In search of the Maya through Honduras, Belize, Guatemala & Mexico

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Travel Style: Array Full on
Physical Level: Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment. Easy
Lodging Level: Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels. Value (3*)
22 days
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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.

Style Private guided tour
See all the highlights and popular spots on a classic tour.
Itinerary Focus Classic Highlights
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Lodging Level Value (3*)
Flight & Transport Inclusions All internal ground transport
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End City N/A

Itinerary

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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Flight & Transport Inclusions

All internal ground transport

Group Size

Intimate Group - 12 max

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