4 days in Culebra, San Juan & El Yunque National Forest Itinerary

With much of Culebra a nature refuge, the tropical island has been protected from overdevelopment, chain hotels, and the cruise set.

For traveler tips, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Culebra trip itinerary maker site.

Newark, USA to Culebra is an approximately 10-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Newark to Culebra. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Newark in June: high temperatures in Culebra hover around 89°F and lows are around 79°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sat) so you can fly to San Juan.

Founded by the Spanish in 1521, San Juan is the oldest city under U.S. jurisdiction and one of the oldest in the Americas.

Start off your visit on the 25th (Sun): ponder the world of politics at La Fortaleza - Palacio de Santa Catalina, then get to know the fascinating history of Sitio Histórico de San Juan, and then stop by Old San Juan.

To find where to stay, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, go to the San Juan holiday builder site.

Traveling by flight from Culebra to San Juan takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry, taxi, and shuttle. In June, daily temperatures in San Juan can reach 89°F, while at night they dip to 78°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Mon) so you can drive to El Yunque National Forest.

Kick off your visit on the 26th (Mon): take a peaceful walk through El Yunque National Forest.

For maps, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, read El Yunque National Forest trip builder app.

Drive from San Juan to El Yunque National Forest in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle. Expect a daytime high around 89°F in June, and nighttime lows around 78°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Mon) so you can travel back home.