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Yes, Puerto Rico is an island but for locals, this is a common saying meaning to see the island beyond San Juan. In this tour, you’ll be able to explore the breathtaking views the South of the Island has to offer. Walk through the beautiful neoclassical buildings that decorate the town square of Ponce, the second-largest city in Puerto Rico, and explore why the city gets the name Ciudad Señorial. Make your way into Guánica, the paradise of eternal summer, home of the Dry Forest, declared a United Nation’s World Biosphere Reserve. Enjoy a dip at Playa Jaboncillo, a hidden clear water gem inside the forest with an amazing view of the Bay of Guánica. Finish your day with a visit to the Salt Flats of Cabo Rojo and take a dip at Buyé Beach.
For guests that come in cruise ships to the town of Ponce, the tour can be arranged to fit your time at shore.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
For guests staying at Airbnbs in Old San Juan, please pick as your pick-up location Plaza Colón. For those staying in Airbnb in the Isla Verde area choose the closest hotel in the list to your Airbnb. For guests staying in Airbnb in Ponce, pick Plaza de las Delicias.
Itinerary
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1Tibes Indigenous Ceremonial Center
*not open on Mondays/ Tuesdays* One of the most significant pre-Columbian archaeological sites in the Caribbean. Discovered in 1975 after Tropical Storm Eloise exposed ancient pottery and artifacts, the site offers a glimpse into the complex cultures that inhabited Puerto Rico centuries before the conquest and colonization of Spain.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
2Ponce
Visit and learn about the second biggest city in Puerto Rico, Ponce as we drive around the colorful streets. Once in the small town square, guests will enjoy free time to explore on their own. In the plaza, you will be able to admire historical buildings like the Parque de Bombas, City Hall, Banco Popular Building, Melia Hotel. This is the first stop for bathroom, snacks, coffee, and shopping.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
3Yauco
Yauco, the coffee city of Puerto Rico. Explore the plaza and the colorful steep streets of Yauco. Learn about the history of the once fruitful coffee industry in Puerto Rico. Enjoy a cup of coffee in the town square. Guests will have a chance to take photos at the most colorful sites: Plaza Pablo El Negro and Yaucromatic.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4San German
Step into the history of San Germán, one of Puerto Rico’s oldest and most historically significant towns, where centuries of history can still be experienced through its streets, architecture, and landmarks. We begin in the town square, taking time to walk through the historic center and appreciate the architecture of this charming town. As we explore, your guide will share stories about San Germán’s origins, its role in the development of Puerto Rico, and the people and communities that shaped its history. Our visit includes Porta Coeli, one of the most recognizable historic landmarks in San Germán and one of the oldest surviving churches in Puerto Rico. We’ll learn about its religious and architectural significance and the important role it has played in the history of the town. At the Museo de la Farmacia, you'll learn the history of medicine and pharmacy in Puerto Rico, where historic objects offer a glimpse into how traditional remedies evolved on the island.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
5Bosque Estatal de Guanica
Ever been to a dry forest? Visit UNESCO's Biosphere Reserve the Guanica Dry Forest. Our tour tour guide will take you through the forest by car so you can explore the cacti that decorates the trails. Take a dip at Jaboncillo Beach and enjoy the views of Punta Ballena Beach.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Life vests and available for kids, please let us know the weight and age.
- The 10hours includes the time to get to each place from pick up to drop off from San Juan
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Life vests and available for kids, please let us know the weight and age.
- The 10hours includes the time to get to each place from pick up to drop off from San Juan
- Guests with pick up in Ponce: tour lasts 7 hours
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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