Central America Explorer
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Tour Overview
Dive into Central America on this 48-day adventure, bookended by two chaotic capitals and filled with fun, adventure and culture. Journey through Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua and Costa Rica on an adventure through the tantalising highlights of the region. Get acquainted with Central American cultures, spectacular landscapes and fascinating histories as you explore the wealth of ancient ruins, spot the range of unusual wildlife and relax on idyllic Caribbean shores. This is one of our longest adventures through Central America – a trip that zig-zags from the top of the Yucatan peninsula to the highlands of Costa Rica.
Trip Code: QVRZC
Start
Mexico City
End
San Jose
Destination
Mexico
Meals
26 breakfasts, 1 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Local bus, Taxi, Shared boat, Ferry, Chicken bus
Accommodation
Hotel (45 nights), Lodge (2 nights)
Days
48
Max Group Size
Min 1 - Max 16
Min Age
15
Style
Originali
Physical
2i
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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This is one of our most extensive trips in Central America, hitting more than 20 destinations and introducing you to the cities, villages and myriad cultures of seven countries.
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Your local craft fair just won’t feel the same after you’ve experienced Chichicastenango, a colourful Guatemalan market that draws thousands of vendors from the surrounding mountain villages.
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Chichen Itza is one the New Seven Wonders of the World – find out why. Strolling around the ancient Maya ruins feels pretty wondrous.
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A few days on Caye Caulker provides the perfect opportunity to enjoy Belizean island vibes, beachside beers and optional snorkelling, the perfect (almost) halfway point for this epic adventure.
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Discover the jungle Costa Rica is famous for during a stay in Monteverde, a misty rainforest area home to sloths, hummingbirds, white-faced monkeys and tapirs among hundreds more animal species.
Day by Day Itinerary
Itinerary
What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
26 breakfasts, 1 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Local bus, Taxi, Shared boat, Ferry, Chicken bus
Accommodation
Hotel (45 nights), Lodge (2 nights)
Included activities
- Mexico City - Leader-led Taco Crawl
- Mexico City - Leader-led orientation walk
- Mexico City - Gastromotiva (The Intrepid Foundation partner) visit (weekdays only)
- Puebla - Leader-led orientation walk
- Puebla - Visit to La Pasita Bar
Optional activities
Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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