Basix
Explorer
Central America Encompassed
31 Days | Swim, hike and eat your way through Mexico, Guatemala and Belize
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Start
Mexico City, Mexico
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Finish
Antigua, Guatemala
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Trip Code
QVRYC
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - null
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Physical Rating
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Meals
1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
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Transport
Private vehicle, Local bus, Overnight public bus, Taxi, Shared Boat, Ferry
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Accommodation
Hotel (25 nights), Overnight bus (1 night), Multishare Hotel (1 night), Hotel with shared facilities (2 nights), Homestay (1 night)
From £3,067(31 days)
Trip Informations
From traditional villages to an island paradise surrounded by coral reefs, this 31-day journey is an all-encompassing adventure of Central American highlights. Start your epic discovery in thriving Mexico City, where you’ll taste the city’s best tacos. Visit Nahuatl descendants and learn about how they keep their culture alive, discover the arts scene in Oaxaca, walk the pine-covered floor of Iglesia de San Juan and visit vibrant markets before discovering one of the New Wonders of the World at Chichen Itza. Kick back, surf, swim and recharge on the paradise-like shores of Playa del Carmen and Caye Caulker. When you’ve had your fill of beach days, hit the highlands of Belize and discover local Maya culture and delicious local meals. After, dive into Guatemala and discover the ancient remains of Tikal, the bustling Chichi market and stay with the locals near Lake Atitlan.
Why you’ll love this trip
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Explore the stunning Mayan temples of Palenque dating back to AD600 and stroll through Chichen Itza – one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
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Visit the community of San Pedro Tlahuac – home to Nahuatl descendants who practice traditions like chinampa farming, fiestas and ancient ceremonies.
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Spend two days exploring the island paradise of Caye Caulker – munch on barbecued lobster, snorkel around a coral reef, nap under palm trees, go kayaking or just kick back with a couple of worry-free beach days.
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Get to know contemporary Maya life during a homestay in San Juan La Laguna – a lakeside village where you can share meals and conversation with a local family and see how they harvest their local medicinal plants.
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Cruise up the Rio Dulce to your waterfront jungle lodge, then maybe grab a beer and relax while the sounds of nature fill the air.
Is this trip right for you?
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This trip is made for travellers who value their independence but also want the benefit of a local leader and a group of like-minded travellers. The itinerary includes basic accommodation and has free time for activities when your leader will offer suggestions. Please budget spending money for optional activities you want to partake in.
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This trip involves some long days of travel by private and local transport, including one overnight bus. While this can be tiring, it's also a fantastic way to rub shoulders with the locals and get under the skin of a place. Crossing the borders between the various countries visited on this trip is usually straightforward, but you may need to be patient. Books, podcasts and car games will be your best friend.
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Central America's climate is sultry and tropical, so can get really hot and humid. Wear loose clothing and make sure stay hydrated, especially while out on walking tours.
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The homestay is a wonderful opportunity to witness everyday local life. Conditions are simple and multi-share but comfortable. A homecooked dinner will be served during your stay, which can be a lot more basic than what you're used to.
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Try to learn as many Spanish words as you can before the trip. In many of the destinations we visit, local people are reserved and/or do not speak English. Attempting to communicate in Spanish is a great way of showing you care.
Itinerary
- DAY 1Day 1 • Mexico City
- DAY 2Day 2 • Mexico City
- DAY 3Day 3 • Puebla
- DAY 4Day 4 • Puebla
- DAY 5Day 5 • Oaxaca
- DAY 6Day 6 • Oaxaca
- DAY 7Day 7 • Oaxaca / Overnight Bus
- DAY 8Day 8 • San Cristobal de las Casas
- DAY 9Day 9 • San Cristobal de las Casas
- DAY 10Day 10 • Palenque
- DAY 11Day 11 • Palenque Ruins / Merida
- DAY 12Day 12 • Merida
- DAY 13Day 13 • Merida
- DAY 14Day 14 • Chichen Itza / Playa del Carmen
- DAY 15Day 15 • Playa del Carmen
- DAY 16Day 16 • Playa del Carmen
- DAY 17Day 17 • Chetumal
- DAY 18Day 18 • Caye Caulker
- DAY 19Day 19 • Caye Caulker
- DAY 20Day 20 • Caye Caulker
- DAY 21Day 21 • San Ignacio
- DAY 22Day 22 • San Ignacio
- DAY 23Day 23 • Tikal National Park
- DAY 24Day 24 • Rio Dulce
- DAY 25Day 25 • Rio Dulce
- DAY 26Day 26 • Antigua
- DAY 27Day 27 • Panajachel
- DAY 28Day 28 • San Juan La Laguna
- DAY 29Day 29 • Antigua
- DAY 30Day 30 • Antigua
- DAY 31Day 31 • Antigua
Inclusions
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1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
airport_shuttle Transport
Private vehicle, Local bus, Overnight public bus, Taxi, Shared Boat, Ferry
bed Accommodation
Hotel (25 nights), Overnight bus (1 night), Multishare Hotel (1 night), Hotel with shared facilities (2 nights), Homestay (1 night)
festival Activities
circleMexico City - Leader-led Taco Crawl
circleMexico City - Leader-led orientation walk
circleLeader-led Informal Spanish Lesson
circlePuebla - Leader-led orientation walk
circlePuebla - Visit to La Pasita Bar
circleTlahuac - Community Visit
circleOaxaca - Leader-led orientation walk
circleSan Cristobal de Las Casas - Leader-led Orientation Walk
circleZinacatan Church - Visit
circleSan Juan Chamula - Maya Church (entrance fee)
circleAgua Azul - Waterfall Visit
circlePalenque - Palenque Ruins (entrance fee)
circleMerida - Leader-led orientation walk
circleChichen Itza - Archaeological site (entrance fee, no guide)
circlePlaya del Carmen - Leader-led Orientation Walk
circleCaye Caulker - Leader-led orientation walk
circleSan Ignacio - Leader-led orientation walk
circleTikal National Park - Tikal archaeological site (entrance fee, no guide)
circleChichicastenango - Market Visit
circleChichicastenango - Shaman Visit
circlePanajachel - Leader-led orientation walk
circleSan Juan La Laguna - Traditional Maya Homestay
circleAntigua - Leader-led orientation walk
circleSanta Apolonia - Traditional Pottery Demonstration
museum Optional activities
circleMexico City - Palace of Fine Arts (Palacio de Bellas Artes) (entrance fee) (Closed Mondays) - MXN84
circleMexico City - National Museum of Anthropology (entrance fee) (Closed Mondays) - MXN95
circleMexico City - Frida Kahlo Museum (entrance fee) - MXN263
circleMexico City - Metropolitan Cathedral (entrance fee) - Free
circleMexico City - Torre Latino 360° Lookout (entrance fee) - MXN179
circleMexico City - Diego Rivera Murals in the Mural Museum (Entrance Fee) - MXN37
circleMexico City - Teotihuacan Pyramids Urban Adventure - USD79
circlePuebla - Santo Domingo Church and Rosary Chapel (entrance fee) - MXN21
circlePuebla - San Pedro Art Museum (entrance fee) - MXN47
circleOaxaca - Monte Alban archaeological site (entrance fee) - MXN95
circleOaxaca - Santo Domingo Cultural Centre (entrance fee) - MXN89
circleOaxaca – Mitla, Teotitlan weaving town & mezcal distillery - MXN893
circleOaxaca - Cooking class - MXN1500
circleSan Cristobal de Las Casas - Amber Museum (entrance fee) - MXN32
circleSumidero Canyon - Boat Excursion (entrance and transport) - MXN593
circleMerida - Fernando Garcia Ponce-Macay Contemporary Art Museum (entrance fee) - Free
circleMerida - Uxmal Ruins tour (inc. shared transport and guide) - MXN1470
circleMerida - Las Coloradas Flamingo Tour (inc. shared transport and guide) - MXN1365
circlePlaya del Carmen - Bicycle Rental (per day) - MXN273
circlePlaya del Carmen - Ferry to Cozumel (Round-trip Ticket) - MXN525
circleCaye Caulker - Stand-up paddleboard hire (per hour) - BZD44
circleCaye Caulker - Manatee boat tour (Incl. transport & guide) - BZD254
circleCaye Caulker - Full day Catamaran snorkeling tour in Hol Chan Marine Reserve-(gear, guide and transport included) - BZD242
circleCaye Caulker - Full day speed boat-(gear, guide and transport included) - BZD242
circleCaye Caulker - Bicycle Rental (per day) - USD8
circleCaye Caulker - Sunset Sailing - BZD126
circleSan Ignacio - Actun Tunichil Muknal Caves (Incl. entry, guide, transport & lunch) - BZD263
circleSan Ignacio - Butterfly Farm (incl. transport) - BZD158
circleSan Ignacio - Cave tubing (incl. entrance, guide & transport) - BZD200
circleSan Ignacio - Iguana Conservation Project (entrance fee) - BZD24
circleSan Ignacio - Xunantunich Ruins entry - BZD11
circleTikal National Park - Guide for Ruins (per person, min 5 participants) - GTQ105
circleRio Dulce - Boat trip to Livingston (Price dependent on boat available & passengers) - GTQ263
circleRio Dulce - Natural Hot Springs (entrance fee and transport) - GTQ210
circleRio Dulce - Quirigua Ruins (entrance fee) - GTQ95
circleRio Dulce - San Felipe Fort (entrance fee) - GTQ89
circleSan Juan La Laguna - Water taxi to Santiago (Return) - GTQ63
circleAntigua - Salsa-dance Lesson (per hour) - GTQ105
circleAntigua - Chocolate-making workshop at ChocoMuseo - GTQ236
circleAntigua - Acatenango Volcano Overnight Adventure - USD170
circleAntigua - Half Day Pacaya Volcano with lunch - USD115
circleAntigua - Half Day local towns, coffee and craft beer tour - USD95
circleAntigua - City Tour with lunch - USD70
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Important notes
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1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 7 (Overnight bus), Day 23 (Tikal) & Day 28 (San Juan La Laguna homestay) where you will be in shared accommodation. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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2. This tour includes accommodation in multi-share rooms (triple and quad). This means travelers on the same booking may be split between rooms due to single gender allocation.
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3. Please be careful when booking flights from Antigua; make sure you fly out of Guatemala City Airport [GUA]. Guatemala City Airport is the closest airport to Antigua. Please do not book flights from Antigua & Barbuda Airport [ANU] as this is an island in the Caribbean.
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4. For 21, 24 and 28 December departures, the segment of this combination trip starting in Antigua, Guatemala has been upgraded from Basix to Original style. Therefore, you may need to change hotels in Antigua. Your leader will be on hand to assist you with coordinating any transitions, ensuring a smooth experience.
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