10 days in Dominican Republic: itinerary
A realistic 10-day route through Dominican Republic with sensible stop lengths, travel days and costs.
6 min read · Updated 2026-08-01
Colonial capital, whales and waterfalls.
The route
- Days 1–3: Santo Domingo
- Days 4–6: Samaná Peninsula
- Days 7–9: Jarabacoa & the Cordillera Central
Why this order works
It keeps transfers short and ends near a major airport. Resort transfers cover most Punta Cana trips and are usually pre-booked with the hotel
What it costs
At mid-range pace, an estimated $1,300 per person on the ground, excluding flights.
When to run it
Best months: December, January, February, March, April.
Recommended destinations
Where to go in Dominican Republic
Punta Cana & Bávaro
The country's resort capital — long east-coast beaches and the main international airport.
Explore Punta Cana & Bávaro
Santo Domingo
The capital, with the Zona Colonial — the oldest permanent European-founded city in the Americas.
Explore Santo Domingo
Samaná Peninsula
Green peninsula of quieter beaches, waterfalls and the winter humpback whale season.
Explore Samaná Peninsula
Puerto Plata & Cabarete
North Atlantic coast: cable car, Victorian-era town and the country's kite- and windsurfing hub.
Explore Puerto Plata & CabareteRelated guides
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