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PuertoRico
Puerto Rico
Arrival to San Juan Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport
Passengers will identify Europcar, Avis or Budget shuttles that will take them to the car rental site.
Drive to your hotel in San Juan and spend the rest of the day at leisure; or take a short drive to Old San Juan, our beautiful colonial city and capital of Puerto Rico. Or simply enjoy the beaches of Isla Verde (Blue Flag Beach), Ocean Park, Condado or El Escambron (Blue Flag Beach).
Day 1
Arrive to Puerto Rico
Notice: This itinerary is based on a car rental and lodging included. We are also providing a list of places you can visit independently. This brochure is a suggested program. Rates will be quoted on time.
Welcome to SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO !
Stay in San Juan provided by Popcorn Tours, suggested hotels:
Zone 1 – Old San Juan; Sheraton Old San Juan:Zone 2 - Condado; BW Condado Palm: Superior / Doubletree by Hilton San Juan: San Juan Marriott: SuperiorZone 3 – Isla Verde; Howard Johnson Isla Verde: Superior / Embassy Suites San Juan: Intercontinental San Juan: Superior / Hotel Boutique - San Juan Water Beach Club.Courtyard by Marriott Isla Verde: Superior
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Old San Juan is the second oldest city in the Americas and the biggest and best natural harbor in the Caribbean. Here are some hints to spend the day in the Old City:
Optional:
• City Tour Old San Juan (can include shopping) – 4 hours. Pop Corn Tours provide this tour. For more information call 787-765-1776.
• San Felipe del Morro Castle and Fort San Cristobal (San Juan National Historic Site) – Administered by the National Park Service. Explore the largest fortress built by the Spaniards in the New World; visit the dungeons, tunnels, sentry boxes and experience how the Spanish soldiers lived while defending the city walls and harbor from pirates, corsairs and buccaneers.
• Route of San Juan Bautista (St. John the Baptist) – For those interested in the rich religious tradition, history and culture of the old city, this is the tour you’ll need! 4 hours. Pop Corn Tours provide this tour. For more information call 787-765-1776.
• Walk by your own and explore – Simply relax and walk through the cobblestone streets, visiting the shops, restaurants, cafes, parks and museums the old city has to o�er.
• Casa Bacardi (Cataño) – Situated across the bay in the municipality of Cataño, you can visit the largest rum distillery in the world. Enjoy an interactive tour through history and learn the rum production process.
• Dinner in the evening in Old San Juan – Many world famous restaurants are located in Recinto Sur, Fortaleza, San Francisco, Del Cristo and San Sebastian Street, Puerto Rican and International Cuisine for all tastes.
• National Gallery – �is museum is located in a XVI century Dominican convent. It contains paintings by Puerto Rican masters, like Jose Campeche and Francisco Oller, among other national treasures from the XVII to XX century. Open from Tuesday to Saturdays, from 9:30AM to 5:00PM. Closed on lunch hours 12:00M -1:00PM.
San Juan View
Old San Juan Old San Juan Harbor
San Juan View
Day 2
Explore San Juan
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Dinner in Old San Juan
Plaza de Armas
Fortaleza Street
Old San Juan
Casa Bacardi Plaza Colón
Optional (cont.):
• Architectural Tours of Old San Juan and its forts – Fun historically accurate tours based on the fascinating facts, rich history and unique architectural features of Old San Juan. Pop Corn Tours provide this tour, for more information cal 787-765-1776.
• Museum of the Americas – �is museum is located in the second level of Cuartel Ballajá, the last and largest structure built by the Spaniards in the XIX Century in the New World. Open from Tuesday to Saturday from 9:00AM to 4:00PM and on Sunday from 12:00PM to 5:00PM. Closed on Mondays.
• Plaza del Mercado Santurce, also known as La Placita – Is a market square very popular among locals and among tourists as well. Has been in business for more than 100 years. At night is one of the most popular places to hang out and spend a great time enjoying the “�esta” atmosphere only Puerto Rico o�ers.
• Museum of Art of Puerto Rico – Located in the neighborhood of Santurce, near the tourist zone of Condado and Isla Verde. Contains one of the largest collections of Puerto Rican art dating back from the XVIII Century to the present. Open Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00AM to 5:00PM and Sunday from 11:00AM to 6:00PM. Closed on Mondays.
• Plaza Las Americas – �e largest shopping mall in the Caribbean, Plaza Las Americas has more than 300 stores in 1.8 million square feet of commercial space. Just 10 minutes away from the tourist zones of Old San Juan, Condado and Isla Verde.
Day 2
Explore San Juan
San Felipe del Morro Castle, San Juan
Check-out from your hotel and head to the East Coast of Puerto Rico.
Driving time: 40 minutes
Explore by your own:
• The Outlet 66 Mall (Canóvanas) – With over 70 stores to choose from, the combination of good Shopping and beautiful beaches nearby, makes this mall a forced stop for those looking great deals and a marvelous shopping experience.
• El Portal del Yunque Information Center – El Yunque National Forest (Rio Grande) – El Portal del Yunque is the gateway to El Yunque National Forest. Here you can interact with exhibits and presentations about what to see and experience in the rainforest.
• El Yunque Rainforest (Río Grande) – Is the only rainforest in the U.S. National Park Service system. El Yunque has been a Federal Forest Reserve for over a century. Originally set aside in 1876 by the Spanish Crown, the forest represents one of the oldest reserves in the Western Hemisphere.
• Luquillo Beach (Luquillo) – Is one of the most popular and beautiful beaches in Puerto Rico. As background you have El Yunque Rainforest. �is world famous beach is certi�ed as a Blue Flag Beach. You can combine a visit to El Yunque Rainforest in the morning and in the a�ernoon enjoy Luquillo Beach!
Stay in Fajardo provided by Pop Corn Tours.
Suggested hotels: Fajardo Inn: El Conquistador Resort: Superior
Driving time: 40 minutes
Day 3
Canóvanas, Rio Grande and Luquillo
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San Juan View
Canóvanas, Rio Grande and Luquillo
El Yunque Rainforest
El Yunque Cascade
Puerto Rico Parrot
Luquillo Beach
The Outlet 66 Mall
Explore by your own:
• Las Croabas Bioluminescent Bay (Fajardo) – A main attraction that distinguish Puerto Rico as unique among the rest of the islands in the Caribbean. Las Croabas is one of three bioluminescent or glowing bays in Puerto Rico. Have a magical experience with the mysterious blue-green light in the water. Pop Corn Tours provide this tour. For information call: 787-765-1776.
• Catamaran (Fajardo) – Spend half or full day excursion on the East Coast, exploring uninhabited islands and cays, snorkeling and sipping tropical drinks. Tour provided by Pop Corn Tours. For information call: 787-765-1776
• Las Cabezas de San Juan Nature Reserve (Fajardo) – �e Conservation Trust of Puerto Rico owns this nature reserve in Fajardo. You should make your reservations directly visiting their web page www.�deicomiso.org before landing in Puerto Rico or when in Puerto Rico calling �e Conservation Trust directly at 787-722-5882.
Activities if staying at El Conquistador Resort:
• Private Beach at Palomino Island – �is beach is located in the private island of Palomino. El Conquistador Resort o�ers ferry transfers to its guests every hour. From Palomino island you can enjoy a beautiful view of the East Coast of Puerto Rico and the magni�cent El Yunque Rainforest.
• Coqui Water Park at El Conquistador Resort – 2.4 Acres of thrill and adventure await you at the family-friendly Coqui Water Park located at La Marina Village. Featuring a myriad exhilarating slides, rapids and trendy restaurants and bar, the water park is guaranteed to bring non-stop fun to guests of all ages. Operation hours: 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Stay in Fajardo provided by Pop Corn Tours
Suggested hotels in Fajardo: Fajardo Inn:El Conquistador Resort: Superior El Conquistador Resort: El Conquistador Resort: El Conquistador Resort: El Conquistador Resort:
Day 4
Explore Fajardo
San Juan View
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San Juan View
Catamaran
Bioluminescent Bay
Palomino BeachPalomino Island
Check-out from your hotel and drive to San Juan. Arrive to your hotel in San Juan and spend the rest of the day relaxing or enjoying the facilities. Or go shopping to Plaza Las Americas or �e Mall of San Juan.
Driving time from Fajardo to San Juan: 1 hour
Stay in San Juan provided by Popcorn Tours, suggested hotels:
Zone 1 – Old San Juan; Sheraton Old San Juan:Zone 2 - Condado; BW Condado Palm: Superior / Doubletree by Hilton San Juan: San Juan Marriott: SuperiorZone 3 – Isla Verde; Howard Johnson Isla Verde: Superior / Embassy Suites San Juan: Intercontinental San Juan: Superior / Hotel Boutique - San Juan Water Beach Club /Courtyard by Marriott Isla Verde: Superior
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Day 5
Return to San Juan
Driving time from Fajardo to San Juan: 1 hour
Check-out from your hotel and return the car to Europcar, Avis or Budget Car Rental.
Transfer to San Juan Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport.
Day 6
Return Home
Day 1Arrival
Day 6 Return
Day 2 & 5San Juan
Day 4Fajardo
Night StayAirport Place of interest
Day 3Canóvanas, Rio Grande& Luquillo
Itinerary
Palomino Beach
El Yunque Rainforest, Rio Grande
El Yunque Rainforest, Rio Grande Monserrate Beach, Luquillo
Snorklling
Las Croabas Bioluminiscent Bay, Fajardo
Contact Information:
PopCorn Tours Wholesale & DMC – Receptive Tour OperatorPuerto Rico
Reservation: [email protected]: www.pct.travel
Telephone: 1-787-765-1776
1007 Ave. Muñoz RiveraEdificio Darlington
San Juan, Puerto Rico 00925
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
• The quote will be ready 24hrs after requested.• Rates per person and USD.
• Net Rates.• According inclusions indicated.
• Subjet to availability.• Rates subjets to change without notice.
• Total payment two weeks before to first service.• Payment procedure:
• Credit Card, add 3% total invoice.• Wire transfer, add $ 45 USD charge bank.
• Cancelation Policy:• 4 days or less and No Shows: 100% penalty (non refund)
• 7 – 5 days before to arriving dte: 50% total amount.• 8 - 10 days before to arriving date: 25% total amount.
• 11 or more days: $ 35 USD one charge.