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Pre and Post Congress Tours:

	SANTO DOMINGO CITY TOUR
	NIGHT TOUR
	ALTOS DE CHAVON AND MARAVILLAS GROUTS
	SAONA ISLAND
	3 DAYS AND 2 NIGHTS IN ALL INCLUSIVE HOTELS at Bavaro

For registration please download Tours Reservation Form (pdf)

The Dominican Republic is a colorful tapestry of Spanish, French, Haitian, and African influences woven by a rich and storied history. Christopher Columbus described this lush land as "a beautiful island paradise with high forested mountains and large river valleys". This statement is still as true today as it was in 1492. In addition to the comforts of sun, sea, and sand, the Dominican Republic offers an exciting and unique cultural experience that will captivate your senses.

This is a destination like no other - a sensual feast of dazzling landscapes, exotic cuisine, and a remarkable variety of arts and entertainment options. The pulse-pounding thrill of the merengue, intriguing relics from centuries past, premium cigars, and even world-class baseball await you. The Dominican Republic is a surprising place that will delight even the most experienced traveler.

Places available are limited and will be assigned on a first-come, first served basis. Please make your reservation in advance before arriving in Santo Domingo.

The tour includes entrance fees, lunch or dinner as per itinerary and touring in an air-conditioned bus with the service of an English/Spanish speaking guide.

Rates are based on minimum of 20 participants per tour. Changes in routes, departure/arrival times may occur for reasons beyond our control.
Please bring comfortable walking shoes and light clothes.
Prices per person in USD dollars.

For registration please download Tours Reservation Form (pdf)

1. Transfer Airport Las América – hotel in Santo Domingo – Airport Las América. (minimum 2 pax)
Transfer in private buses, US$30.00 per person RT.

2. PRE AND POST CONGRESS TOURS

SANTO DOMINGO CITY TOUR

As the oldest city in the New World, Santo Domingo features the first cathedral, first university and first hospital of the Americas. In fact, visitors often note that the well-preserved Zona Colonial makes them feel as though they've been transported in time.

Despite all this history, Santo Domingo is quite modern and very continental. The city's restaurants offer just about any cuisine in the world, boutiques and major chain retailers from the U.S. and Europe have set-up shops, and a wealth of museums, galleries and theaters ensure countless cultural events.

• Transfer in comfortable buses A/C from the hotels in Santo Domingo.
• Admission to National Aquarium
• Visit to the Colonial City of Santo Domingo
• Admission to the Alcazar of Columbus
• Admission to the Cathedral of Santo Domingo
• Time for shopping , visit to Museum of Amber, Tobacco, Larimer, and gift shops
• Accompanied by our tour guide (English speaking)
• The excursion Full Day includes a delicious lunch buffet in a famous Dominican Restaurant, beverages included
• Taxes Included

NIGHT TOUR (just for the free nights)

• Transfer in comfortable buses A/C from the hotels in Santo Domingo.
• Overview of the modern and Colonial city, Cathedral of Santo Domingo, the Alcazar of Columbus, Casas Reales, night life ending the tour at Hard Rock Café Santo Domingo.
• Dinner at Hard Rock Café or Dominican restaurant.
• Tour Guide (English Speaking).

Altos de Chavón and Maravillas Grouts

A beautiful excursion to a complex of grouts in the East of the island and replica of a quaint 16th century Tuscan hillside village.

Altos de Chavón Cultural Center

Built in 1976, Altos de Chavón is a cobblestone lined replica of a quaint 16th century Tuscan hillside village. Set high above the Chavón River, this cultural center features shops, restaurants, artists studios and galleries housed in stone and coral block buildings. The complex also features a school of design, an open-air amphitheater, archeology museum and art gallery.

The semi-circled 5,000 seat amphitheater practically turns back time thanks to its Grecian qualities. This limestone concert bowl was inaugurated by Frank Sinatra and Carlos Santana in 1982 and has since hosted dozens of concerts, symphonies, theatrical events and festivals. International recording artists Julio Iglesias, Dizzy Gillespie, Air Supply and Gloria Estefan have played under the stars to adoring fans at this one-of-a-kind amphitheater.

The country's most famous fashion designer, Oscar de La Renta, is intimately involved in the Altos de Chavón School of Design. In addition to fashion design, the two-year Associate in Applied Science degree program has concentrations in graphic design, interior design and fine arts/illustration. The controlled curriculum was developed in conjunction with the world renowned Parsons School of Design, which accepts graduates to complete their four-year degree.

The Center also has an artist-in-residence program in which established and up-and-coming artists live and work in Altos de Chavón for three months. Painters, sculptors, photographers, writers, musicians and architects exchange knowledge in open studios throughout the village. Past artists have included author Julia Alvarez and artists Henry Koerner and Roberto Juarez.

Includes:

• Transfer in comfortable buses A/C from the hotels in Santo Domingo.
• Admission to the grouts
• Visit to Altos de chavón
• Snack and beverages (water, soda and beer)
• English speaking tourist guide.
• Time for shopping

SAONA ISLAND

Located within Parque Nacional Del Este, Isla Saona is one of the southeast coast most popular tourist destinations. In fact, this small island was recently named one of the Caribbean's Eight Dream Beaches by Caribbean Travel & Life magazine. Powder sugar beaches, towering palms, azure water and the occasional sand bar at low tide make this one of the DR's most romantic destinations.

Includes:

• Transfer in comfortable buses A/C from the hotels in Santo Domingo to Bayahibe
• Boats and/or Catamaran to the island
• Lunch buffet
• Beverages on board and on the island
• Stop at the natural pool.

3 DAYS AND 2 NIGHTS IN ALL INCLUSIVE HOTELS at Bavaro

Include:

• 3 days and 2 nights at selected hotel
• All inclusive program (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, beverages, activities, 24 hours)
• Transfer Santo Domingo / Bávaro / Santo Domingo in private bus
• Taxes included

For registration please download Tours Reservation Form (pdf)