22 days in Haiti Itinerary

Haiti's second city, Cap-Haitien offers an atmosphere at odds with what you'll find in the capital.

Explore Cap-Haitien's surroundings by going to A Paradise Cove Escape and Haitian Village Experience (in Labadee) and Milot (Cathedrale de Milot, Citadelle Laferrière, &more). There's lots more to do: steep yourself in history at National History Park - Citadel, Sans Souci, Ramiers, pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedrale Notre Dame de Cap Haitien, and pause for some photo ops at Heros de Vertieres.

For more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, use the Cap-Haitien day trip app.

Durham, USA to Cap-Haitien is an approximately 15.5-hour combination of flight and car. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Durham in July since evenings lows in Cap-Haitien dip to 80°F. You'll have a few hours on the 7th (Wed) to wrap things up before traveling to Jacmel.

Sitting sheltered from the elements in a wide bay, Jacmel has gained a reputation as a welcoming and peaceful coastal town.

Jacmel is known for nature, beaches, and shopping. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: take in the dramatic scenery at Bassin Bleu, hunt for treasures at Marche de Fer, take in the exciting artwork at Jacmel Arts Center, and kick back and relax at Jacmel Beach.

To see photos, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Jacmel day trip planning app.

Getting from Cap-Haitien to Jacmel by car takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and taxi; or take a bus. Traveling from Cap-Haitien in July, expect nights in Jacmel to be about the same, around 80°F, while days are somewhat warmer, around 95°F. On the 12th (Mon), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Port-a-Piment.

Start off your visit on the 13th (Tue): Head underground at Grotte Marie Jeanne. On the 14th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: don't miss a visit to 500 marches Medaille Miraculeuse.

For reviews, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Port-a-Piment trip planner.

You can drive from Jacmel to Port-a-Piment in 5.5 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 14th (Wed) to allow time for travel to Petit Goave.

Petit-Goâve is a coastal commune in the Léogâne Arrondissement in the Ouest department of Haiti. Change things up with these side-trips from Petit Goave: Fort des Anglais (in Zanglais) and Fort des Oliviers (in Saint-Louis-du-Sud). There's more to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Kokoye Beach.

To find where to stay, ratings, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Petit Goave online day trip planner.

Traveling by car from Port-a-Piment to Petit Goave takes 4 hours. July in Petit Goave sees daily highs of 95°F and lows of 80°F at night. You will have some time to spend on the 18th (Sun) before leaving for Port-au-Prince.

Port-au-Prince, the capital of Haiti, gives most visitors their first taste of the country, along with all of its rugged and lively charm.

Venture out of the city with trips to Fort Jacques (in Kenscoff), Montrouis (Museum Ogier-Fombrun & Kay Piat) and Place Saint-Pierre (in Petionville). There's still lots to do: examine the collection at Musee du Pantheon National Haitien, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Notre Dame Cathedral Ruins, explore the ancient world of Papillon Enterprise, and explore the world behind art at Village Artistique de Noailles.

To see traveler tips, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Port-au-Prince trip builder app.

You can drive from Petit Goave to Port-au-Prince in 1.5 hours. In July in Port-au-Prince, expect temperatures between 95°F during the day and 80°F at night. On the 24th (Sat), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.