13 Day Culture & Adventure in Belize & Guatemala
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Tour Itinerary
Antigua , Belize City , Caye Caulker , Flores , Rio Dulce , San Ignacio
DAY 1, Sunday - Depart for Belize
Depart for Belize. Arrive in Belize City, the commercial center of the country, and transfer to your hotel. Balance of the day is at leisure
Overnight: Belize City
DAY 2, Monday - Lamanai Maya Ruins
Your day of exploration begins with a boat ride on the New River. Glide through the tranquil waters, surrounded by lush vegetation, and diverse wildlife. Arrive at the Lamanai Maya Site, characterized by three main complexes, the High Temple, the Mask Temple, and the Jaguar Temple. Chance to climb to the summit of the High Temple over 100 feet high, offering panoramic views of the jungle. Head to the Mask Temple, decorated with intricate masks depicting various Mayan deities, continuing on through the Ball Court, Stelas, and the Jaguar Temple. Visit the on-site museum, and gain insight into Mayan history, culture, and daily life. Later, board the boat for your return to Belize City. This evening, attend an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager, followed by dinner
Overnight: Belize City
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3, Tuesday - Ferry to Caye Caulker Island
After a short panoramic tour of Belize City, board a ferry to the island of Caye Caulker. This Caribbean island is surrounded by the biodiverse Belize Barrier Reef. Arrive at your resort hotel in time for a lunch of Belizean dishes. Spend the afternoon at leisure
Overnight: Caye Caulker
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 4, Wednesday - Enchanting Hol Chan Marine Reserve
Today, take a catamaran tour to Hol Chan Marine Reserve, known for its coral reefs and abundant marine life. Come face to face with docile nurse sharks and southern stingrays at the feeding grounds of Shark Ray Alley. Afterward, head to Coral Gardens for snorkeling. View a maze of colorful hard and soft corals along with a variety of bright-colored fish. Weather permitting, continue to Sunken Barge, where you view coral and many species of fish. Lunch is included during the tour. Return to Caye Caulker. Spend time at leisure, before dinner at the hotel
Overnight: Caye Caulker
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5, Thursday - Ferry to Belize City, Jaguar Paw Cave Tubing, San Ignacio
Board a ferry back to Belize City, and continue on to San Ignacio. Along the way, stop at Jaguar Paw Cave. Take a short hike along a jungle trail to reach the waters, and embark on a tubing excursion. Float down the river though a series of underground caves, and explore limestone stalactite formations. The ancient Mayans used this subterranean system to reach Xibalba, their sacred underworld. After a picnic lunch, head to the town of San Ignacio, and check into your hotel. Tonight, dinner is at a local restaurant
Overnight: San Ignacio
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6, Friday - Border Crossing to Guatemala, Yaxha National Park, Flores
Leaving San Ignacio behind, travel towards Melchor de Mencos. After border formalities, you cross from Belize into Guatemala. Explore the ancient city of Yaxha, a former Maya ceremonial center, perched on a ridge overlooking Yaxha Lake. This impressive archaeological site encompasses ball courts, several plazas, multiple pyramids, stelae, and altars. Opportunity to climb one of the temples for panoramic views of the area. Following lunch, continue on to Flores. Arrive at the hotel with time to relax before dinner
Overnight: Flores
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7, Saturday - Tikal National Park
A thrilling day of exploration awaits. Journey to the ancient Mayan city of Tikal, a large archaeological site of the pre-Columbian Maya civilization, located at the center of a 222-square-mile national park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. An exhilarating jungle hike leads you through the ruins. View the impressive structures of this ancient civilization, as you visit sites that include the Twin-Pyramid complex, the Lost World Complex (where the Great Pyramid is located), and the Great Plaza. After lunch at the park, free time to explore on your own. Perhaps climb to the top of the Lost World Pyramid, from which you will have a panoramic view of Tikal and its surrounding jungle. Afterward, return to your hotel
Overnight: Flores
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 8, Sunday - Lake Peten Itza, Travel to Rio Dulce
Take a boat ride across the pristine waters of Lake Peten Itza. Arrive at the lakeside town with its pastel-colored buildings, cobblestone streets and Central Plaza. Browse the shops for local handicrafts. Later, continue the drive to Rio Dulce. Arrive and check into your hotel for dinner and overnight
Overnight: Rio Dulce
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 9, Monday - Discover Livingston
Begin the day with a boat ride down the river to Livingston, an Afro-Caribbean town with a unique blend of culture. Stop to visit Ak' Tenamit, a Cultural and Educational Center for indigenous Q'eqchi' Maya people. After, continue to Livingston, located on the shores of the Caribbean Sea. Savor lunch prepared by the community Maya Q'eqchi'. Then, take an orientation tour of the town. Later, return by boat to Rio Dulce with time at leisure
Overnight: Rio Dulce
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 10, Tuesday - Visit Archaeological Park & Ruins of Quiriguá en route to Antigua
Departing Rio Dulce this morning, and head west towards Antigua. Visit the Archaeological Park and Ruins of Quiriguá, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. View the 35 foot stela, the tallest known Mayan stela. Later, continue the drive to Antigua, nestled in the forested hills of southern Guatemala. Arrive and check into your hotel. Spend the evening at leisure
Overnight: Antigua
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 11, Wednesday - Antigua's Indigenous Communities, Coffee Tour
Begin the day with a visit to the indigenous communities outside Antigua, including Jocotenango, Ciudad Vieja, and San Antonio Aguas Calientes. Learn about their history, culture, and traditions. Next, get a glimpse into the history of coffee, its production, and what makes the perfect brew during a tour of a family-owned coffee farm. At the conclusion of the visit, taste a fresh cup of coffee. Savor a home hosted lunch with the family before returning to the hotel
Overnight: Antigua
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 12, Thursday - Discover Antigua
Today, discover the historic city of Antigua, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take a panoramic tour of the old colonial capital before continuing on a walking tour of the city. View the Church and Convent of La Merced, the Arch of Santa Catalina, Palace of the Captains General, and the Main Square. Spend the afternoon at leisure. Tonight, bid farewell to your Tour Manager at dinner
Overnight: Antigua
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 13, Friday - Depart Guatemala
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Meals: Breakfast
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Tour Highlights
Thanks to our small group size, we can get to the heart of our destination, visit places that other tours miss, and get to know the locals.
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Best Western Plus Belize Biltmore Plaza
This tourist class hotel is located in Belize City, just minutes from the Caribbean Sea.
Island Magic Beach Resort
This tourist class hotel is located on the beach in Caye Caulker Island.
Cassia Hill Resort
This tourist class hotel is located just minutes outside the town of San Ignacio.
Hotel Villa Maya
This first class hotel is located in a private nature reserve on the shores of the Petenchel and Monifata Lagoons.
Banana Palms Hotel Resort & Marina
This tourist class hotel is ideally located on the shores of Lake Izabal.
Hotel Catamaran
This tourist class hotel is located on Catamaran island situated in the Río Dulce Rainforest.
Hotel Catamaran
This tourist class hotel is located on Catamaran island situated in the Río Dulce Rainforest.
Porta Hotel Antigua
This first class hotel is located in the heart of Antigua Guatemala.
Porta Hotel Antigua
This first class hotel is located in the heart of Antigua Guatemala.
Pensativo House Hotel
This first class hotel is located in the city center of Antigua Guatemala.
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