Travelpack

Highlights: San Juan - Old San Juan - Nature at El Yunque Forest - Isla Verde - La Parguera - Cabo Rojo - Isabela - Camuy - Vieques Beach Hopping Tour

Itinerary:

Tue 04 Oct 22 - Airport San Juan, Isla Verde
Arrival. Private transfer and check-in at Water Beach Club Hotel in Isla Verde, the best beach in San Juan.
Meet your destination host for a welcome orientation.

Wed 05 Oct 22 - Old San Juan
Breakfast at the hotel and half-day Old San Juan tour (tour with coffee and rum tasting included; lunch not included).
Private transfer to Old San Juan where you will meet your guide for a private walking tour of the Old San Juan and an orientation about your stay. Explore San Juan, founded by the Spanish conquistadors in 1521, and learn about the people who shaped its history: a governor who died in a quest for eternal youth; a grand dame who brought snow to Puerto Rico; famous pirates who sailed these seas and Hollywood actors whose movies were filmed here. Enjoy rum tasting with local experts.

Afterward, you can take time on your own in the Old San Juan to explore El Morro and San Cristobal, the fortresses built by the Spanish and Irish military architects. For lunch, try all the local foods mentioned by your guide: mofongo, sancocho, and tostones. Return to the hotel & enjoy beach time in Isla Verde.

Thu 06 Oct 22 - Full Day Nature at El Yunque Forest (60 km, 1 hour each way )
Breakfast at the hotel and a full-day nature tour (included). The excursion will begin with pick up at the hotel and transfer to El Yunque tropical forest in the east of the island. Part of the U.S. National Forest System, El Yunque boasts over 240 varieties of trees and receives 605 billion liters of rainfall per year. You will enjoy a guided hike following the trails to discover hidden waterfalls and
breathtaking views of lush tropical flora. Lunch at Luquillo beach (not included).

Evening: Biobay Kayak Tour at Fajardo Natural Park. Join this fully-guided nighttime bio bay kayak adventure into one of the most amazing excursions of your life. Paddle your way through the mystical mangrove channels leading to Laguna Grande.
There you will meet our glowing friends, the Pyrodinium Bahamense, microscopic plankton capable of producing natural light at the touch of your hand! Explore these amazing organisms up close as our professional eco guides take you to discover their secrets. Learn how this fragile and unique ecosystem maintains a perfect balance of life and what you can do to protect such a special place. Transfer to Hotel in Isla Verde.

Fri 07 Oct 22 - Isla Verde
Breakfast at the hotel.
Enjoy the morning on your own. Optional tours during the afternoon: salsa class or a cooking class with a local Chef - San Juan Ponce Guanica
Dinner: On your own.
This is a perfect time to enjoy a special dinner. There are several restaurants that are very sought after by locals and visitors alike that require a reservation in advance. So if an elaborate multi-course tasting menu by an international Chef with many years in Puerto Rico calls attention, or a local up-and-coming culinary star is of interest, please let us know prior to your arrival so we can book a table for you.

Sat 08 Oct 22 - San Juan Ponce Guanica (150 km, 2 h 20 min)
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. Pick up your rental car and drive across the island's picturesque mountain range, stopping at Guavate for a typical Puerto Rican lunch (not included). Continue your trip south to visit Ponce, the southern capital of
Puerto Rico. Ponce is known for its firefighters and a world-class museum with a surprising collection of classical European and local art, including a number of Pre-Raphaelite artists. Drive an additional 30 km to arrive at Copamarina Hotel, a beach resort in Guanica. Founded in 1508, Guanica was originally known as the town of twelve streets. Enjoy the relaxing Caribbean sun and beach by day (the hotel ferry or kayak can take you to the mangrove islands right in front of the shore) and relax with tropical
drinks at the bar by night.

Sun 09 Oct 22 - Guanica - Cabo Rojo ( 50km, 1 hour)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Swim with the fish at the Gilligans Island nearby, explore desert-like Guanica dry forest or simply relax at the splendid beaches of Cabo Rojo, beach hopping from Playa Sucia to Buye, and then to Combate and Boqueron. The West of Puerto Rico is known for its stunning sunsets; indulge in photography or simply live the magic of the moment.

Mon 10 Oct 22 - Guanica - La Parguera (25km, 25 min) or Ponce (45km, 40 min)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Visit la Parguera for snorkeling and diving during the day and for a bio bay kayaking at night (optional). Another option is to visit Ponces Art Museum, take the tour of the Don Q Distillery (its rum manufacturing operation started about the same time when
Bacardi was founded in Cuba in the middle of the 19th century). Close the evening at la Guancha (a picturesque marina where the entire families come out for a stroll on weekends) for a leisurely walk and typical finger foods.

Tue 11 Oct 22 - Guanica Isabela (approx. 94km, 1 h 30 min )
Breakfast at the hotel. Drive northeast towards Isabela. Enjoy a nice lunch at Rincon Beach.
Check-in at your waterfront Parador in Isabela and relax.

Wed 12 Oct 22 - Isabela-Camuy (approx. 40 km, 55 min )
Breakfast at the Hotel. Drive east to the recently re-opened Camuy Caves (optional). The caverns are part of an extensive network of natural limestone caves and underground waterways carved out by the Ro Camuy, one of the largest underground rivers in the world. While the cave system was officially discovered in 1958, archeological evidence shows that the caves were explored hundreds of years ago by the Island's indigenous inhabitants. Over 10 miles of caverns, including 220 caves and 17 entrances to the Camuy cave system have been mapped. However, this is only a fraction of the entire web of underground passages, which many experts believe holds another 800 caves. Camuy Caves National Park, a part of the system open to the public, features
enormous natural halls, a walkway over the underground river, and numerous stalagmite and stalactite formations. It is well-lit, paved, and equipped for safety. Please wear comfortable shoes with non-slip soils as some surfaces may be wet.
Enjoy lunch nearby and visit the historic city of Lares where you can try its iconic ice cream, known for its unusual flavors based on local cuisine (not included). Return to the hotel.

Thu 13 Oct 22 - Isabela - Aguadilla (approx. 40 km, 20 min)
Breakfast at the Hotel.
Enjoy Playa Punta Borinquen or Playa Crash Boat in Aguadilla. Open-air beachfront restaurants are situated along the coast, often sitting on tall piles towering over the water, offering marvelous ocean views along with fresh seafood and tropical drinks.
If you like golf, enjoy the game at a local resort overlooking the ocean. Relax and return to the hotel.

Fri 14 Oct 22 - Isabela San Juan Isla Grande Airport ( approx. 120 km 1 h 45m)-Vieques
Breakfast at the hotel and check out. Enjoy a highway back to the San Juan area to then take a flight to the island of Vieques, a part of the Puerto Rican archipelago, also known as Crab Island on the old British maps. Home to amazing beaches with quiet waters, roaming horses, omnipresent mango trees, remnants of age-old sugar plantations from the Spanish times, and, for the fans of modern history, abandoned Cold War bunkers. Drop off your car at the airport. NOTE: This is a small local airport near the cruise port and San Juan Convention Center, not to be confused with the San Juan International Airport.

Private transfer from VQS Airport to your accommodation of choice (Hacienda Tamarindo or Villa Cielito Lindo).
Enjoy a relaxing evening strolling the waterfront (el Malecon) at the Esperanza village, enjoying drinks at open-air bars (Lazy Jacks is our favorite, with fish and chips as a tribute to the owner's British roots). Vieques is also home to unique restaurants, please ask us for tips on the best places for the season.

Sat 15 Oct 22 - Vieques day free or choose: Sailboat Excursion or Fishing or Back
Horse riding (optional).
Breakfast at the hotel. You can relax or choose one of the below adventures (optional) Private transfer to the excursion of your choice.

Sailboat:
This private charter is designed for avid sailors or those that just want more of everything! This six (6) hour day is yours to fill. Some guests prefer exploring the coastline by sail. Others enjoy making an additional stop for snorkeling. Whichever your desire, you won't go hungry. The Full Day trip includes an expanded offering of our delicious homemade menu as well as beverages. The minimum age for this trip is 10 years old. You may choose to begin your trip as early as 8:30 am or start a bit later if you wish.
Or Fishing Trip (light tackle) half day up to 6 people If you have children aged 15 and under, the best fishing trip for all the family (up to 6 people) is bottom fishing for groupers, snappers, and jacks. We have fishing spots that can be reached in less than 20 minutes from shore.

Or
Deep-Sea Fishing - Big Game Fishing - 3/4 day up to 6 people
There is a wide range of gamefish species that we can target in the deep waters around Puerto Rico, these
include blue marlin, white marlin, wahoo, yellowfin and blackfin tuna, and more.
Or

Horseback riding:
Scenic Beach/Private Trail Rides (8 AM or 4 PM)
Consists of a guided two-hour loop through the hills, open meadows, woods, and two beaches in the Esperanza area that you cannot access by car. We conclude the ride with a walk through our beautiful waterfront pasture, overlooking the southern side of the island, Black Sand Beach and Esperanza. Private transfer to Hotel

Sun 16 Oct 22 - Vieques Beach Hopping Tour
Breakfast at the hotel. Private Transfer to the Tour meeting point. We will start with the peaceful and quiet Sea Glass Beach and continue exploring a selection of the best Vieques beaches, among them Caracas, Sun Bay, Media Luna, Navio, Esperanza, Black Sand, Punta Arenas. Private Transfer to Hotel

Mon 17 Oct 22 - Vieques-San Juan Isla Grande-Isla Verde
Breakfast at the hotel. Check out. Private Transfer to VQS Airport. Private transfer to Water Beach Club Hotel, Isla Verde. Check-in and free time.

Tue 18 Oct 22 - Departure
Breakfast at the hotel and check out. Private transfer to the airport.

Services included:
Transfers Airport-Isla Verde Hotel-Airport
Hotel accommodations with breakfast and taxes included
Orientation upon arrival
Old San Juan Tour (4 hours) with coffee & pastry plus rum tasting
(lunch not included)
Full-Day Nature Tour with El Yunque entrance and Kayak Tour (cost
of lunch not included)
Rental car (I-car) for six (6) days with DW & SLP coverage
included.
Roundtrip flight tickets SIG-VQS-SIG
Private transfers in Vieques, as mentioned.
Beach Hopping Tour in Vieques
Phone assistance

Car rental:
Auto: ICAR.
Includes: Damage Waiver Insurance, Supplemental Liability
Protection, tax, and other government fees. Free mileage
Does not include: Gasoline, highway tolls & automated toll reader
fee, fines, parking

Tue 04 Oct 22 San Juan Water and Beach Club 5 nights

Copamarina Beach Resort & Spa Sun 09 Oct 22

Parador Villas Del Mar Hau Wed 12 Oct 22 (HACIENDA TAMARINDO)

Offer Includes

Meal Plans