Dominican Republic · CYCLING TOURS
This is the shortlist you would send a friend flying out next month: 4 cycling tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the thing to know before you commit.
Ride throttle-controlled e-bikes through Punta Cana with guides such as Katie and Katty. After practice, visit Cocotal, Playa Bibijagua, Caribbean Lake Park, and downtown, with resort pickup, small groups, local snacks, and time for shopping.
“Great time learning the culture through the sites! My wife, daughter and I had such a blast and our guide took great care of us.”
Explore Santo Domingo’s Colonial Zone by bicycle with a local guide, covering major monuments and quieter corners in about 1.5 to 2 hours. José is especially praised for clear English, humor, and honest insight into Dominican history. Bikes and bottled water are included, with electric bikes available as an option.
“Jose was an amazing tour guide who explained so much of the history of the DR in our 2 hour tour. The Zona Colonial is gorgeous and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. We splurged for the bikes, but we would have been fine with regular bikes.”
Ride an electric mountain bike from Macao Beach through farms, forest tracks, streams, and rural villages. Guides such as Wilken, Jose, and Alberto lead the route, with stops for coffee, cacao, fruit, and local conversation. Hotel pickup, bikes, helmets, fruit, and drinks are included.
“Wilkes was our guide and spoke excellent English. We used WhatsApp to communicate before the tour re: pick up timing/location, etc. Bike tour had a break mid-way where we learned and sampled local cocoa & coffee.”
Ride 7 kilometers through Santo Domingo’s Ciudad Colonial with a Spanish, English, or French-speaking guide. Expect old plazas, ruins, Caribbean views, local businesses, and tips on restaurants, dancing, and drinks. Guides include José, Jordano, Mairim, and Maryene.
“It was a perfect tour! Mairim was phenomenal!! She was smart, funny and gave an excellent history of the city and Dominican Republic. It’s a must do if you want a fun cultural tour of Santo Domingo!”
Pick a coast, a cave or a boat.
