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Mayan Sun Southbound: Boat Rides & Ruins
16 days, Playa del Carmen to Antigua Guatemala
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Find your paradise somewhere between the blazing Mexican 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.
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Trip Code: CMCA
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings
Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.
Service Level: Basic
Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.
Physical Rating: 3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 18, avg 14.
Age requirement: 18-39
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Itinerary
Day 1Playa del Carmen
Arrive at any time.
Day 2Playa del Carmen
Enjoy free time to explore the Mayan ruins of Tulúm or Cozumel. Or just play in the waves and enjoy the beach.
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Your Discover MomentDay 3Playa del Carmen/Caye Caulker
Opt to snorkel with stingrays and nurse sharks at Hol Chan Marine Reserve, go diving or just chill out, Belizean style.
Days 4–5Caye Caulker
Opt to snorkel with stingrays and nurse sharks at Hol Chan Marine Reserve, go diving or just chill out, Belizean style.
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Your Discover MomentDay 6Caye Caulker/San Ignacio
Travel day from Caye Caulker to San Ignacio. Depending on departure time from Caye Caulker, there may be time to visit the small Maya ruin site of Xunantunich, Cahal Pech, or take a relaxing swim in the Mopan river.
Day 7San Ignacio
Opt to visit the sacred Mayan cave Actun Tunichil Muknal or check out the seldom-visited Mayan ruins of Xunantunich.
Day 8San Ignacio/Flores
Learn about Mayan culture and history on a guided tour of the ruins of Tikal.
Day 9Flores/Rio Dulce
Opt to visit the coastal town of Livingston by boat, or go for a swim in a natural hot waterfall.
Day 10Rio Dulce
Opt to visit the coastal town of Livingston by boat, or go for a swim in a natural hot waterfall.
Day 11Rio Dulce/Antigua Guatemala
Enjoy an orientation walk of Antigua's cobblestone streets, then take an included group salsa lesson and practice new moves out at night.
Day 12Antigua Guatemala
Enjoy a free day in Antigua. Opt to relax with a massage, climb a volcano, soak up the culture in one of the city's many cafés, or explore the nearby hills and towns by bike.
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Your Discover MomentDay 13Antigua Guatemala/Panajachel
Travel to beautiful Lake Atitlán and enjoy the views.
Day 14Panajachel/San Juan La Laguna
Embark on a boat ride across the lake before participating in a G Adventures-supported homestay with a local family. This area is known for stunning scenery and great shopping for Mayan handicrafts. Opt to bargain for colourful textiles and paintings at the lake's markets.
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DinnerDay 15San Juan La Laguna/Antigua Guatemala
Return to Antigua, and enjoy a Big Night Out with the group.
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BreakfastDay 16Antigua Guatemala
Depart at any time.
What's Included
- Your G for Good Moment: Posadas Mayas Homestay, San Juan La Laguna
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Discover Moment: Playa del Carmen
- Your Discover Moment: Caye Caulker
- Your Hands-On Moment: Salsa Lesson, Antigua Guatemala
- Your Discover Moment: Antigua Guatemala
- Guided tour of Tikal
- Orientation walk in Antigua
- Beach time in Playa del Carmen and Caye Caulker
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Simple hotels/hostels (14 nts, most multi-share), local homestay (1 nt).
Meals
1 breakfast, 1 dinner
Allow USD415-540 for meals not included.
Transportation
Local bus, ferry, boat, private vehicle, taxi, walking.
Staff & experts
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
Departures
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