Honeymoon in Punta Cana

  • Day 1: Arriving in Punta Cana
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    Welcome to Punta Cana! After arriving at the airport, check-in to your hotel, and spend your day relaxing by the beach or exploring the resort.

  • Day 2: Visit the Indigenous Eyes Ecological Reserve
    19 minutes (10.1 miles) from your hotel

    Experience the beauty of Punta Cana's Indigenous Eyes Ecological Reserve, a natural oasis filled with twelve freshwater lagoons, sub-tropical forests, and wildlife. Take a dip in the crystal-clear waters of the lagoons or hike through the park underneath the shady canopy of trees.

  • Day 3: Day trip to Saona Island
    30 minutes (19.5 miles) from your hotel to the Bayahibe port

    Take a day trip to Saona Island, a beautiful and scenic tropical island that offers stunning views, white-sand beaches, and turquoise waters. This tour includes a stop at a sandbar with shallow water, which makes it an ideal spot for swimming and taking photos.

  • Day 4: Explore Higuey
    45 minutes (39.1 miles) from your hotel

    Explore the town of Higuey, an authentic Dominican town with a vibrantly colored church and bustling market. Be sure to visit the Basílica de Nuestra Señora de la Altagracia, an impressive colonial-era church that is a famous pilgrimage site.

  • Day 5: Relax at Juanillo Beach
    15 minutes (9.8 miles) from your hotel

    Relax at Juanillo Beach, a pristine and tranquil beach that is perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and kayaking. You can rent a private cabana or indulge in beachside seafood grills.

  • Day 6: Visit El Limon Waterfall
    2 hours and 19 minutes (86.9 miles) from your hotel

    El Limon Waterfall is a breathtakingly beautiful attraction near Samana Bay that cascades from 120 feet into a clear pool of water surrounded by lush vegetation. You can take a guided tour or go horseback riding or trekking to reach the falls, making it a perfect romantic adventure.

  • Day 7: Sunrise Balloon Ride
    45 minutes (31.1 miles) from your hotel

    Take a sunrise balloon ride over Punta Cana and savor the views of the beautiful beaches, lush rainforests, and sparkling ocean. You will also receive a Champagne toast and a delicious breakfast to end the ride.

  • Day 8: Explore Altos de Chavón
    1 hour and 45 minutes (74.6 miles) from your hotel

    Altos de Chavón is a must-visit attraction, features a medieval European-style village built by Italian artisans. It's also home to the Altos de Chavón School of Design, an art school that has trained several award-winning artists.

  • Day 9: Horseback Riding on the Beach
    30 minutes (14.5 miles) from your hotel

    Take a romantic and scenic horseback ride along the beach and enjoy Punta Cana's beautiful scenery. Punta Cana's coastline is rich in history, and with a trip to Rancho Caribeño, you can experience it all while taking in the beautiful beach views.

  • Day 10: Visit Ocean World Adventure Park
    4 hours and 48 minutes (203 miles) from your hotel

    Ocean World Adventure Park offers a world of fun for everyone, and it's a perfect adventure for a honeymoon. It features an aquatic park where you can swim with dolphins, sea lions, stingrays, and sharks.

  • Day 11: Go Snorkeling
    20 minutes (8.5 miles) from your hotel

    Experience an underwater world of colorful marine life and coral reefs with a snorkeling tour. You can take it at any of the beautiful snorkeling locations around Punta Cana, including the Bavaro Reef, where you can see shipwrecks and other colorful underwater sights.

  • Day 12: Visit Isla Catalina
    30 minutes (16.5 miles) from the La Romana Port

    Take a ferry to Isla Catalina, a secluded island with crystal-clear waters and white-sand beaches. Here you will find one of the most beautiful coral reefs in the area, making it a perfect spot for swimming and snorkeling.

  • Day 13: Relax in a Spa
    30 minutes (19.5 miles) from your hotel

    Pamper yourself with a couple's spa day at one of Punta Cana's luxurious spas. You can choose from various treatments like hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps to unwind and relax.

  • Day 14: Departure from Punta Cana
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    It's time to say goodbye to Punta Cana. Check out of the hotel, and head to the airport for your flight back home or to your next destination.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Saona Island Tour (7 hours, $85 per person)
  • El Limon Waterfall Tour (6 hours, $130 per person)
  • Sunrise Balloon Ride (1 hour, $275 per person)
  • Ocean World Adventure Park (6 hours, $69.99 per person)
  • Horseback Riding on the Beach (2 hours, $60 per person)
Total Estimated Costs: $1,064.98

Transportation:

Travelers will need to pre-arrange transport to visit some of the attractions outside of the city, such as Saona Island and El Limon Waterfall. Taxis and buses are readily available from the hotel to other tourist locations in Punta Cana.

Useful Tips:

If you have less time, you can skip the Saona Island or El Limon Waterfall tour. If you have more time, explore the nearby cities like La Romana, Bayahibe or Santo Domingo.

Airports:

The Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) is the main airport serving Punta Cana. It's located in Punta Cana, a popular tourist destination in the Dominican Republic, approximately 30 minutes’ drive east of the capital city of Santo Domingo.

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