Punta Cana Domincan Republic 7 Day Itinerary

7-Day Itinerary for Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Day 1: Arrival & Relax at the Beach

  • Arrival: Juan Santo Domingo International Airport (SDQ) is the closest airport. Transfer to your hotel in Punta Cana.
  • Accommodation: Stay at a beachfront resort like Dreams Palm Beach, Secrets Royal Beach or Grand Puntacana Resort & Club.
  • Lunch: Enjoy a traditional Dominican meal at your resort’s restaurant.
  • Afternoon: Relax on Bavaro Beach or Punta Cana Beach and soak up the sun.
  • Dinner: Dine at your resort or explore local cuisine at Ole Ole, a popular eatery in Punta Cana.

Day 2: Explore Scape Park

  • Morning: Visit Scape Park for Hoyo Azul, a stunning natural pool, and the 27 charcoals where Taino ceremonies were held.
  • Lunch: Have lunch at Manati restaurant within Scape Park.
  • Afternoon: Visit Haitnes Ancestral Indigenous Village to learn about the Taino culture.
  • Evening: Return to your resort and relax or enjoy evening entertainment at the hotel.
  • Dinner: Dine at your resort or try the seafood at BlueMarlin Puntacana.

Day 3: Visit Punta Cana Ecological Reserve & Saona Island

  • Morning: Embark on a catamaran tour to Saona Island, visiting the Punta Cana Ecological Reserve along the way.
  • Lunch: Lunch is usually included in the catamaran tour.
  • Afternoon: Enjoy beach time on Saona Island and explore its crystal-clear waters.
  • Evening: Return to your hotel and relax or enjoy more resort amenities.
  • Dinner: Dine at your resort or try out a new restaurant in Punta Cana.

Day 4: Golfing, Spa & Leisure

  • Morning: Play golf at one of the world-class courses in Punta Cana like Puntacana Resort & Club or La Cana Golf Course.
  • Lunch: Lunch at your golf course or return to your hotel for a leisurely meal.
  • Afternoon: Visit the spa at your resort for a relaxing massage or treatment.
  • Evening: Enjoy a romantic dinner at your resort or at one of Punta Cana’s upscale restaurants like Azafrán.

Day 5: Day Trip to Santo Domingo

  • Morning: Take a day trip to Santo Domingo, the capital city of the Dominican Republic. Visit Zona Colonial, the historic center with beautiful colonial architecture.
  • Lunch: Enjoy lunch at a local eatery in Santo Domingo.
  • Afternoon: Explore Alcázar de Colón, the first European home built in the Americas, and Three Cultures Park.
  • Evening: Return to Punta Cana. Dinner can be enjoyed at your resort or a local restaurant.

Day 6: Shopping & Beach Time

  • Morning: Visit BlueMall Punta Cana for shopping, or head to Plaza San Juan for a variety of stores and restaurants.
  • Lunch: Enjoy lunch at one of the many dining options in these areas.
  • Afternoon: Spend the afternoon relaxing on Uvero Alto Beach or exploring more of Bavaro or Punta Cana Beaches.
  • Evening: Have a farewell dinner at a special restaurant like Mangoes, known for its seafood paella.

Day 7: Departure

  • Morning: Spend your last hours in the Dominican Republic enjoying breakfast at your resort and packing up.
  • Lunch: Have lunch at your resort before heading to the airport.
  • Departure: Transfer to Juan Santo Domingo International Airport (SDQ) for your flight home.