Private tour in Puerto plata Francisco J

Half Day Puerto Plata City Tour with Isabel the torres nacional , park

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Francisco J.

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Hi! I'm a 34 year old Tour Guide, born on October 10, 1988 in the city of Santiago, Dominican Republic. I live in a mountainous town with magnificent vegetation, the municipality of Imbert, Puerto Plata. I speak English and Spanish, and I'm an outgoing, respectful, responsible and fun person. The person who motivated me to dedicate myself to being a guide was Rafael Morales, my uncle, who was a guide before, and an important pillar in my life because he helped me become a professional guide. This allowed me to be interested and fall in love with the beautiful history and rich culture of my country. Today I have the ability to meet different people at both an International and National level, which makes me feel proud to develop my knowledge about guiding in my country. Through my experiences, travelers will have the opportunity to live an exciting and informative adventure. Tourist Guide Certificate from the Ministry of Tourism Guide License nº 038-0018740-7 English Course, Puerto Plata English School Receptionist for Rio Hotel Puerto Plata

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Overview of your Puerto Plata tour

Going up lsabel de torres Nacional park from the city of Puerto Plata You gotte do on your visit to the Dominican Republic. During this tour, you will enjoy wonderful views of the city, the sea and the mountains. I live in a mountainous town myself so you can trust to be in good hands with me here! We will also enjoy a visit to the Ambar Museum, where you will learn about the history of Ambar and Larimar. If you are a history lover, I invite you not to miss out on exploring the San Felipe Fortress Museum as well! We'll dive into more history & culture visiting Independencia Park to learn about the architectural style of the picturesque houses and its pertaining religion. If you're more of a foodie, this experience will be very instructive as well, since on another place and finishing touches of Chocolate and Coffee at The Rincon del Café & Chocolate, Umbrella Street. Of course at every point of our tour you will have the opportunity to take photos at will.

Recent Reviews

Lori C.United States
June 2026

Our private tour in the Dominican Republic was one of the highlights of our trip! Francisco was absolutely amazing—knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about sharing the beauty and culture of his country. We experienced everything from the city to the mountains and learned so much about the history of the Dominican Republic along the way. The scenery was breathtaking, and everywhere we went, we were welcomed by kind and warm people. What made the experience truly special was Francisco himself. By the end of the day, he felt more like a friend than a tour guide, and we were genuinely sad to say goodbye. We have not stopped talking about this excursion since returning home. It exceeded all of our expectations. A special thank you also to Raul, our fantastic van driver. He was professional, friendly, and helped make the day comfortable and enjoyable from start to finish. One of the moments that meant the most to our family was when Francisco took the time to practice conversational Spanish with my son, who is taking college-level Spanish while still in high school. His patience, encouragement, and genuine interest made the experience even more memorable. We highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the Dominican Republic. Thank you, Francisco and Raul, for an unforgettable experience!

Rebekah S.United States
June 2026

I am going to start by saying I read all the reviews before we booked with Francisco. The reviews all seemed okay so I booked. I will NEVER regret the booking. He is 100% worth every penny it cost. He is knowledgeable, kind, considerate, smart and funny. He answered every question my family had, and boy did we have a lot of them. He moved at our pace but was still able to include so much. He truly cares about his country and helping visitors understand what makes his country special. I think another important thing that shows his character is that all along our tour, he was greeted by many people by name with smiles, hugs, and handshakes. Our driver Raul was also amazing. If you can get this combination, you will be blessed. I would book any tour I could get with these gentlemen. It rained a lot the day we were in port, but if you ask any member of my family, our tour with Francisco and Raul was our favorite. Spend the money and book the private tour. You will not be disappointed. We look forward to our next tour with this dynamic duo.

Edmond P.United States
January 2026

Francisco was a great tour guide. He was very knowledgeable about his beautiful country. He took us into the countryside where we explored the national park as well as a park where the statue of Christ was. Then we toured the city of Puerto Plata. He was very informative funny and overall we would highly recommend him to anyone. Our driver Raul was also very courteous and a great driver to boot.

Kathryn A.United States
January 2026

Francisco did a great job. We got to see every thing we wanted to. He gave us so much information ( not to much) and made our time so fun. I would recommend this tour!

Denise P.United States
January 2026

Francisco was amazing. He knows alot about his country and especially the flowers, plants and trees. He showed us some amazing sights. He made sure we got some great pics. And he even made some adjustments to tour at end duento our timeliness. I highly recommend taking the time to go up the mountain and see the views with him.

Suzanne D.United States
December 2025

Francisco was an amazing tour guide. He knew lots of history and had great stories. His company was very enjoyable. The stops on the tour wer e great. We especially loved Mont Isabel de Torres, great views, and the Macorix House of Rum. I highly recommend this tour. Having a driver was so easy and we got to see so much on a very busy day. And we all loved getting to meet Francisco. Thank you!!

Your Puerto Plata tour itinerary

-The tour will start with us meeting at your hotel or port, either the Amber cove or the Puerto Taino Bay, from where we'll drive to our first stop, Isabel Mountain. -We'll then take a minivan to get us up to the mountain top, where you'll see a replica of Christ the Redeemer welcoming you. -Upon reaching the top we'll have the chance to take a pleasant walk in the Botanical Garden. -After an approximately 20 minutes drive, we will get to the Amber Museum, where our country's most precious Larimar stones are displayed. -Then we will walk to Umbrella Street and visit El Rincon del Café & Chocolate, where you'll learn of the process that takes place to produce both. -Next, we will walk by the Pink alley to learn the history of Doña Blanca. -Later, we will walk to the Independence Park. -Afterwards, we will go to the San Felipe Fortress Museum. -Finally, we will return to the port or to your hotel. This itinerary could be customized upon request.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan

Hyundai H1 Starex,12 Passenger capacity.

What's included
Other: Coca-Cola (soda), Brugal Rum, Bottled Waters & Plantain Chips.
Private Guide
Tickets: Mountain ticket and san felipe fortres
Private Transportation With Driver
What's not included
Other: Jewelery, Amber & Larimar Stone & T.Shirt. Chocolate and Coffee Package.
Food Drinks Snacks
Private Transportation
Tastings
Equipment
Public Transportation
Classes Workshop
Accommodation
Meeting location

Puerto Plata, Puerto Plata Province, 57000, Dominican Republic

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: amber cove or taino bay puerto plata domnican rep.

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
History
Art And Culture
Architecture
Food And Drink
City Highlights
Tour reference number
1177526
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

5.0

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This private tour in Puerto Plata is perfect for travellers who are interested in exploring historical and cultural landmarks while enjoying panoramic views. It's also ideal for those who want to connect with a local guide, Francisco J., for deeper insights into the area. The tour is kid-friendly and wheelchair accessible, making it suitable for families and travellers with mobility concerns.

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