At a glance
#11 of 11 Tourist attractions in Punta Cana #1 of 7 Souvenir stores in Punta CanaLocalGuideWorld score: 4.30
Rating breakdown
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5 ★60%
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4 ★22%
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3 ★10%
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2 ★5%
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1 ★4%
Quick facts
- What is the rating of Don Lucas Cigars?
- Don Lucas Cigars is rated 4.3 out of 5 based on 1,374 reviews.
- How does Don Lucas Cigars rank in Punta Cana?
- Don Lucas Cigars is #11 of 11 Tourist attractions in Punta Cana by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
- Where is Don Lucas Cigars located?
- Av. Barceló, Punta Cana 23000, Dominican Republic — 4.9 km from the center of Punta Cana.
- How can I contact Don Lucas Cigars?
- Phone: +1 809-200-0129 · Website: donlucascigars.com.do
We visited here expecting to able to do a full tour and tasting of the coffee, chocolate and rum.
The only positive was the chocolate samples where you could try all the chocolate on offer (which were $7 a bar!). We then wandered around aimlessly - the coffee sample was a tiny thimble of coffee (and only one of what was on offer) - each 250g bag was circa $20. You could only try one rum and the guy serving was very dismissive, and a little rude when I asked to try a different one (which he said was not possible).
The chocolate guys were great, everyone else was moody and so uninterested in us as customers. We ended up buying some stuff, but it’s essentially a 10 minute whizz round to make some expensive purchases, definitely not a “must do” experience as some of these inexplicable reviews suggest.
We did not do the cigars so can’t comment on that aspect.
They offer a free shuttle to and from your hotel.
The only positive was the chocolate samples where you could try all the chocolate on offer (which were $7 a bar!). We then wandered around aimlessly - the coffee sample was a tiny thimble of coffee (and only one of what was on offer) - each 250g bag was circa $20. You could only try one rum and the guy serving was very dismissive, and a little rude when I asked to try a different one (which he said was not possible).
The chocolate guys were great, everyone else was moody and so uninterested in us as customers. We ended up buying some stuff, but it’s essentially a 10 minute whizz round to make some expensive purchases, definitely not a “must do” experience as some of these inexplicable reviews suggest.
We did not do the cigars so can’t comment on that aspect.
They offer a free shuttle to and from your hotel.
A nice place to visit in Punta Cana if you are a cigar lover. Prices are too high compared to the prices we pay for cigars in the US and Canada. Not sure if it was worth it or not. I ended up picking up few cigars to try. They shuttle you for free from your hotel.
I thought this experience was very interesting. I was leary about leaving the resort; however, I felt very safe whole there.
Interesting Factory Stores Outlet
My wife and I were taken to Don Lucas by our Coming2 tour as part of our Punta Cana vacations back in Jan 2023. We managed to step into all of these 5 shops (Azul del Mar, the cigar live factory, Kokoa, Oliver Ron, and the coffee shop), and especially the main souvenir shop. All the staff were extremely friendly and welcoming. My wife was intrigued by the precious stones so much so that she bought a bunch of earrings. First time (in my life) that I tried smoking an authentic cigar made exclusively for me by the friendly staff lady. The 4 dudes at the Kokoa shop made us feel welcome, providing us with many tastes of unique chocolate samples. Bought quite a bit of chocolate bars and cocoa products. The only drawback were the souvenirs at the main shop; very pricey. Still I highly recommend coming here to experience that wonderful Dominican welcoming hospitality!
My wife and I were taken to Don Lucas by our Coming2 tour as part of our Punta Cana vacations back in Jan 2023. We managed to step into all of these 5 shops (Azul del Mar, the cigar live factory, Kokoa, Oliver Ron, and the coffee shop), and especially the main souvenir shop. All the staff were extremely friendly and welcoming. My wife was intrigued by the precious stones so much so that she bought a bunch of earrings. First time (in my life) that I tried smoking an authentic cigar made exclusively for me by the friendly staff lady. The 4 dudes at the Kokoa shop made us feel welcome, providing us with many tastes of unique chocolate samples. Bought quite a bit of chocolate bars and cocoa products. The only drawback were the souvenirs at the main shop; very pricey. Still I highly recommend coming here to experience that wonderful Dominican welcoming hospitality!
Had an excellent time and treated like royalty by Jose the cigar shop manager. He my wife and I feel like family. Excellent cigars. I bought a box of Fuentes Opus X cigars and Oliver Presidential Rum. We literally could have spent all day here. Cool vibe around the whole place and smoking cigars is welcomed everywhere. Like cigar heaven!!
Don Lucas is the place to go if you want coffee, cigars, chocolate, and a big dose of Dominican hospitality courtesy of Jose and his hard-working crew.
You'll get a chance to try some rum, smoke a fresh cigar, taste some amazing chocolate, and drink freshly picked coffee.
This two hour tour is totally worth your time.
You'll get a chance to try some rum, smoke a fresh cigar, taste some amazing chocolate, and drink freshly picked coffee.
This two hour tour is totally worth your time.
Amazing visit. It is a little touristy. But if you take time to enjoy a good cigar while there and talk to the bar man, you will learn a ton!if you are nice, they may let you roll your own cigar.
We had a great time shopping here, they had a few different buildings selling different products, there was Cocao, and fresh made chocolate, another building for cigars where you could watch them making the cigars. There was a lovely jewelry store with silver jewelry and native stones from the area, a souvenir shop, and of course rum. My favorite was the rum with caramel, took home a bottle that had cinnamon and chili peppers added to it, my son enjoyed that.
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