I hold an Iranian passport, but I am a UAE resident and I live in the UK. Does the tour company help with visas? also i want to travel solo, would I be with a nice group?

we are not able to help with visas, and the other one this is not a group tour this is a self guided tour.

am i traveling with a group or by myself?

this is a selfguided tour not group tour.

Is there daily departures from Antigua? When will arrival in San Jose be on day 14?

At this time we don't have more people yet

This tour allows a 5 year old kid? Doesn't He pay for the package, does He? O mean only 2 adults pay?

The payment for children is the same because they will use a seat on the bus, and vans so that they can travel confortable along the way of the trip and for safety.

I have been looking into the Central America Experience tour. Is there a tour flexible enough to accommodate my travel dates?

This is not a group tour, this is a self guided tour, so it means you will travel by yourself from one point to other, of course we will send you confirmations or bus tickets for each transfer.

Can you describe what a self-guided tour entails?

A self-guided tour means we will arrange accommodation, transportation, and local activities. However, you will need to manage transportation to and from hotels and bus stations at several points yourself.

Is there an option for a private tour?

Unfortunately, at this moment, we are not able to provide private tours. Our current offerings are primarily self-guided tours where you navigate part of the tour yourself.

We are experienced travellers aged 72. Very fit & agile. Interested in Central America experience in Nov 2025 We would require accom in private room (with bathroom if possible) Would your company be suitable for us??

yes, we can add 1 private room with private bathroom but the price will be changed. do you need hostel category or high level of hotels?

Are you conducting this central America tour still

We are still checking if this tour is available because some destinations are not running as normal, so we have to check the itinerary.

Interested in tour ID no.50592. Please explain self guided. How much budget I am looking at?

This is a selfguided tour it means that you will travel by shared vans, first class public buses, you will have shared guided local tours, no guide with you along the trip, you need to get a bus stations and hotels by yourself for some of routes.

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Central America Experience

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From Antigua to San Jose

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Silver Operator: Marvelus Travel
Adventure & Adrenaline: Seek thrilling adventures that keep you moving
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Self-guided: Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English: Other languages on request: Spanish
Group Size 2 - 12
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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Antigua to Pacaya Volcano to Panajachel
Antigua to Pacaya Volcano to Panajachel
Start point
Cafe Condessa, parque central 5ta ave norte #4, Antigua Guatemala, Sacatepéquez, Guatemala (Any hotel in Antigua, 08:00 - 06:00)
Included Activities
- Pacaya Volcano Trek to peak (2 hours) with views of Fuego and Acatenango volcanoes
Landmarks
Pacaya Volcano
Fuego Volcano
Acatenango Volcano
Day 2
Lake Atitlan Communities
Lake Atitlan Communities
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Shared boat tour visiting San Juan La Laguna, Pedro La Laguna, and Santiago Atitlan
- Experience Mayan communities, handicrafts, and Mayan arts
Landmarks
Lake Atitlan
San Juan La Laguna
Pedro La Laguna
Santiago Atitlan
Day 3
Antigua to El Tunco Beach, El Salvador
Antigua to El Tunco Beach, El Salvador
Landmarks
El Tunco Beach
Day 4
El Tunco Beach
El Tunco Beach
Optional Activities
- Surfing class at El Tunco Beach
Landmarks
El Tunco Beach
Day 5
El Tunco to Leon, Nicaragua
El Tunco to Leon, Nicaragua
Day 6
Cerro Negro Volcano
Cerro Negro Volcano
Included Activities
- Cerro Negro Volcano boarding experience (1000 meters descent)
Landmarks
Cerro Negro Volcano
Day 7
Leon to Granada
Leon to Granada
Day 8
Granada Lake Islands to San Juan del Sur
Granada Lake Islands to San Juan del Sur
Included Activities
- Shared boat tour exploring small islands in Granada Lake
Landmarks
Granada Lake
Day 9
San Juan del Sur Beach
San Juan del Sur Beach
Optional Activities
- Surfing at San Juan del Sur Beach
Landmarks
San Juan del Sur Beach
Day 10
San Juan del Sur to Monteverde, Costa Rica
San Juan del Sur to Monteverde, Costa Rica
Landmarks
Penas Blancas Border
Day 11
Monteverde Canopy Tour
Monteverde Canopy Tour
Included Activities
- Canopy tour in Monteverde National Park
Landmarks
Monteverde National Park
Day 12
Monteverde to La Fortuna
Monteverde to La Fortuna
Meals
Breakfast
Day 13
Arenal Volcano Warm Springs
Arenal Volcano Warm Springs
Included Activities
- Walking tour around Arenal Volcano area
Optional Activities
- Soaking in natural warm springs around La Fortuna and base of Arenal Volcano
Landmarks
Arenal Volcano
Day 14
La Fortuna to San Jose
La Fortuna to San Jose
End point
San José, San José, Costa Rica (Any Hotel in San Jose, 08:00 - 06:00)

Landmarks
Pacaya Volcano
Fuego Volcano
Acatenango Volcano

Landmarks
Lake Atitlan
San Juan La Laguna
Pedro La Laguna
Santiago Atitlan

Landmarks
El Tunco Beach

Landmarks
El Tunco Beach

Landmarks
Cerro Negro Volcano

Landmarks
Granada Lake

Landmarks
San Juan del Sur Beach

Landmarks
Penas Blancas Border

Landmarks
Monteverde National Park

Landmarks
Arenal Volcano

Accommodation
Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport

What's Not Included

Flights
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

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Marvelus Travel

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Rating: 3.9 (100 reviews)
Response time: within 2 days
Response rate: 96%
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5.0

Overall rating based on 1 Reviews

Transport
5.0
Guide
5.0
Tour Operator
3.9

Tori5.0•January 2020
Although our bus didn’t turn up the first day Olivia in the office was amazing at sorting everything out for us. Then...
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Traveled in January 2020

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Jacob
Asked on September 3rd, 2026
I hold an Iranian passport, but I am a UAE resident and I live in the UK. Does the tour company help with visas? also i want to travel solo, would I be with a nice group?
Group size
Visa
- Marvelus TravelOperator•Written September 2026
  we are not able to help with visas, and the other one this is not a group tour this is a self guided tour.
D
Deborah
Asked on February 2nd, 2026
am i traveling with a group or by myself?
Group size
- Marvelus TravelOperator•Written February 2026
  this is a selfguided tour not group tour.
V
Vanessa
Asked on January 1st, 2026
Is there daily departures from Antigua? When will arrival in San Jose be on day 14?
Flights / Transfers
Tour Details
- Marvelus TravelOperator•Written January 2026
  At this time we don't have more people yet
K
Katherine
Asked on September 25th, 2025
This tour allows a 5 year old kid? Doesn't He pay for the package, does He? O mean only 2 adults pay?
Age Range
Price / Availability
- Marvelus TravelOperator•Written September 2025
  The payment for children is the same because they will use a seat on the bus, and vans so that they can travel confortable along the way of the trip and for safety.
C
Connie
Asked on June 7th, 2025
I have been looking into the Central America Experience tour. Is there a tour flexible enough to accommodate my travel dates?
Tour Details
Travel Support
- Marvelus TravelOperator•Written June 2025
  This is not a group tour, this is a self guided tour, so it means you will travel by yourself from one point to other, of course we will send you confirmations or bus tickets for each transfer.
- C
  Connie
  Traveler•Written June 2025
  I am looking for a group tour. Do you have anything similar available?
- Marvelus TravelOperator•Written June 2025
  Unfortunately we dont have any booking for group tour yet.
L
Liz
Asked on March 10th, 2025
Can you describe what a self-guided tour entails?
Other
Tour Details
- Marvelus TravelOperator•Written March 2025
  A self-guided tour means we will arrange accommodation, transportation, and local activities. However, you will need to manage transportation to and from hotels and bus stations at several points yourself.
J
Joshua
Asked on November 10th, 2024
Is there an option for a private tour?
Tour Details
- Marvelus TravelOperator•Written November 2024
  Unfortunately, at this moment, we are not able to provide private tours. Our current offerings are primarily self-guided tours where you navigate part of the tour yourself.
E
Erika
Asked on October 29th, 2024
We are experienced travellers aged 72. Very fit & agile. Interested in Central America experience in Nov 2025 We would require accom in private room (with bathroom if possible) Would your company be suitable for us??
Accommodation
Age Range
- Marvelus TravelOperator•Written October 2024
  yes, we can add 1 private room with private bathroom but the price will be changed. do you need hostel category or high level of hotels?
E
Elizabeth
Asked on October 20th, 2024
Are you conducting this central America tour still
Tour Details
- Marvelus TravelOperator•Written October 2024
  We are still checking if this tour is available because some destinations are not running as normal, so we have to check the itinerary.
- E
  Elizabeth
  Traveler•Written November 2024
  Is your tour ID # 50592 operative. I am interested in January 25 slot. Please quote price.
- Marvelus TravelOperator•Written November 2024
  We require 2 people as minimum for this trip and at this time we dont have more people yet.
M
Martin
Asked on September 3rd, 2024
Interested in tour ID no.50592. Please explain self guided. How much budget I am looking at?
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- Marvelus TravelOperator•Written September 2024
  This is a selfguided tour it means that you will travel by shared vans, first class public buses, you will have shared guided local tours, no guide with you along the trip, you need to get a bus stations and hotels by yourself for some of routes.

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Tour ID: 50592

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4 local currencies
You’ll encounter Costa Rican Colon in Costa Rica, El Salvador Colon in El Salvador, Quetzal in Guatemala, Cordoba Oro in Nicaragua.
Plug types A, B, G, I
You’ll need an adapter for these sockets in Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua and Costa Rica.

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Plugs & adapters
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