Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit, two destinations located together but with unparalleled characteristics that distinguish them from each other.
Let´s start with Puerto Vallarta, a majestic place surrounded by the Sierra Madre Occidental of the state of Jalisco; at the same time the waters in all its coasts come from the immense Mexican Pacific. This treasured tourist destination is characterized mainly by conserving the rustic and epic of a place that used to be a beautiful city on the beach. Currently we can find all kinds of amenities, such as large hotels of excellent categories, activities of all kinds, turquoise blue beaches, variety of restaurants and landscapes you will never forget.
However, the heart of Vallarta is located in the center of the city, where you will find galleries, exhibitions, the promenade, nightlife, restaurants and many other things that will surprise you.
After 10 minutes from the International Airport of Puerto Vallarta (Ignacio L. Vallarta) is the famous Riviera Nayarit which also extends along 307 km on the Pacific, starting from Nuevo Vallarta to Boca de Tecapan.
The main tourist attractions are the beautiful beaches and natural regions that contain mangroves, wetlands, coastal lagoons, archaeological remains, magical towns and archaeological reserves located along the Riviera. It has hotels of great tourism of fame and world recognition, without forgetting that in this area we have the Isabel Island National Park and the beautiful Marietas Islands.
Excellent description for both destinations but the question is what to do in 7 days in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit?
Day 1: Puerto Vallarta arrival.
When you arrive at the airport don´t waste your time waiting for a taxi, better give yourself a luxury and don´t worry about how to transport yourself to your hotel. Talk with people who are from there and who can give you suggestions of what to do in Puerto Vallarta, for that there is Vallarta Transfers and Incentives which offers quality transportation while making you forget the stress of the long flight hours you spent at the same time feel safe in a country like Mexico; Vallarta Transfers and Incentives has service in both destinations, since your arrival you are received by a representative of the company with a signage that has your name written on it; You will get a beer or water drink in courtesy.
Let’s think that your hotel is located in Puerto Vallarta or in Nuevo Vallarta, when you get there you can begin to enjoy the ocean view of the room you booked to later prepare and go to dinner at old Down town place where you could find divine restaurants with ocean views and beautiful decorations obviously stating that the food to be tasted will be exquisite. Old Down Town reflects the typical style of a Mexican town, with his cobblestone streets, squares and others.
At the end of the dinner, we can suggest you visiting the “los muertos” wharf, which measures approximately one hundred meters above sea level, there you can admire the ocean that surrounds our city, spend a romantic moment under the light of the moon and enjoy the beauty of the illuminated bay at night.
And don´t forget that Vallarta Transfers and Incentives drive you anywhere in the city.
Day 2: Meet the heart of Vallarta
This day can start taking a breakfast at your wonderfull Hotel which usually have all kinds of services that will help you feel comfortable like to be at home, at the end we will suggest you a nice visit to the heart of Vallarta (downtown) and what better choice of a reliable transporter such as Vallarta Transfers & Incetives who will be waiting for you at the place that you requested.
We will start from the Plaza Hidalgo which is located a few meters from the famous boardwalk, across the street you can find a typical parish of Vallarta called “Nuestra Señora del Refugio” which was built since 1960 don´t forget to take pictures or video with your cell phone. A couple blocks to the south you will find the emblematic icon of the city “El Malecón de Puerto Vallarta” or the boardwalk whcih has a length of 870 meters and is just a few steps from the sea, this boadwalk starts from the famous Hotel Rosita and concludes until the romantic area passing the Arches, there you can find a variety of places such as restaurants, bars, art galleries, jewelry stores, sculptures and more during your trip.
When you get to Los Arcos just crossing the street you will find the Main Square or Plaza de Armas while in the background you will be surprised to see one of the most visited and characteristic places of our city: The Lady of Guadalupe Parish with a beautiful architecture that will make you stay impressed.
Now that if you like to collect crafts or buy souvenirs you can find the Municipal Market of Puerto Vallarta that offers visitors a variety of crafts, traditional clothing, jewelry and food typical of the country. Modern and functional it was inaugurated on November 28, 1979. It has two floors and 159 premises but it is not the only place that exists to explore beacuase it is also the Island of the Cuale River, this island is right in the middle of the down town and the Old down town. Your can conclude this day with a visit to Los Muertos beach admiring the sunset.
And don´tt forget that Vallarta Transfers and Incentives will be waiting for you to take you back to your hotel.
Day 3: Tours that you cannot miss
During this day you can organize a trip to the uninhabited island calls: Islas Marietas National Park they has a unique and undeniable beauty but you may wonder how you can get there, right? Vallarta Adeventures has the ideal tour for this class of activity which starts very early including breakfast, drinks, and a highly friendly and trained team that will give you the tour and the specific indications so that you can enjoy the tour without problems even arriving to the island you can practice snorkeling and kayaking while you listening the music that they play on the boat that you are traveling on.
And what do you think if you end your day with the most visited tour in puerto vallarta, “Ritmos de la noche” by Vallarta Adventures which takes you to an island called “Las caletas” shortly after 7 pm you will be surrounded by a jungle tropical with an atmosphere illuminated by candles and torches that will lead you to a mystic ancestral pyramid and an amphitheater that live hidden among the trees and palm trees. In its surroundings you will find a small town full of people who for generations have lived in harmony with nature, every night the ancestral spirits come back to life in a magical theatrical presentation that you will never forget as you will observe powerful images, original music, dance and incredible acrobatics that will catch you. Let your imagination and creativity fly with Savia: The Legend of the 5 Suns and then enjoy a candlelight dinner relaxed by the sway of the wind. Real delicacies for the palate, good wine and delicious drinks await you.
Remember Vallarta Transfers and Incentives takes you to where you take the Tour.
Day 4: Knowing beautiful crystalline beaches and sailing with pirates
Why if you schedule a visit to the wonderful beaches that are located in the south of the city, it is very easy, Vallarta Transfers and Incentivescan drive you to Boca de Tomates beach where you can rent a water taxi to visit the most beautiful and crystalline beaches like Colomitos, La Animas, Quimixto, Majahuitas or Yelapa; At Yelapa you will find a small magical town where you should not miss tasting a succulent and famous banana or cheese pie. You can not forget take a picture of the popular Arcos de Puerto Vallarta also located to the south of the city which consists in two small granite islands that protrude from the sea surface.
When you have completed the visit to the beach of your choice, why not you choose the night to take a tour called the Marigalante it is a boat that represents the exact replica of the ship of Cristobal Colon: The Santa Maria, 3 wooden masts are appreciated with triangular velamen. Four impressive decks with a total capacity of 240 passengers. You will see the swords shine in acrobatic fights between pirates, descending between ropes, bombarding the town with their cannons and exploding the gunpowder under a shower of fireworks that will make you feel part of this reckless show, sailing aboard this impressive Galleon of more than 700 tons, where you will eat the most delicious dinner of the Port, enjoy the sunset, refresh yourself with National free bar and unlimited entertainment.
At the end of your tour, Vallarta Transfers and Incentives will be waiting for you to take you back to your hotel.
Day 5: Knowing a bit of Riviera Nayarit
We have talked a lot about the center and south of Vallarta, what if we went to the north by Riviera Nayarit which also has a lot to show us. If you are a lover of golf you have the opportunity to spend a morning at the Flamingos Golf Course, which is surrounded by hotels, condominiums and lagoons that are a natural refuge for birds and other species. In addition there is a crocodile and there are the natural areas La Vejiga and El Quelele.
Later there we invite you to know the town of Bucerias where Vallarta Transfers and Icentives can show you; Bucerias has the longest beach stretch in the Rivera, however it is a town with full nocturnal attractions because it has several bars, restaurants and clubs that will give you fun and dancing full time. It has a handicraft market so you can buy souvenirs of this place.
Day 6: Let’s go to Sayulita
This day see a full color town known by surfers lovers of this sport comes from all over the world to enjoy the waves of this charming place. Vallarta Transfers and Incentives can take you comfortably to Sayulita once you get there ride a bike and walk through the cobbled streets, go around every corner to find crafts, restaurants of all kinds where you can listen to music, have a refreshing drink, eat seafood, some good dessert, Swedish massage and what better than appreciate the sunset from this place.
In the evening, go and look for a place where you can have fun, dancing salsa, reggee or cumbias. And do not worry about how to get back, because when you hiring Vallarta Transfers and Incentives you will ensure that you will arrive safely at your hotel.
Day 7: Experience or live the sport you dream of.
If you are a fan of some sport or you wish to have a crazy and unforgetable adventure we have the following proposals for you: port fishing, snorkeling, kayak diving, watercraft, ATV, Rappelling, mountain biking, Hike through the mountains, Parachuting, Paddle Surfing, Surfing, Kite Surfing, Beach Volleyball, Swimming and Golf, and many other options that you can find at Puerto Vallarta or Riviera Nayarit, you have to choose which one goes with your personality and that´s it remember that Vallarta Transfers and Incentives can provide you any information about it and also drive you wherever you want.
Good trip on the way home. Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit will be waiting for you again.
