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Central American Journey: Rainforests & Ruins

Escape the resorts and discover something extraordinary in Central America. Visit seven countries on this adventure and experience mighty ruins, clear Caribbean waters, Pacific waves, rainforests, and breathtaking scenery along the way. Explore indigenous Mayan villages and meet locals for an immersive experience that few travellers get to know. While you're free to choose your own adventure, your accommodation and transportation are included. Our expert CEOs will help you make the most of your time. Take a trip that's packed with all the things you need and nothing you don't – 32 days of maximum adventure at minimum cost.

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32 DaysPlaya del Carmen to San José
Valid on May 5 2026Trip Code: JCS
From $2447.67 USDIncluding taxes and fees

Is this tour for me?

Travel Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings

Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.

Service Level: Basic

Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.

Physical Grading: 2 - Light

Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.

Merchandising: Top Seller

Merchandising: Planeterra Project

Trip Type: Small Group

Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.

Age requirements: 18-39

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Central American Journey: Rainforests & Ruins - Itinerary

Trip Start: Playa del CarmenTrip End: San José

DAY 1

Playa del Carmen

Arrive at any time. Head out tonight with your fellow travellers to 12th Street, where there’s tons of bars and clubs to choose from. Say cheers to new adventures with new friends! Check into our hotel and enjoy the city.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Connect With New Friends:
Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.

Hotel 12 bees:
Hotel 12 bees

Central American Journey: Rainforests & Ruins - Itinerary

Trip Start: Playa del CarmenTrip End: San José
DAY 1
Playa del Carmen

DAY 1

Playa del Carmen

Arrive at any time. Head out tonight with your fellow travellers to 12th Street, where there’s tons of bars and clubs to choose from. Say cheers to new adventures with new friends! Check into our hotel and enjoy the city.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Connect With New Friends:
Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.

Hotel 12 bees:
Hotel 12 bees

DAY 2
Playa del Carmen
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DAY 3
Playa del Carmen/Caye Caulker
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DAY 4
Caye Caulker
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DAY 5
Caye Caulker
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DAY 6
Caye Caulker/San Ignacio
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DAY 7
San Ignacio
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DAY 8
San Ignacio/Flores
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DAY 9
Flores/Rio Dulce
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DAY 10
Rio Dulce
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DAY 11
Rio Dulce/Antigua Guatemala
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DAY 12
Antigua Guatemala
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DAY 13
Antigua Guatemala/Panajachel
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DAY 14
Panajachel/San Juan La Laguna
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DAY 15
San Juan La Laguna/Antigua Guatemala
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DAY 16
Antigua Guatemala
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DAY 17
Antigua Guatemala/Copán
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DAY 18
Copán
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DAY 19
Copán/Suchitoto
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DAY 20
Suchitoto/La Libertad Region
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DAY 21
La Libertad Region
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DAY 22
La Libertad Region/León
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DAY 23
León/Granada
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DAY 24
Granada
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DAY 25
Granada/Isla de Ometepe
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DAY 26
Isla de Ometepe
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DAY 27
Isla de Ometepe/Monteverde
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DAY 28
Monteverde
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DAY 29
Monteverde/La Fortuna
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DAY 30
La Fortuna
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DAY 31
La Fortuna/San José
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DAY 32
San José
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What’s Included

  • Your G for Good Moment: San Antonio Women's Pottery Cooperative and Local Lunch, San Ignacio
  • Your G for Good Moment: Caribbean Gastronomic Experience "El Manglar", Lívingston
  • Your G for Good Moment: Posadas Mayas Homestay, San Juan La Laguna
  • Your G for Good Moment: Puesta del Sol Community Guesthouse Stay, Isla de Ometepe
  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
  • Your Discover Moment: Playa del Carmen
  • Your Discover Moment: Caye Caulker
  • Your Discover Moment: Antigua Guatemala
  • Your Big Night Out Moment: Antigua Guatemala
  • Your Big Night Out Moment: Granada
  • Your Discover Moment: Granada
  • Your Discover Moment: Monteverde
  • Your Discover Moment: La Fortuna
  • Guided tour of Tikal
  • Orientation walks in Antigua, León, and Granada
  • Beach time in Caye Caulker and El Tunco
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Accommodations
  • Simple hotels/hostels (28 nts, most multi-share), homestay (3 nts)
Meals
  • 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
Transportation
  • Local bus, ferry, boat, private vehicle, taxi, walking.
Staff & experts
  • Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.

Central American Journey: Rainforests & Ruins Departure Dates

All Years

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Sat, Feb 14 2026Tue, Mar 17 2026Sold Out $2,779.67 USD
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Thu, Feb 19 2026Sun, Mar 22 2026Open (9)$2,779.67 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sat, Feb 21 2026Tue, Mar 24 2026Sold Out $2,779.67 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Thu, Feb 26 2026Sun, Mar 29 2026Open (9)$2,779.67 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Thu, Mar 05 2026Sun, Apr 05 2026Sold Out $2,779.67 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)

USEFUL INFO

Your G for Good Moment: San Antonio Women's Pottery Cooperative and Local Lunch, San Ignacio
Your G for Good Moment: Caribbean Gastronomic Experience "El Manglar", Lívingston
Your G for Good Moment: Posadas Mayas Homestay, San Juan La Laguna
Your G for Good Moment: Puesta del Sol Community Guesthouse Stay, Isla de Ometepe
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
Your Discover Moment: Playa del Carmen
Your Discover Moment: Caye Caulker
Your Discover Moment: Antigua Guatemala
Your Big Night Out Moment: Antigua Guatemala
Your Big Night Out Moment: Granada
Your Discover Moment: Granada
Your Discover Moment: Monteverde
Your Discover Moment: La Fortuna. Guided tour of Tikal. Orientation walks in Antigua, León, and Granada. Beach time in Caye Caulker and El Tunco. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Relax on white-sand beaches, explore the Mayan ruins of Copán and Tikal, bargain at the local markets of colourful colonial Antigua, meet some local friends at a local homestay in Guatemala, visit seven countries in a month.

The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.

VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you print a final copy of your Trip Details to review a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.

While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.

Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.

1. Please note that this tour is a combination of several G Adventures tours. As such, your group CEO, fellow passengers, or vehicle may change between the individual tour sections.

2. As this trip crosses national borders, please be prepared to pay some border fees for certain countries ranging from $1 to $60 USD. Please check with your local embassy or consulate for up-to-date visa requirements, or see your travel agent.

QUINTANA ROO TOURIST TAX
Please note there may be a 983 MXN (approximately 56 USD) tourist tax at Cancún International Airport, however it is usually included in international tickets. Please verify with your airline if the departure tax is included in your airfare.

3. Please note the use of drones is banned in Nicaragua.

4. COMBO TRIP
Please note that this tour combines with other G Adventures tours. As such, the staff and some travel companions on your tour may have previously been traveling together with G Adventures, prior to Day 1 of your tour. Likewise, some staff and travel companions may be continuing together on another G Adventures tour, after your trip concludes.

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