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Explore Puerto Plata's Best & Cable Car - Shore Excursion

By Puerto Plata Adventures
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Overview

Explore Puerto Plata's top attractions including the Caribbean's only cable car during this shore excursion for cruise ship passengers calling to Port Amber Cove and Port Taino Bay, Puerto Plata! You will ascend to the highest point on the Dominican Republic's north coast passing through small villages and the countryside. Once at the summit of Mount Isabela de Torres, you will enjoy expert narration, stroll through the botanical gardens, visit the Christ Statue and enjoy sweeping, north coast views. Then you will explore the grounds of the San Felipe Fortress, stroll Parque Independencia  (Victorian Times) in the heart of the historic Victorian district and visit Cathedral San Felipe. You will also enjoy photo opportunities at “Umbrella Street” and El Paseo de Dona Blanca (Pink Street). Your tour will feature full narration provided by an expert tour host, a bit of free-time in the historic town square, fresh fruit and unlimited rum punch.

Activity location

  • Mount Isabel de Torres
    • Puerto Plata, Caribbean

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Mount Isabel de Torres
    • Puerto Plata, Caribbean

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What's included, what's not

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    Bottled water
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    National Park fees
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    Luperon Museum may be substituted if the cable car is not operating due to maintenance/high winds
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    Complimentary Rum Punch
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    Port pickup and drop-off
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    Live commentary on board
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    Transport by air-conditioned minivan OR mini-bus
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    Additional food and drinks (available to purchase)
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    Service charge

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • Terrain can be uneven with narrow streets
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • Guests should wear comfortable clothing, sensible footwear, sun cream and sunglasses
  • The minimum age to participate is 4 years old
  • IT IS NOT NECESSARY TO CALL TO CONFIRM AS GUESTS ARE AUTOMATICALLY CONFIRMED
  • Not recommended for those with limited mobilty, cane or walker users
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Puerto Plata (Pass by)

Meet just outside the gates of the Port of Puerto Plata - Taino Bay.

Mount Isabel de Torres

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Scenic Ascent and descent to the highest point on the Dominican north coast. Enjoy expert narration, beautiful botanical gardens, the Christ the Redeemer statue and sweeping north coast views.

Parque Central Independencia

  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
Enjoy the historic centre of Puerto Plata and learn about the Victorian Era and restoration period.

Fortaleza San Felipe

  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
Learn about Puerto Plata's pirate past at the city's oldest surviving structure.

Malecon Puerto Plata (Pass by)

Drive along the Atlantic coast boardwalk with narration

Umbrella Street

  • 10m
Fun photo stop!

Malecon Puerto Plata

  • 5m
Approximately 5 minutes for photos and explanation of Neptune Statue

Paseo de Dona Blanca

  • 10m
Paseo de Doña Blanca was named after Doña Blanca Rainieri, a woman dedicated to her family and her community. Also known as, "Pink Street", this brightly coloured alley way features façades of the famous Victorian houses of Puerto Plata. Paseo de Doña Blanca is one of the most photographed and visited areas of Puerto Plata.

Location

Activity location

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    Mount Isabel de Torres
    • Puerto Plata, Caribbean

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Mount Isabel de Torres
    • Puerto Plata, Caribbean

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