Greeks to the Caribbean
8 days, 3 cities |
- Trip type
- Activity level
Which trip type is right for you?
Essential: Room with 3+ other travelers in conveniently located hostels. For budget-conscious extroverts who love a group moment.
Plus: Room with just one other person in 3- or 4-star hotels. Perfect for people who value privacy and recharging in their own space.
Why go?
Experience true Caribbean paradise in the Dominican Republic. Strap in for eight days of exploring, eating, dancing, and relaxing on white-sand beaches as you explore your way through your new favorite island.
What you'll get
- All transportation while on the trip (Note: flights to/from your tour’s starting/ending cities are not included, but you can add them)
- 7 nights in handpicked accommodations
- 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 2 dinners
- Expert Tour Director
- 24/7 support
- Roundtrip beach transfer
- Cayo Arena snorkeling tour
Picture yourself
- Sipping a fruity drink, gazing out at the Caribbean Sea
- Relaxing on one of the many pristine beaches in Punta Cana
- Learning to surf at one of the DR's white sandy beaches
- Snorkeling and swimming alongside new friends—the fish, of course
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Itinerary
Day 1: Fly to Santiago
Board your flight to Santiago, the second-largest city in the Dominican Republic and a tropical hotspot for Caribbean cigars and rum. You’ve got a week of adventure ahead of you. So sit back, get some rest, and start quietly chanting “DR” to the confused person next to you on the plane.
- Meet an EF representative at the airport.
- Transfer to your accommodation in Santiago and check in.
- Receive the latest schedule from your Tour Director.
- Meet your fellow travelers as they arrive.
Day 2: Tour Santiago + Welcome Dinner
Get a proper introduction to the DR with a local guide who knows the ins and outs of Santiago de los Caballeros.
Free Time Suggestion:
Centro León: Visit this modern museum filled with exhibits on local ecology, art & history. Extend your visit with a trip to the on-site garden and restaurant.
- Participate in a street art walking tour where art and urban exploration combine.
- Explore Santiago on your own.
- Enjoy a Welcome Dinner with your fellow travelers.
Customize with excursions
Enhance your experience with hand-picked optional excursions—designed to add adventure, culture, and unforgettable moments to your journey.
Weather
Flights
When you include flights with your trip, our dedicated team of experts will handle all the details, so your travel experience is as seamless as possible. Just select your dates and airport to see pricing.
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Your safety is priority #1
Our parent company EF has been ensuring the safety of travelers abroad since 1965 with:
- 24/7 global on-call support
- Highly trained Tour Directors
- Quality & safety checks on accommodations
- 50,000 EF staff on the ground in 50 countries
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