Embark on an unforgettable journey from Punta Cana to San Pedro de Macorís, home to the renowned Ron Barceló distillery and factory. This immersive tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the craftsmanship behind one of the Dominican Republic’s finest rums. Discover the detailed rum-making process, from sugarcane harvesting to distillation and aging in oak barrels. As you walk through the factory, you’ll also delve into the rich history of the Barceló brand, learning about its origins and how it has grown into a symbol of Dominican pride. Conclude your experience with a tasting of some of their finest rums, a true celebration of tradition and flavor.
The tour continues with a visit to the stunning “Cueva de las Maravillas,” a mystical cave filled with awe-inspiring stalactites, stalagmites, and ancient Taino petroglyphs. Explore the beauty of this underground wonder and learn about its historical significance.
End your tour with lunch at the famous “Tipico Bonao,” where you’ll enjoy a great local meal. Savor authentic Dominican dishes like mangu, sancocho, and the ever-popular chivo guisado, all while soaking in the vibrant local culture.
This experience offers the perfect mix of history, nature, and gastronomy for an unforgettable day trip.
Highlights
Insight into the rum-making process, from sugarcane to bottling
Immersive experience in the history and legacy of the Barceló rum brand
Exclusive rum tasting of Barceló's finest selections
Opportunity to purchase Barceló rum directly from the source
Lunch at the famous Tipico Bonao restaurant to enjoy a traditional Dominican meal
Scenic drive back to Punta Cana after the tour
Included/Excluded
Pick-up from your accommodation in Punta Cana
Comfortable, air-conditioned transportation
Guided tour of the Ron Barceló distillery and factory
Entrance the Cueva de las Maravillas
Guided exploration of the cave’s
Tips
Rum purchase
Lunch at tipico bonao
Durations
3 - 5 hours
Languages
English
Espanol
Francais
Tour's Location
Quisqueya, Dominican Republic
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Samuel
31 October 2026
An Outstanding Walking Tour of Santo Domingo's Colonial Zone!
I thoroughly enjoyed this walking tour of Santo Domingo's Zona Colonial. It was an excellent experience from beginning to end, thanks to our wonderful guide, Leo. Leo met me outside the coffee shop as arranged and started the tour by inviting me inside for a cup of delicious Dominican coffee. What a great way to begin! Leo was extremely friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about the history of the Dominican Republic and Santo Domingo. He provided an excellent historical overview, with thorough explanations that brought the city's rich past to life. One of my favorite stops was the Catedral Primada de América, the first cathedral in the Americas. I particularly enjoyed exploring its beautiful interior and 14 chapels. The accompanying audio guide was very informative and complemented Leo's explanations. Another fascinating stop was the ruins of Hospital San Nicolás de Bari, the first hospital built in the Americas. I also thoroughly enjoyed visiting the Centro Cultural Taíno Casa del Cordón, which was definitely one of the highlights of the tour. Learning about the lives and culture of the indigenous Taíno people more than 500 years ago was truly eye-opening. We also walked past the historic Alcázar de Colón and explored the charming streets and landmarks of the Colonial Zone. Along the way, I enjoyed sampling the local Presidente beer and the traditional Dominican Mamajuana drink, which added a fun cultural touch to the experience. The tour lasted approximately three hours, and by the end, I felt I had gained an excellent understanding of both the history of the Dominican Republic and the layout of Santo Domingo's Colonial Zone. Leo was an outstanding guide - friendly, engaging, patient, and incredibly knowledgeable. His enthusiasm and detailed explanations made the experience both educational and enjoyable. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Santo Domingo, especially those interested in history, culture, and experiencing the Colonial Zone with an excellent local guide.
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Ken L
29 October 2026
Great Experience in Santo Domingo
Willy was very organized and knowledgeable. The tour itself was very good as we got to see many key locations in Santo Domingo. Thanks Willy!
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Annabel M
28 October 2026
Santo Domingo Specialty coffee and beer walking tour.
Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and was very informative. Enjoyed learning about the history of Santo Domingo. Had no idea how significant Santo Domingo was to the Spanish colonizers. The museums, especially leaning about the Tainos was my favorite part, aside from seeing the beauty of Santo Domingo.
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RAVEL U
28 October 2026
Great experience. Great treaty service, very friendly staff.
The best tour of my Sunday!
Héctor was not only my guide, but he became my local friend. His knowledge is key to enjoying every moment of the tour in every sense. Also, he offered to look for the best spots for my insta. At every moment he made the tour a great experience. The tastings were simply the best. He made me feel like just another local. I highly recommend it! (Also, he is a polyglot and that is a super plus). It has been a super complete tour, worth every penny! --------------
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Caitlyn C
15 October 2026
My honest review
I thoroughly enjoyed this excursion. It was informative and Willy was the best tour guide. The food was good and it A lot of walking so make sure you stay hydrated. People will try to sell things to you but just say “No Thank You”. My only negative is that the drop off process took forever. When they picked us up, it was only my hotel and 2 other hotels which were in the vicinity. Going home we dropped off multiple families and DIFFERENT hotels so we got home an hour later than the excursion. It is a 3 hour drive there and back so after a long day when you just want to get to your hotel and shower, you definitely have to exercise patience.
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Jessica I
7 October 2026
totally recommend
the tour was great, full itinerary for a short period in santo domingo. My only suggestion would be to add free time even if its 30min to an hour. it would have been nice to sit at one of the restaurants on the plaza for a quick drink. overall our tour Joseph and driver Jairo were great, informative and patient with my partners family who was visiting for the first time. Totally recommend this tour
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CGHLee
24 September 2026
Santo Domingo tour with cenotes
Had a great time with Xcape Tours. Pick up and transfers were easy. Our guide Willy and our driver were so lovely and attentive throughout
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Trail42311360047
22 September 2026
Awesome experience!
Awesome experience! The price is very reasonable, and the trip was long enough to get a good experience of Santo Domingo. Staff was also very friendly and helpful. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and professional. Highly recommended.
