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Puerto Rico Escape

south beach 10 mi from ponce

A Relaxing, Cultural Adventure
for Active Adults

Get ready for sun, flavor, music, and connection in Puerto Rico! This small-group escape is thoughtfully designed for active adult travelers looking for a worry-free, fully hosted cultural experience, complete with ocean breezes, dancing, and new friends.

Hosted by Karaya Travel, a small, family-owned Colorado-based company specializing in meaningful, small-group cultural experiences that connect travelers with the real Puerto Rico.

Trip Highlights

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Salsa lessons

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Snorkeling, sunset cruise & glowing Bioluminescent Bay adventure

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Guided tour of Old San Juan & El Morro Fortress

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Pineapple farm experience and local connections

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Plenty of beach & pool time at a luxury resort

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Shopping in colorful plazas and artisan markets

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Daily Highlights

Arrive in Paradise

Airport pickup • Scenic drive • Welcome dinner • Optional salsa lesson

South Island Discovery

Japanese Gardens • Ponce Plaza • Pineapple farm tour

Old San Juan

El Morro • Local lunch • Historic city exploration

Caribbean Waters

Morning at the resort • Snorkeling • Sunset cruise • Bioluminescent Bay swim

Beach & Celebration

Free day • Cultural crafts • Farewell dinner & live music

Departure

Breakfast • Return transfer to San Juan

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What's Included

Your 6-day Puerto Rico Escape includes everything you need for the perfect island getaway. Stay at a premium beachfront resort with all meals included, while we handle all transportation between activities and the airport. Your package features guided snorkeling excursions, authentic salsa lessons with local instructors, a breathtaking sunset cruise, and expert local guides for every adventure. With resort accommodations, daily breakfast and dinner, round-trip airport transfers, and all scheduled activities included in one price, you can focus on what matters most - experiencing Puerto Rico worry-free.

Beachfront Resort

Five nights at a beachfront resort in your own private room

Meals

Five nights at a beachfront resort in a private room

Tours

All listed tours and cultural activities

Transportation

Ground transportation and airport transfers

Guides

Licensed local guides and trip hosts

Resort Activities

Optional resort activities (free)

Booking Assistance

Optional round-trip airfare booking assistance

Small Group

Minimum of 5 and a maximum of 12 travelers per group

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Day 1

Arrival & Welcome to Puerto Rico

  • Airport pickup in San Juan (SJU)

  • Scenic drive to Copamarina Beach Resort & Spa in Guánica

  • Relax, settle in, and explore the grounds

  • Welcome Dinner at the resort with sunset views and trip orientation

  • Optional salsa lesson

Guests arrive at San Juan International Airport (SJU), where our team will greet them for a scenic drive to Copamarina Beach Resort & Spa. Settle in, stroll the beach, and join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner. Optional salsa lessons available after dinner.

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Day 2

Gardens, Plazas, and Pineapple Farm

  • Visit to Ponce's Japanese Garden, historic firehouse, and Castillo Serrallés

  • Lunch at Ponce Plaza (on your own) 

  • Visit to a pineapple farm or local agricultural site – meet farmers, learn about the land here

  • Return to resort for rest & relaxation & dinner

After a restful morning and breakfast at the resort, we’ll head out to explore the historic city of Ponce. The day includes a visit to the beautiful Japanese Gardens and Castillo Serrallés, with time to wander around the charming Ponce Plaza. Lunch is on your own at a local café of your choice. In the afternoon, we’ll take a guided agrotour of Finca Don Manuel, a working pineapple and tropical fruit farm where guests meet local farmers and even learn about the wind turbines dotting the landscape. Dinner back at the resort caps off a rich, refreshing day.

Day 3

Old San Juan & El Morro

  • Guided historic walking tour of El Morro Fortress, cobblestone streets, colorful colonial architecture

  • Lunch at a local restaurant (we will share our favorites)

  • Time for souvenir shopping and strolling through art galleries and boutiques

  • Return to resort for a relaxing evening and dinner

Today we head to the heart of historic Puerto Rico! Enjoy a guided walking tour through the vibrant streets of Old San Juan and the iconic El Morro Fortress, where you’ll dive into the island’s rich culture and colonial history. After the tour, you’ll have free time to explore on your own - shop for souvenirs, wander the cobblestone streets, or grab lunch at a local café. In the late afternoon, we’ll make our way back to the resort just in time to relax before another delicious dinner.

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Day 4

Snorkeling, Sunset, & Bioluminescence

  • Relaxed start, with free time or morning walk on the beach

  • Lunch at a local panadería

  • Early afternoon: Boat ride & calm water snorkeling in clear Caribbean waters

  • Late afternoon: Sunset cruise with light dinner and refreshments

  • Evening: Magical night tour and optional swim in a Bioluminescent Bay

  • Return to resort late evening

We’ll keep the morning slow with time to sleep in or enjoy the pool after breakfast. Midday, we’ll stop at a local panadería for lunch, then head out for an easy-paced snorkeling adventure in calm Caribbean waters. After that, we’ll enjoy a light dinner and drinks before boarding our sunset cruise. The day ends with a visit to the glowing Bioluminescent Bay - one of Puerto Rico’s most unique natural wonders. You’ll head back to the resort full of smiles and great stories.

Day 5

Leisure & Cutlture at the Resort

  • A full day of relaxation at Copamarina
    (Beach lounging, swimming, optional gentle wellness activities)

  • Optional resort activities and excursions available 

  • Farewell Dinner

This day is yours to design! Spend the day enjoying the beach, pool, or spa or choose from a variety of optional cultural or recreational activities. There may also be additional excursions available to join. In the evening, we’ll come together for a festive farewell dinner to wrap up an unforgettable week.

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Day 6

Departure

  • Breakfast at the resort

  • Group transfer to San Juan Airport (SJU)

After a final breakfast with the group, we’ll provide full support for your return trip to the San Juan Airport. No stress, no hassle — just easy goodbyes and a suitcase full of sunny memories.

Gallery

Take a look at some of the sights you will explore when you travel with Karaya Travel.

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