Discovering the Dominican South

Dominican Republic, discover this 7-day trip

Relaxation Beach Culture Luxury

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Start your adventure from the Santo Domingo airport and set off on a 7-day all-inclusive tour to discover the south of the Dominican Republic, between the historic capital, Barahona, and the stunning Bahía de Las Águilas. With your private driver, high-standard accommodations, and almost all meals included (only one to plan for), you will enjoy a top-of-the-line service in one of the most preserved and spectacular regions of the Dominican Republic. An exclusive journey, between wild beaches, breathtaking nature, and authentic experiences.

Trip Description

Start your journey in the Dominican Republic with a cultural discovery of Santo Domingo, the historic capital listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will stay in one of the most beautiful hotels in the Colonial Zone, an exceptional address with historic charm, where every detail has been carefully selected to guarantee you comfort and elegance from your very first night. Your tour continues to the deep south, heading towards Bahía de Las Águilas, considered one of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean and still preserved from mass tourism. You will stay in a high-standard eco-lodge, located just a few steps from the Caribbean Sea, in a spectacular natural setting. Here, time seems to stand still: white sand, turquoise water, and the feeling of being at the end of the world. You will then continue your journey to Barahona, an authentic region where lush vegetation, mountains, colorful rivers, and lively villages blend together. During this stage, you will discover the fascinating history of larimar, this unique blue semi-precious stone found only in this region. A beautiful cultural immersion at the heart of Dominican identity. You will stay in a 3-star hotel, but enjoy a junior suite to combine comfort and privacy. All excursions included in this tour are private, offering you a rare level of comfort and exclusivity: you avoid tourist crowds, fully enjoy the natural sites, and experience each moment at your own pace. A true privilege in one of the most protected areas of the country. This tour is offered as an all-inclusive package, with only one meal to plan for during the week: everything is taken care of for you, so you can fully enjoy your trip without any organizational constraints. Thanks to a dedicated private driver, personalized support, and a rigorous selection of quality accommodations, this stay offers a high-end service, designed for demanding travelers. More than just an itinerary, this trip is an authentic and exclusive experience, combining special moments, natural discoveries, and immersion in one of the most beautiful faces of the Dominican Republic. An exceptional way to discover the South, in comfort, tranquility, and the true pleasure of a tailor-made journey.

Accomodation

High-end boutique hotel in the heart of the Colonial Zone in Santo Domingo, luxury ecolodge facing the Caribbean Sea at Bahía de las Águilas, and comfortable junior suite in Barahona for an exclusive experience throughout the stay.

Stay program

day 1
Arrival Santo Domingo Airport
Upon your arrival at Santo Domingo airport, you will be greeted and then transferred by your private driver to your hotel located in the heart of the Colonial Zone, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Check-in to your room and discover the surroundings. If you arrive at the hotel before 7:30 pm, dinner is provided on site to start your stay in the best conditions.
day 2
Private tour of Santo Domingo
After your breakfast, your private guide will pick you up directly at the hotel for a full day discovering the Dominican capital. You start with the natural site of Tres Ojos, a unique set of caves and lagoons with amazing colors. Then, head to the Colonial Zone, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with a visit to its historic streets and the first cathedral of the New World. Lunch is included in a restaurant in the old town, to taste Dominican flavors. In the afternoon, you enjoy an amazing panoramic view thanks to the cable car, an original experience allowing you to observe the city from a different angle. Return to your hotel around 4pm. Dinner is free, a great opportunity to enjoy the warm and Caribbean atmosphere of the Colonial Zone.
day 3
On the way to Bahía de las Águilas
After your breakfast, your private driver will take you to the wild South towards the spectacular Bahía de las Águilas. The drive takes about 5 hours, punctuated by varied landscapes and stunning panoramas. You will arrive around 2 p.m., just in time for a meal organized on the beach, ideal for immediately enjoying the unique atmosphere of this preserved place. You will then settle into your comfortable ecolodge, with an authentic atmosphere and located just a few steps from the Caribbean Sea. The afternoon unfolds in complete tranquility: swimming, beach, relaxation... A perfect moment to settle down in this exceptional setting, far from the crowds. Dinner is organized in a nearby restaurant, to extend this first evening in a natural environment of rare beauty.
day 4
Private excursion to Bahía de las Águilas
After your breakfast, you set sail around 10am on board a typical fast boat, privatized especially for you, heading towards the mythical Bahía de las Águilas. The navigation follows the coasts and the impressive cliffs of Pedernales, offering a rare and grandiose natural spectacle. You then land on a privileged and isolated spot of the beach, a true little paradise still preserved, where everything is set up for your comfort: parasols, deckchairs, and a private space just for you. A buffet is organized directly on the beach, featuring fresh seafood, so you can enjoy a gourmet break facing an absolutely splendid turquoise sea. The afternoon unfolds at your own pace: snorkeling, sunbathing, swimming, relaxing... You freely enjoy this beach ranked among the most beautiful in the Caribbean. Your return is at the time of your choice (no later than around 5pm). In the evening, a dinner is organized in a nearby restaurant, to end this exceptional day in a calm and natural atmosphere.
day 5
Route to Barahona & discovery of Villa Miriam
After your breakfast, you proceed to check-out before getting back on the road to Barahona with your private driver. Allow about 2 hours of travel time, giving you the opportunity to admire the changing landscapes of the Dominican South. On the way, stop at Villa Miriam, an exceptional natural site made up of small waterfalls and turquoise pools where you can swim in naturally cool water. A lunch featuring fresh fish is planned on site, in an exotic and lush setting. Whenever you wish, you head to your new accommodation, a 3★ hotel in the region where you will be settled in a junior suite with a sea view. A comfortable and pleasant space to fully enjoy this stage of your stay. In the evening, a full dinner is organized at the hotel, so you can enjoy the mildness of the evening and the tranquility of the place.
day 6
Discovering Larimar & lunch at Los Patos
After your breakfast, your local guide will pick you up directly at your hotel for a day dedicated to discovering Larimar, the iconic semi-precious stone of Barahona, unique in the world. You will start at Barahona beach, where the first historical traces of this incredible blue stone can be found. Your guide will explain its volcanic origin, its composition, and why it cannot be found anywhere else. You will then visit a local artisan, who will present their expertise and the traditional techniques for cutting and transforming Larimar. Next, you will stop by the Larimar museum to deepen your understanding of the history, geology, and culture surrounding this fascinating stone. Lunch is planned at Los Patos, facing the ocean, in a spectacular natural setting. After the meal, you will enjoy some swimming and relaxation time in one of the most beautiful coastal rivers in the country. Return to the hotel around 4 p.m., then dinner organized with the establishment to calmly enjoy your last evening in Barahona.
day 7
Return to Santo Domingo airport
After your breakfast, you enjoy your free morning, then proceed to check-out around noon. Depending on your flight schedule, it is possible to organize a lunch on site before departure for the airport, in order to enjoy one last time the privileged setting of Barahona. Your private driver then takes you to the Santo Domingo airport for your return flight, your mind filled with incredible images of the Dominican South and unforgettable memories. An exclusive, memorable trip and a rare discovery of the Dominican Republic.