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Puerto Vallarta 4-Day Itinerary

  • Day 1: Morning hike at El Eden, afternoon exploring local cultural markets, dinner at La Leche.
  • Day 2: Sunrise paddleboarding at Los Muertos Beach, midday swimming at Las Caletas Beach, dinner at Vista Grill.
  • Day 3: Visiting the Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe, midday at the Puerto Vallarta Botanical Gardens, dinner at River Cafe.
  • Day 4: Zip lining at Canopy River, midday at Playa Mismaloya for snorkeling, dinner at The Swedes.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • El Eden (1.5 hours, $10 entrance fee)
  • Local Markets (2 hours, varies)
  • La Leche (2 hours, $60+ per person)
  • Los Muertos Beach (2 hours, paddleboard rental $15 per hour)
  • Las Caletas Beach (3 hours, $99 per person for day trip)
  • Vista Grill (2 hours, $40+ per person)
  • Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe (1 hour, free)
  • Puerto Vallarta Botanical Gardens (3 hours, $15 per person)
  • River Cafe (2 hours, $50+ per person)
  • Canopy River (2 hours, $75+ per person)
  • Playa Mismaloya (3 hours, snorkeling gear rental $15 per hour)
  • The Swedes (2 hours, $30+ per person)
  • Total Costs: $489+

Transportation

  • Taxis are readily available and affordable for short trips around the city.
  • For longer trips or exploring outside the city, renting a car is recommended.
  • Buses are also an option for traveling within and around the city for a cheaper cost, but may take longer.
  • Uber and Lyft are not recommended as they do not operate in Puerto Vallarta.

Key Attractions, Restaurants, and Points of Interest

Tips:

If you have extra time, consider adding a day trip to Sayulita Beach or Yelapa Waterfalls. If you have less time, consider narrowing down to three key destinations per day to fully enjoy each location.

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