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The Lure of Central America (Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua)

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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Antigua

    Antigua

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Antigua city on your own
  3. Day 2

    Antigua

    Antigua
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Antigua
    • Visit San Francisco Church
    • Visit Santa Clara Convent
    • Visit The Church and Convent of La Merced

    Optional Activities

    • Continue exploring Antigua on your own
    Landmarks
    San Francisco Church
    Santa Clara Convent
    The Church and Convent of La Merced
  4. Day 3

    Antigua to Lake Atitlán

    Antigua to Lake Atitlán
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Iximche ruins
    • Travel to Lake Atitlán

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Panajachel on your own
    Landmarks
    Iximche
    Lake Atitlán
  5. Day 4

    Lake Atitlán

    Lake Atitlán
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Boat tour on Lake Atitlán
    • Visit indigenous Mayan villages
    Landmarks
    Lake Atitlán
  6. Day 5

    Copan

    Copan
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    Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Copan
  7. Day 6

    Copan

    Copan
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    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Copan ruins
    • Visit Hieroglyphic Stairway
    • Visit Ballcourt at Copan

    Optional Activities

    • Visit museums near Copan
    • Visit Macaw Mountain Bird Park
    Landmarks
    Copan Ruins
    Hieroglyphic Stairway
    Ballcourt at Copan
    Macaw Mountain Bird Park
  8. Day 7

    Suchitoto

    Suchitoto
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided city tour of Suchitoto

    Optional Activities

    • Explore art galleries and craft shops in Suchitoto
    • Explore Suchitoto on your own
    Landmarks
    Lake Suchitlán
  9. Day 8

    Suchitoto to Gulf of Fonseca

    Suchitoto to Gulf of Fonseca
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    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Sunrise boat trip on Lake Suchitlán
    Landmarks
    Lake Suchitlán
    Gulf of Fonseca
  10. Day 9

    León

    León
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    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Boat crossing to Nicaragua
    Landmarks
    La Unión Port
  11. Day 10

    León to Ometepe Island

    León to Ometepe Island
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    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided city tour of León
    • Visit Catedral de León
    • Ferry to Ometepe Island

    Optional Activities

    • Climb Catedral de León rooftop for panoramic views
    Landmarks
    Catedral de León
    Ometepe Island
    Volcán Concepción
    Volcán Maderas
  12. Day 11

    Ometepe Island to Granada

    Ometepe Island to Granada
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Visit Ojo de Agua
    • Hike in Charco Verde Nature Reserve
    • Ferry from Ometepe Island to San Juan
    Landmarks
    Ojo de Agua
    Charco Verde Nature Reserve
    Lake Nicaragua
  13. Day 12

    Granada

    Granada
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Walk along La Calzada pedestrian street
    • Explore Granada's colonial architecture on your own
    • Optional evening trip to Masaya Volcano
    Landmarks
    La Calzada
    Masaya Volcano
  14. Day 13

    Granada to Managua

    Granada to Managua
    Meals
    Breakfast

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  • Transport
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  • Guide
    3.0
  • Accommodation
    2.8
  • Food
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  • Ned
    Ned4.0•April 2024
    There were only three of us on this trip. One guide handled Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador; the second guide...
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    Traveled in March 2024
  • Katherine
    Katherine2.0•November 2023
    We have just returned from the Central America tour run by Penguin Tours. This was a 13-day tour, although since the...
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    Traveled in October 2023
    Reply from: Penguin Travel
    Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to hear you were not completely satisfied with our services. We will consider all your comments and will make sure we do better in the future. Best regards, Penguin Travel Team
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  • KELLY2.0•November 2023
    Very UNORGANIZED and SUBSTANDARD accommodations. EVERY single hotel listed was changed to a lower class/cost place....
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    Traveled in October 2023
    Reply from: Penguin Travel
    Hello Kelly, we appreciate your feedback. We’re very sorry to hear that this experience did not meet your expectations. We will look into the issues you mentioned and will make sure we do better in the future. We wish you safe and happy travels. Best travels, Penguin Travel Team
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  • Katherine
    Katherine3.0•November 2023
    We have just returned from the Central America tour run by Penguin Tours. This was a 13-day tour, although since the...
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    Traveled in October 2023
    Reply from: Penguin Travel
    Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to hear you were not completely satisfied with our services. We will consider all your comments and will make sure we do better in the future. Best regards, Penguin Travel Team
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  • Eve
    Eve4.0•March 2023
    It's adventure travel
    Traveled in March 2023
    Reply from: Penguin Travel
    Thank you for your feedback, Eve. We are looking forward to having you on another trip with Penguin Travel in the future.
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  • Jeanne
    Jeanne4.0•March 2023
    Central America is a third world location with incredible scenery and great people. But be prepared for cold showers.
    Traveled in February 2023
    Reply from: Penguin Travel
    Hello Jeanne, thank you for your feedback. We hope you enjoyed the trip overall and the issue mentioned did not ruin the overall experience for you. We wish you safe and happy travels and look forward to having you on another one of our trips in the future. Best travels, Penguin Travel Team
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  • Anonymous5.0•March 2023
    very well organized with enough space for own discoveries
    Traveled in February 2023
    Reply from: Penguin Travel
    Thank you for your feedback. We are looking forward to having you on another trip with Penguin Travel in the future.
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  • Cathy4.0•March 2023
    Diverse and well traveled group. Some of the hotels were sub standard. Tour guides were excellent. Accolades to Eli,...
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    Traveled in February 2023
    Reply from: Penguin Travel
    Hello Cathy, we are happy to hear you enjoyed your trip with Penguin Travel. We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. We are looking forward to having you on another tour of ours in the future.
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    Olga

    Asked on August 13th, 2026

    We would like to go on this tour January 22 to February 3, 2027. We were just wondering if there's any way you can upgrade the hotel and how much.That would be ?

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    • Penguin TravelOperator•Written August 2026

      I completely understand that you may prefer a higher standard of accommodation, and I'd be happy to clarify how this works.
      This is a group tour, and ideally all participants stay at the same accommodation throughout the trip. In addition, the itinerary includes some remote, less-populated areas where there may be only two or three hotels available. For this reason, upgrading to a different or higher-category hotel is not always possible, as the options are quite limited in some locations.
      If having upgraded or more comfortable hotels throughout the trip is important to you, a private tour would be a better option, as we would have more flexibility with the choice of accommodation. However, please note that the price of a private tour would typically be 2-3 times higher than the group tour.

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      Olga

      Traveler•Written August 2026

      I'm trying to find the flights for this and I wanna make sure I am right I have to fly into Guatemala airport GUA which is about an hour and 30 minutes away from Antigua is this right and then we would fly out of Managua MGA

    • Penguin TravelOperator•Written August 2026

      Yes, you got it right - the flight is to Guatemala city which is 1,5 hour away from Antigua if there is not a traffic jam (often there is).
      Usually all the tourists arrive on the first day and stay together in a hotel close t the airport. There is NO other program this day. People can go by themselves to the center of Guatemala city if they arrive earlier. The next day in the morning we are all transferred by our bus to the hotel of Antigua, leave the luggage and start the day program around 10.30 according to the plan.
      However, some people prefer to be transferred directly to Antigua on the day of their arrival to Guatemala airport. We do offer the transfer as an additional service. For the groups in 2026 it costs 50 USD. There might be a slight change in the price next year. We just need to know in advance if you prefer this option because we should book you a hotel in Antigua instead of in Guatemala city.
      Concerning the departure flight - yeas, we sleep in Granada and you will be transferred in a group transfer to Managua. If you want a private transfer to Managua, again it costs 50 USD (in 2026).
      Some people want to stay a day or two more in Managua. For some small tips for the driver, he can drop you to your hotel in Managua if you wish so (after he leaves the people for the airport).

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    Keith

    Asked on June 25th, 2026

    What would it cost from Ecuador, what is included and what are the best dates to travel?

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    • Penguin TravelOperator•Written June 2026

      Price Includes:
      - accommodation in standard hotels (rooms with en-suite facilities)
      - ground transportation as per the program
      - arrival and departure airport transfers
      - entry fees for the following sites: Iximche,Copan,sites included in the city tours of Antigua,Leon and Granada and Ometepe Island
      - local English-speaking guides
      - tour leader from Penguin Travel (at min. 10 people)
      - meals according to the itinerary (B-breakfast,L-lunch,D -dinner)
      - boat tours and activities mentioned in the itinerary

      Not Included:
      - international flight tickets
      - visa fees if applicable
      - insurance
      - optional trips and activities
      - entrance fees not mentioned in "included" and associated with optional activities
      - meals and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
      - tips
      - personal expenses

      The best time to travel will be from the end of October to April. January is one of the best months to travel there.

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    Allan

    Asked on May 27th, 2026

    Would you be able to offer a private tour for two people from Nov 13-Nov 22?

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    • Penguin TravelOperator•Written May 2026

      We are unfortunately not able to offer you this tour as a private tour for 2 people.

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    Fiona

    Asked on January 26th, 2026

    Is there a waiting list for the 28 of march departure tour? My husband and i would love to join this tour.

    Price / Availability
    • Penguin TravelOperator•Written January 2026

      I can add you to our waiting list and will keep you informed should the situation change.

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      Fiona

      Traveler•Written January 2026

      What are the chances of moving from the wait list to the tour? Did you have any other options?

    • Penguin TravelOperator•Written February 2026

      The other option is to book the same tour on October 25th 2026.

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    Brett

    Asked on June 12th, 2025

    What the date of this tours for the next year ( 2026 ) ?

    Tour Details
    • Penguin TravelOperator•Written June 2025

      We now have 2 dates announced for 2026: 31 January and 28 March.

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    Jeremy

    Asked on May 11th, 2025

    Is it possible to do that trip for lower price without the excursions. Just the Transfers and hotels for 2 people?

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    • Penguin TravelOperator•Written May 2025

      If you will be joining the group trip, it will not be possible. However, we can send you an offer for just the two of you to travel separately in a private car and arrange the hotel accommodation. Please also note that in this case, the driver will most likely not speak English.

    • J

      Jeremy

      Traveler•Written May 2025

      Spanish speaking driver is no problem. I can speak spanish. So i just would need the transfers + 2 excursions for 2 people.

    • Penguin TravelOperator•Written May 2025

      The price for this services will be 2300 EUR per person. It includes, -Private transportation from arrival in Guatemala to departure in Nicaragua. -Full day tour around Lake Atitlan. -Tour in Golfo de Fonseca stopping in one Island and going around another to see its fauna. -13 nights of lodging for 2 people in hotels with A/C -If you want to visit the Honduran Island of Amapala it will be a longer tour with an extra charge of U$250.00/ 230 EUR. total for the two of you.

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    Ahmed

    Asked on March 2nd, 2025

    Do you have a guaranteed departure for the tour?

    • Penguin TravelOperator•Written March 2025

      Yes, we have guaranteed departures. Please check with us for specific dates.

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    Abdessamad

    Asked on January 21st, 2025

    What should I pack for this trip?

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    • Penguin TravelOperator•Written January 2025

      You should bring clothing suitable for warm weather, a rain jacket, comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, and a reusable water bottle.

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    Jacques

    Asked on January 10th, 2025

    Do I need vaccinations for this tour?

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    • Penguin TravelOperator•Written January 2025

      No vaccinations are required, but some are highly recommended. Please consult your healthcare provider.

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    Marlene

    Asked on December 16th, 2024

    Can I join the tour after the start date?

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    • Penguin TravelOperator•Written December 2024

      Yes, it's possible to join the tour later. An extra transfer fee will be required if joining after the start date.

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