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Puerto Plata City Tour, History & Culture Tour, Cruise Speci
Puerto Plata, DO
50% of travellers recommend this
Self-guided
Highlights
- Cable car ride with panoramic city views
- Admire the majestic Christ the Redeemer statue
- Explore Victorian-style architecture in Central Park
- Visit the historic Spanish fortress at Fortaleza San Felipe
- Learn about and taste the delicious Dominican rum
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Duration 5 hours 30 minutes
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Hassle-free round-trip transport
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Expert Guide in English, German, Spanish
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Visit to Rum Factory included
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Wheelchair accessible
Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and history of Puerto Plata with this exhilarating city tour. Travel effortlessly between the city's highlights as you enjoy hassle-free round-trip transport. Begin your adventure with a visit to the famous Rum Factory, where you'll learn about the production of the most delicious rum in the Dominican Republic. Then, immerse yourself in the rich history of the city with a stop at San Felipe Fort, a majestic Spanish fortress that stands as a national monument. Explore the stunning Victorian-style architecture in Central Park and indulge in some local sightseeing or shopping. Finally, complete your tour with a cable car ride up Mount Isabel de Torres, where you'll be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of the city and the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue. This is the ultimate experience for those seeking to uncover the beauty and charm of Puerto Plata.
At a Glance
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Free cancellation
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5 hours 30 minutes
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Instant Confirmation
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Available in Spanish; Castilian, English, German
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Wheelchair accessible
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Mobile voucher
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Small Group tour
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Guided
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Family friendly
Featured Reviews
Viator
May 24
I signed up for the 8am tour. About a week before the tour, I learn that it starts at 9am. On the day of, we were not picked up until 9:45am.
There was little to no information about the town itself as we were driving by.
We were told we had 2 hours at the cable car. We took 2 hours but when we arrived back at the parking lot, our tour guide was not there. Eventually, he had to send a taxi to pick us up because he had to deal with a situation elsewhere. We waited for 45 minutes. By that time, I just wanted to go back to the hotel. We returned to the hotel too late for lunch due to the delays. There is also no food on the tour, by the way.
I will say though, that the sites themselves were great, but I recommend booking through a different company. The highlights were when we were sent on our own to join the tour guided by the owners of each place.
Viator
Apr 24
Now, I must admit to my mistake – not realising how far this tour is to our hotel, in Punta Cana. However, despite the hotel being nearly six hours drive away my booking was accepted, and money was taken.
The day before the trip we checked where Puerto Plata City is and were shocked to find that it is a ridiculous six hours drive away, totally impractical! I attempted to contact Gillary Tours the day before, as it was too late to cancel the tour, but no one responded. On the day I waited at the pick-up time of 8 am. They called me half an hour before and said that no problem, we could reschedule to the next day for a slightly later time, add an additional traveller and the tour would be like the original tour, details of which to follow shortly – they didn’t.
Next day, a shabby, very questionable roadworthiness vehicle turned up, the driver and tour guide “Stevie Wonder”. It became apparent that the tour guide wouldn’t fit so we set off without him, but still hoped we would have a fun tour, to include a Cable car ride; visit to park; and various other sightseeing opportunities, as listed in the Puerto Plata City Tour.
Our driver had problems finding the first stop and had to reverse quite some distance on a dual carriage way, maybe the rules are different in Dominican Republic?! Anyway, finally arrived at a venue where we watched cigars being made, could sample some rum produce, but no free samples, and buy jewellery, etc. Then a long drive to a Cathedral, no idea as to where we were going next as we had no itinerary, we couldn’t speak Spanish and our driver could only speak very little English – we were getting quite anxious! We eventually arrived but had no interest to view what is I’m sure a nice Cathedral.
Next visit was to a market, why? We were dropped off and invited to wonder around the market, in a strange place where I guess we could sample some of the local culture, but we couldn’t wait to get back to the shabby car, at least it worked and would take us away from the area. He took us to another supermarket, but we were basically so relieved when we were eventually taken back to our hotel.
Maybe I should have had a better grasp of the local geography of the island, but once our money was taken one would normally believe that everything is in order. The replacement Tour, whilst I’m sure it was intended to make good the stupid error, it certainly was nothing like the original Tour and NOT what we should have expected for the money paid. I raised this with TripAdvisor/ Viator but they declined my request for a refund.
You’ve been warned!
Viator
Mar 24
We wanted have a personalized experience with the culture and history of Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic. We were concerned with excursions outside the cruise ship at port but were put at ease with our tour guide Jason who stayed with us the entire day, driving us to the best places to see and shops to fill our "want list". Jason took us to the places of historical value and beautiful views up above of the city. We had the best tour guide ever!! Jason you are the best!! We love forward to coming back to visit more!
Viator
Feb 24
I wouldn't even give it one star if I didn't have to! This was a terrible experience from the beginning. The tour operator reached out via Whatsapp about a week prior to the cruise. Just a message to say their name, what company they represent and tour date. I should have have known from the bad writing that there was going to be a language barrier. I replied back to that message with my details and also asked questions....got radio silence. Then the day before the excursion, got a notification from Viator that my credit card has been charged (which is as expected). I reached out again to the tour company asking about meeting time and location. We arrived on Port at 7 AM and were instructed to meet at 9 AM! Why??? The tour details said 8 and then they moved it to 9. We thought it's cutting it close with the time we have to be back onboard. But we went along with it and finally found the tour rep outside the gates of Amber Cove. (Note, since this is not a cruise tour excursion, companies like this are NOT allowed to pick up or drop off near the terminal. We had a 15-20 min walk each way for this.) When the tour rep communicated with us, he had to use a translation app. Another red flag! He told us we were just waiting on the taxi driver to come pick us up (happens to be his Dad), but there's traffic. While all this waiting is going on (in the heat no less), another tour operator hears all this chaos and confusion and offered us water as well as his tour services. Thank goodness for him since it was almost 10 am by this time and our 5.5 hr tour was cut down significantly. We reached out to Viator via Whatsapp and asked for a full refund and ended up going with the other tour operator. He was still able to cover most of what we had initially signed up for and got us back to the port with a few mins to spare.
Stay away from Gillory Tours! I recommend DR Prime as a great alternative if you want to venture outside of cruise excursions.
Viator
Feb 24
Viator and this tour company ripped me off. I was staying in Casa Linda Sousa which was explained to the agent a Viator before I booked the tour. The agent at Viator told me they contact the tour company and they would pick me up at 8am. I was a little hesitant to book this tour because I was 30 mins away from Puerto Plata and expressed this to the agent before booking the tour. First the agent told me I was not on the list for a pickup area. Then Said he contact the tour operator and they said they can pick me up. I never had a conversation with the tour company. Everything I’m writing came from the agent at Viator. I sent a message in the morning around 6:45am-7am to the tour operator just to confirm the pick up time. I have never received a response. I want my money back. It’s not good to rip off hard working people just trying to enjoy there vacation.
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Puerto Plata City Tour, History & Culture Tour, Cruise Speci
Explore Puerto Plata's highlights with ease, from a rum factory to stunning views atop Mount Isabel de Torres, all in one memorable tour.
Included
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OtherRound-trip transportation -
Bottled waterBottled water
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OtherProfessional Bilingual Guide
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OtherCity Orientation and History
Excluded
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Othergratuites -
OtherEntrance fees
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OtherLunch
Pickup
Check if pick-up is available from your location, you will select during checkout (providers may allow other pickup locations)
Reliable pickup by Gillary Tours.
Hotels: We pick up from all major resorts in Puerto Plata, Playa Dorada, and Cofresi.
Cruise Passengers (Amber Cove & Taino Bay): We offer specialized pickup for cruise guests. Please look for our representative holding the 'Gillary Tours' sign at the designated independent tour operator area outside the port.
Timing: Pickup is 30 minutes before the tour starts. We will confirm the exact time via WhatsApp.
What to expect
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Puerto Plata Cable Car
cable car ride up Mount Isabel de Torres, situated at 2,600 feet (812 m) and offering wonderful panoramic city views,Here you can admire the majestic Christ the Redeemer statue symbolizing peace.
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Independence Park
In the middle of the city, you will see all Victorian architecture
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Fortaleza de San Felipe
Fortaleza San Felipe is a historic Spanish fortress located in the north of Dominican Republic in the province of Puerto Plata.
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Malecon Puerto Plata
Oceanfront
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Larimar - Ambar Mine Museum
An excellent museum you can see amber, larimar, products from it and buy products that are produced right there.
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Brugal
to see how they make the most delicious rum of the Dominican Republic
The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.
Additional Information
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible -
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Service animals allowed
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Wheelchair accessible
Provided by Gillary Tours
What our experts say
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Try local rum at the factory tour. -
Visit nearby Central Park for shopping.
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Don't miss the views at Mount Isabel!
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Bring a camera for stunning vistas.
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Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
More About this Experience
Introduction
Get ready for an unforgettable experience as you embark on the Puerto Plata City Tour. This tour allows you to explore the vibrant city of Puerto Plata with ease, offering hassle-free round-trip transport and a plethora of exciting activities. From visiting the famous Rum Factory to marveling at Victorian-style architecture, this tour has something for everyone. But the real highlight of the tour is the cable car ride up Mount Isabel de Torres, where you can soak in breathtaking panoramic views of the city and witness the majestic Christ the Redeemer statue symbolizing peace. Get ready to be immersed in the rich history, culture, and beauty of Puerto Plata.What to expect?
During the Puerto Plata City Tour, you can expect a total duration of 330 minutes filled with incredible sights and experiences. The typical itinerary includes a cable car ride up Mount Isabel de Torres, offering stunning city views and the chance to admire the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue. You will also get the opportunity to explore the Victorian-style architecture of Central Park and visit the historic San Felipe Fort, a national monument built to protect the port from pirates. Additionally, you'll have a chance to visit the famous Rum Factory and learn about the production of the most delicious rum in the Dominican Republic. Prepare to be amazed at the diverse attractions and immersive experiences that await you on this tour.Who is this for?
The Puerto Plata City Tour is perfect for adventurers, culture enthusiasts, and history buffs alike. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple, or a group of friends, this tour promises to provide an enriching experience for all. If you're interested in exploring the vibrant history and culture of Puerto Plata, this tour is tailored to your interests. The tour is suitable for individuals of all ages and backgrounds who want to delve into the beauty and authenticity of this city. Join us on this thrilling journey and create unforgettable memories in Puerto Plata.Why book this?
Embark on the Puerto Plata City Tour and discover the hidden gems of this remarkable city. Immerse yourself in the fascinating history and culture of Puerto Plata as you visit iconic landmarks, such as the San Felipe Fort and the Victorian-style architecture of Central Park. Indulge in the flavors of the Dominican Republic by visiting the famous Rum Factory and learning about the production of their world-renowned rum. The highlight of the tour is the cable car ride up Mount Isabel de Torres, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the city and the chance to witness the awe-inspiring Christ the Redeemer statue. With hassle-free round-trip transport and a well-planned itinerary, this tour ensures that you make the most of your time in Puerto Plata and create cherished memories.Good to know
Keep in mind that the Puerto Plata City Tour has a total duration of 330 minutes, providing ample time to explore the city's highlights. Make sure to wear comfortable shoes and clothing as there will be some walking involved. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture the stunning views and memorable moments throughout the tour. It's advisable to carry some cash for any optional purchases or souvenirs you may want to buy along the way. The tour includes round-trip transport, so you won't have to worry about navigating the city on your own. Sit back, relax, and let our experienced guides take you on an incredible journey through Puerto Plata.Reviews
Previous visitors of the Puerto Plata City Tour have expressed their delight with the diverse experiences and sights offered on the tour. Many have praised the cable car ride up Mount Isabel de Torres, describing it as a breathtaking and unforgettable experience. Visitors have also appreciated the opportunity to explore the Victorian-style architecture and immerse themselves in the rich history of the city. The visit to the Rum Factory has been highly regarded, with individuals enjoying the chance to learn about the production process and sample the exquisite rum. Overall, reviews suggest that the Puerto Plata City Tour offers a perfect blend of culture, history, and natural beauty, leaving visitors with unforgettable memories of their time in Puerto Plata.
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