White-sand Mayan Riviera beaches, Caye Caulker sunsets and reggae music, local homestay, gorgeous colonial Antigua, colourful markets, opportunity to explore Mayan sites.
Departures
All departures on this trip are guaranteed to operate as scheduled once you have booked.
Reverse Itinerary
This trip also runs in reverse - see trip code CGAC.
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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
- Orientation walk in Antigua.
- 1 dinner. (Allow USD350-450 for meals not included.)
- Simple hotels (14 nts), local homestay (1 nt).
- Public bus, boat, van, taxi, walking.
- Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
- Small group experience; Max 15, avg 10
Places Visited
- Belize
- Guatemala
- Mexico
Day 1 Playa del Carmen
Arrive at any time.
Day 2 Playa del Carmen
Optional excursions to Mayan ruins of Tulum or the diving mecca of Cozumel.
Day 3-5 Caye Caulker, Belize
Option to snorkel with stingrays and nurse sharks at Hol Chan Marine Reserve.
Day 6-7 San Ignacio
Option 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, Guatemala
Optional visit to Mayan ruins of Tikal.
Day 9-10 Río Dulce
Option to visit coastal town of Livingston by boat or swim in a natural hot waterfall.
Day 11-12 Antigua
Orientation walk around town. Option to explore colonial Antigua on a city tour or relax with a massage.
Day 13 Panajachel / Chichicastenango
Visit the famous market of Chichicastenango en route to Lake Atitlán.
Day 14 Lake Atitlán homestay (D)
Boat transfer across the lake with the option to stop off in numerous small indigenous town that surround it. Participate in a homestay with a local family on Lake Atitlán for the night.
Day 15 Antigua
Option to take a salsa dancing lesson, look for last minute souvenirs or sample Guatemalan coffee from one of Antigua's many cafes.
Day 16 Antigua
Depart at any time.
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