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Tour Overview

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.

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Trip Code: QBSAC

Start

Playa del Carmen

End

Antigua

Destination

Guatemala

Meals

11 breakfasts, 0 dinners

Transport

Private vehicle, Public bus, Taxi, Shared Boat, Ferry, Chicken bus

Accommodation

Hotel (16 nights), Lodge (2 nights)

Days

19

Max Group Size

Min 1 - Max 16

Min Age

15

Style

Originali

Physical

2i

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Wander through the colorful markets of Chichicastenango and Almolonga in Guatemala – what better way to get to know local life!

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included

Inclusions and activities

Meals

11 breakfasts, 0 dinners

Transport

Private vehicle, Public bus, Taxi, Shared Boat, Ferry, Chicken bus

Accommodation

Hotel (16 nights), Lodge (2 nights)

Included activities

  • Playa del Carmen - Cenote Azul visit
  • Bacalar - Beach club entry
  • Caye Caulker - Leader-led orientation walk
  • Caye Caulker - Cooking Class
  • San Ignacio - Leader-led orientation walk

Optional activities

    Is This Trip Right for You?

    Is this trip right for you?

    • 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.

    • 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.

    • 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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