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Stroll through the cobblestone streets of Old San Juan, where you'll visit historic forts, churches, and plazas. Learn about the city's colonial past and its strategic importance in the Caribbean. Immerse yourself in the vibrant history and culture of Puerto Rico with Dr. José Morales, a seasoned historian with a PhD in History of America, specializing in Puerto Rican and Caribbean history. With over 15 years of experience teaching history, culture, and social sciences at various universities in Puerto Rico, Dr. Morales offers an in-depth exploration of the island's heritage, from its indigenous roots to its African influences.

Venture into the shadows of San Juan with Puerto Rico Ghosts, where vibrant history meets spine-chilling tales of the supernatural! This immersive ghost tour uncovers the darker side of San Juan, revealing sinister secrets hidden beneath its picturesque charm. As you walk the cobblestone streets, you’ll join fellow seekers in unraveling the mysteries that haunt this enchanting city. Every site, from the eerie Plaza del Quinto Centenario to the storied Cuartel de Ballaja, is steeped in history and ghostly encounters. This mile-long journey takes you through San Juan’s most haunted and historic locations, including the Museo de las Americas and Casa Blanca, where centuries of unexplained activity come to life. With each step, you’ll feel the weight of the past pressing in, making this tour an unforgettable plunge into Puerto Rico’s ghostly legacy. Gather your courage and dive into the chilling world of San Juan’s haunted history!

What makes this experience truly special is the setting and the vibe — you're not just learning salsa and bachata, you're dancing right by the beach with the ocean breeze, great music, and a fun, welcoming atmosphere. This isn't a formal, intimidating class. It's relaxed, beginner-friendly, and designed for everyone to feel comfortable, whether you've never danced before or already have some moves. We kick things off with a complimentary welcome Coquito — a traditional Puerto Rican coconut drink, completely non-alcoholic so everyone can enjoy it — before you start to dance. Every class ends with a sunset photoshoot and videos of you dancing — so you leave with incredible memories and content you'll actually want to share. You'll also get a taste of local Puerto Rican culture through music, rhythm, and connection — something you can't experience from just watching. Come dance, laugh, and leave with skills and memories you'll take home with you!

Experience the beauty of El Yunque Rainforest with the help of a guide to show you one of the best routes through the local landscape on this group excursion. Spend the day exploring the rainforest, stopping at watering holes and natural rock slides to swim, free dive, and cliff jump. At the end of the tour, your guide takes you to a traditional restaurant where you can eat like a local (own expense).

Get a comprehensive tour of the island of Puerto Rico during a single outing from San Juan. Spend the day in the company of a guide who will follow a carefully curated itinerary that includes many points of interest that typical tours don't cover. You'll see many of the island's natural features, including caves, beaches, and rivers, and listen to in-depth historical commentary. Your small group is limited to just 14 people for an intimate atmosphere.

Get a deeper look at Puerto Rican culture and experience San Juan like a local on this immersive private tour. Discover sights from street art and murals, bars and restaurants, to 16th-century forts. Hit tourist areas including Ocean Park, explore the 500-year-old city of Old San Juan, and see La Perla where the Despacito music video was filmed.

Live out your island castaway fantasies as you visit the deserted tropical island of Cayo Icacos from San Juan on this catamaran sailing cruise. Escape the crowds on land and sail into the aquamarine waters of the Caribbean, admiring views of the El Yunque mountains in the distance, before arriving at the nature preserve of Icacos for a leisurely day of swimming, snorkeling, lunch, and rum cocktails.

Capture memories on this private photography walking tour through Old San Juan's historic streets. Pose at photogenic sites with colonial architecture and vibrant plazas. Receive 20 digital photos via a private online gallery within 5 to 10 days, perfect for families, couples, and creatives seeking more than snapshots.

Raise a glass of Puerto Rico’s finest rum during this guided tasting session at world-famous Casa BACARDI. Designed for guests seeking a deeper appreciation of rum, this structured seated tasting features aged BACARDI rums and guides participants through aroma, flavor, and finish. It also includes one welcome cocktail, Pavilion views, and time to visit the on-site gift shop.

See brilliant marine life and vibrant coral reefs on a guided snorkeling adventure in Culebra. After boarding your vessel, head to the nature reserve and explore two or three sprawling reefs that are home to wildlife like yellowtail snapper, eagle rays, and more. Relax on beautiful beaches, enjoy a light lunch included in the tour price, and dive back in for more snorkeling.

Enjoy aerial views of Luquillo and a unique experience on this flyboarding excursion. You'll get all instruction and an orientation before taking off for 30 minutes in the air on this jet-propelled flyboard, hovering above the surface of the water. All instruction and equipment are included, so even first-time fliers can participate.

Get your hips moving and experience Puerto Rican culture during this beginner salsa class. Meet your instructor at a centrally located park for your outdoor lesson and learn basic salsa steps to rhythmic music. Breathe in the fresh air while you dance and after your lesson, take your newfound skills to the dance floor.

Immerse yourslef in the history and culture of San Juan Old Town on a relaxed walking tour that reveals secret spots that you might otherwise miss. Numbers are limited to only 18 people, so you’ll enjoy personalized attention as you tick off top attractions in the 500-year-old historic center.

Get ready to get active on this trip to El Yunque. Follow your guide on a hike through the rainforest and onto hidden pools and slides. Jump, swim and make memories in these natural water features. Bring down the adrenaline with a stop at Playa Luquillo, where you can choose your lunch at one of the oldest markets in Puerto Rico. Perfect for trying local dishes and unwinding after a busy morning.

Experience the old and the new in the atmospheric neighborhood of Old San Juan on this 2-hour small-group tour by Segway. Effortlessly zoom around the 500-year-old colonial architecture of this ancient neighborhood as you visit 25 of the top attractions in the area, and learn about its evolution from Spanish colony to US territory. This intimate sightseeing tour is limited to just 6 participants and also includes all entrance fees, a helmet, secure storage, filtered water and sunscreen. Please note the weight restrictions on this tour, located in the 'additional information section'.

Enjoy sky-high views overlooking El Yunque—Puerto Rico’s tropical rainforest—and a thrilling half-day out with this zipline experience. Choose between morning and afternoon tour times, and hop aboard an air-conditioned shuttle straight from your hotel. Upon arrival, get acquainted with the zipline, grab your safety gear, and get ready to soar above the trees.

Stroll the cobblestone streets of Old San Juan without worrying about losing your way on this cocktail and history tour. Visit a few bars to learn about why Puerto Rico is considered the Rum Capital of the World, and sip rum-infused cocktails at each locally loved location. Plus, a small group ensures personalized attention.

Get a deeper understanding of Old San Juan than you could on your own with a small-group walking tour through the historic part of the Puerto Rican capital. Follow your guide through historic streets, learning about the city's story along the way. Wrap up with a visit to El Morro, where you get the privilege of entering through a dedicated entrance just for groups.

The Cordillera Keys Nature Reserve lies about half an hour from Fajardo. Enjoy its golden sands and rich coral reef on this snorkeling tour, with all equipment provided, even clip-on flotation devices, plus guides to help identify the tropical species that you see. After snorkeling, enjoy a light lunch and open bar, with soft drinks, water, and Puerto Rican rum.

Explore the underwater world of Puerto Rico on a guided snorkeling adventure. Receive a lesson from a professional diver and enjoy a hassle-free outing with all the equipment you need. Then swim through the tropical waters off Guaynabo and see brilliantly-colored tropical fish, sea turtles, and other marine creatures. Afterward, revisit your experience with a GoPro video of your snorkeling excursion included in the tour price.

Venture into the heart of Puerto Rico’s lush El Yunque rainforest during this small-group, half-day excursion from the San Juan area. Following morning pickup directly from your hotel, travel via air-conditioned vehicle into the forest, where you’ll go for a hike through the foliage, and learn more about the wildlife that calls El Yunque home. Next, swim in natural pool, go cliff-diving and rope-swinging if you dare, and admire the waterfalls.

Experience the best that San Juan has to offer, without the logistical hassles, on a half-day sightseeing tour around the city. Join a small group and board your vehicle to explore the highlights of San Juan including the basilica, the city gate, and La Fortaleza. You also take a guided walking tour around Old San Juan to dive deep into the colonial past of the city.

Head to the atmospheric Hacienda Santa Ana estate just outside San Juan for a rum tasting experience with both style and class, courtesy of Ron del Barrilito rum, which has been crafted here since 1880. After a welcome cocktail, tour the hacienda and learn about the heritage and art behind the rums. Then, sit down for a tutored tasting of four separate rums, including the limited edition Five Stars.

Get a flavor of Old San Juan with this highlights tour. Follow your guide as you learn about the history surrounding the Capitol building and El Morro. Then, hop in a vehicle and drive to the Bacardi Rum Distillery for a full tour of the factory. Great for guests wanting a busy day of sightseeing with the option to sit back with an alcoholic drink at the end.