Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Miami
You'll fly into Miami and get settled at your hotel, then head down to South Beach. Ocean Drive is where you'll want to spend time that first evening, walking past the Art Deco buildings and checking out the palm-lined streets. Grab dinner at Naked Taco and soak in the local atmosphere as the sun sets over the water.
Optional Activities
- Explore South Beach and Ocean Drive
- Dinner at Naked Taco
Landmarks South Beach Ocean Drive 
- Day 2
Miami
Start early with a hearty Cuban breakfast at Versailles Restaurant in Little Havana, then walk along Calle Ocho to take in the Latin energy with its colorful houses and salsa music filling the streets. From there, head downtown to check out Miami's skyscrapers and their reflections. Later in the afternoon, you'll make your way to Wynwood where the street art really takes over, then explore the galleries, craft beer spots and unique boutiques scattered throughout the neighborhood.
Optional Activities
- Breakfast at Versailles Restaurant in Little Havana (Cuban Cubano and café con leche)
- Stroll along Calle Ocho
- Explore downtown Miami
- Visit Wynwood art galleries and street art
Landmarks Little Havana Calle Ocho Wynwood - Day 3
Miami
You've got flexibility today, so play it by ear. The Bayside Marketplace offers live music and street food if you want to stay downtown, or head over to Miami Beach for swimming in the turquoise water surrounded by palm trees. The iconic Lifeguard Towers make great photo stops if that appeals to you. It's really up to what feels right for the day.
Optional Activities
- Visit Bayside Marketplace for live music and street food
- Beach day at Miami Beach with swimming
Landmarks Bayside Marketplace Miami Beach - Day 4
Miami
Your last day in Miami is yours to shape. Take a stroll along Lincoln Road or wander through Coconut Grove, the city's oldest district where things feel more laid-back and charming. Fit in anything you still want to do, then head to Miami Beach as the sun starts dropping low. Kick off your shoes, walk into the sand and watch the sky turn pink and orange as the day wraps up.
Optional Activities
- Stroll along Lincoln Road
- Explore Coconut Grove
- Sunset at Miami Beach
Landmarks Lincoln Road Coconut Grove Miami Beach - Day 5
Miami to Curaçao
You'll say goodbye to Miami and fly out to Curaçao. After landing, pick up your rental car at the airport and drive toward Willemstad, taking in the island's colorful buildings and scenery along the way. Once you reach your accommodation, you can either settle in for the evening or start exploring if you've got the energy for it.
Landmarks Willemstad 
- Day 6
Willemstad
Explore Willemstad's historic center, where the colorful painted buildings make up a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You'll walk past the famous Handelskade facade and then head to the Queen Emma Bridge, a swinging bridge that pivots to let ships pass through. Check out the floating market where early morning traders from Venezuela arrive by fishing boat to sell exotic fruits and vegetables.
Included Activities
- Stroll through Willemstad city center
- Visit Queen Emma Bridge
- Explore floating market
Landmarks Willemstad Historic Center Handelskade Queen Emma Bridge Floating Market 
- Day 7
Willemstad to Soto
Drive west in your rental car to Soto and check into a charming yellow country house surrounded by green landscape. Head to Shete Boka National Park to explore seven small bays (there's an optional entrance fee). The main draw is Boka Pistol, where water fountains shoot up to 10 meters high through a washed-out rock formation, and you can experience it either by driving through or hiking one of two trails.
Optional Activities
- Visit Shete Boka National Park
- View Boka Pistol water fountains
- Hiking trails through Shete Boka National Park
Landmarks Shete Boka National Park Boka Pistol - Day 8
Soto
Start early and tackle Mount Christoffel, the island's highest mountain, where you'll pass man-high cacti and tropical plants on the way up. The summit gives you sweeping views across green landscape down to the blue ocean. Later, drive to Playa Piskado to snorkel with sea turtles, local fishermen gather there daily and the turtles come in for feeding opportunities.
Optional Activities
- Hike Mount Christoffel
- Snorkel and swim with turtles at Playa Piskado
Landmarks Christoffel National Park Mount Christoffel Playa Piskado - Day 9
Soto to Willemstad
Drive back toward Willemstad but stop at Grote Knip and Kleine Knip beaches first, where white sand feels like powdered sugar and the turquoise water is crystal clear, all framed by rocky cliffs that make for great photos. Spend time on the beach, then as evening arrives, head to Kas di Piskado Purunchi for dinner with ocean views, a restaurant built on stilts serving freshly caught fish with traditional sides.
Optional Activities
- Beach day at Grote Knip and Kleine Knip
- Dinner at Kas di Piskado Purunchi
Landmarks Grote Knip Beach Kleine Knip Beach Mount Christoffel - Day 10
Willemstad
If you're interested, grab a breakfast box from Baked Curaçao with island pudding, typical Curaçao sandwiches or freshly squeezed orange-mango juice. After that, head to Cas Abao Beach, which ranks among the world's most beautiful beaches with fine white sand and turquoise water framed by shady palm trees. The underwater views are incredible, and there's a beach bar for cold drinks.
Optional Activities
- Breakfast box from Baked Curaçao
- Visit Cas Abao Beach
Landmarks Cas Abao Beach - Day 11
Willemstad
Head to Tugboat Beach to explore a sunken ship covered in colorful coral sitting at just 2 meters depth. The water is so clear you can see the wreck without fully submerging, and you can dive down to get closer looks at the ship, schools of fish and moray eels. After you're done, relax on shore under the palm trees and let the water dry off.
Optional Activities
- Snorkel and dive at Tugboat Beach to explore sunken ship
Landmarks Tugboat Beach - Day 12
Willemstad
Spend time exploring Willemstad's street art scene, particularly in the Scharloo district where building facades are covered in colorful murals. Look for the green Wedding Cake House with its distinctive frosting-like decorations and bring your camera for photos. Grab lunch at Mundo Bizarro in the Pietermaai district, a quirky restaurant with surprising and unusual menu creations.
Optional Activities
- Self-guided city tour of street art in Scharloo district
- Photograph Wedding Cake House
- Lunch at Mundo Bizarro
Landmarks Scharloo District Wedding Cake House Pietermaai District - Day 13
Willemstad
Pack sunscreen, your camera and some anticipation, then head to Jan Kok Beach to search for wild flamingos. Drive with your favorite music playing, stopping to capture the natural beauty you see along the way. Photograph the flamingos in the water, then head to Kokomo Beach for more photo opportunities including a swing right out in the sea.
Optional Activities
- Visit Jan Kok Beach to see wild flamingos
- Photography at Kokomo Beach swing
Landmarks Jan Kok Beach Kokomo Beach - Day 14
Departure from Curaçao
Your final morning in Curaçao, take one last drive through the colorful streets and soak in the beautiful coastline before heading to the airport. Return your rental car and make your way to check in for your flight home as the island paradise disappears below you.
Landmarks Willemstad - Day 15
Arrival Home
You'll land at your home airport and head back, reflecting on the adventure and thinking about the stories you'll share with friends and family about everything you experienced on the trip.
