Dominican Republic Cigar Factory Tours: Schedule Today!

Tabacalera de García is one of the largest handmade cigar factories that you can tour in La Romana – and it’s super close to Punta Cana. They are responsible for the production of cigar brands like Don Diego, Santa Damiana, Trinidad, Por Larranaga, Romeo y Julieta. As well as the Cuban brands, H.Upmann and Montecristo, now manufactured in the Dominican Republic. The production of tens of millions of cigars is achievable due to their efficiency, and skilled craftsmanship.

VegaFina is one of the world’s best-considered premium cigars. VegaFina takes its name from the “Vegas Finas” (Fine plains), unique lands where sunshine, moisture, and soil composition combine perfectly to grow the most exclusive tobacco leaves. The excellence of VegaFina cigars is due to a long, meticulous process where only the best tobaccos are combined, following the centuries-old tradition of tobacco rolling artisans.

La Flor Dominicana’s success story begins with little money and even less experience, they began the pursuit of their dream. Their Tabacalera La Flor, in the Santiago Dominican Republic, has expanded over the years. Certainly, the company has grown and expanded but still remains home to all of its manufacturing operations. It has allowed complete control over the quality, but it has also allowed for creativity and innovation to flourish. They began with El Jocko and continued with the Mysterio, the Digger, and the Chisel, the only cigar shape to ever receive a patent.

La Aurora is the first Dominican cigar factory. Founded in 1903 in Cibao Valley, Santiago, and the second-largest city in the Dominican Republic. A clear example of tradition preserved through generations. Since then La Aurora established a solid tradition in cigar making in a country known, for high-quality tobacco. La Aurora handmakes premium cigar brands like Leon Jimenes, Imperiales, Principes, Guillermo Leon Family Reserve, and more.

General Cigar Dominicana, which is a division of the Scandinavian Tobacco Group. Characterized by their manufactured and market handcrafted cigars for the premium market. General Cigar Dominican is committed to producing the finest cigars like Macanudo, Cohiba, La Gloria Cubana, and several other leading premium brands.

The Quesada family originate in Cuba and started off as leaf brokers. Due to the unstable situation in Cuba, they decided to relocate to the Dominican Republic. With time they became involved in manufacturing cigars which led to the new era of Quesada cigars. Their consistency and pride in work have produced fine cigars like Fonseca, Regius, Cubita, Alameda, La Primera, and El Camino Dominicano.

Mindful to the family traditions, of five generations, in the tobacco harvest, De Los Reyes Cigars have established themselves as top cigar makers. By producing excellent leaves using unique rich soil, they allow themselves the pleasure of rolling exquisite cigars capable of satisfying the palate of the most demanding of connoisseurs. Some of our prestigious brands are Don Julio, Saga, Arsen, Puro de Hostos, and others.

Tabacalera La Alianza is owned by Ernesto Perez-Carrillo. He is an industry veteran who has dedicated over 40 years to his craft. Additionally, his hard work has produced manufacturers some of the highest-rated cigars in the world including E.P. Carrillo, INCH series, New Wave Connecticut, and more.

Tabacalera Palma’s story begins in the mid-19th century when a Spaniard named José Manuel Blanco Lozada moves to the Dominican Republic. With time they have developed and improved tobacco growing, harvesting, curing, and processing techniques. Hence, this has been reflected in their amazing cigars such as La Galera, Aging room, Matilde, Cezar Bronner, and more. Nowadays Tabacalera Palma is a vibrant enterprise with a positive impact on the community. Moreover, the company contributes directly via employment to many citizens and also supports various charities.

Finally, PDR Cigars is led by Dominican Master Blender Abe Flores. His work has produced some of the most highly acclaimed cigars in the world. Within we can mention: A. Flores 1975, Small Batch Reserve, PDR 1878 Roast Cafe, El Trovador, and more. PDR is committed to making the finest cigars as evident on top-scored sticks and by being one of the youngest boutique factories.