Step inside a hand-built 16th-century-style Mediterranean village perched above the Rio Chavón gorge, guided by a local art historian in a private session. Bucket-list for design and culture lovers.
What to expect
Your guide meets you at the cobblestone entrance and leads you through workshops where local artisans craft ceramics and jewelry using traditional techniques — you can try your hand at the wheel. The archaeological museum houses one of the finest pre-Columbian Taíno collections in the Caribbean. Standing on the amphitheatre stage overlooking the dramatic river gorge is the defining photo of the day. The tour concludes with a tasting of Dominican cacao and rum at the village's acclaimed La Piazzetta terrace.
Good to know
Altos de Chavón is a 10-minute transfer from La Romana port — the resort can arrange a private air-conditioned vehicle. Tour runs approximately 3 hours, leaving ample time before all-aboard. Pre-book directly via the Casa de Campo experiences desk; private slots fill quickly on port days.