19 days in Dominican Republic, Jacksonville & South Carolina Itinerary

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Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
— 2 nights
Drive
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Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
— 1 night
Shuttle
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Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
— 4 nights
Fly
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Jacksonville, United States
— 3 nights
Drive
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Hilton Head, United States
— 2 nights
Drive
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Charleston, United States
— 3 nights
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Myrtle Beach, United States
— 3 nights
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Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic — 2 nights

On the 16th (Fri), cool off at Ocean World Adventure Park, Puerto Plata. On the 17th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: look for gifts at Estrella Avenida, then admire the sheer force of 27 Waterfalls of Damajagua, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Cofresi Beach.

For maps, reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, read Puerto Plata trip itinerary planner.

San Francisco, USA to Puerto Plata is an approximately 11.5-hour flight. Traveling from San Francisco to Puerto Plata, you'll lose 4 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from San Francisco in June, expect Puerto Plata to be a bit warmer, temps between 91°F and 73°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Santo Domingo.
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Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic — 1 night

Start off your visit on the 18th (Sun): observe the fascinating underwater world at National Aquarium, step into the grandiose world of Alcazar de Colon, then pause for some photo ops at Columbus Lighthouse (Faro A Colon), and finally contemplate the long history of Fortaleza Ozama.

To see traveler tips, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Santo Domingo route builder tool.

You can drive from Puerto Plata to Santo Domingo in 3 hours. Another option is to take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sun) so you can catch the shuttle to Punta Cana.
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Zoos & Aquariums · Parks · Historic Sites · Museums
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Punta Cana, Dominican Republic — 4 nights

Kids will enjoy Zipline and Saona Island. And it doesn't end there: see some colorful creatures with Destiny Caribbean Tours, stop by HARRISON'S Fine Caribbean Jewelers, enjoy the sand and surf at Macao Beach, and stroll through Bavaro Beach.

Ask Klarna Trips to suggest an itinerary and make planning a trip to Punta Cana fast, fun, and easy.

Getting from Santo Domingo to Punta Cana by shuttle takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive; or fly. Expect a daytime high around 87°F in June, and nighttime lows around 76°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 22nd (Thu) to allow time for the flight to Jacksonville.
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Jacksonville, United States — 3 nights

The River City

Bring the kids along to Dolphin & Whale Watching and Castillo de San Marcos National Monument. Explore Jacksonville's surroundings by going to Temple Beth Tefilloh (in Brunswick), Jekyll Island (Georgia Sea Turtle Center, Faith Chapel, &more) and St. Augustine (Flagler College & Nature & Wildlife Tours). The adventure continues: test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.

For more things to do, ratings, and tourist information, you can read our Jacksonville online trip builder.

Traveling by flight from Punta Cana to Jacksonville takes 8 hours. Traveling from Punta Cana to Jacksonville, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Punta Cana in June, expect a bit cooler with lows of 71°F in Jacksonville. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sun) so you can go by car to Hilton Head.
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Hilton Head, United States — 2 nights

Kick off your visit on the 26th (Mon): stop by The Silver Garden Gallery, then pause for some serene contemplation at St. Francis by the Sea Catholic Church, then test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and finally get outside with Outdoor Activities. On your second day here, let little ones run wild at Gregg Russell Harbour Town Playground, then hike along Hilton Head Island Bike Trails, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Coligny Beach.

For other places to visit, reviews, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Hilton Head trip planner.

Traveling by car from Jacksonville to Hilton Head takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi; or fly. In June, daily temperatures in Hilton Head can reach 87°F, while at night they dip to 73°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Charleston.
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Charleston, United States — 3 nights

Kids will appreciate attractions like Dolphin & Whale Watching and Folly Beach Public Beach. There's much more to do: test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, contemplate the long history of Fort Sumter National Monument, immerse yourself in nature at Isle of Palms County Park, and get thoroughly spooked out with a ghost and vampire tour.

To see more things to do, photos, and tourist information, go to the Charleston trip planner.

Drive from Hilton Head to Charleston in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In June, daily temperatures in Charleston can reach 87°F, while at night they dip to 73°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Myrtle Beach.
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Myrtle Beach, United States — 3 nights

Bring the kids along to Waterskiing & Jetskiing and SkyWheel Myrtle Beach. Change things up with a short trip to Brookgreen Gardens in Murrells Inlet (about 34 minutes away).

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You can drive from Charleston to Myrtle Beach in 2.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 86°F in June, and nighttime lows around 72°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Mon) to allow enough time to fly back home.
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Dominican Republic travel guide

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Beaches · Zipline · Islands
Sharing the island of Hispaniola with Haiti, friendly Dominican Republic offers two distinct coastlines, one bathed by the Caribbean Sea and the other by the Atlantic Ocean. Nearly 1,600 km (1,000 mi) of palm-shaded beaches figure highly on most Dominican Republic itineraries, allowing visitors to design their vacation around a range of water-based activities. The sun-kissed country benefits from pleasant temperatures throughout the year, so it's no surprise that holidays in Dominican Republic remain a popular choice for visitors from distant and colder corners of the world. A big producer of coffee, cocoa, rum, sugarcane, and tobacco, the country provides a vibrant cultural experience in multicultural cities and quaint countryside.
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South Carolina travel guide

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The Palmetto State
Composed of five distinct geographic regions with boundaries roughly parallel to the Atlantic coastline, South Carolina embraces rich history, scenic beauty, and outstanding cuisine. Originally established as a slave society dependent on the cultivation of rice and indigo, the state now boasts a diverse economy that includes massive production of textile goods, chemical products, machinery, and automobiles. Widely regarded as the beginning of the Deep South, the state remains a deeply conservative part of the country, fervently clinging to its religious and cultural traditions. South Carolinians are kind and open hosts to those who vacation here, eager to share the wealth of their cultural heritage with curious visitors. With many remarkable places to visit like Charleston and Hilton Head, your itinerary here is sure to be diverse and full of scenic attractions.
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