Itinerary
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Day 1
Punta Cana Punta Cana is a municipal district in La Altagracia, the easternmost province of the Dominican Republic. Despite the area being fairly deserted, the proximity of Punta Cana to other major resort areas such as Bávaro and Uvero Alto, in addition to its many white sand beaches, and 12 professional golf courses, it remains one of the top destinations in the Caribbean. Upon confirmation of your trip, you will be sent a package with details of your trip. Enjoy a private airport transfer with an English speaking professional driver. Facilities at the Bavaro Beach All Inclusive Resort include: - Adult and children’s pool Babysitter (on request), - Beauty center services (hairdresser, massage) - Bicycle rental -10 Bars - Car rental - Casino open 24 hours - Children’s daycare - Currency exchange - 2 Dance clubs - Complimentary transfers between 6 Bavaro resorts on Punta Cana - Fitness Center - Gym - Handicapped accessible - Laundry service - Medical services - Religious services on Saturdays and Sundays - Shopping center in the area - Souvenir shop (Plaza Dominicana) - 3 Theatres - Internet Center - 14 restaurants & grills - San Salvador Chapel - Show saloon "Tropicalissimo" - Club Arlito - Slot Machines. Have a pre dinner cocktail at any of the 3 on site bars and take your pick between the buffet restaurant, a restaurant featuring delicious Mexican dishes and a Steak House restaurant. On the island of Hispaniola, the four-star all inclusive Barceló Bávaro Beach hotel boasts an exclusive locale on Bavaro Beach, 3 kilometers of fine, white sands in the Punta Cana region on the east coast on the glittering Caribbean Sea of the Dominican Republic. The hotel is only 20 kilometers from Punta Cana International Airport, and is part of an exclusive 6-hotel resort complex, the only one of its kind in the area. In addition to the extensive facilities found in this hotel, guests are welcome to enjoy services and amenities in the Barceló Bávaro Caribe, Family Deluxe and Casino hotels using complimentary transportation provided by the resort. Overnight at Barcelo Bavaro Beach (4*). |
 Punta Cana |
 Fitness Center at Resort |
 Barcelo Bavaro Beach |
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Day 2
Punta Cana The All Inclusive Bavaro resort allows you complimentary access to all facilities in the complex (6 Barcelo resorts) except those of the Barceló Bávaro Palace - Access to the 2 discos, including drinks (International drinks NOT included) - Breakfast, lunch and dinner at a total of 8 restaurants in the complex. The remaining 6 can be visited at an extra charge - Day and nightime entertainment programs for adults and children - Free transportation between the 6 hotels on the Bavaro Express - Free use of beach towels and lounge chairs at the pool and beach area - Free use of safety deposit box in room - Local beverages (refreshments, house wine, beers, liquors, mixed drinks and hot drinks) in the complex’s 13 bars and free mini bar in each room (International drinks NOT included) - Snacks at poolside bars in the 4 hotels of the same category - Taxes and gratuities at the resort - Theatre for day and nighttime leisure activities - Free admission to the Tropicalissimo Show. Exclusions: International drinks within the resort are not included. Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel. Take advantage of the wide selection of (11) restaurants at the Bavaro 6 complex and choose a different locale each evening. There are 6 Buffet Restaurants, 5 a la carte Restaurants specializing in Dominican cooking, front line of the beach, a grill & barbecue on the beach, a Steak House on the beach, a Mexican focused restaurant, and an Italian style restaurant. There are also 2 Gourmet Restaurants (which would incur additional charges, featuring fine French cooking and delicious Spanish cuisine. Overnight at Barcelo Bavaro Beach (4*). |
 Pool at Resort |
 Restaurant at Resort |
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Day 3
Punta Cana Enjoy any number of optional land based activities during your stay in Punta Cana on either a private or a shared basis. Options include: an excursion to Santo Domingo - the oldest city of the Americas for some culture and shopping, an exhilarating tour taking in a 20m rope descent to a cavern to see stalactites and stalagmites before a horseback ride through the humid forests of the Haitises National Park, a jeep safari onboard a 4x4 and learn about the lifestyle and traditions of the island, a complete full day tour taking in pristine beaches, exotic tropical rainforests, roaring rivers and mountain peaks, a tour discovering the fascinating landscape on ATV's, a panoramic helicopter tour (different lengths of tours available), an excursion to Manati Park where you can see surprising shows and exotic animals and birds as well as swim with dolphins, a full day tour of the island taking in a cocoa and coffee plantation visit, and a visit to a cock-pit followed by a lunch of regional dishes and an afternoon horseback ride or some time to relax on a beach, or consider a fun day ziplining - a great adventure for all the family - as you have the incomparable sensation of flying across the trees while enjoying the spectacular sight of the Rio Chavon. Lastly, consider a tour to the seaquarium where you can explore the underwater world without getting your hair wet! Please speak to your Sales Advisor if you are interested in any of these tours. Avail of any of the following complimentary activities available at Bavaro beach; 6 day and night-time tennis courts - Aerobics - Badminton - Baseball - Basketball - Card games - Darts - Fitness center - French bowling - Kayaks (canoes) - Mini-golf (18 holes) - Pedal boats in the sea - Sailing with Sunfish or Aquafin sailboats - Snorkeling equipment - Soccer - Table tennis - Volleyball - Water polo - Windsurfing (standard boards). Overnight at Barcelo Bavaro Beach (4*). |
 Catedral Primada in Santo Domingo |
 Windsurfing |
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Day 4
Punta Cana You could quite happily fill your days sunbathing on the beach and availing of the many complimentary activities available at the resort, but if you would like to be more adventurous, consider any of the following optional activities (all are at an additional cost)- a Banana boat ride, a sail on a Catamaran boat, deep sea fishing, diving, windsurfing on F2 windsurf boards(with North Sails), flying Scott sailboats, Water skiing, Golf, enjoying a Glass-bottomed boat tour or taking lessons on motorized water sports vehicles. Please speak to your Sales Advisor if you are interested in any of these optional tours. Overnight at Barcelo Bavaro Beach (4*). |
 Activities at the Resort |
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Day 5
Punta Cana Avail of any of the many water based activities available from Punta Cana. Consider a full day tour to the city of artists (Altos de Chavon), an exact replica of a charming 16th century medieval village. Then take a speed boat across the turquoise waters to a natural swimming pool before returning on a catamaran. Alternatively, consider a complete day sailing - upon arrival at Catalina island, you can enjoy swimming and snorkeling in the crystal waters before enjoying a lobster lunch. Another option is a half day tour on the water - James Bond style - where you can enjoy the adrenaline as you speed through the water and enjoy some snorkeling, go deep sea fishing, parasailing, rafting, diving or a trip to Dolphin island where you can have an unforgettable experience swimming with dolphins. Please speak to your Sales Advisor if you are interested in any of these tours. Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel. Overnight at Barcelo Bavaro Beach (4*). |
 Snorkeling |
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Day 6
Punta Cana Enjoy a private airport transfer with an English speaking professional driver. Kensington Tours donates a portion of proceeds to our charitable initiative www.kensingtoncares.com which supports education-based initiatives in disadvantaged communities. Please note that the hotel star rating is provided by the Barcelo chain of hotels who take numerous elements and facilities into consideration before allocating a star rating to each property. Horizon accepts no responsibility for any potential disagreement in the star allocation of hotels. Depart from International Airport. End of itinerary. Overnight at Depart (Int`l Airport) (standard). |
 Kensington Cares |
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Trip Includes
Guaranteed departure – Accommodation, Activities, Transfers, Meals, Fees where indicated as per the itinerary - Local and international traveler assistance during your tour - Specialised and personalised services
Trip Excludes
Tips - Laundry - Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages unless explicitly noted - Optional activities/extras – Visas (unless noted) - Vacation insurance
Trip Terms & Conditions
- Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price, minimum $250). The balance is due 90 days prior to departure. We accept payment via credit card, certified check, wire transfer or money order.
- Tour quotes do not include airfare to/from the trip start point unless noted on the itinerary
- Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client.
- Availability cannot be guaranteed until booked. We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 90 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes.
- Cancellations of confirmed bookings 90 days or more prior to departure will receive full refund minus a $350 (per person) administrative fee and any non-refundable paid fees (e.g. non-refundable airfare, cruise or hotel deposits). 60-89 days will be subject to loss of deposit. 30-59 days will be subject to loss of 50% of program price. 29 days or less will be subject to 100% of program price.
- Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out at www.kensingtontours.com/terms-and-conditions
- Living Standards and practices at destination may differ from those in North America with respect to provisions of utilities, services and accommodation.
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