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Highlights
Granada - Stroll around Central America's oldest Colonial city on the shore of Lake Nicaragua
Las Isletas - Take an excursion to this 365 island archipelago on Lake Nicaragua, which is a haven for birdlife
Masaya National Park - Spend a day exploring its volcanic crater lakes, the old hilltop fort of Coyotepe and the active crater of Masaya
Leon - Explore this charming old Colonial town on a walking tour
Suchitoto - Get off the beaten track in El Salvador, spending two days in this beautiful town on the shores of Lake Suchitlan
Antigua - Discover this picturesque Colonial town with its charming cobbled streets and leafy central plaza, set against a stunning backdrop of smouldering volcanoes
Lake Atitlan - Cruise across the lake to Santiago de Atitlan, admire the stunning scenery and explore the lakeside villages
Tikal - Take a guided tour of this remarkable Mayan archaeological site, where steep, stepped and vertiginous temples penetrate the forest canopy
Yaxha - Discover this captivating lesser-visited archaeological site nestled within a lush jungle on a guided walking tour
Chaa Creek - Stay at a beautiful Belize eco-lodge on the rain-forested banks of the Macal river and enjoy a range of activities
Antigua - Discover this picturesque Colonial town with its charming cobbled streets and leafy central plaza, set against a stunning backdrop of smouldering volcanoes
Lake Atitlan - Cruise across the lake to Santiago de Atitlan, admire the stunning scenery and explore the lakeside villages
Tikal - Take a guided tour of this remarkable Mayan archaeological site, where steep, stepped and vertiginous temples penetrate the forest canopy
Yaxha - Discover this captivating lesser-visited archaeological site nestled within a lush jungle on a guided walking tour
Chaa Creek - Stay at a beautiful Belize eco-lodge on the rain-forested banks of the Macal river and enjoy a range of activities
Arrival and departure transfer on days 1 and day 19Transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned vehiclesEconomy flights from Managua - San Salvador and Guatemala City to Flores
Guide
Escorted by an English-speaking tour leader
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Granada excursions to Masaya market and volcano, and Lake Nicaragua's Las IsletasWalking tour in Leon and Antigua, city tour in GranadaBoat excursion to villages on Lake AtitlanGuided tour of Tikal and Yaxha RuinsSelected excursions at Chaa Creek
19 daysDuration
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20 peopleMaximum group size
18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Easy
Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
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Granada, Costa Rica
Belize City, Belize
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Itinerary
Uncover the diverse wonders of Central America on this 19-day explorer tour, journeying from Nicaragua to Belize. Explore the colonial treasures of Granada and Leon, navigate the colorful highlands of Guatemala, and relax by Lake Atitlan. Marvel at the ancient Mayan ruins of Tikal and end your adventure in the heart of Belize’s rainforest. The highlight of this trip is its all-encompassing approach—blending off-the-beaten-path discoveries with renowned landmarks—making it the perfect choice for those seeking a comprehensive Central American adventure.
day 1Granada
Welcome to Nicaragua! You will be met at Managua airport and transferred to our hotel in the nearby historic town of Granada. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.
OverNight
Granada
day 2Granada city tour & Las Isletas
day 3Masaya volcano and market
day 4Leon
day 5Leon optional excursions
days 6-7Suchitoto in El Salvador
days 8-9Antigua
day 10Optional excursion to Copan
day 11Chichicastenango & Lake Atitlan
days 12-13Picturesque Lake Atitlan
days 14-15Into Flores & a tour of Tikal
days 16-18Belize rainforest lodge
day 19Belize City
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