Chavón, Ponce De León House, Cave

Rio altos Chavón y Casa de Ponce de León y cueva bernar

★ 4.8 30 reviews

6 hours, pickup offered, free cancellation.

from $120 per person

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Duration: 6 hours
Group: max 15 travellers
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Meal: Meal included

Overview

This six-hour outing from Punta Cana centres on Altos de Chavón, above the Chavón river, where reviewers praise the stone work. Travellers are picked up at their hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle, and entrance to Altos de Chavón is covered in the price.

From there the route widens. The Basilica in Higuey, a flea market area, and a coffee and cocoa plantation all feature on the list of inclusions, along with a stop at the Anamuya River. Lunch and soft drinks are provided, and several reviewers describe eating local Dominican food rather than resort fare, sometimes at a local spot with welcoming owners.

The tour caps participation at 15 travellers, though reviews repeatedly report ending up with far fewer, sometimes effectively private. That makes it a good fit for visitors who want history, countryside and everyday Dominican life explained by a guide, rather than another poolside day. Wheelchair and pushchair users are accommodated on transport and surfaces according to the listing, and infants sit on laps.

What's Included

Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Free entrance to Altos de Chavón
Basílica La Altagracia
Lunch
Soda/Pop
Flea Market
Coffee and cocoa plantation
Anamuya River

Itinerary

Hotel pickupPickup is included, in an air-conditioned vehicle. One reviewer reported the driver arriving exactly on time at the hotel.
Altos de ChavónFree entrance is included. Reviews describe the stone work at this stop above the river.
Basilica La AltagraciaA stop at the basilica in Higuey. One reviewer noted the interior could not be entered during a Sunday service, so access inside can depend on the schedule.
Markets and shoppingStops include a flea market area, and reviewers also describe visiting a public market where locals shop. One reviewer reported no pressure to buy from vendors.
Coffee and cocoa plantationA visit to a coffee and cocoa plantation, listed among the included items.
Anamuya RiverThe Anamuya River appears in the listing's included items as part of the route.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points come up again and again in the listing and in traveller reviews.

Group feel. The maximum is 15 travellers, but several reviewers said they ended up with only their own party, or a very small group. Small numbers have let guides adjust the route, such as swapping in a local lunch spot.
Food and drink. Lunch and soda are included, and the route takes in a coffee and cocoa plantation. Reviewers frequently praise the food, describing local Dominican dishes rather than resort menus.
Cash and markets. Market stops are part of the day, so bring cash if you want to shop.
Pace and mobility. The listing states the transportation and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, that the tour is pushchair accessible, and that most travellers can participate. One reviewer described a day that allowed time to wander on their own at some stops.
Weather dependency. The listing says good weather is required and that weather cancellations come with the offer of a different date or a full refund.
Guides rotate. Reviews name many different guides, all praised for knowledge and flexibility. Who leads your day will vary, but the pattern across reviews is strongly positive.

Common issues. The tour needs a minimum number of travellers to run; if that minimum is not met, the operator offers a different date, a different experience or a full refund. Refunds also require cancellation at least 24 hours before the start time, and changes inside that window are not accepted. One reviewer described a man with a donkey forcing photo opportunities at a stop.

Common Questions

Is Hotel Pickup Included?

Yes, pickup is included and transport is in an air-conditioned vehicle. One reviewer reported the driver arriving exactly on time at the hotel. Infants must sit on laps during transport.

What Is Included In The Price?

Air-conditioned transport, free entrance to Altos de Chavón, the basilica stop, lunch, soda, coffee and cocoa plantation visit, flea market stops and the Anamuya River are all listed as included. The listing does not show any items in its exclusions list.

How Long Is The Tour?

The listing gives the duration as six hours. That covers transport from Punta Cana hotels and all stops on the route.

Is It Suitable For Wheelchair Users Or Families With Small Children?

The listing states the tour is wheelchair accessible and pushchair accessible, that transportation and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, and that infants must sit on laps. Most travellers can participate according to the operator.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window no refund is given and changes are not accepted. If the operator cancels for weather or low numbers, you get a different date or a full refund.

How Many People Are On The Tour?

The maximum is 15 travellers. In practice, many reviewers report far smaller groups, sometimes just their own party, which has allowed guides to adapt the itinerary.