Puerto Rico

An Outdoor Discovery of Puerto Rico’s History & Heritage

Program No. 15635RJ
Learn the story of Puerto Rico through its archaeological sites, ancient forts, seaside villages, a historic coffee plantation and the grand architecture and monuments of Old San Juan.

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Oct 27 - Nov 3, 2024
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Oct 27 - Nov 3, 2024
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3,689
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Dec 1 - Dec 8, 2024
Starting at
3,689
Jan 12 - Jan 19, 2025
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4,179
Jan 19 - Jan 26, 2025
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4,179
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Feb 9 - Feb 16, 2025
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4,179
Feb 23 - Mar 2, 2025
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4,179
Mar 9 - Mar 16, 2025
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4,179
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Oct 26 - Nov 2, 2025
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4,179
Nov 9 - Nov 16, 2025
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4,179
Dec 7 - Dec 14, 2025
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4,179

At a Glance

Experience Puerto Rico’s colorful culture and history from pre-Columbian times to present U.S. stewardship. Led by local experts, explore a fascinating blend of historic cities and museums, beaches, seaside villages and natural wonders. Ponce, known as "the Pearl of the South," is a charming town with magnificent Spanish colonial architecture. Walk through its elegant historic district and top-notch museums, and enjoy galleries and historic sites in San Juan where the Puerto Rican culture is uniquely portrayed.
Activity Level
On Your Feet
One mile of walking over varied terrain.
Small Group
Small Group
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.

What You'll Learn

  • Venture to El Yunque for a short hike through the only tropical rainforest that is part of the U.S. National Forest System.
  • Enjoy a walking exploration of the San Felipe de Morro Fort and La Muralla (city wall) in Old San Juan, as well as one of Puerto Rico’s best preserved coffee plantations.
  • Visit Hacienda Don Manuel, located in Santa Isabel, and enjoy a ride among the pineapple, papaya and plantain fields. Get a close up look at the wind turbines on the farm.

General Notes

Featured Expert
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Andrea Torres
Andrea was born and raised in Puerto Rico and studied at the Interamerican University of Puerto Rico. She has been an active travel educator for over four years, leading trips through the only tropical rainforest in the United States, El Yunque, where she met her first Road Scholar group. “Being outdoors and leading travelers is my way of life,” she says. “It brings me joy to share my passion with others and to educate individuals on some of the amazing wonders of the world.”

Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.

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Andrea was born and raised in Puerto Rico and studied at the Interamerican University of Puerto Rico. She has been an active travel educator for over four years, leading trips through the only tropical rainforest in the United States, El Yunque, where she met her first Road Scholar group. “Being outdoors and leading travelers is my way of life,” she says. “It brings me joy to share my passion with others and to educate individuals on some of the amazing wonders of the world.”
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