16 days in Puerto Rico Itinerary
16 days in Puerto Rico Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Puerto Rico trip itinerary builder
Start: Stockholm
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Culebra
— 3 nights
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El Yunque National Forest
— 2 nights
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San Juan
— 6 nights
Drive
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Ponce
— 4 nights
Drive to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport, Fly to Stockholm-Arlanda Airport
End: Stockholm
Sat, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 27
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Little Island
With much of Culebra a nature refuge, the tropical island has been protected from overdevelopment, chain hotels, and the cruise set.You'll discover tucked-away gems like Culebrita Island and Tamarindo Beach. There's still lots to do: get interesting insight from Tours, see the interesting displays at Museo Historico de Culebra, see Jerry’s Jeep Rental, and enjoy the sand and surf at Flamenco Beach.
To see where to stay, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Culebra trip itinerary builder site.
Stockholm, Sweden to Culebra is an approximately 18-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time to Atlantic Standard Time is minus 5 hours. In September, Culebra is much warmer than Stockholm - with highs of 37°C and lows of 30°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Tue) early enough to travel to El Yunque National Forest.
Things to do in Culebra
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On the 16th (Wed), take in panoramic vistas at Yokahu Observation Tower, then zoom along the surf with Mini Boat Adventures, and then examine the collection at El Portal Tropical Forest Center. On your second day here, take a peaceful walk through El Yunque Rain Forest.
For more things to do, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the El Yunque National Forest road trip site.
Fly from Culebra to El Yunque National Forest in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry and shuttle. Expect a daytime high around 38°C in September, and nighttime lows around 30°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Thu) so you can go by car to San Juan.
For more things to do, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the El Yunque National Forest road trip site.
Fly from Culebra to El Yunque National Forest in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry and shuttle. Expect a daytime high around 38°C in September, and nighttime lows around 30°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Thu) so you can go by car to San Juan.
Things to do in El Yunque National Forest
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Walled City
Founded by the Spanish in 1521, San Juan is the oldest city under U.S.Visit Paseo de la Princesa and Sitio Histórico de San Juan for their historical value. Old San Juan and Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico are good opportunities to explore the local culture. And it doesn't end there: take a peaceful walk through La Marquesa Forest Park, indulge your taste buds at Food & Drink, tour the pleasant surroundings at Ocean Park Beach, and find your balance on the water with some of the best stand-up paddleboarding in the area.
To find other places to visit, where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our San Juan itinerary maker website.
Getting from El Yunque National Forest to San Juan by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a shuttle. In September, daily temperatures in San Juan can reach 38°C, while at night they dip to 30°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Ponce.
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Ponce is both a city and a municipality in the southern part of Puerto Rico. Los Morrillos Lighthouse and Museo Castillo Serralles will appeal to history buffs. Museo de Arte de Ponce and Parque de Bombas will appeal to museum buffs. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Ponce: Playa Sucia (in Cabo Rojo) and Island Scuba (in Guanica). It doesn't end there: view the masterpieces at Centro Cultural Carmen Sola de Pereira de Ponce and admire the landmark architecture of Casa Wiechers-Villaronga.
For traveler tips, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, read Ponce trip itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from San Juan to Ponce takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle. When traveling from San Juan in September, plan for a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Ponce: temperatures range from 34°C by day to 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.
For traveler tips, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, read Ponce trip itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from San Juan to Ponce takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle. When traveling from San Juan in September, plan for a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Ponce: temperatures range from 34°C by day to 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.
Things to do in Ponce
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Puerto Rico travel guide
A U.S. territory encompassing one big island and several smaller ones, Puerto Rico appeals to visitors from around the globe with its rich history, pleasant climate, natural beauty, and renowned local cuisine. Most tourists take a vacation in Puerto Rico for that classic seaside experience, though the island offers much more than just sun and sand. Tours of Puerto Rico usually start in the city of San Juan, which boasts a trendy bar scene and plenty of art museums for visitors looking to add a bit of culture to their vacation. A short drive from the island's urban centers, pristine rainforests serve as peaceful retreats from the city bustle and ensure plenty of chances to spot wildlife and take exhilarating nature walks.
