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In search of the Maya through Honduras, Belize, Guatemala & Mexico
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Overview
Short Description
Visit some of the most impressive Maya sites in Central America from Chichén Itzá in Mexico, Tikal in Guatemala, Xunantunich in Belize and Copán in Honduras. Stay in the Belizean jungle, walking through trails in search of howler monkeys and colourful birds. Explore the ruins and relax on pristine sandy beaches in Tulum on Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula.
Activities & Interests
Bird watching Canoeing Educational/ learning Horseback riding & Equestrian Nature Wildlife viewingItinerary
Day 1 : International outbound flight
Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to San Pedro Sula.
Day 2 : San Pedro Sula
Upon arrival in Honduras today, private transfer to your comfortable hotel for the night.
Day 3 : Copán
Today drive to the charming colonial town of Copan Ruins, with the afternoon free to explore at your own leisure.
Day 4 : Copán
Take a private guided tour of the ruins at Copan, the most southerly point of the Maya empire.
Day 5 : Punta Gorda
Road transfer to Puerto Barrios where you will take the ferry to Punta Gorda in Belize's Toledo District. Transfer to your hotel.
Day 6 : Punta Gorda
At leisure in Punta Gorda - the lodge can help you arrange a visit to the Maya sites of Lubaantun and Nim Li Punit.
Day 7 : Black Rock River
Private transfer along the Hummingbird Highway to your lodge in the Cayo District.
Day 8 : Black Rock River
At leisure in the Cayo District - an excursion to the spectacular Mayan site of Caracol can easily be arranged through your lodge.
Day 9 : Black Rock River
Free time to further explore the area yourselves or book local excursions such as canoeing in Barton Creek Cave, wildlife walks, horse-riding and birdwatching.
Day 10 : El Petén
Private transfer across the border into Guatemala with a stop to visit the ruins at Xunantunich. This afternoon you'll also visit the beautiful ruins at Yaxha.
Day 11 : El Petén
Today you will visit the stunning site at Tikal.
Day 12 : Palenque
Travel across the border to Mexico by road and boat. You'll then be driven to Palenque, stopping to visit the ruins of Bonampak and Yaxchilan en-route.
Day 13 : Palenque
This morning take a private guided tour of Mexico's Palenque ruins. Afternoon free to relax.
Day 14 : Merida
Transfer to Villahermosa for your flight to Merida, where you will be met and driven to your hotel.
Day 15 : Merida
Free day to explore Merida at your own leisure.
Day 16 : Merida
Today you'll take a guided tour of the ruins at Uxmal and Kabah.
Day 17 : Chichén Itzá
Group transfer today to your hotel just steps away from the ruins at Chichen Itza.
Day 18 : Tulum
Beat the crowds this morning and take an early tour of Chichen Itza's towering pyramids with your private guide. This afternoon, take a group transfer to Tulum.
Day 19 : Tulum
Free time in Tulum to visit the beautiful ruins overlooking the beach.
Day 20 : Tulum
At leisure on the beach or perhaps visit the ruins at Coba.
Day 21 : International return flight
Private transfer to Cancun in time for your onward flight.
Day 22 : International return flight
Arrive home today to complete your journey.
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In search of the Maya through Honduras, Belize, Guatemala & Mexico
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Flight & Transport Inclusions
All internal ground transport
Group Size
Intimate Group - 12 max
Trip ID#:
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