15 days in Haiti Itinerary

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.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Port-au-Prince: Place Saint-Pierre (in Petionville), Rosie's Boutique (in Cabaret) and Kokoye Beach (in Petit Goave). There's lots more to do: take an in-depth tour of Museum Ogier-Fombrun, pause for some serene contemplation at Notre Dame Cathedral Ruins, admire the natural beauty at Parc de Martissant, and sample the tasty concoctions at Barbancourt Rum Distillery.

To see other places to visit, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Port-au-Prince trip itinerary site.

Melbourne, Australia to Port-au-Prince is an approximately 34-hour flight. You'll gain 15 hours traveling from Melbourne to Port-au-Prince due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Melbourne in December, expect nights in Port-au-Prince to be much warmer, around 28°C, while days are somewhat warmer, around 37°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Fri) early enough to go by car 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, explore the world behind art at Jacmel Arts Center, hunt for treasures at Marche de Fer, and kick back and relax at Jacmel Beach.

To find photos, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Jacmel day trip site.

You can drive from Port-au-Prince to Jacmel in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 37°C in December, and nighttime lows around 28°C. On the 15th (Tue), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Cap-Haitien.

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

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Cap-Haitien: Milot (Cathedrale de Milot, Citadelle Laferrière, &more) and A Paradise Cove Escape and Haitian Village Experience (in Labadee). The adventure continues: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cathedrale Notre Dame de Cap Haitien, pause for some photo ops at Heros de Vertieres, and contemplate the long history of National History Park - Citadel, Sans Souci, Ramiers.

For where to stay, maps, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Cap-Haitien sightseeing planner.

Traveling by car from Jacmel to Cap-Haitien takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus; or take a bus. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Jacmel in December: highs in Cap-Haitien hover around 32°C, while lows dip to 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel back home.