10 days in Punta Cana Itinerary

In an area boasting beaches that face both the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, vacations in Punta Cana have been popular with tourists since the early 1970s.

Venture out of the city with trips to Altos de Chavon (in La Romana) and Nature & Wildlife Tours (in Bayahibe). Spend the 4th (Fri) spotting exotic species with a safari tour. Spend a day of island exploring on the 11th (Fri) at Saona Island. There's much more to do: get close to the beloved marine mammals with a swim-with-the-dolphins experience, explore the activities along Hoyo Azul, enjoy the sand and surf at Juanillo Beach, and indulge in some personalized pampering at Ocean Adventures Punta Cana.

To find ratings, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Punta Cana day trip planner.

Sacramento, USA to Punta Cana is an approximately 12.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Pacific Standard Time to Atlantic Standard Time, which is usually a 4 hour difference. Traveling from Sacramento in June, expect a bit warmer with lows of 76°F in Punta Cana. You will have some time to spend on the 12th (Sat) before leaving for home.