BeachPunta Cana Beach Week
- 7 nights · Half board
- 5★ hotel in Bávaro
- Return flights and transfers
From£1,349per person · 2 sharing
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Santo Domingo & Beach
Three nights near Santo Domingo’s old town and four at the beach in Bávaro, with breakfast, direct return flights and a private road transfer.
- 7 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- From London Gatwick or Manchester, direct
From
£1,599
per person · 2 sharing
About this holiday
Two sides of the Dominican Republic in one trip. Spend three nights in Santo Domingo, close to the Zona Colonial, the UNESCO-listed old city, then travel east by private car to the beach at Bávaro for four nights.
The package includes direct return flights from the UK to Punta Cana, both hotels with breakfast, your airport transfer and the private road transfer between the two, approx. 2 hours 30 minutes. In the old city, the main sights are within walking distance of each other; entry fees are not included.
- Duration
- 8 days, 7 nights
- Board
- Bed & breakfast
- Hotels
- 5★ in Santo Domingo and Bávaro
- Flights
- UK to Punta Cana, direct
- Transfers
- Airport and private road transfers
- Good for
- Couples, friends, families
5★ hotels in Santo Domingo and Bávaro
In Santo Domingo you stay in a 5-star hotel in or close to the Zona Colonial, often in a restored building. In Bávaro you stay in a 5-star beach hotel with a pool and restaurants. We confirm both hotels with each quote.
Hotel features
- Breakfast at both hotels
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Pool at the beach hotel
- Private transfer between the two
- Family rooms on request
Times from your hotel in Santo Domingo
- Calle Las Damasapprox. 5–15 mins on foot
- Alcázar de Colónapprox. 5–15 mins on foot
- Ozama Fortressapprox. 5–15 mins on foot
- The Malecónapprox. 10 mins by taxi
- Bávaro beach hotelapprox. 2 hrs 30 mins by road
- Punta Cana Airportapprox. 2 hrs 30 mins by road
Times are approximate and depend on your hotels.
Included in the price
Included
- Return flights from the UK to Punta Cana, with checked baggage
- 3 nights in Santo Domingo and 4 in Bávaro, all 5★
- Breakfast every morning
- Airport transfer on arrival and private road transfer between the two
- Return transfer to Punta Cana Airport
- ATOL protection under ATOL 10416
- A UK consultant before and during your trip
Not included
- Travel insurance
- Entry fees, tours and excursions
- Drinks, and meals outside your board basis
- Extras such as seat selection or extra baggage
Before you go
Flight time
Approx. 9 hours direct from London Gatwick or Manchester to Punta Cana (PUJ). Santo Domingo is approx. 2 hours 30 minutes by road.
Time difference
The Dominican Republic is 4 hours behind the UK in winter and 5 hours behind in summer, as it does not change its clocks.
Money
The currency is the Dominican peso (DOP). US dollars are widely accepted in resorts, and cards are accepted in hotels and most restaurants; carry some pesos for taxis, markets and tips.
Local custom
Swimwear is for the beach and pool; cover up in towns, shops and restaurants. Tipping is usual in restaurants, and a service charge may already be added.
Language
Spanish is the official language. English is spoken in resorts and by most tour staff.
Weather
Santo Domingo is around 29–32°C all year, and the sea at Punta Cana is around 26–29°C. December to April is drier; the hurricane season runs from June to November.
Day by day
These are suggestions; entry fees, tours and boat trips are not included.
- Day 1
Fly to Punta Cana, drive to Santo Domingo
Fly from the UK to Punta Cana, approx. 9 hours direct. Your driver takes you to your hotel near the Zona Colonial in Santo Domingo, approx. 2 hours 30 minutes by road.
- Day 2
The Zona Colonial
Walk the stone streets of the old city, including Calle Las Damas, and the squares around it. Visit the Alcázar de Colón and the Ozama Fortress; entry fees are not included.
- Day 3
Santo Domingo at your pace
Spend a free day in the old city, or take a taxi along the sea road to the Malecón, the waterfront promenade.
- Day 4
Drive to the beach
Your private driver takes you east to Bávaro, approx. 2 hours 30 minutes, with time to settle in and walk on the beach.
- Days 5–7
Beach days
Rest by the sea and the pool. The sea is warm all year, at around 26–29°C. Boat trips and excursions can be booked locally or through us.
- Day 8
Fly home
Breakfast and check-out, then your transfer to Punta Cana Airport, approx. 15 to 30 minutes, for your flight to the UK.
Questions about this package
Why do I fly to Punta Cana and not Santo Domingo?
There are direct flights from the UK to Punta Cana, but not to Santo Domingo. So you fly direct, then transfer by road to Santo Domingo, approx. 2 hours 30 minutes, and on to the beach after your stay.
Is the old city easy to explore on foot?
Yes. The Zona Colonial is compact, with most of its main sights within walking distance of each other. It is hot and humid for much of the year, so plan for mornings and evenings, and carry water.
Can I change the number of nights?
Yes. You can stay longer in either place. Tell us your dates and we’ll price it for you.
Is halal food available?
Halal food is very limited in the Dominican Republic. Seafood and vegetarian dishes are easy to find, and some resorts can arrange meals on request. It depends on the hotel, so we ask before you book and say plainly what is not available.
When is the best time for this holiday?
December to April is drier and a little cooler, with daytime highs of around 29–31°C. June to November is hotter and wetter, and the hurricane season runs through these months.
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Call us or send an enquiry, and we’ll check prices for your dates, suggest hotels and change the package to suit you.