Puerto Plata's historical importance derives from its role in the first decade following the discovery of the Americas. Your day begins with a comprehensive motorcoach tour that takes you past the city's most famous landmarks. Drive along the scenic Malecón (waterfront) to the San Felipe Fortress, built in 1564 to protect the city from pirate invasions. You'll also admire San Felipe Cathedral and lively Independence Square. Continue to sprawling Don Fernando's Ranch, where a walking tour along groomed pathways leads you through the plantation and past fragrant crops of coffee, cacao, mangos, bananas, and sugar cane, as well as exotic flowers and plants. You'll also learn the process of growing and harvesting Dominican coffee and cacao and the steps involved in making rum. Savor a sample of fresh coffee, rum and tropical seasonal fruits from the ranch, followed by a typical Dominican lunch. Relax on the motorcoach ride back to port.