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Start
Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Antigua, Guatemala
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Trip Code
QBSAC
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 16
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Physical Rating
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Meals
10 breakfasts, 3 lunches
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Transport
Private vehicle, Public bus, Taxi, Shared Boat, Ferry
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Accommodation
Hotel (16 nights), Lodge (2 nights)
From £2,426(19 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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Wander through the colorful markets of Chichicastenango and Almolonga in Guatemala – what better way to get to know local life!
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Spend three days exploring the island paradise of Caye Caulker – take part in a local cooking class, munch on barbecued lobster, snorkel around a coral reef, go kayaking or just kick back with a couple of free beach days.
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See some of the most significant remnants of the ancient Maya civilisation – plus an array of local wildlife, including coatis and howler monkeys – during a guided tour of Tikal National Park.
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Take a scenic boat ride on Lake Atitlan to Santiago Atitlan, with 95% of the population of Maya descent, and meet the shamanic keepers of Maximon.
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Cruise up the Rio Dulce to your waterfront jungle lodge, then explore Livingston – a one-of-a-kind riverside town where the local culture is heavily influenced by the Afro-Caribbean Garifuna population.
Is this trip right for you?
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We use a mix of private and public transport on this trip. Public transport is better for the environment, and you’ll get an authentic look at daily life, but keep in mind that local transport between specific locations on this trip can be pretty basic. Crossing the borders between various countries is usually straightforward, but you may need patience. Books, podcasts and car games will be your best friend.
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The tropical climate of Central America means conditions can be really hot and humid. It makes the beers even more refreshing but consider what time of the year you wish to travel in if you’re easily affected by the weather.
Itinerary
Get lost in ancient Maya history with a cultural adventure through Mexico, Guatemala and Belize
Dive into a 19-day journey through Central America, from the sea breeze of Playa del Carmen to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Antigua. On this journey through Mexico, Guatemala and Belize, you'll tune into island life in Caye Caulker, walk through the jungle around Tikal National Park, cruise Rio Dulce and learn to dance with the locals in Livingston. Hang out among the clouds in Panajachel, wander the colourful streets of Antigua under the looming volcano, then take a trip to the Guatemalan Highlands to meet locals and wander market stalls. Take a scenic boat ride on Lake Atitlan to the shamans that guard the shrine of Maximon, then end up back in Antigua and cheers to an epic adventure.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Playa del Carmen
- DAY 2Day 2 • Playa del Carmen
- DAY 3Day 3 • Chetumal
- DAY 4Day 4 • Caye Caulker
- DAY 5Day 5 • Caye Caulker
- DAY 6Day 6 • Caye Caulker
- DAY 7Day 7 • San Ignacio
- DAY 8Day 8 • San Ignacio
- DAY 9Day 9 • Tikal National Park
- DAY 10Day 10 • Rio Dulce
- DAY 11Day 11 • Rio Dulce
- DAY 12Day 12 • Antigua
- DAY 13Day 13 • Antigua
- DAY 14Day 14 • San Andres Itzapa / Quetzaltenango
- DAY 15Day 15 • Quetzaltenango
- DAY 16Day 16 • Chichicastenango Market / Panajachel
- DAY 17Day 17 • Santiago Atitlan
- DAY 18Day 18 • Antigua
- DAY 19Day 19 • Antigua
Inclusions
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10 breakfasts, 3 lunches
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Private vehicle, Public bus, Taxi, Shared Boat, Ferry
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Hotel (16 nights), Lodge (2 nights)
festival Included activities
circlePlaya del Carmen - Cenote Azul visit
circleBacalar - Beach club entry
circleCaye Caulker - Leader-led orientation walk
circleCaye Caulker - Cooking Class
circleSan Ignacio - Leader-led orientation walk
circleTikal National Park - Archaeological site (Entrance fee, Guide & Transport)
circleLivingston - River boat trip to Garifuna town
circleSan Andres Itzapa - San Simon shamanic ceremonies
circleWestern Highlands - Almolonga vegetable market
circleQuetzaltenango - Chicken Bus Experience
circleChichicastenango market visit
circleLake Atitlan - Boat to Santiago Atitlan
circleSantiago Atitlan - Shamanic Keepers of the Shrine of Maximon
circleAntigua - Leader-led Orientation Walk
museum Optional activities
circlePlaya del Carmen - Bicycle Rental (per day) - MXN260
circlePlaya del Carmen - Ferry to Cozumel (Round-trip Ticket) - MXN600
circlePlaya del Carmen - Half-day tour of Tulum Archaeological site (Entrance fee, Guide & Transport) - MXN1400
circleBacalar - Lagoon of 7 Colours Boat Tour - MXN700
circleCaye Caulker - Stand-up paddleboard hire (per hour) - BZD55
circleCaye Caulker - Manatee boat tour (Incl. transport & guide) - BZD254
circleCaye Caulker - Sunset Sailing - BZD126
circleCaye Caulker - Full day Catamaran snorkeling tour in Hol Chan Marine Reserve-(gear, guide and transport included) - USD120
circleCaye Caulker - Full day speed boat - (gear, guide and transport included) - USD120
circleCaye Caulker - Bicycle Rental (per day) - USD12
circleSan Ignacio - Butterfly Farm (incl. transport) - BZD175
circleSan Ignacio - Iguana Conservation Project (entrance fee) - BZD24
circleSan Ignacio - Xunantunich Ruins entry - BZD20
circleSan Ignacio - Actun Tunichil Muknal Caves (Incl. entry, guide, transport & lunch) - USD135
circleSan Ignacio - Cave tubing (incl. entrance, guide & transport) - USD100
circleRio Dulce - Natural Hot Springs (entrance fee and transport) - GTQ210
circleRio Dulce - Quirigua Ruins (entrance fee) - GTQ90
circleRio Dulce - San Felipe Fort (entrance fee) - GTQ85
circleQuetzaltenango - Chocolate Museum - Free
circleQuetzaltenango - Mayan Cooking Class - USD55
circleXela - Las Fuentes Georginas Hotsprings - USD25
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Important notes
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1. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm on Day 1 in Playa del Carmen. There are no activities planned for the final day so you may depart at any time.
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2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights on your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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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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