Itinerary
- Day 1
Belize City to Cayo District
You'll touch down in Belize City and head to your hotel in the Cayo District on your own. The drive takes a couple of hours through the country, giving you a chance to see the landscape as you make your way inland from the coast.
- Day 2
Cayo District
After breakfast, you're off to Xunantunich, an ancient Maya site sitting on the banks of the Mopan River. El Castillo, a 130-foot pyramid with intricate stucco carvings, is the main draw here, and you'll get a private guided tour through the ceremonial site to understand what happened there. Later in the afternoon, there's time to wander around the nearby town of San Ignacio before heading back to the hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Xunantunich Maya site
- Visit El Castillo pyramid at Xunantunich
- Exploration time in San Ignacio town
Landmarks Xunantunich El Castillo San Ignacio 
- Day 3
Cayo District
You'll drive through Mountain Pine Ridge's scenic terrain after breakfast, then switch to off-road travel heading to Barton Creek Cave. On the way, you'll pass through a traditional Mennonite community to see how locals live. The main event is a half-day canoe trip into the cave system, where ancient Maya performed ceremonies and burials centuries ago. Your guides point out stalactites and calcite formations while explaining the cultural significance of this 7.5-kilometre limestone cave system.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Half-day canoe expedition in Barton Creek Cave
- Guided exploration of Maya ceremonial and burial site
- Passage through Mountain Pine Ridge scenic area
- Visit to traditional Mennonite community
Landmarks Barton Creek Cave Mountain Pine Ridge - Day 4
Cayo District
This day is entirely yours to spend how you'd like in the Cayo District. Rivers, forests, and rolling hills surround you, so it's perfect for either taking it easy and relaxing or heading out on your own to discover the dramatic landscapes and natural attractions scattered throughout the region.
Optional Activities
- Independent exploration of regional landscapes and natural attractions
- Relaxation at leisure
- Day 5
Cayo District to San Pedro
After breakfast, you'll travel toward Belize City and stop at the Community Baboon Sanctuary, about 35 miles northwest of the city. A short jungle walk gives you chances to see and hear the black howler monkeys, known for their deep territorial calls that echo through the forest. Lunch at a local restaurant comes next, then it's off to Belize City airport for your included flight to San Pedro. Once you arrive, a transfer takes you to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Visit to Community Baboon Sanctuary
- Jungle walk at Community Baboon Sanctuary
- Flight from Belize City to San Pedro
Landmarks Community Baboon Sanctuary 
- Day 6
San Pedro
You're heading out to Hol Chan Marine Reserve, a protected area with shallow coral gardens and crystal-clear water. The natural reef cut has depths ranging from 1 to 9 metres, and you'll see diverse marine life around stag horn corals and sea fans. Then it's on to Shark Ray Alley nearby, where nurse sharks and southern stingrays glide through the water. This ranks as one of Belize's top snorkelling and diving spots.
Included Activities
- Snorkelling and diving at Hol Chan Marine Reserve
- Marine life observation at Shark Ray Alley
Landmarks Hol Chan Marine Reserve Shark Ray Alley - Day 7
San Pedro
San Pedro is yours to explore at your own pace today. The colourful streets have local shops where you can pick up souvenirs, or if you prefer, just settle into a spot and soak up the relaxed Caribbean vibe that makes this place special.
Optional Activities
- Exploration of San Pedro streets and local shops
- Souvenir shopping
- Beach and Caribbean atmosphere relaxation
- Day 8
San Pedro to Belize City
At the right time, you'll make your way to San Pedro airport for your flight back to Belize City. From there, you'll connect to your international flight heading home.
