Volcanoes, bargaining at local markets, Opportunities for whitewater rafting, misty Monteverde cloud forest, breathtaking Ometepe Island, colourful colonial Granada and Antigua, exploring coral reefs off of the Bay Islands and Belize, Guatemala overnight homestay, Mayan ruins of Copán and Tikal, Mayan Riviera's white sand
From ancient ruins to active volcanoes, get off the beaten track and discover extraordinary Central America—on a shoestring. Visit six countries in 32 days on this exciting classic adventure and experience clear Caribbean waters, tropical rainforests and all the breathtaking scenery in between. Explore indigenous Mayan villages and soak in the region's incredible culture. Our CEOs will ensure your accommodation and transportation are covered—so you can choose the activities and sights that interest you—the adventure is yours to choose!
What's Included
- Orientation walk in Granada and Antigua, Excursion to the Bay Islands, Mayan Riviera beaches.
- 1 Dinner. (Allow USD710-900 for meals not included.)
- Simple hotels (30 nts), local homestay (1 nt).
- Public bus, boat, van, taxi, walking.
- Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout.
- Small group experience; Max 16, Avg 10
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Places Visited
- Belize
- Costa Rica
- Guatemala
- Honduras
- Mexico
- Nicaragua
Day 1 San José
Arrive at any time.
Day 2-3 La Fortuna/Arenal
Option to try rafting, waterfall rappelling or soak in hot springs.
Day 4-5 Monteverde, Costa Rica
Option to visit cloud forest reserve, fly through the jungle canopy via zipline, or tour a coffee plantation.
Day 6-7 Ometepe, Nicaragua
Option to climb one of two volcanoes or visit a local swimming hole.
Day 8-9 Granada
Orientation walk upon arrival. Option to visit still-active Masaya Volcano or kayak the isletas in Lake Nicaragua.
Day 10 Tegucigalpa
Transfer to Honduras' capital city.
Day 11-13 Roatán, Bay Islands
Option to snorkel, scuba dive or just relax on the beach.
Day 14-15 Copán
Option to visit Mayan ruins of Copán.
Day 16-18 Antigua
Orientation walk in town. Option to visit a macadamia nut farm, explore Antigua or relax with a massage.
Day 19 Chichcastenango/Panajachel
Visit the famous market of Chichicastenango en route to the lake.
Day 20 Lake Atitlán homestay (D)
Boat ride transfer across the lake with the option to stop off in numerous small indigenous towns that surround it. Participate in a homestay with a local family on Lake Atitlán for the night.
Day 21 Antigua
Option to explore Antigua, relax with a massage or people watch from a cafe while sipping local Guatemalan coffee.
Day 22-23 Río Dulce
Option to take a scenic boat ride to Garífuna Livingston on the coast or visit nearby hot waterfalls.
Day 24 Flores
Option to visit the spectacular Mayan ruins of Tikal or take a boat ride on Lake Petén Itzá.
Day 25-26 San Ignacio, Belize
Option to visit sacred Mayan cave Actun Tunichil Muknal, explore the Mountain Pine Ridge area, or check out little visited Mayan ruins of Xunantunich.
Day 27-29 Caye Caulker
Option to snorkel with stingrays and nurse sharks at Hol Chan Marine Reserve.
Day 30-31 Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Optional excursions to Mayan ruins of Tulúm or the diving mecca of Cozumel.
Day 32 Playa del Carmen
Depart at any time.
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