are not to be missed. Sip rum and other premium sugarcane-based liquors during the generous tasting at the rum factory. For dessert, savor organic dominican chocolate from the local manufacture. Take a ride along the picturesque Malecon waterfront boulevard and experience the real Caribbean with us.
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Itinerary
Rum is one of the Dominican Republic's important export products. Visit the Macorix rum factory, observe the oak barrels in which the beverage is aged, and watch a video that tells the story of this iconic Caribbean liquor. Taste different types of rum and liqueurs made from sugar cane juice. Learn to distinguish between the different types of rum.
Here we will begin our walk together through the old town of Puerto Plata. We will explore the main square, the cathedral of the city's patron saint, St. Philip, the city hall and the prettiest streets in the area - Umbrella Street and Pink Street. At the end of the tour there will be free time for individual exploration.
Paseo de la Dona Blanca is commonly referred to as Pink Street because of its intense color. The place commemorates the oldest hotel in Puerto Plata, founded in the 19th century by an Italian woman named Dona Bianca. Recently, it's a recognized photo spot and an absolute must see in Puerto Plata :)
Explore the picturesque Malecon waterfront boulevard during a panoramic drive. See the city's beaches, charming pier, colorful fishing boats. Admire the city's art: murals depicting symbols of Puerto Plata and the Dominican Republic, and a statue of Neptune, the god of the sea, standing on a rock amidst the ocean waves.
Umbrella Street has become one of Puerto Plata's biggest attractions. In addition to a great outdoor area for photos, it offers souvenir and jewelry stores with amber and larimar, a cigar manufactory, a café and typical Dominican street food.
See the emblematic Christ the Redeemer statue on Mount Isabella, take souvenir photos with this symbol of Puerto Plata, and then explore the astonishing botanical garden. Immerse yourself in the lush exotic nature full of tropical trees, vines, lianas, ferns and flowers. Meet the park's inhabitants: birds, lizards, koi carp and turtles. At the open-air museum, check out Dominican cuisine and typical crops: cacao, coffee, banana trees and more.
Explore Puerto Plata's historic center - the main square, surrounded by colorful colonial houses. Experience what is typical of the city's Victorian style in architecture. There will be free time here to take photos, shop for souvenirs, and sample artisanal ice cream, Dominican coffee or fresh coconut water.
Dining in Puerto Plata is an opportunity to encounter traditional Dominican gastronomy. Dishes composed of simple natural ingredients will satiate and energize you for further sightseeing.
Organic cocoa from the Dominican Republic is gaining a worldwide audience. Learn about the chocolate-making process and sample a variety of products made from organic cacao beans during a visit to a chocolate manufactory. Discover, among other things, what white chocolate is made from, what cocoa tea is, and check out the traditional cocoa balls used to be made in homes.
Puerto Plata is one of the oldest European cities in the New World, and owes its existence to a harbor bay discovered by Christopher Columbus himself. Explore the historic promontory of La Puntilla with its 16th century St. Philip's Fort, lighthouse and scenic amphitheater. Explore the fort and enjoy views of the open ocean, the bay with its passenger ship terminal and the monumental Mount Isabella.
BEAUTIFUL VIEWS OF THE MOUNTAINS AND DOMINICAN COUNTRYSIDE GUARANTEED :) Discover the famous Izabela Mountain, the symbol of Puerto Plata, and enjoy amazing views from the top :) On the way you can see typical Dominican villages and wonderful landscapes with tropical fruit trees and palms. Feel the adrenaline rush as you climb through the rainforest, to end up on the altitude of almost 800 meters (2,500 feet)! Once there, meet the giant statue of Christ the Redeemer, admire the coastal panorama, the historic bay of Puerto Plata and the city view from above. Have a glimpse of the lush green botanical garden
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up clients from the entire Puerto Plata / Sosua / Cabarete area. Dear cruise ship passengers: please indicate Us the name of your ship, so we'll adapt the pick up and drop off to your schedule :) Dear hotel guests: there is no need to specify the time of departure and arrival, just enter "NA" please :) We'll send you the precise pick up time on the day before our excursion :)
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(53)
The views over the city are just breathtaking and all of the rum and chocolate tasting was great through the factory tours.
A great history adventure. Our tour guide had great insight into the islands history. He was also flexible to our needs.
We booked a private tour through Viator, and Antonio was our tour guide. We started with heading up to Mount Isabel. We thought Antonio was driving us up the mountain. However, we rode in an open air truck up the mountain. The truck engine struggled all the way up, but we made it. The city tour was fun and interesting. Got to sample Mama Juana, coffee, hot chocolate and rum. The cigar history tour was fascinating as well. Overall, it was a good tour experience with Antonio. I would come back and do it again. 👏👏👏
Diana was not only knowledgeable, but also incredibly kind and clearly very experienced as a tour guide. Everything ran smoothly, and we always felt well taken care of throughout the day. What made the experience even more special was the group we were with. Everyone was so friendly and fun, and the entire day was filled with laughter, learning, and enjoying great food together. Overall, we had an absolutely fabulous time. I would highly recommend this excursion to anyone visiting Puerto Plata—it was the perfect mix of culture, history, and unforgettable moments.
Great experience. Great tour guide, great restaurant choice. Would definitely recommend.
We had a fun day with Marcelaius and Tommy during our excursion in Puerta Plata. We visited the rum factory, Mt Isabel, toured the city center area (including umbrella and pink streets), and had a wonderful lunch. I would recommend two things when booking with Rothis Tours: 1) e-mail / call ahead to confirm the meeting time and pick up point if you're stopping as part of a cruise (there was some confusion internally with our reservation which caused a bit of stress at the start of our day - Marcelaius to the rescue!) and 2) if you book a private tour, ensure that you communicate clearly with your guide as to the places you really want to see (we missed the chocolate factory due to our later start time, extra time we spent waiting to be driven up to Mt Isabel, and a mechanical issue that was clearly outside of our control). Please note that visiting Mt Isabel may take some extra time when the cable car is out of operation. It is well worth the time to go up the mountain for a visit, though!
Diana is an excellent guide. Do not think we could have had a better guide. She is very knowledgeable and informative. So fun to be with!
Antonio was amazing! He customized our tour to not only cover what was advertised, but managed to squeeze in a couple of extra stops for us. Lunch was excellent, and he brought fresh avocados to share with us, in addition to the delicious meal prepared by the restaurant. He was very knowledgeable about the history of Dominican Republic, and each of the stops we made, and he also made the day so much fun!! It was the highlight of our entire cruise!!
Great tour! Antonio took us around and was very professional. We had 9 people and he managed to show us everything he could while in the Dominican. I highly recommend this tour to anyone going to Puerta Plata!
This was a great experience. Our travel guide was very nice and polite. Ask for Carlos Perez if you are doing this tour. He wasn’t just a tour guide, it was like going on a tour with a friend who knew the history of the island. I will be doing this tour again when I come back with other friends.
