Puerto Plata City Tour with Dominican Cuisine

From$389
5 hours
Bangkok, Thailand

About this activity

Experience Puerto Plata's rich history and flavors on a guided city tour, including visits to historic sites and a local rum factory, topped off with a traditional Dominican lunch.

Highlights

  • Explore historic San Felipe Fortress
  • Discover local rum production
  • Savor authentic Dominican dishes
  • Stroll through Amber Museum
  • Visit the iconic Brugal Rum Factory

Full description

Dive into the vibrant culture of Puerto Plata with this immersive city tour. Wander through the historic San Felipe Fortress, uncover the secrets of amber at the Amber Museum, and witness the art of rum-making at the renowned Brugal Rum Factory. Along the way, indulge in authentic Dominican cuisine, offering a true taste of the island's culinary heritage. This tour is a perfect blend of history, culture, and gastronomy, ensuring a memorable day in the heart of the Dominican Republic.

Included / Excluded

  • Guided city tour of Puerto Plata
  • Visit to local rum factory
  • Traditional Dominican lunch
  • Gratuities for guide and driver

Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for weather conditions.
  • Confirm your booking at least 24 hours in advance to secure your spot.
  • Be prepared for a moderate amount of walking during the tour.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes for city exploration.
  • Bring a camera to capture the scenic views and historic sites.
  • Carry local currency for any personal purchases or tips.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 6 days before the activity starts

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Accessibility

  • Infants Required On Laps

Good to know

  • Short dresses are not allowed at temples, so dress covered your shoulders and knees
  • Please note: we offer a room with a king-size bed for couples or a room with two beds for friends or families.
  • VISA TO CAMBODIA: You can apply for an e-Visa online in advance or obtain a visa on arrival at the Poipet border. Mexican and Burmese travelers need a re-entry or multi-entry visa to return to Thailand via the border; otherwise, we strongly recommend returning by flight. Passport holders from ASEAN countries are eligible for a free visa to Cambodia for 30 days.

Traveler reviews

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Excellent tour for a quick trip to Angkor Wat

Terrific tour experience. Our guide, Mr Sin, was very knowledgeable, spoke good English, and had a great personality. No negatives at all. Also, compliments to our driver, Phearom. He went WAY above and beyond during our trip - making several extra trips with us during our down time. It's hot and humid and there's a lot of walking to see everything, but he always had a cold bottle of water and a chilled moist cloth for us every time we got back into the car. Overall, a magical experience at Angkor Wat, the other temples, and the boat trip. And not tour-related, but do yourself a favor and book a dinner at Lum Orng while you're in Siem Reap. Amazing food and experience.

jrh2581Dec 28, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Book this tour!

Sam is great!!! The temples are incredible. I learned so much. sunrise tour starts at 4:30 AM and you are back to your hotel by 1 PM. There’s an additional cost for buying temple passes. Starting at $37.

511bribApr 3, 2025TRIPADVISOR

It has been an amazing journey!

Mr. Watt, the tour guide, was so wonderful. This time it was a tour with my mother, but both the guide and the driver were very considerate, which was very reassuring and helpful. He took many photos and videos at Angkor Wat and other places, which made me remember well. Thank you very much.

知実石Mar 5, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Angkor Wat Private tour

Mr Phuy and the driver Billy took great care of us every minute of our trip. Ensuring we saw all the sights on our Angkor Wat tour. From picking us up, ensuring we were settled in our tour, having snacks and drinks available. We enjoyed the views and they took care of the rest. We learned so much about Cambodia and Angkor Wat. We are grateful for the experience. Thank you so much.

danieldN9674GUJan 16, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Excellent and convenient way to experience Angkor Wat from Bangkok

Excellent and convenient way to experience Angkor Wat if you’re time limited and coming from Bangkok. We loved the boat ride and seeing the floating village too. The transition from drivers was seamless, just trust the process and wait. All really friendly. Our guide was Sath who was animated and very friendly. He was an excellent photographer! No question too much and he couldn’t do enough for us. The hotel was really nice too and plenty of evening time to explore. Thank you

alixd803Dec 29, 2024TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Short dresses are not allowed at temples, so dress covered your shoulders and knees Please note: we offer a room with a king-size bed for couples or a room with two beds for friends or families. VISA TO CAMBODIA: You can apply for an e-Visa online in advance or obtain a visa on arrival at the Poipet border. Mexican and Burmese travelers need a re-entry or multi-entry visa to return to Thailand via the border; otherwise, we strongly recommend returning by flight. Passport holders from ASEAN countries are eligible for a free visa to Cambodia for 30 days.