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Maya Encounter (Small Group Tours)

Summary:

Dive into a 17-day adventure through Central America, from the calming sea breezes of Playa del Carmen's beaches to the bustling chaos of Chichi market. On this journey to Mexico, Guatemala and Belize, enjoy a hearty, homecooked dinner in a lakeside Maya ...

Duration
17 Days
Countries
3
Next Departure
03-May-2025
Starting at
± EUR 2,065.00
± EUR 1,652.00
Price per day
± EUR 97.00
Tour Type
Tour Type

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  • Intrepid
 
Operator
Intrepid Travel
Tour
Maya Encounter
Travel Style
Small Group Tours
Group Size
1 - 16
Categories
tour category: Divingtour category: Boattour category: Kayaktour category: Walkingtour category: Naturetour category: Cooking

Summary

Dive into a 17-day adventure through Central America, from the calming sea breezes of Playa del Carmen's beaches to the bustling chaos of Chichi market. On this journey to Mexico, Guatemala and Belize, enjoy a hearty, homecooked dinner in a lakeside Maya village, amble down the coast to the island paradise of Caye Caulker, cut inland to the lush jungle around Tikal National Park, cruise to the vast Rio Dulce, watch a pottery demonstration using ancient Maya techniques and finish among the clouds in Panajachel and under the volcano in Antigua. On this trip, you’ll get the right balance of local-led experiences and independent exploration in a whole load of incredible places ready to be discovered.

Map: Maya Encounter (Intrepid)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1
Playa Del Carmen
Day 2
Playa Del Carmen
Day 3
Chetumal
Day 4
Caye Caulker
Day 5
Caye Caulker
Day 6
Caye Caulker
Day 7
San Ignacio
Day 8
San Ignacio
Day 9
Tikal National Park
Day 10
Rio Dulce
Day 11
Rio Dulce
Day 12
Antigua
Day 13
Panajachel
Day 14
San Juan La Laguna
Day 15
Antigua
Day 16
Antigua
Day 17
Antigua

Countries (3): Belize, Guatemala, Mexico

Travel Cities (12): Antigua Guatemala, Belize City, Carmen, Caye Caulker, Chetumal, Chichén Itzá, Chichicastenango, Cozumel, Guatemala City, Lake Atitlan, Playa del Carmen, Tikal

Highlights

  • Spend three days exploring the island paradise of Caye Caulker – munch on barbecued lobster, snorkel around a coral reef, nap under palm trees, go kayaking or just kick back with a couple of worry-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.
  • Get to know contemporary Maya life during a homestay in San Juan La Laguna – a lakeside village where you can share meals and conversation with a local family and see how they harvest their local medicinal plants.
  • Wander between stalls of rainbow handicrafts, fruits and flowers in the popular and colourful Chichicastenango Market.
  • Cruise up the Rio Dulce to your waterfront jungle lodge, where you’ll head out on a birdwatching walk and relax while the sounds of nature fill the air.

Travel Package

 

Coming from

 

Going to

Tour...

Playa del Carmen

Arrow Going To

Antigua Guatemala

Group ToursThis is an Organised Group Tour: the itinerary has been predefined by the tour operator. The tour destinations, duration, accommodations, departure dates and the price are fix. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.

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