CRAFTSMANSHIP · CULTURE · PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION
Dominican Republic
Cigar Tour & Rum Tour
Go beyond the beach and step inside two traditions that have helped shape the Dominican Republic’s identity. See the stories, skill and patience behind aged Dominican rum and hand-rolled cigars—while your private driver handles the road.
Choose the rum experience, the cigar experience or combine both. Availability and pricing are confirmed before reservation.
TASTE
Dominican
TRADITION
EXPERIENCE
Rum, cigars or both
TRANSPORTATION
Private for your party
PICKUP
Santo Domingo & beyond
PRICING
Custom written quote
A CLOSER LOOK
See the Skill Behind
the Tradition
This is more than a shopping stop. It is a behind-the-scenes look at how time, climate, raw materials and practiced hands transform Dominican traditions into products celebrated around the world.
SAN PEDRO DE MACORÍS
Ron Barceló
Rum Tour
Learn how Dominican rum moves from sugarcane origins through fermentation, distillation, barrel aging and blending. Guided interpretation reveals how production decisions influence aroma, color and character.
- Choose the factory tour or a factory-and-tasting experience
- Curated tasting for eligible guests when selected
- Time to browse the gift shop for optional purchases
Your selection determines the admission price and duration.
LA ROMANA
Tabacalera de García
Cigar Factory Tour
Follow premium tobacco through preparation, selection, bunching, rolling, quality control and packing. Watching experienced artisans work brings new meaning to the phrase “hand-rolled.”
- Factory-operated options vary in length and depth
- Production areas depend on the confirmed experience
- For guests age 18 and older
Valid identification may be required. Dress and entry requirements apply.
DESIGNED AROUND YOUR DAY
Choose the Experience
That Fits Your Day
Choose rum, cigars or both. We plan the route, pickup and private vehicle around your party.
SIGNATURE CHOICE
Rum & Cigar Combination
The fullest look at Dominican craftsmanship. Explore rum-making in San Pedro de Macorís, then see skilled cigar artisans at work in La Romana.
REQUEST THIS EXPERIENCE ↗FOCUSED VISIT
Rum Experience Only
Ideal for guests drawn to Dominican distilling, barrel aging and tasting—or anyone seeking a focused cultural experience.
REQUEST THIS EXPERIENCE ↗FOR ENTHUSIASTS
Cigar Experience Only
Watch skilled artisans at work and discover how carefully selected tobacco leaves become finished premium cigars.
REQUEST THIS EXPERIENCE ↗WHY SANTO DOMINGO TAXI
The Craft Is Complex.
Your Day Should Feel Easy.
We coordinate private transportation around your group, pickup location and selected factory visits, giving you a comfortable way to explore without arranging multiple transfers on your own.
PLAN YOUR PRIVATE DAYPrivate transportation
Reserved for your party—not a shared sightseeing bus.
One point of contact
Clear assistance for timing, transportation and requested factory visits.
Flexible itinerary
Request one factory or combine both, subject to availability.
Details in writing
Review transportation, admission choices and current costs before booking.
SANTO DOMINGO, PUNTA CANA & BEYOND
Private Pickup,
Planned Around You.
The factory visits can fit comfortably into a half day from nearby areas, while total door-to-door duration depends on where your group begins and ends.
Send your pickup location, preferred date, group size and whether you want rum, cigars or both. We will coordinate the most practical route and provide a clear quote.
REQUEST AVAILABILITYA QUOTE MADE FOR YOUR GROUP
Clear Pricing.
No One-Size-Fits-All Day.
Your total is based on pickup and drop-off locations, passenger count, vehicle, selected factories, admissions and approved add-ons.
- Rum factory, cigar factory or both
- Factory-operated admission option for each guest
- Any approved route changes or additional stops
Factory experiences, options and prices may change. Current transportation and admission costs are provided in writing before you confirm.
IMPORTANT GUEST INFORMATION
Know Before
You Go.
Santo Domingo Taxi provides private ground transportation and itinerary coordination. The factories control their tours, schedules, admissions, guides and onsite rules.
Independent factory experiences
A requested factory, time or experience is not guaranteed until availability is confirmed. Onsite experiences may include other ticketed guests unless a private arrangement is specifically confirmed.
Age, identification and adult products
The cigar factory is for guests age 18 and older, and valid identification or a passport may be required. Alcohol tasting is limited to guests who meet applicable legal-age and factory requirements. Participation is voluntary.
Dress and personal items
For the cigar factory, plan to wear a shirt, long pants and closed-toe shoes. Jewelry may need to be removed or secured outside certain production areas. Requirements may change.
Photography and production access
Photography, video and access to individual production areas may be restricted. Production activity varies, so no specific artisan, process or stage is guaranteed.
Mobility, health and accessibility
Visits may involve walking, standing, stairs, strong aromas, warm production areas or uneven surfaces. Tell us about mobility needs, allergies or smoke sensitivity before confirmation.
Transportation, booking and cancellation
Travel times are estimates. Your booking is confirmed only after availability, itinerary, total price, payment arrangements and applicable cancellation terms are accepted in writing.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Questions Before
You Choose.
Can I take a rum tour and cigar factory tour from Santo Domingo?
Yes. Private pickup can be arranged from Santo Domingo. Total duration includes the factory experiences, round-trip travel and transportation between stops.
Can I arrange pickup from Punta Cana or another destination?
Pickup may be arranged from many hotels, resorts, villas, vacation rentals, residences and airports throughout the Dominican Republic. Price depends on route, date, group and vehicle.
Can I visit only one factory?
Yes. We can plan transportation for the rum factory, cigar factory or both, subject to venue availability.
Is this a private tour?
Your ground transportation is private. The onsite factory experience may include other ticketed visitors unless a private factory arrangement is confirmed.
How long does the tour take?
Duration depends on pickup location, traffic, selected experiences and approved stops. A practical door-to-door estimate is included with your quote.
How much does the Rum & Cigar Tour cost?
The total combines private transportation with selected factory admissions. Request an exact written quote for your group.
Are children allowed?
The combined experience is designed primarily for adults because the cigar factory requires guests to be at least 18. Current rules for a selected rum experience must be confirmed.
Can we purchase rum and cigars?
Gift-shop purchases may be available. Travelers are responsible for airline, customs, import, duty and destination-country restrictions.
Are tastings included?
Rum tasting depends on the selected factory option and is limited to eligible guests. Cigar smoking or sampling is not included unless the factory states otherwise.
Does submitting a request confirm the tour?
No. It begins the availability and quotation process. Nothing is confirmed until the itinerary, transportation, admissions, total price and terms are accepted in writing.
A DIFFERENT SIDE OF THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
See the Skill Behind
the Tradition.
Tell us where your day begins and whether rum, cigars or both capture your interest. We will review the route, factory availability and current options, then send a clear quote designed around your group.
Availability and pricing are reviewed before confirmation. Submitting a request does not create a reservation.