There are many sides to the delightful Dominican Republic, but nothing takes you off the tourist trail and into sheer opulence quite like this trip. With accommodation that beggars belief, you will be immersed in luxury from start to finish.
Explore the vibrant capital city of the Dominican Republic as your expert local guide brings the streets of Santo Domingo to life for you. Not that he needs much help! With merengue pumping out of stores on street corners and a friendly buzz everywhere you go, it is easy to get swept up in the Santo Domingo way of life. In the evening, retire to the immaculately appointed Hodelpa Nicolas De Ovando, a UNESCO world heritage building turned 5-star hotel. Decorated with such precision and packed with incredible amenities, you will feel like you are living in a palace.
The second half of this trip is located in the sleepy Samana peninsula on the Atlantic coast. With its focus purely on relaxation, your boutique hotel is nestled in stunning gardens in the wild and untouched Las Terrenas. Using this luxurious beachside getaway as your base, you will head into the lush interior of the Dominican Republic to spend a day exploring the phenomenal Los Haitises National Park. Filled with a kaleidoscope of colourful birdlife and thick, rich vegetation, the park is not only visually stunning, but also showcases the history of the prehispanic inhabitants, depicted in ancient pictographs and petroglyphs strewn across numerous caves and shelters. Then it is back to Samana to enjoy your hidden paradise, the white-powder beaches, lapped by gentle turquoise waters, backed by wild verdant jungle. Combine this true paradise with your luxurious accommodation and you have a week you will never forget.