Punta Cana Vacation Itinerary


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Use these expert-curated 5-day itineraries to explore this Caribbean gem—and easily book your flights, hotels, rides and activities all in one place.

Plus, you can elevate your Delta Vacations getaway with any of the tours or activities bolded below, bookable in "Extras" before checkout.

 

DAY 1: Welcome to Punta Cana


Aerial view of palm tree lined beach with turquoise waters during sunrise in Punta Cana. Aerial view of palm tree lined beach with turquoise waters during sunrise in Punta Cana.

ARRIVE: 

  • Fly into PUJ and hop in a private transfer to your resort
  • Use the e-Guide link in your travel documents for a seamless airport arrival experience

STAY: 

AFTERNOON:

  • Plunge into a pulsating pool or beach party, take a dance class, or paint your own souvenir with a cool drink in hand.

EVENING:

  • Cheers to your vacation by sipping a cocktail at the One-Eyed Cat Martini Bar or Gabriella’s Lobby Bar
 

DAY 2: Island Day


Aerial view of Saona Island with a catamaran and turquoise blue waters. Aerial view of Saona Island with a catamaran and turquoise blue waters.

MORNING / AFTERNOON: 

  • Book your private catamaran to Saona Island, where you’ll swim in crystal-clear turquoise waters, relax on powdery white sands, and spot starfish in natural swimming pools

EVENING:

  • Return to the resort for a quiet dinner or karaoke/disco night (if you’re up for it!)
 

DAY 3: Buggies and Boats


Couple in a 4x4 Jungle Buggie with goggles and helmets. Couple in a 4x4 Jungle Buggie with goggles and helmets.

MORNING:

  • Go on a 4x4 Jungle Buggie Adventure through the Anamuya Mountains

AFTERNOON:

  • Visit Marina Cap Cana to walk the docks, browse the shops and enjoy a drink by the water

EVENING:

  • Relax at the resort or enjoy a hydrotherapy journey at The Larimar Spa
 

DAY 4: Culture and Cuisine


Colonial-era historic building Columbus Lighthouse in the Dominican Republic. Colonial-era historic building Columbus Lighthouse in the Dominican Republic.

MORNING / AFTERNOON: 

  • Take a day trip to Santo Domingo to explore the Colonial Zone, see the Columbus Lighthouse, and learn about the Dominican Republic’s rich history

EVENING: 

  • Return to the resort for dinner at The Blind Butcher, offering a four-course, South American-inspired journey
 

DAY 5: Farewell, Punta Cana


Aerial view of a palm-lined beach and turquoise ocean waters during sunset in Punta Cana. Aerial view of a palm-lined beach and turquoise ocean waters during sunset in Punta Cana.

MORNING:

  • Enjoy a couples massage at The Larimar Spa

AFTERNOON:

  • Take a final stroll along the beach
  • Hop in a private transfer to head back to the airport
 

DAY 1: Arrival In Paradise


Woman sitting in stone ampitheater surrounded by lush gardens in the Dominican Republic. Woman sitting in stone ampitheater surrounded by lush gardens in the Dominican Republic.

ARRIVE:

  • Fly into PUJ and hop in a private transfer to your resort

STAY: 

AFTERNOON:

  • Rent a golf cart and drive through the 16th-century Mediterranean-style village of Altos de Chavón, where you can visit artisan shops while enjoying scenic views

EVENING:

  • Enjoy a relaxed dinner at Onno’s Restaurant
 

DAY 2: Island Day


Boat anchored along a white sand beach with turquoise water and palm trees. Boat anchored along a white sand beach with turquoise water and palm trees.

MORNING / AFTERNOON: 

  • Take a day trip to Saona Island, where you’ll swim in crystal-clear turquoise waters, relax on powdery white sands, and spot starfish in natural swimming pools

AFTERNOON:

  • Unwind with a casual dinner at the resort
 

DAY 3: Mountains to Marina


Traveler ziplining through lush green jungles in Punta Cana. Traveler ziplining through lush green jungles in Punta Cana.

MORNING:

  • Pump your adrenaline as you soar through the mountains on a Zip Line Adventure

AFTERNOON:

  • Visit the Casa de Campo Marina to explore the shops and see the boats in action

EVENING:

  • Relax with a movie at the Marina’s theater
 

DAY 4: Golf and Gallop


Aerial view of gold course with lush green golf courses with turquoise blue waters. Aerial view of gold course with lush green golf courses with turquoise blue waters.

MORNING:

  • Visit the Casa de Campo Golf Learning Center for lessons using Trackman and BODITRAK technology

AFTERNOON:

  • Enjoy a horseback trail ride, polo lesson or donkey polo at Casa de Campo’s Equestrian Center

EVENING:

  • Enjoy some BBQ and night golf at Teeth of the Dog
 

DAY 5: Adios, Punta Cana


Aerial view of Punta Cana coastline at sunset with boats anchored offshore. Aerial view of Punta Cana coastline at sunset with boats anchored offshore.

MORNING:

  • Visit Lago Restaurant for breakfast, before one last beach stroll

AFTERNOON:

  • Hop in a private transfer to head back to the airport

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Delta Vacations - Curated Itinerary Terms

  • Curated itinerary may include publicly available landmarks and/or destinations, activities that are administered by third parties that have no affiliation with DLV, and activities that require reservations through a third party. 
  • Recommendations in bold are administered by third parties with whom DLV partners to offer vacation packages, and are subject to applicable terms and conditions when booked through DLV as part of a vacation package.
  • Curated itinerary is for demonstration purposes only.
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