Full 10 day travel itinerary for Dominican Republic:
Day 1: Arrive in Puerto Plata. Check into your resort and spend the day relaxing on the beach or by the pool. In the evening, head into the town of Puerto Plata to explore the main square and grab some traditional Dominican cuisine for dinner.
Day 2: Take a day trip to Playa Dorada beach. This scenic stretch of beach is lined with palm trees and is a great spot for swimming, sunbathing or other beach activities. You can also go snorkeling or scuba diving in the crystal-clear waters to see tropical fish and coral.
Day 3: Visit the cable car at Mount Isabel de Torres. Take in the stunning views of Puerto Plata and the coastline as you ride the cable car up 2,500 feet to the summit. At the top, explore the botanical garden, statue of Christ and museums.
Day 4: Travel to Santo Domingo, the capital city. Visit the Colonial City with cobblestone streets, historical buildings, and museums. Check out landmarks like the Alcazar de Colon, Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor and Fortaleza Ozama.
Day 5: Take a day trip from Santo Domingo to Boca Chica beach. Relax on the white sand beach and go swimming or snorkeling in the turquoise waters. You can also go jet skiing or windsurfing. Stop by the island’s largest Naval base on the way back to the city.
Day 6: Visit the National Zoo and Botanical Garden in Santo Domingo which hosts tropical plants, orchids, and native wildlife like parrots, turtles, and deer. Then head to the Mercado Modelo to shop for locally made crafts, cigars, rum and coffee.
Day 7: Travel to Punta Cana, a popular beach resort area. Check into your beachfront resort and spend the day lounging in the sun, swimming and kayaking. Take a sunset stroll on the beach.
Day 8: Go on a snorkeling or diving trip to Catalina Island or Saona Island. Spot tropical fish, rays, starfish, and coral reefs in the crystal-clear water. Or visit a nearby plantation to learn about local crops like cocoa, coffee and coconut.
Day 9: Relax on the beach in Punta Cana. Get a massage at your resort’s spa or enjoy a cocktail at the beach bar. For dinner, try a seasfood restaurant along the beach boardwalk.
Day 10: On your last day, visit nearby Jarabacoa mountains. Take in the scenic mountain views, go hiking in the rainforest or explore the town. Head back to Santo Domingo in the afternoon and catch your flight home.