Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Mexico City
Mexico CityIncluded Activities
- Teotihuacan Early Morning Tour with knowledgeable guide - explore pyramids, squares, and murals
- Visit local Teotihuacan family obsidian workshop with sampling of cactus-based liqueurs, tequila, mezcal, and pulque
Optional Activities
- Lunch at local restaurant with traditional Mexican dishes
Landmarks Teotihuacan 
- Day 2
Mexico City to Oaxaca
Mexico City to Oaxaca
- Day 3
Oaxaca
OaxacaIncluded Activities
- Hike through Hierve el Agua with guided walks through trails
- Swim in crystal-clear natural pools
- Learn about mezcal making tradition and sample different flavors
- Visit Zapotec weavers town of Teotitlan del Valle to see ancient rug-making techniques
Landmarks Hierve el Agua Teotitlan del Valle Sierra Madre - Day 4
Oaxaca to Puerto Escondido
Oaxaca to Puerto Escondido - Day 5
Puerto Escondido
Puerto EscondidoIncluded Activities
- Puerto Escondido Learn to Surf Experience - 2 hour lesson based on experience level with bilingual instructors
Landmarks Zicatela Mexican Pipeline - Day 6
Puerto Escondido to Pochutla (Mazunte)
Puerto Escondido to Pochutla (Mazunte) - Day 7
Pochutla (Mazunte) to San Cristobal de las Casas
Pochutla (Mazunte) to San Cristobal de las Casas - Day 8
San Cristobal de las Casas
San Cristobal de las Casas - Day 9
San Cristobal de las Casas
San Cristobal de las CasasIncluded Activities
- Local & Sustainable Foodie Experience - introduction to Chiapas party dishes and special ingredients
- Taste authentic Posh Traditional tsotsil and traditional Chiapas soup
- Taste Mayan drink
Optional Activities
- Local vegetarian, gluten-free, and vegan food options available
- Day 10
San Cristobal de las Casas to Palenque
San Cristobal de las Casas to Palenque - Day 11
Palenque
PalenqueIncluded Activities
- Palenque Ruins guided tour - explore ancient Mayan city with 3.5 hours to visit pyramids, climb for jungle views
- Misol-Ha Waterfall - 45 minutes to swim in refreshing water and walk behind the waterfall into caves
- Agua Azul Waterfalls - 2.5 hours to explore waterfalls, walk next to cascades, swim in calm pools
Landmarks Palenque Ruins Misol-Ha Waterfall Agua Azul Waterfalls - Day 12
Palenque to Merida
Palenque to Merida - Day 13
Merida
MeridaIncluded Activities
- Magic Cenotes tour - visit 2 cenotes with swimming, snorkeling, exploring, or relaxing
- Learn about Mayan culture and rock formations
- Optional high jumps from 32 feet for adventurous travelers
Optional Activities
- Regional artisanal organic firewood cooked meal (not included) - Vegan and vegetarian options available
- Hire boat to visit traditional Kuna Yala village and purchase handmade souvenirs
Landmarks Cenotes - Day 14
Merida to Cancun
Merida to CancunIncluded Activities
- Chichen Itza Day Trip with specialized guide - detailed tour of archaeological site
- Learn about pre-Columbian Mayan city history from 600-1200 AD
- Visit Temple of the Jaguars, Temple of the Warriors, and pyramid of Kukulkan
Landmarks Chichen Itza Temple of the Jaguars Temple of the Warriors Kukulkan - Day 15
Cancun to Playa del Carmen
Cancun to Playa del Carmen - Day 16
Playa del Carmen to Tulum
Playa del Carmen to Tulum - Day 17
Tulum
Tulum- Meals
- Lunch (Delicious lunch after adventure activities)
Included Activities
- Tulum Adventure Base - Welcome, check-in, and safety briefing
- Aerial thrills - Ziplines over jungle canopy, rappelling, hanging bridges, step-up balancing challenges
- ATV Jungle Trek on rugged Can-Am Outlander 4x4 through jungle paths
- Cenote dive and water zipline in crystal-clear open-air cenote
- Lunch after adventure activities
Landmarks Cenote - Day 18
Tulum to Bacalar
Tulum to Bacalar - Day 19
Bacalar to Chetumal
Bacalar to Chetumal - Day 20
Chetumal
Chetumal - Day 21
Chetumal to Caye Caulker
Chetumal to Caye CaulkerLandmarks Caye Caulker 
- Day 22
Caye Caulker
Caye CaulkerIncluded Activities
- Snorkel with Sharks & Rays - half-day tour at Caye Caulker Marine Reserve
- Snorkel along pristine coral reef among schools of tropical fish
- Swim with nurse sharks and stingrays
- Visit three different snorkeling stops along the local reef
Landmarks Caye Caulker Marine Reserve - Day 23
Caye Caulker to Belize City
Caye Caulker to Belize City - Day 24
Belize City to San Ignacio
Belize City to San Ignacio - Day 25
San Ignacio to Flores
San Ignacio to Flores
- Day 26
Flores
FloresIncluded Activities
- Tikal Early Morning Day Tour - early morning experience to archaeological site
- Walk among giant pyramids towering over 200 feet at dawn
- Listen to jungle sounds of exotic birds, monkeys, and mammals
- Experience jungle come alive at sunrise for once-in-a-lifetime nature immersion
Optional Activities
- Purchase entrance tickets at Banrural bank in Flores the day before tour to avoid waiting in line
Landmarks Tikal Peten Region 
- Day 27
Flores to Rio Dulce
Flores to Rio Dulce - Day 28
Rio Dulce to Lanquin
Rio Dulce to Lanquin - Day 29
Lanquin
LanquinIncluded Activities
- Semuc Champey & Kanba Caves Tour - hike through mysterious caves with limestone formations
- Visit Kanba Caves with sacred Maya altar where ancient rituals were performed
- Free time to swim and go river tubing in crystalline waters of Semuc Champey
- Explore natural pools filled with fresh mountain spring water
- Swim in Cahabon River waters
- Visit waterfalls over 40 feet in height
Landmarks Kanba Caves Semuc Champey 
- Day 30
Lanquin to Panajachel
Lanquin to Panajachel - Day 31
San Jorge La Laguna
San Jorge La Laguna- Meals
- Dinner (Dinner with host family)
Included Activities
- Maya Homestay Experience 2D/1N - overnight stay with Kakchiquel Indigenous family
- Dinner included with host family
Optional Activities
- Small gift for host family (cooking materials, pasta, rice, sugar, fruit, vegetables, kitchen utensils approximately $3 USD per person, or children's books and workbooks appreciated)
Landmarks San Jorge La Laguna - Day 32
Panajachel
Panajachel- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast included)
Included Activities
- Maya Homestay Experience 2D/1N - Boat Tour of Lake Atitlan with visits to indigenous villages
- Visit San Pedro La Laguna - bohemian village with indigenous people in traditional dress
- Visit Santiago Atitlán - largest community with 32,000+ population, 95% indigenous Tz'utujil people, lively marketplace, and sacred Maximon/Rilaj Maam statue
- Visit San Antonio Palopo - traditional indigenous town with women wearing intricately designed huipiles and weaving activities
- Breakfast included
Optional Activities
- Purchase huipil traditional hand-woven tunics with profits going directly to villagers
Landmarks Lake Atitlan San Pedro La Laguna Santiago Atitlán San Antonio Palopo - Day 33
Panajachel to Antigua
Panajachel to Antigua - Day 34
Antigua
AntiguaIncluded Activities
- Pacaya Volcano Trek - 2-hour hike up volcano slope
- Trek on dry lava with moon-like landscape
- Potential to see eruptions or lava depending on volcano activity
- Views of neighboring volcanoes
Optional Activities
- Rent horses for the trip up and back
- Rent walking stick from local kids for a few dollars
Landmarks Pacaya Volcano - Day 35
Antigua to Copan
Antigua to Copan - Day 36
Copan
CopanIncluded Activities
- Copan Mayan Archaeological Experience - guided tour of Copan ruins
- Sculpture museum visit with life-size replica of Rosalila temple
Landmarks Copan Ruins - Day 37
Copan to El Tunco
Copan to El Tunco - Day 38
El Tunco to Leon
El Tunco to Leon
- Day 39
Leon
LeonIncluded Activities
- Cerro Negro Volcano Boarding - 4x4 vehicle ride to volcano base
- Hike up to summit of volcano
- View magical scenery and landscapes from volcano peak
- Sled ride down volcano slopes
Landmarks Cerro Negro Volcano 
- Day 40
Leon to Granada
Leon to Granada - Day 41
Granada
GranadaIncluded Activities
- Isletas Day Trip - boat ride on Lake Nicaragua to see islets
- Observe flora and fauna including playful monkeys and colorful birds
Landmarks Lake Nicaragua - Day 42
Granada to San Jorge
Granada to San Jorge - Day 43
Ometepe
Ometepe- Meals
- Dinner (Dinner with host family)
Included Activities
- Ometepe Homestay 2D/1N - Ferry transfer to island homestay
- Dinner with host family
Landmarks Ometepe - Day 44
San Jorge
San Jorge- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast with host family)
Included Activities
- Ometepe Hiking Experience with professional guide - 8-hour hiking experience
- Hike through community paths observing precious wood trees, chaff monkeys, Concepcion Volcano landslide
- Reach crater at 1610 meters above sea level with impressive island views
- Breakfast with host family
- Ferry transfer back to San Jorge
Optional Activities
- Stay at viewpoints at 300 or 600 meters elevation instead of ascending to highest peak for reduced time hiking
Landmarks Concepcion Volcano - Day 45
San Jorge to San Juan del Sur
San Jorge to San Juan del Sur - Day 46
San Juan del Sur to Monteverde
San Juan del Sur to Monteverde
- Day 47
Monteverde
MonteverdeIncluded Activities
- Monteverde Canopy Zip-line - 14 different cables through treetops
- Big Tarzan swing
- 30-meter rappel
- 1-kilometer Superman Cable
- 175-meter long Underground Superman Cable tunnel
Landmarks Monteverde Cloud Forest 
- Day 48
Monteverde to Manuel Antonio
Monteverde to Manuel Antonio - Day 49
Manuel Antonio
Manuel AntonioIncluded Activities
- Manuel Antonio National Park Day Trip - trail exploration through majestic forest
- Main Trail (1.3 miles) - short loop through forest to beaches
- Optional Punta Catedral Trail - Cathedral Point lookout
- Optional Playa Gemelas and Punto Escondido Beaches (1 mile trail)
- Optional Mirador Trail - beautiful overlook point (slightly more difficult, less than 1 mile)
Landmarks Manuel Antonio National Park 
- Day 50
Manuel Antonio to San Jose
Manuel Antonio to San Jose - Day 51
San Jose
San JoseIncluded Activities
- San Jose Bites & Sights Experience - guided walking tour with local expert
- Walk through Expression Park - oldest park in city, learn about park history
- Visit National Liquor Factory - 19th century building important to city history
- Visit Metal Building - 19th century architectural gem
- Explore Parque Nacional for taste of San Jose's history
- Visit Central Market (120-year-old building) - taste local Costa Rican cuisine and coffee
Landmarks Expression Park National Liquor Factory Metal Building Parque Nacional Central Market 
- Day 52
San Jose to Puerto Viejo
San Jose to Puerto Viejo - Day 53
Puerto Viejo to Bocas del Toro
Puerto Viejo to Bocas del ToroLandmarks Bocas del Toro 
- Day 54
Bocas del Toro to Panama City
Bocas del Toro to Panama City - Day 55
Panama City to San Blas Islands
Panama City to San Blas Islands- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch on arrival day), Dinner (Dinner on arrival day)
Included Activities
- San Blas Yanis Island Budget Experience 3D/2N - 4x4 jungle transportation
- Lunch and dinner on arrival day
Landmarks San Blas Islands Kuna Yala 
- Day 56
San Blas Islands
San Blas Islands- Meals
- Breakfast (Fresh breakfast with sounds of waves on shore), Lunch (Lunch on the island), Dinner (Dinner watching sunset over Caribbean)
Included Activities
- San Blas Islands Tour - breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
- Swim or snorkel around island in crystal clear turquoise waters
- Explore tropical fish among coral reefs or relax in hammock
Optional Activities
- Hire boat to visit traditional Kuna Yala village and purchase handmade souvenirs to contribute to community (optional activity at extra cost)
Landmarks San Blas Islands 
- Day 57
Panama City
Panama City- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast before departure), Lunch (Lunch during transfer)
Included Activities
- San Blas Islands return transfer - boat trip from island to dock
- 4x4 transportation from dock back to Panama City
- Breakfast and lunch included
