Mayan Sun—Southbound

From$1249USD
16 days,Playa del Carmen to Antigua
Trip Code: CMCA

Relaxing on white sand beaches, luxuriating in Caye Caulker sunsets and reggae music, experiencing a local homestay, exploring gorgeous colonial Antigua and its colourful markets.

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Find your paradise somewhere between the blazing Yucatán sun and the cool Guatemalan highlands on this 16-day odyssey. Wander Antigua’s cobblestone streets and its local markets before experiencing the diverse beauty of Lake Atitlán and its indigenous villages. Geared to the adventurer wanting to capture some of Central America's finest highlights, this trip will ensure that you really pack some punch into those postcards home.

What's Included

  • Guided tour of Tikal, orientation walk in Antigua.
  • 1 dinner. (Allow USD350-450 for meals not included.)
  • Simple hotels (14 nts), homestay (1 nt).
  • Public bus, ferry, boat, van, taxi, walking.
  • Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
  • Small group experience; Max 16, avg 10.
Map of the route for Mayan Sun—Southbound Click to enlarge
Places Visited
  • Belize
  • Guatemala
  • Mexico

Reverse Itinerary

This trip also runs in reverse from Antigua to Playa del Carmen. See Mayan Sun

Day 1 Playa del Carmen

Arrive at any time.

Day 2 Playa del Carmen

Head out to explore the Mayan ruins of Tulúm or the diving mecca of Cozumel. Or play in the waves and enjoy the beach!

Day 3-5 Caye Caulker

Opt to snorkel with stingrays and nurse sharks at Hol Chan Marine Reserve, head out diving or just chill out, Belizean style.

Day 6-7 San Ignacio

Free day to visit sacred Mayan cave Actun Tunichil Muknal, explore the Mountain Pine Ridge area or see the seldom-visited Mayan ruins of Xunantunich.

Day 8 Flores/Tikal

Learn about the Mayan culture and history on an included guided tour of Tikal.

Day 9-10 Río Dulce

Visit the coastal town of Livingston by boat or head for a swim in a natural hot waterfall.

Day 11-12 Antigua

Explore this colonial city on an orientation walk. Relax with a massage or soak up the culture in one of many cafés.

Day 13 Panajachel/Chichicastenango

Visit the famous market of Chichicastenango en route to Lake Atitlán.

Day 14 Lake Atitlán homestay (1D)

Embark on a boat ride across the lake. Participate in a homestay at a Planeterra project with a local family and test out your local language skills.

Day 15 Antigua

Take a salsa dancing lesson, look for last-minute souvenirs, and enjoy a final night out.

Day 16 Antigua

Depart at any time.

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