Puerto Rico Paradise
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Puerto Rico Paradise

Caribbean Soul, History & Bioluminescence

9 day tripPuerto Rico
San Juan
El Yunque
Vieques
Rincón
Day 1

Old San Juan Historic Magic

San Juan

Walk the colorful cobblestone streets of Old San Juan, explore 500-year-old Spanish forts, and experience the vibrant nightlife of La Placita.

Today's Schedule

Castillo San Felipe del Morro (El Morro)
9:00 AM
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Castillo San Felipe del Morro (El Morro)

2.5 hours
Old San Juan Walking Tour & Colorful Streets
12:00 PM
Photo by Eric Ardito on Unsplash

Old San Juan Walking Tour & Colorful Streets

2 hours
Lunch at La Bombonera (Since 1902)
2:30 PM
Photo by Harry B. on Unsplash

Lunch at La Bombonera (Since 1902)

1.5 hours
Castillo San Cristóbal
4:30 PM
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Castillo San Cristóbal

1.5 hours
Sunset at Paseo de la Princesa
6:30 PM
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Sunset at Paseo de la Princesa

1 hour
Dinner & Dancing at La Placita de Santurce
8:00 PM

Dinner & Dancing at La Placita de Santurce

3 hours

Captured Moments

Moment 1
Photo by LARAM on Unsplash
Moment 2
Photo by Eric Ardito on Unsplash
Local Cuisine
MofongoPiña Colada (Invented in PR)Mallorca at La Bombonera
Must Visit
El MorroCastillo San CristóbalOld San Juan StreetsLa Placita
Day 2

Beaches & Condado Culture

San Juan

Relax on San Juan's beautiful beaches, explore the trendy Condado district, and enjoy world-class Puerto Rican cuisine.

Today's Schedule

Condado Beach Morning Swim
8:00 AM
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Condado Beach Morning Swim

2 hours
Ocean Park Beach & Local Scene
10:30 AM
Photo by Ana Toledo on Unsplash

Ocean Park Beach & Local Scene

2 hours
Lunch at Santaella (Modern Puerto Rican)
1:00 PM

Lunch at Santaella (Modern Puerto Rican)

1.5 hours
Santurce Street Art & Galleries
3:00 PM
Photo by Ruoyu Li on Unsplash

Santurce Street Art & Galleries

2.5 hours
Sunset at Ventana al Mar Park
6:00 PM
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Sunset at Ventana al Mar Park

1 hour
Dinner at 1919 (Condado Vanderbilt)
8:00 PM

Dinner at 1919 (Condado Vanderbilt)

2.5 hours

Captured Moments

Moment 1
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Moment 2
Photo by Samuel Ramos on Unsplash
Local Cuisine
Lechón AsadoEmpanadillasCoquito
Must Visit
Condado BeachOcean ParkSanturce Street ArtVentana al Mar
Day 3

El Yunque Rainforest Adventure

El Yunque

Hike through the only tropical rainforest in the US National Forest System, swim in natural waterfalls, and discover unique biodiversity.

Today's Schedule

Early Departure for El Yunque
7:00 AM
Photo by Neftali Martinez on Unsplash

Early Departure for El Yunque

1 hour
La Mina Trail & La Mina Falls
8:30 AM
Photo by Frederick Rosa on Unsplash

La Mina Trail & La Mina Falls

3 hours
Picnic Lunch in the Rainforest
12:00 PM
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Picnic Lunch in the Rainforest

1 hour
Yokahú Tower Observation
1:30 PM
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Yokahú Tower Observation

1 hour
Juan Diego Falls Trail
3:00 PM
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Juan Diego Falls Trail

2.5 hours
Drive to Luquillo Beach Kiosks
6:00 PM
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Drive to Luquillo Beach Kiosks

30 minutes
Dinner at Luquillo Kiosks
7:00 PM

Dinner at Luquillo Kiosks

2 hours

Captured Moments

Moment 1
Photo by Christian Crocker on Unsplash
Moment 2
Local Cuisine
Alcapurrias at LuquilloFresh Coconut WaterCoquí Frog-themed Snacks
Must Visit
El Yunque National ForestLa Mina FallsYokahú TowerLuquillo Beach
Day 4

Bioluminescent Bay & Eastern Adventures

Fajardo

Kayak through a magical bioluminescent bay where the water glows with every paddle stroke, and snorkel in crystal-clear Caribbean waters.

Today's Schedule

Boat Trip to Icacos Island
9:00 AM
Photo by Stephanie Klepacki on Unsplash

Boat Trip to Icacos Island

4 hours
Snorkeling & Beach Lunch
1:30 PM
Photo by Kenneth Berrios Alvarez on Unsplash

Snorkeling & Beach Lunch

2 hours
Las Cabezas de San Juan Nature Reserve
4:00 PM
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Las Cabezas de San Juan Nature Reserve

2 hours
Dinner in Fajardo
7:00 PM

Dinner in Fajardo

1.5 hours
Laguna Grande Bioluminescent Bay Kayak Tour
9:00 PM
Photo by Mike Cox on Unsplash

Laguna Grande Bioluminescent Bay Kayak Tour

2.5 hours

Captured Moments

Moment 1
Photo by Nils Huenerfuerst on Unsplash
Moment 2
Local Cuisine
Fresh CevicheGrilled LobsterCoconut Flan
Must Visit
Bioluminescent BayIcacos IslandLas Cabezas Nature Reserve
Day 5

Vieques Island Paradise

Vieques

Ferry to the pristine island of Vieques for world-class beaches, wild horses, and Mosquito Bay - the brightest bioluminescent bay on Earth.

Today's Schedule

Ferry from Ceiba to Vieques
6:30 AM
Photo by Eric Ardito on Unsplash

Ferry from Ceiba to Vieques

1 hour
Sun Bay Beach
9:00 AM
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Sun Bay Beach

3 hours
Lunch at El Quenepo
12:30 PM
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Lunch at El Quenepo

1.5 hours
Wild Horses & Secret Beaches Drive
2:30 PM

Wild Horses & Secret Beaches Drive

3 hours
Esperanza Boardwalk Sunset
6:00 PM

Esperanza Boardwalk Sunset

1.5 hours
Mosquito Bay Bioluminescent Tour (Brightest on Earth)
8:30 PM
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Mosquito Bay Bioluminescent Tour (Brightest on Earth)

2.5 hours

Captured Moments

Moment 1
Photo by Luis Santiago on Unsplash
Moment 2
Local Cuisine
Fresh Fish TacosPastelillosLocal Rum Cocktails
Must Visit
Mosquito BaySun Bay BeachEsperanzaWild Horses
Day 6

Secret Beaches & Island Life

Vieques

Discover Vieques' hidden beaches like Playa Negra and La Chiva, snorkel with sea turtles, and soak in the laid-back island atmosphere.

Today's Schedule

Playa La Chiva (Blue Beach)
8:00 AM
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Playa La Chiva (Blue Beach)

3 hours
Snorkeling with Sea Turtles
11:30 AM
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Snorkeling with Sea Turtles

2 hours
Lunch at Bili (Local Seafood)
2:00 PM
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Lunch at Bili (Local Seafood)

1.5 hours
Playa Negra (Black Sand Beach)
4:00 PM
Photo by Kenneth Berrios Alvarez on Unsplash

Playa Negra (Black Sand Beach)

2 hours
Sunset Dinner at Esperanza
6:30 PM
Photo by Ana Toledo on Unsplash

Sunset Dinner at Esperanza

2 hours

Captured Moments

Moment 1
Photo by Nils Huenerfuerst on Unsplash
Moment 2
Local Cuisine
Conch SaladWhole Fried SnapperCoconut Ice Cream
Must Visit
Blue BeachPlaya NegraSea Turtle Snorkeling
Day 7

Rincón Surf Town

Rincón

Travel across the island to Puerto Rico's surf capital, where sunsets are legendary and the laid-back vibe is contagious.

Today's Schedule

Ferry Back to Main Island & Drive to Rincón
6:30 AM
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Ferry Back to Main Island & Drive to Rincón

4 hours
Steps Beach Snorkeling
11:00 AM
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Steps Beach Snorkeling

2 hours
Lunch at The Pool Bar Sushi & Bar
1:30 PM
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Lunch at The Pool Bar Sushi & Bar

1.5 hours
Surf Lesson at Domes Beach
3:30 PM
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Surf Lesson at Domes Beach

2.5 hours
Sunset at Puntas Lighthouse
6:30 PM
Photo by Ovidio Soto on Unsplash

Sunset at Puntas Lighthouse

1 hour
Dinner at La Cambija (Mofongo)
8:00 PM

Dinner at La Cambija (Mofongo)

2 hours

Captured Moments

Moment 1
Photo by Laura Materna on Unsplash
Moment 2
Local Cuisine
Surf Shack TacosFresh Mango SmoothiesMofongo with Shrimp
Must Visit
Domes BeachSteps BeachPuntas LighthouseRincón Sunsets
Day 8

Return to San Juan & Farewell

San Juan

Return to San Juan for last-minute souvenir shopping, a final beach day, and a farewell dinner celebrating Puerto Rican culture.

Today's Schedule

Drive Back to San Juan (2.5h Scenic Route)
8:00 AM
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Drive Back to San Juan (2.5h Scenic Route)

3 hours
Souvenir Shopping in Old San Juan
11:30 AM

Souvenir Shopping in Old San Juan

2 hours
Final Beach Time at Condado
2:00 PM
Photo by Frederick Rosa on Unsplash

Final Beach Time at Condado

3 hours
Casa Bacardi Rum Distillery Tour
6:00 PM

Casa Bacardi Rum Distillery Tour

2 hours
Farewell Dinner at Marmalade
8:30 PM
Photo by Jennifer Chen on Unsplash

Farewell Dinner at Marmalade

2.5 hours

Captured Moments

Moment 1
Photo by Kyle Hinkson on Unsplash
Moment 2
Local Cuisine
Rum Tasting at Casa BacardiFine Dining at MarmaladeTres Leches Cake
Must Visit
Old San Juan ShoppingCasa BacardiCondado Beach

Extend Your Journey

Culebra Island (Flamenco Beach)

Culebra Island (Flamenco Beach)

1.5h ferry from Ceiba
Ponce (Southern Coast)
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Ponce (Southern Coast)

1.5h drive from San Juan
Cabo Rojo (Southwest Beaches)

Cabo Rojo (Southwest Beaches)

2.5h drive from San Juan

Frequently Asked Questions about Puerto Rico Paradise

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