Dominican Republic

Day-by-Day Travel Plan

14-Day Dominican Republic Itinerary

14 days
6 cities — Santo Domingo → Punta Cana → Puerto Plata → La Romana → Samana → Jarabacoa
Best in Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr

The ultimate two-week journey through Dominican Republic. The Dominican Republic is the Caribbean's most complete island destination — a country that pairs the all-inclusive beach glamour of Punta Cana with the oldest European city in the Americas, the highest peak in the Caribbean, and a mountainous interior of rivers, waterfalls, and coffee farms. This itinerary takes you through the highlights — from iconic landmarks to local experiences.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

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Day 1 — Arrive in Santo Domingo

Santo Domingo

  • ▸ Zona Colonial
  • ▸ Catedral Primada de América

Santo Domingo — the capital city and cultural heart of the Dominican Republic, known for its colonial architecture and vibrant atmosphere

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Day 2 — Explore Santo Domingo

Santo Domingo

  • ▸ Malecón de Santo Domingo
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Day 3 — Explore Santo Domingo

Santo Domingo

  • ▸ Malecón de Santo Domingo
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Day 4 — Arrive in Punta Cana

Punta Cana

  • ▸ Bávaro Beach
  • ▸ Indigenous Eyes Ecological Park

Punta Cana — the most famous resort destination in the Dominican Republic, known for white-sand beaches and luxury resorts

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Day 5 — Explore Punta Cana

Punta Cana

  • ▸ Hoyo Azul
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Day 6 — Explore Punta Cana

Punta Cana

  • ▸ Hoyo Azul
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Day 7 — Arrive in Puerto Plata

Puerto Plata

  • ▸ Mount Isabel de Torres
  • ▸ Fortaleza San Felipe

Puerto Plata — a northern coastal city famous for its beaches, cable car, and historic fort

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Day 8 — Explore Puerto Plata

Puerto Plata

  • ▸ Playa Dorada
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Day 9 — Arrive in La Romana

La Romana

  • ▸ Altos de Chavón
  • ▸ Casa de Campo Resort

La Romana — a charming city near luxury resorts, golf courses, and the world-famous Altos de Chavón village

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Day 10 — Explore La Romana

La Romana

  • ▸ Cueva de las Maravillas
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Day 11 — Arrive in Samana

Samana

  • ▸ El Limón Waterfall
  • ▸ Los Haitises National Park

Samaná — a lush peninsula offering tropical nature, whale watching, and secluded beaches

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Day 12 — Explore Samana

Samana

  • ▸ Cayo Levantado (Bacardi Island)
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Day 13 — Arrive in Jarabacoa

Jarabacoa

  • ▸ Pico Duarte Trek
  • ▸ Salto de Jimenoa

Jarabacoa — a cool mountain town in the Cordillera Central known as the 'City of Eternal Spring,' the Dominican Republic's adventure-sports capital and gateway to Pico Duarte

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Day 14 — Explore Jarabacoa

Jarabacoa

  • ▸ Whitewater Rafting on the Río Yaque del Norte
  • ▸ Jarabacoa Coffee Farms