About This Tour
Indulge your senses in the sweetest and most flavorful tour in Puerto Plata! The Rum and Chocolate Route is a cultural and gastronomic experience that takes you behind the scenes of the Dominican Republic's most famous exports. First, visit a local artisanal chocolate factory where you will discover the journey of the cacao bean from the pod to the delicious bars we all love, with plenty of organic chocolate tastings along the way. Next, head to a renowned local rum distillery. Learn about the distillation process, the history of rum in the Caribbean, and enjoy a guided tasting of various aged and flavored rums. This is the perfect half-day tour for foodies, culture lovers, and anyone looking to bring home the best authentic souvenirs!
✅ What's Included
- Round-trip transportation
- Professional local guide
- Entrance to the Chocolate Factory with tasting
- Entrance to the Rum Distillery with tasting
- Bottled water
❌ Not Included
- Round-trip transportation
- Professional local guide
- Entrance to the Chocolate Factory with tasting
- Entrance to the Rum Distillery with tasting
- Bottled water
Itinerary
1
Title: Hotel Pickup
We pick you up from your hotel in comfortable, air-conditioned transport to start our delicious cultural route.
2
Title: Chocolate Factory Tour
Visit a local chocolate factory to learn about organic cacao harvesting, the roasting process, and enjoy a sweet tasting session of different chocolate varieties.
3
Title: Rum Distillery Experience
Discover the history and process of rum-making, followed by a premium tasting of local Dominican rums, from classic aged varieties to tropical flavors.
4
Title: Shopping & Souvenirs
Take some time to purchase your favorite chocolates and rums directly from the source at great prices to take a piece of the Dominican Republic home with you.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the tour is family-friendly! Children will love learning about and tasting the chocolate. However, the rum tasting is strictly reserved for adults 18 and older.
Absolutely! Both locations have excellent gift shops where you can purchase their products, often at better prices than in standard supermarkets or the airport.
No, this is a very relaxed tour with minimal walking. The facilities are easily accessible and mostly involve standing or walking short distances indoors.
