Full Day Private Tour in Puerto Plata: Explore Local History, Gastronomy, and Beautiful Waters

Experience a full day private tour in Puerto Plata and explore the local history, gastronomy, and beautiful waters. Personalized and unforgettable!

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Macorix House of Rum - Ron Macorix was established in 1899 by the Carrion family in San Pedro de Macorís, a town renowned for its poets, artists, and sugar cane.
    Over a century later, Ron Macorix joined the Vinicola del Norte family in Puerto Plata, merging two iconic rum-producing regions of the Dominican Republic. ADDITIONAL COST US$5 per…
What's Included
    • Private transportation
    • Snacks
Additional Information

Leveraging on our vast experience, we assure you superior quality in the service we render. Join us as we explore the key attractions of Puerto Plata from a local’s perspective, delving into its gastronomy, history and the splendid waters only the Atlantic’s bride can bestow. The tour is tailored to your preferences, ensuring maximum enjoyment. After…

Location
Amber Cove Cruise Port
Maimón
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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R7269bwaudreyc
Mar 23, 2026
Above and Beyond expectations - Tour was amazing, Francisco went above and beyond to make the tour the best I’ve ever experienced! He gave us waters and even stopped to get fresh mangos for us. He was willing to do whatever we wanted and it is truly a personal and private experience. Book this tour ASAP!
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Laurach7449tp
Mar 23, 2026
Private tour… you need Francisco - This is by far the best private tour we have taken. (Approx. 12 other guided tours we have done) Francisco made us feel like family that visited for the first time. We never ran out of complimentary waters, and he made a quick stop and purchased rip mangos for us all. So much more to add but not enough space. Also, very professional and knowledgeable. Did what we wanted and when we wanted. Hats off to Francisco!
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Kentw649
Mar 15, 2026
Birding Trip to Mountain Top A+ - Francisco Woods did a great job making a unique visit for us to the top of the mountain Parque Nacional Isabel de Torres. My son and I birded the park for about 3 hours, then visited another location before returning to our cruise ship. We couldn't ask for better service. We highly recommend Francisco!
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Timbaland72
Mar 12, 2026
Your Answer to Avoiding a Crowded Tour Bus - My wife and I enjoyed our time with Francisco. He is incredibly personable, fun, and very knowledgeable about anything you might want to see or do in Puerto Plata. It was great having a private van and a guide who was willing to take us wherever we'd want to go, and even taking pictures for us all along the way! He even went so far as to take us for some empanadas and great coffee. If you're not wanting to buy local souvenirs, I would only suggest that you let Francisco know up-front, and just tell him what you'd like to see and do. You'll ultimately love your time with Francisco.
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Esthersb3554sd
Feb 20, 2026
Team Francisco 💙 - Our experience was truly unforgettable, and it was all because of Francisco. From the very beginning, he made us feel welcomed, comfortable, and genuinely valued. His warmth and kindness immediately set the tone for what turned out to be such a special day. What really touched me was the passion Francisco has for what he does. Every story he shared felt personal and meaningful — he didn’t just give information, he brought everything to life in such an engaging and heartfelt way. You could truly feel how much he cares about the history, the culture, and the people he guides. Francisco was patient, attentive, and always willing to answer questions with enthusiasm and sincerity. He went above and beyond to make sure we felt included and had a wonderful experience. This wasn’t just a tour; it was a memory we’ll always cherish. I’m so grateful for Francisco and the care he put into making our time so special. I highly, highly recommend him!
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Pat
Feb 5, 2026
Safe and informative! A great time too while seeing all the local sites. Francisco was a great guide! - It was one of the best tour guides we have ever had! Francisco was fun, safe driver and surprised us with a taste of local coffee and empanadas for all!
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Halina
Jan 26, 2026
Beautiful Island made better by exceptional tour guide! - Francisco Woods made our expiernce memorable. Not only was he an excellent tour guide but he is genuinely a warm and great person. You can tell he loves his job and the people he services. He will take you to places that he thinks you would like to visit and will take you wherever you want to go. If you want a great expiernce touring this beautiful island I recommend this company and tour guide highly.
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Jim_s
Jan 17, 2026
Super Day in Puerto Plata! - Francisco was our guide and he was fantastic. He arrived on time in a very nice van. He took us to all the sights around Puerto Plata. He also added the journey up to the top of Mt. Isabel de Torres. What a view!! He was very knowledgeable about his town, and we thoroughly enjoyed our day with him. This was a highlight of our trip. We would very much recommend Francisco!!
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Sanjay_s
Dec 25, 2025
Francisco is your guy - Been around the world on many tours. This was the best! Francisco is an amazing human being who makes you feel 100% comfortable in a place you have never been. He knows everyone in town and almost senses what you want next before you do! We will be going back to DR just to have him lead us again. Amazing communication before and after our day with him.
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Eg745
Dec 25, 2025
Matching your interest to your exploration is important. - I selected this particular vendor because of the high reviews, and I did not want to explore the area without safety in mind. Though the tour itself was good. I felt the focus was on shopping when I would rather have made more cultural connections. However, if you’re looking to buy some keepsakes to bring home with you, then this is a perfect match for you. For us we were more interested in culture and nature and probably should have chosen differently.
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From $55
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).