Total Central America: Two Months of Wild

Two months. Seven countries. One unforgettable ride. This all-out Central American adventure kicks off in Mexico City with tacos, mole, and...

Guatemala, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Belize, Honduras, Costa Rica, El Salvador

Total Central America: Two Months of Wild

DAY 1 Mexico City

Arrive at any time.

Administrative

Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends

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

Administrative

Your Welcome Moment: 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.

Accommodation

Below is an example of the hotel we may use in this city. For the actual hotel your specific departure will be using, please check your voucher.

Hotel Benedicta

Hotel
DAY 2 Mexico City

Start the adventure off with a CEO-led walking tour through La Condesa and Roma neighborhoods. Stroll past bohemian cafes, bars, and restaurants. Your CEO will grab some street food snacks for the group ranging from street tacos to chilaquiles. Savour whatever you sample as you continue to get to know the area. Finish up the tour near the giant Bosque de Chapultepec. Then, spend the afternoon trying out the optional activities in the area like a visit to the ruins of Teotihuacán.

Land Tour

Mexico City Walking Tour

Mexico City

Get the lay of the land during a walking tour of Mexico City with your CEO. Start by visiting the La Condesa and Roma neighborhoods. Wander past the bars, restaurants, and cafes. Sample some street food snacks purchased by your CEO. The tour ends at Bosque de Chapultepec.

Free Time

Mexico CityAFTERNOON

Take advantage of free time to get to know Mexico City on your own. Choose from a variety of optional activities in the area, seek out some great food spots, or search for some unique gifts to bring back to your friends and family.

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Accommodation

Hotel Benedicta

Hotel
DAY 3 Mexico City/Oaxaca

Hit the road and travel south to Oaxaca from Mexico City. Once the group arrives we will head out for an orientation walk to the main square and some of the nearby markets. Soak in your first experience of the vibrant culture in Oaxaca. Enjoy a free evening to do as you please. Perhaps, find a lively restaurant and give your tastebuds something to dance about.

Bus

Local Bus

Mexico City- Oaxaca6h-7h470km

Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.

Land Tour

Orientation Walk

Oaxaca

All walks will be slightly different, allowing your CEO to show off their favourite spots. You can expect to see the Santo Domingo Cultural Centre, walk through the zocalo and the famous 20th of November market. Opt to sample some delicious Oaxacan foods along the way such as mole, tlayudas or chapulines.

Accommodation

Hostal Don Nino

Hotel
DAY 4 Oaxaca

Today, enjoy a free day for optional activities in Oaxaca until late afternoon. Explore local taverns, discover the vibrant indigenous culture in the area, sample food from lively markets, try mole, and mezcal and fully experience the allure of this Mexican city. Later your CEO will accompany the group to the market where you can try a tlayuda, a toasted tortilla with tons of different toppings like refried beans, shredded cabbage, salsa, meat, and cheese. Cap off the day with a visit to a local chocolate-making shop and a free evening to keep the adventure going.

Free Time

OaxacaHALF_DAY

From museums and galleries to markets filled with locally produced arts and crafts, it's impossible to run out of things to do in Oaxaca. Choose to stroll down more of the streets off the main square in search of street art, check out the intricately designed black pottery, hand-woven Zapotec rugs in local shops, and take in panoramic views of the city from Cerro del Fortín.

Your Foodie Moment: Oaxaca Market Visit With CEO

Oaxaca

Your CEO will accompany the group to the market where you can try a tlayuda, a toasted tortilla with tons of different toppings like refried beans, shredded cabbage, salsa, meat, and cheese before capping off the day with a visit to a local chocolate-making shop.

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Accommodation

Hostal Don Nino

Hotel
DAY 5 Oaxaca/San Cristóbal

The group will have additional free time today in Oaxaca for other optional activities. Afterwards, visit the Alebrijes Artisan Community for your G for Good moment. Meet a local artisan, speak with them, ask any questions the group may have, and learn more about how these handicrafts are made. In the evening board and overnight bus to San Cristobal.

Free Time

OaxacaHALF_DAY

Enjoy more free time in Oaxaca. Taste more delicious food from the markets, book an optional cooking class and learn how to make mole, or shop for keepsakes at the many local stores and craft markets with featuring work by the artists who call Oaxaca home.

Bus

Overnight Bus

Oaxaca- Tuxtla Gutiérrez8h-9h570km

Curl up and catch a snooze en route to the next stop.

Land Tour

Your G for Good Moment: Alebrijes Artisan Community Workshop

Oaxaca

Alebrijes were created by a Mexican artisan named Pedro Linares who was known for making piñatas and carnival masks. After falling ill and hallucinating crazy figures and creatures inside his mind, the artist decided to bring what he saw to life by creating the small figurines we know as Alebrijes. Often made of a mash-up between animals, these figurines are now made by Oaxacan artisans out of wood and then painted with vibrant pigments and lots of patterns. Learn more about how these figurines integrated themselves into Oaxacan/Mexican folklore and how the craft expanded from originally being made from cardboard to now being carved from Copal wood. Meet a local artisan and speak with them, ask any questions the group may have and to learn more about how the Alebrijes are crafted.

Land Tour

Your G for Good Moment: Alebrijes Artisan Community Workshop

Oaxaca

Alebrijes were created by a Mexican artisan named Pedro Linares who was known for making piñatas and carnival masks. After falling ill and hallucinating crazy figures and creatures inside his mind, the artist decided to bring what he saw to life by creating the small figurines we know as Alebrijes. Often made of a mash-up between animals, these figurines are now made by Oaxacan artisans out of wood and then painted with vibrant pigments and lots of patterns. Learn more about how these figurines integrated themselves into Oaxacan/Mexican folklore and how the craft expanded from originally being made from cardboard to now being carved from Copal wood. Meet a local artisan and speak with them, ask any questions the group may have and to learn more about how the Alebrijes are crafted.

DAY 6 San Cristóbal

Arrive early to Tuxtla Gutierrez, which is a city in southern Mexico and the capital of Chiapas. The group will travel by private bus to Sumidero Canyon for an included boat ride down the river. The trip is a few hours long and will take you through the canyon with some of the walls towering 2,500 feet above you. It’s sure to make you feel small. Keep a lookout for the wildlife in the area and try to spot caves as you journey on. Afterwards, continue on to San Cristobal de las Casas where you will stop for the evening.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Tuxtla Gutiérrez- Parque Nacional Cañón del Sumidero0.5h20km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Nature

Sumidero Canyon

San Cristóbal de Las Casas3h

Drive an hour before boarding a boat for a 2-hr journey through the deep Sumidero Canyon. Keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife, birds, monkeys and maybe even a river crocodile. Marvel at the tall waterfalls, hidden caves, and unusual rock formations along the Grijalva River. After, stop in a village to visit markets and enjoy lunch.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Parque Nacional Cañón del Sumidero- San Cristóbal de Las Casas2h-2.5h90km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Accommodation

Hotel San Martin

Hotel
DAY 7 San Cristóbal

San Cristóbal de Las Casas is located in a high mountain valley at 2110m (6921 ft). Enjoy a free day to experience this city known for its 16th-century architecture. Opt to visit nearby indigenous Mayan villages to see their unique day-to-day, or visit Lagunas de Montebello National Park and the group of beautiful lakes near the Guatemalan border. You have a full day to do as you please and there are plenty of activities to try out.

Your Discover Moment: San Cristobal de Las Casas - Free Time

San Cristóbal de Las Casas

Enjoy a free day to experience this city known for its 16th-century architecture. Opt to visit nearby indigenous Mayan villages to see their unique day-to-day, or visit Lagunas de Montebello National Park and the group of beautiful lakes near the Guatemalan border.

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Accommodation

Hotel San Martin

Hotel
DAY 8 San Cristóbal/Palenque

Get ready for a full day of travel from San Cristóbal de Las Casas to Palenque. Along the way the group will stop to swim in the pristine turquoise waters of Roberto Barrios waterfall. Arrive to Palenque in the evening.

Water Tour

Roberto Barrios Waterfalls

Palenque

Visit the Zapatista community of Roberto Barrios and swim in stunning turquoise cascade waterfalls. Then, join an agroecological experience at the Pej'Pem Center you will support local entrepreneurship and the sustainable transformation of communities in Chiapas.

Bus

Private Vehicle

San Cristóbal de Las Casas- Palenque5h-6h215km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Accommodation

Hotel Maya Tulipanes

Hotel
DAY 9 Palenque

Enjoy a guided tour of the impressive Mayan ruins of Palenque followed by free time for an optional jungle trail hike, or just relax at the hotel keeping an eye out for nearby birds and wildlife.

Land Tour

Palenque Ruins Guided Tour

Palenque2h-3h

Experience the elegant jungle site of Palenque on a guided tour. See the highlights -- the Temple of the Cross Group, Temple of Inscriptions and the Grand Palace. Howler monkeys sound in the distance as the fog rolls in and out of this mystical site, one of the most important centres for trade and culture during the end of the Classic Maya period.

Free Time

PalenqueAFTERNOON

Enjoy a free afternoon for an optional jungle hike or otherwise just kick back at the hotel and listen to the sounds of the jungle. Ask your CEO for more recommendations should you need them.

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Accommodation

Hotel Maya Tulipanes

Hotel
DAY 10 Palenque/Bacalar

Spend the day travelling to Bacalar in the eastern part of Mexico from Palenque. Sit back as the scenery changes outside your window and rest up for the next part of the trip.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Palenque- Bacalar7h-8h487km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Accommodation

Bacalar Magico Hotel

Hotel
DAY 11 Bacalar

Spend a full free day enjoying optional activities in the area, or just relax and keep the good vibes going.

Free Time

BacalarAFTERNOON

Take advantage of free time for optionals in the area. Explore the San Felipe Bacalar Fort or visit the lagoon again for some kayaking.

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Accommodation

Bacalar Magico Hotel

Hotel
DAY 12 Bacalar/Valladolid

The group is in for a treat this morning with an included boating adventure in the lagoon. In the afternoon it’s onward to Valladolid. Travel north and inland from Bacalar to a city on Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula. Upon arrival your CEO will lead you on an orientation walk of the small Mayan town filled with quaint taverns, vibrant indigenous culture, and loads of street food vendors. Smell the delicious aromas as you walk and sample a few snacks along the way.

Water Tour

Boat Trip Laguna Bacalar

Bacalar

Head out into the Bacalar lagoon by boat this morning for a fun adventure. Start by visiting the Canal de los Piratas for a swim in the clear waters. Then, visit Cenote Negro, an open-air cenote and also the deepest point in the entire lagoon. From there the boat will stop at Cenote Esmeralda to admire the different shades of blue. Finally stop at Cenote Cocalitos, home to stromatolites, which are living stones that are thought to be the oldest form of life on Earth. Here you’ll enjoy a prepared picnic featuring fresh fruit.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Bacalar- Valladolid4h270km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Land Tour

CEO-led Orientation Walk

Valladolid

Marvel at Valladolid’s colonial buildings, which includes a 16th-century convent of San Bernardino of Siena, and the San Gervasio Cathedral. Walk through the streets of town smelling the delicious aromas from the street food vendors. Sample some delicious treats and get to know this vibrant Mayan town.

Accommodation

Hotel Santa Ana

Hotel
DAY 13 Valladolid/Tulum

After a short, but sweet visit in Valladolid the group will travel to the Chichen Itzá ruins for a guided tour. These ruins hold the history, beliefs, and rituals that defined ancient Mayan civilization. See the Pyramid of Kukulcan, the famous Castillo, the cenote, and the Nunnery. Afterwards, travel to Tulum for a free evening. Tulum is filled with trendy beach clubs where you can dance the night away, or stretch out on white sand beaches to admire the colors at sunset.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Valladolid- Chichén-Itzá0.75h-1h43km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Land Tour

Chichen Itzá Guided Tour

Chichén-Itzá- Chichen Itza2h

Join up with a local expert and learn about the history of Chichén Itzá and the beliefs and rituals that defined this ancient Mayan civilization. This dramatic site includes a 30m (98 ft) high temple, known as the Pyramid of Kukulcan, famous for its balustrade of 91 stairs up each of the four sides, a ball court with a grandstand, and towering walls. Visit the highlights of the site including the famous Castillo, the ball court, the cenote, and the Nunnery.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Chichén-Itzá- Tulum1.5h105km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Free Time

TulumEVENING

Take this time to soak in the spectacular coastline of Tulum. Swim in the cobalt waters off of the white sand beaches. Hunt down some delicious street food and have a picnic in the sand. Or if you're still feeling adventurous, head out for some cave and cavern exploring in the nearby cenotes.

Your Big Night Out Moment: Big Night Out

Tulum

Enjoy a night out on the town with your travel friends and truly let your hair down in the fun and lively atmosphere of Tulum.

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Accommodation

Hotel Casa Colonial

Hotel
DAY 14 Tulum/Playa del Carmen

Travel from Tulum to Playa del Carmen where you can enjoy time to explore on your own. Tonight, head out with your fellow travellers to 12th Street, where there’s tons of bars and clubs to choose from.

Accommodation

Hotel 12 bees

Hotel
DAY 15 Playa del Carmen

Enjoy free time to explore the Mayan ruins of Tulúm or take a ferry to nearby Cozumel. Or just play in the waves and enjoy the beach. Start your holiday off with some hardcore relaxation. Enjoy a full day of free time to fill as you wish. Get your ruin on with a visit to Tulum perched atop the sea, explore the fish- and coral-filled seas around Cozumel on a scuba dive, go swimming in a cenote or at the beach, and save some energy for a night out on the town.

Free Time

Playa del CarmenFULL_DAY

Free time to explore the Mayan ruins of Tulúm, the diving mecca of Cozumel, or play in the waves and enjoy the beach!

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Accommodation

Hotel 12 bees

Hotel
DAY 16 Playa del Carmen/Caye Caulker

Opt to snorkel with stingrays and nurse sharks at Hol Chan Marine Reserve, go diving or just chill out, Belizean style. Mention Belize and you may conjure up visions of unbelievably clear blue waters, diving and snorkelling along the barrier reef and remarkable marine life. Belize also boasts huge swaths of jungle, ancient Mayan ruins, and above all, friendly, easygoing people. Belize is all this and much more!

Bus

Private Vehicle

Playa del Carmen- Chetumal4h315kmMORNING

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Administrative

Border Crossing (Mexico - Belize)

Chetumal- Santa Elena0.5h-1.5hAFTERNOON

Arrive at the Mexican border then go to immigration to get passports stamped and pay the exit fee. After a quick trip on the bus, grab your luggage and pass through Belizean immigration and customs. Get back on the bus with your stuff and get ready to start exploring Belize.

Bus

Local Bus

Santa Elena- Belize City3h-4h158kmMORNING

Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.

Automobile

Taxi

Belize City- Caye Caulker0.75h-1hAFTERNOON

Jump in the back and tell the driver to step on it, just like they do in the movies.

Accommodation

Tropical Paradise Hotel

Hotel
DAY 17 Caye Caulker

Opt to snorkel with stingrays and nurse sharks at Hol Chan Marine Reserve, go diving or just chill out, Belizean style.

Free Time

Caye CaulkerFULL_DAY

Do as much or as little as you wish on this little slice of paradise in Belize. Cruise the island or explore its seas–the Caribbean awaits!

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Accommodation

Tropical Paradise Hotel

Hotel
DAY 18 Caye Caulker

Opt to snorkel with stingrays and nurse sharks at Hol Chan Marine Reserve, go diving or just chill out, Belizean style.

Free Time

Caye CaulkerFULL_DAY

Do as much or as little as you wish on this little slice of paradise in Belize. Cruise the island or explore its seas–the Caribbean awaits!

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Accommodation

Tropical Paradise Hotel

Hotel
DAY 19 Caye Caulker/San Ignacio

Travel by boat and bus from Caye Caulker to San Ignacio. Enjoy an included pottery demonstration and local lunch at a G Adventures-supported women's pottery cooperative. From the town of San Ignacio, opportunities abound for exploring Belize’s little known inland scenic beauty. With free time here, choose to explore the area by foot, canoe or horse, take a caving trip, or visit the Mountain Pine Ridge Area and swim in its inviting pools and rivers.

Watercraft

Water Taxi

Caye Caulker- Belize City0.75h-1h39kmMORNING

Jump in and cross the water to the next stop.

Bus

Local Bus

Belize City- San Ignacio3h123km

Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.

People

Your G for Good Moment: San Antonio Women's Pottery Cooperative and Local Lunch

San Ignacio- San Antonio

Like in many places around the world, education for women in the village of San Antonio isn’t prioritized. Girls don’t typically attend school beyond primary levels. So a women’s cooperative was founded here, as a way for underprivileged women to earn income, learn new skills, and share centuries-old Mayan techniques and knowledge. Visit the pottery workshop, which is newly expanded with an investment from G Adventures. Meet some of the women who’ve found community within its walls and gain insight into the tradition of throwing pots. Afterward, enjoy lunch together with these inspiring and unforgettable women, sampling traditional foods of the Cayo region.

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Accommodation

Kawoq Hostel

Hostel
DAY 20 San Ignacio

Opt to visit the sacred Mayan cave Actun Tunichil Muknal or check out the seldom-visited Mayan ruins of Xunantunich.

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Accommodation

Kawoq Hostel

Hostel
DAY 21 San Ignacio/Flores

Learn about Mayan culture and history on a guided tour of the ruins of Tikal. Cross the border into Guatemala and you immediately notice the difference in culture, with its heavy Mayan influence and Spanish language. Here we have entered Guatemala’s northeast jungle Petén region. The descendants of the Maya of Chichén Itzá migrated to the Petén area several centuries after the collapse of the great Mayan cities in the Yucatán. En route to Flores, stop for a guided tour of the ancient city of Tikal. Arrive in Flores, the capital of the department of Petén, a small island located on the second largest lake of Guatemala, Lake Petén Itzá.

Automobile

Taxi

San Ignacio- Benque Viejo del Carmen0.25h-0.5h5kmMORNING

Jump in the back and tell the driver to step on it, just like they do in the movies.

Administrative

Border Crossing (Belize - Guatemala)

Benque Viejo del Carmen- Melchor de Mencos0.5h-1.5hMORNING

Grab your bags from the vehicle and head to immigration after paying the exit fee. Passports get stamped in immigration and then passed to your CEO for the short walk (200m) to the Guatemalan border where the entrance fee is paid. Lend a hand loading luggage into the vehicle while your CEO gets all the passports stamped. Welcome to Guatemala!

Bus

Private Vehicle

Melchor de Mencos- Tikal1.5h-2.5h100kmMORNING

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Land Tour

Tikal Ruins Guided Tour

Tikal3h-4h7kmAFTERNOON

Put on your walking shoes and prepare for a tiring but memorable day walking through history at the impressive site of Tikal. The Mayan site is set in the heart of the jungle, in Tikal National Park, now a UNESCO World Heritage site. Along with our bilingual guide, see some of the temples, plazas, carved stone monuments and public squares, more than 3,000 buildings in all, dating from as far back as 600 BC. Climb to the top of Temple IV, catch your breath, take photos, and then sit and contemplate the magnificence of the site and the tropical rainforest beyond. Look for monkeys, anteaters, armadillos, and deer, as well as macaws and eagles, snakes, and spiders.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Tikal- Flores1h-1.5h64km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Accommodation

Peten Express Hotel

Hotel
DAY 22 Flores/Rio Dulce

Travel across the country towards the coast to Rio Dulce, on the shores of Lake Izabal. A travel day from Flores to Rio Dulce which is located in the department of Izabal, home of the largest lake in Guatemala, Lake Izabal was one of the most important water ways of the Spanish crown during colonial times. We take the road past areas of dense jungle and arrive at Río Dulce, a small town on Lake Izabal and a port stop for boaters around the globe, on their way to/from Livingston and the Caribbean coast.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Flores- Rio Dulce4h-5h210kmMORNING

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Accommodation

Hotel Hacienda Tijax

Hotel
DAY 23 Rio Dulce

Travel to the Caribbean town of Livingston by scenic boat ride from Rio Dulce. Enjoy a visit to the G Adventures–supported El Manglar Restaurant for an explanation of the women-led community initiative project here. Then, walk around the grounds before a sit-down lunch of delicious local flavours.

Nature

Scenic Boat Ride to Livingston

Rio Dulce- Lívingston5h-6.5h55km

Take a boat down the Rio Dulce toward the Caribbean Sea passing through El Golfete and El Canyon before arriving to Livingston. Float past mangroves and lily pads and the Boquerón Canyon, where a sheer limestone cliff rises 122m (400 ft) out of the river, covered in vines, trees and moss. Arrive at the small fishing village of Livingston known for its unique Afro-Caribbean Garifuna population, with their unique art, music and delicious coconut seafood soup, “tapado”.

Cuisine

Your G for Good Moment: Caribbean Gastronomic Experience "El Manglar"

Lívingston1h-2h

El Manglar Restaurant in Guatemala is a women-led community tourism initiative founded by the Cayo Quemado Women's Committee with the aim of creating new job opportunities within the community. During your visit you will begin with a welcome given by the women of the committee and receive a brief introduction to the workshop. Then, there will be a short walk around the property, including a full explanation of the project, it's impact, and culture before you all sit down for lunch at the restaurant. Every traveler that visits Cayo Quemado has a direct impact on their community.

Accommodation

Hotel Hacienda Tijax

Hotel
DAY 24 Rio Dulce/Antigua Guatemala

Enjoy an orientation walk of Antigua's cobblestone streets, then opt to take a salsa lesson and practice new moves out at night. Today is a travel day from Rio Dulce to Antigua, followed by an orientation walk once you arrive. Plan your activities for the next day and enjoy some of the nightlife this beautiful colonial city has to offer.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Rio Dulce- Antigua Guatemala6h-7.5h315kmMORNING

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Orientation Walk – Antigua

Antigua Guatemala

Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.

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Accommodation

Antigua Lemon Tree Hostel

Hostel
DAY 25 Antigua Guatemala

Enjoy a free day in Antigua. Opt to relax with a massage, climb a volcano, soak up the culture in one of the city's many cafés, or explore the nearby hills and towns by bike. Get adventurous and pre-book the Pacaya Volcano Hike on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.

Free Time

Antigua GuatemalaFULL_DAY

Free time in Antigua. Relax with a massage, climb a volcano, soak up the culture of this colonial town’s many museums and cafes, attend a chocolate workshop, visit one of the local coffee or macadamia nut plantations, or explore the nearby hills and towns by bike.

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Accommodation

Antigua Lemon Tree Hostel

Hostel
DAY 26 Antigua Guatemala/Panajachel

Travel to beautiful Lake Atitlán and enjoy the views. Travel through the hills and fertile fields of the Guatemalan highlands to the shores of Lake Atitlán, one of the most beautiful spots in Guatemala. Twelve native villages, blue/grey mountains and three volcanoes line the shores of this lake resulting in a wonderful combination of unusual natural beauty and traditional culture. The area is also ideal for outdoor pursuits like swimming, fishing, wind surfing, hiking, bird watching, kayaking, and horseback riding.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Antigua Guatemala- Panajachel4h80km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

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Accommodation

Kamol Bey

Hotel
DAY 27 Panajachel/San Juan La Laguna

Embark on a boat ride across the lake before participating in a G Adventures-supported homestay with a local family. This area is known for stunning scenery and great shopping for Mayan handicrafts. Opt to bargain for colourful textiles and paintings at the lake's markets.

Watercraft

Boat

Panajachel- San Juan La Laguna0.5h-0.75h25kmAFTERNOON

Climb aboard and get your float on.

Planeterra

Your G for Good Moment: Posadas Mayas Homestay

San Juan La Laguna

Submerge yourself in Mayan culture during this home stay run by a Planeterra community tourism project. Set on the northwest shore of Lake Atitlán, arrive by boat to the laid-back village of San Juan La Laguna and immediately feel at home. Meet your host family, stash your stuff, then set off to explore the area. Admire the paintings of local artists, watch weavers who use traditional techniques to dye wool, go for a hike and admire the view across the lake. Feel good knowing you are supporting local families eager to benefit from tourism in their community.

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Accommodation

Rupalaj Kistalin Posada Homestay

Homestay
DAY 28 San Juan La Laguna/Antigua Guatemala

Return to Antigua, and enjoy a Big Night Out with the group. We return to Antigua to spend more time to explore the city, shop, and check out optional activities in the area. Optional activities include visiting a macadamia nut farm, checking out a coffee plantation, biking around Antigua's surrounding hills or taking a salsa lesson.

Watercraft

Boat

San Juan La Laguna- Panajachel0.5h-0.75h25km

Climb aboard and get your float on.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Panajachel- Antigua Guatemala3h-4hAFTERNOON

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

People

Your Big Night Out Moment: Big Night Out

Antigua Guatemala

Whether it’s a pub crawl, drink specials or a bonfire on the beach, celebrate late into the night with your new best friends.

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Accommodation

Antigua Lemon Tree Hostel

Hostel
DAY 29 Antigua Guatemala

Enjoy free time to relax with a massage, explore the nearby hills by bicycle, or visit a local macadamia nut farm. Get adventurous and pre-book the Pacaya Volcano Hike on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.

Free Time

Antigua GuatemalaFULL_DAY

Get out and explore Guatemala's former capital city.

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Accommodation

Antigua Lemon Tree Hostel

Hostel
DAY 30 Antigua Guatemala/Copán

Set off today on a full day of travel from Antigua across the border to neighboring Honduras, arriving to the town of Copán Ruinas in the evening. The colonial highland town of Copán Ruinas is a charming and relaxing place, set along a river in the coffee growing region close to the Guatemalan border. The Mayan ruins of Copán are fascinating, beautiful and unique among Mayan cities. Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1980, Copán contains some of the most important Mayan ruins found to date, and many unusual artistic features, including some of the most detailed carving in the Mayan world.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Antigua Guatemala- Copán8h-9h280km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Administrative

Border Crossing (Guatemala-Honduras)

El Florido

Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.

Accommodation

Hotel Brisas de Copan

Hotel
DAY 31 Copán

Free time in Copán. Opt to visit the ruins of Copán or soak in hot springs. Free time in Copan. Opt to visit the impressive Copan ruins and check out some lesser known Mayan sites along the way. Knowledgable local guides can interpret the many Mayan carvings left here over 1,000 years ago. You can also journey through the countryside to some hidden jungle hot springs for a relaxing soak.

Free Time

Copán

Free time in the town of Copán. Opt to visit the Copán Ruins, explore the hills, or soak in hot springs.

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Accommodation

Hotel Brisas de Copan

Hotel
DAY 32 Copán/Suchitoto

Cross the border into El Salvador and stay in the colonial town of Suchitoto. Don't forget to try the delicious pupusas, a local Salvadorian specialty.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Copán- Suchitoto8h400km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Administrative

Border Crossing (Honduras - Guatemala)

El Florido

Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.

Administrative

Border Crossing (Guatemala - El Salvador)

Ermita- Anguiatú

Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.

Accommodation

Posada Alta Vista

Hotel
DAY 33 Suchitoto/La Libertad Region

Enjoy a free morning in Suchitoto before heading to the coast in the La Libertad region. The sunsets in these small surfing towns are stunning. Grab a cold drink and enjoy!

Free Time

SuchitotoMORNING

Enjoy a free morning to check out this colonial city.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Suchitoto- Playa El Tunco3h100km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Accommodation

Atami Escape Resort

Hotel
DAY 34 La Libertad Region

Enjoy a free day in the laidback beach towns of the area to take a surf lesson, eat fresh ceviche at the fish market in nearby La Libertad, visit the Tamanique waterfalls, or chill out with a beer in hand.

Free Time

Playa El TuncoFULL_DAY

Enjoy a free day to do as much or as little as you'd like in this beach town.

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Accommodation

Atami Escape Resort

Hotel
DAY 35 La Libertad Region/León

Set off early for a full day of travel by land and sea to Nicaragua, finishing up in colonial León with a brief orientation walk.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Playa El Tunco- La Unión4h205kmMORNING

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Watercraft

Boat

La Unión- Potosí3h

Climb aboard and get your float on.

Administrative

Border Crossing (El Salvador - Nicaragua)

La Unión- Potosí

Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Potosí- León3hAFTERNOON

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Land Tour

Orientation Walk

León

Take a brief walk of the historic center of León. Pass through the central park, the local market, and various historical churches.

Accommodation

Hotel Hellenika

Hotel
DAY 36 León/Granada

Journey to Granada and see its colourful colonial buildings on an orientation walk. Enjoy a Big Night Out with the group. Granada’s colonial charm is complemented by the active volcanoes and lakes that surround it, and there are many fun easy day trips available. Hike, cruise, or just explore the city’s markets and museums. Walking is probably the easiest way to see all the sights of Granada.

Bus

Private Vehicle

León- Granada2h

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Orientation Walk – Granada

Granada

Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.

People

Your Big Night Out Moment: Big Night Out

Granada

Whether it’s a pub crawl, drink specials or a bonfire on the beach, celebrate late into the night with your new best friends.

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Accommodation

Hotel Posada del Sol

Hotel
DAY 37 Granada

Free time to explore beautiful Granada's markets, buildings and museums. Opt to kayak in Lake Nicaragua or swim in Laguna de Apoyo. Free time to explore beautiful Granada's busy markets, colonial buildings and museums on foot or take a horse and carriage ride around town. Enjoy a meal on the "calzada", a pedestrian street that extends from the center of town down to Lake Nicaragua. There are many optional activities to do just outside of town as well. Walk in the forest at the top of Mombacho Volcano, kayak around the isletas in Lake Nicaragua or swim in Laguna de Apoyo.

Free Time

GranadaFULL_DAY

Free time to explore beautiful Granada's markets, buildings and museums, view Masaya Volcano's smoldering crater, kayak in Lake Nicaragua or swim in Laguna de Apoyo.

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Accommodation

Hotel Posada del Sol

Hotel
DAY 38 Granada/Isla de Ometepe

Get to know local friends during a 2-night G Adventures-supported community homestay on Ometepe. Try the local cuisine and test out some language skills. From the town of San Jorge, we cross Lake Nicaragua by ferry to arrive at Ometepe Island, formed from two volcanoes, one active and one dormant that rise out of the middle of the lake. The limited development and traditional communities create a welcoming relaxed atmosphere. The group will be split up amongst different local families who will host you in their homes for two nights in a small community on the island. Breakfast and dinner will be provided in the home. This experience give you a chance to see how rural Nicaraguans live.

Bus

Local Bus

Granada- Rivas1.25h-1.75h70km

Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.

Bus

Local Bus

Rivas- San Jorge0.25h-0.5h5km

Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.

Watercraft

Ferry

San Jorge- Moyogalpa1h10km

Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Moyogalpa- Isla de Ometepe

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Planeterra

Your G for Good Moment: Puesta del Sol Community Guesthouse Stay

Isla de Ometepe

Stay with a local family by the lake in the small rural village of La Paloma, near Moyogalpa, on Ometepe Island. Your presence is supporting this community-owned and operated business. The Planeterra Foundation helped launch the project and trained up the community to host G Adventures travellers. While you're here, practice Spanish, enjoy authentically-cooked fresh food and hike the nearby trails.

Accommodation

Puesta del Sol Homestay

Hotel
DAY 39 Isla de Ometepe

Enjoy free time to explore Ometepe. Opt to climb Volcano Concepción or Volcano Maderas, take a cultural tour, visit the beach at Santo Domingo, or visit el Ojo de Agua for a refreshing swim and lunch. You can also view pre-Columbian petroglyphs or the small museum of indigenous artifacts in Altagracia. Today is a free day in Ometepe. We get to spend more time with the local host families and see more of the island. Opt to climb either of the two volcanoes on the island, view petroglyphs left by the island's original inhabitants, walk or kayak in Charco Verde reserve, swim in clear spring water at Ojo de Agua, lay on the beach or explore the island on bicycle.

Free Time

Isla de Ometepe

Free time in Ometepe. Spend time with the local host families and see more of the island. Opt to climb either of the two volcanoes on the island, view petroglyphs, walk or kayak in Charco Verde reserve, swim in clear spring water at Ojo de Agua, lay on the beach or explore the island on bicycle.

Planeterra

Your G for Good Moment: Puesta del Sol Community Guesthouse Stay

Isla de Ometepe

Stay with a local family by the lake in the small rural village of La Paloma, near Moyogalpa, on Ometepe Island. Your presence is supporting this community-owned and operated business. The Planeterra Foundation helped launch the project and trained up the community to host G Adventures travellers. While you're here, practice Spanish, enjoy authentically-cooked fresh food and hike the nearby trails.

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Accommodation

Puesta del Sol Homestay

Hotel
DAY 40 Isla de Ometepe/Monteverde

Take a ferry back to the mainland and cross the border into Costa Rica, finishing up in the cloudforest air of Monteverde. At 1,400 meters above sea level, Monteverde is literally in the clouds. The Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves are home to diverse and unique flora and fauna. Sloths, monkeys, kinkajous, tapirs and large cats inhabit the area. There are more species of orchids here than anywhere else in the world.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Moyogalpa- Isla de Ometepe

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Watercraft

Ferry

Moyogalpa- San Jorge1.5h10km

Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.

Bus

Local Bus

San Jorge- Rivas0.25h-0.5h5km

Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.

Bus

Local Bus

Rivas- Peñas Blancas1h

Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.

Administrative

Border Crossing (Nicaragua - Costa Rica)

Peñas Blancas

Be prepared to walk with bags approximately 10 minutes between the Nicaragua and Costa Rica border stations.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Peñas Blancas- Monteverde4h190km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Accommodation

Hotel Manakin

Hotel
DAY 41 Monteverde

Free day in Monteverde. Opt to visit a cloud forest reserve, fly through the jungle canopy via zipline, or tour a coffee plantation. The day is free to choose from many optional activities. Fly hundreds of meters above the trees on a zip-lining tour, hike through one of the cloud forest reserves, ride a horse in the mountains, visit a coffee/sugar cane farm, tour the cheese factory or check out the orchid garden, serpentarium, or frog pond in town.

Free Time

MonteverdeFULL_DAY

The day is free to choose from many optional activities. Fly hundreds of meters above the trees on a zip-lining tour, hike through one of the cloud forest reserves, ride a horse in the mountains, visit a coffee/sugar cane farm, tour the cheese factory or check out the orchid garden, serpentarium, or frog pond in town.

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Accommodation

Hotel Manakin

Hotel
DAY 42 Monteverde/La Fortuna

Transfer to La Fortuna along bumpy roads, then break up the journey with a peaceful boat ride on Lake Arenal before a short ride to the town. The trip from Monteverde to La Fortuna takes us down from the cloud forest and across Costa Rica's largest lake The town of La Fortuna lies at the base of the Arenal Volcano, which dominates the landscape rising to 1670 meters high. The town has become famous as the adventure sports capital of Costa Rica. Choose your adventure! Canyoning, white water rafting, hiking, caving, rafting, horseback riding, paddlebording, kayaking, visiting a wildlife refuge, and even more activities are all possible options for you to choose from while we're here.

Automobile

Shared Van

Monteverde- Laguna de Arenal3.5h

Climb aboard and make friends with your seatmate en route to the next stop.

Watercraft

Boat

Laguna de Arenal0.75h

Climb aboard and get your float on.

Automobile

Shared Van

Laguna de Arenal- La Fortuna0.5h-0.75h

Climb aboard and make friends with your seatmate en route to the next stop.

Free Time

La FortunaAFTERNOON

Free time to enjoy the La Fortuna and Arenal area.

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Accommodation

Arenal Backpackers Resort

Hotel
DAY 43 La Fortuna

Free time to enjoy the La Fortuna and Arenal area. Choose your adventure! Canyoneering, hiking, caving, rafting, horseback riding, paddleboarding, kayaking, visiting a wildlife refuge, and even more activities are all possible options for you to choose from while we're here.

Free Time

La FortunaFULL_DAY

Free time to enjoy the La Fortuna and Arenal area.

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Accommodation

Arenal Backpackers Resort

Hotel
DAY 44 La Fortuna/San José

Journey through the mountains to the capital for a final night out. Return to San José for our final night out. San José has beautiful parks, museums and theatres. Enjoy the view of the surrounding lush mountains from the downtown streets.

Bus

Local Bus

La Fortuna- San José3h-4h

Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.

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Accommodation

Hotel Lluvia de Oro

Hotel
DAY 45 San José

There’s so much to see and do in San José so we recommend checking out what you can. From city tours to coffee experiences in the Central Valley, there’s a variety to choose from for your full free day here. You can also choose to visit world-class museums, walk through parks, or find a delicious local spot to have some traditional Costa Rican food. In the evening choose to attend an optional group dinner nearby.

Free Time

San JoséFULL_DAY

Explore San Jose on your own during this full free day in Costa Rica's capital city. From volcano tours to coffee plantation visits, tastings, and interesting museums, there's plenty to see and do to make your time here memorable.

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Accommodation

Costa Rica Guesthouse

Hotel
DAY 46 San José/Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Catch a local bus from San José to the picturesque village of Puerto Viejo de Talamanca on Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast. You’ll find 14km (8.7 mi) of incomparable white and black sand beaches here all surrounded by exotic tropical vegetation. A true paradise to start the adventure. Set off on a CEO-led orientation walk upon arrival and then take advantage of free time to explore, unwind, and soak up the magic of Puerto Viejo. You’ll have just enough time to dive into the town’s laid-back rhythm and discover why this little corner of the Caribbean is so loved by travelers from all over the world. Whether you're craving beach time, a local bite, or a bit of spontaneous adventure, there’s plenty to do (or not do—because relaxing counts too!)

Free Time

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

You'll have free time today to explore, unwind, and soak up the magic of this Caribbean village. Choose between beach time, a local bite to eat, or a bike rental to pedal around and feel the salty sea air blow through your hair. Prepare to fall a little bit in love with this laid-back coastal gem.

Bus

Local Bus

San José- Puerto Viejo de Talamanca5h210km

Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.

CEO-led Orientation Walk of Puerto Viejo

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca0.5h

Stroll through the main streets with your trusty CEO. Explore local shops, stop by cafés, and see where the key beach entrances, bike rental shops, and must-try restaurants and bars are. As you walk, gain a deeper sense the area’s unique Afro-Caribbean culture and laid-back lifestyle.

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Accommodation

Hotel Agapi

Hotel
DAY 47 Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

It’s time to explore! Hop on a bike and ride to the beach with your CEO. Once here opt to try surfing if the waves are calling. Hit up beaches like Cocles, Punta Uva, and maybe even make it to Manzanillo. There will be stops along the way to grab a drink, jump in the ocean, and spot some animals. Later, the group will have free time to relax at the hostel, grab a coffee, find a hammock, and simply relax. You could also chat with your travel mates, play some cards together, or throw on a fun playlist and dance the night away to reggae and calypso for a true taste of this tropical paradise. Group hangout in the common area to spice up the evening, anyone?

Land Tour

Biking Puerto Viejo

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

This morning, jump on a bike and take a ride around to a nearby beach with your CEO. You'll be out exploring and enjoying the scenery all day around Puerto Viejo. Start time: 9 AM End time: 5 PM

Free Time

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Embrace the beauty of Puerto Viejo and enjoy the beaches, chill vibes, and colourful nature of this Caribbean haven. Snap group photos, make up fun dances, and load up those reels for your social medias, because everyone at home wants to come along for the ride.

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Accommodation

Hotel Agapi

Hotel
DAY 48 Puerto Viejo de Talamanca/Bocas del Toro

The moment you have been waiting for…Panama! Cross the border today and travel by bus, boat, and foot to the lovely archipelago of Bocas del Toro. Your CEO will show the group around on a leisurely stroll through town. Check out the main spots, learn a bit about the local culture, and get the lay of the land. The archipelago of Bocas is a reflection of Afro-Caribbean culture. As you walk the streets you’ll hear calypso and reggae rhythms, and guari-guari– a language that is a mixture of English, French and Spanish. After the walk, take some time to wander on your own, find a comfortable spot, breathe in the fresh air, and simply enjoy being present in one of Panama’s favorite destinations for locals and travellers alike.

Bus

Local Bus

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca- Sixaola2.5h30km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the window of a local bus between Puerto Viejo and the border with Panama.

Border Crossing (Costa Rica - Panama)

Sixaola- Guabito1h

Cross the border between Costa Rica and Panama at Sixaola. Have your passports handy.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Guabito- Almirante2h43km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Watercraft

Water Taxi

Almirante- Bocas del Toro0.5h

Sit back and enjoy the shared boat ride from Almirante to the paradise of Bocas del Toro.

CEO-led Orientation Walk - Bocas del Toro

Bocas del Toro0.25h-0.5h

Follow your CEO and get the lay of the land and the good vibes of Bocas. The archipelago is a favorite destination among Panamanians and visitors. This north-westernmost province in the country allows you to become immersed in the cultures, mangroves, reefs, and perfect surfing waves, of this laid-back and sun-kissed paradise.

Free Time

Bocas del ToroEVENING

Spend a free evening in Bocas del Toro. Sit on the beach as the sun fades from the sky, hangout with your travel pals and have a night out on the town, or find a funky local spot and grab a meal together after a day of travel.

Accommodation

Dreamers Hostel

Hostel
DAY 49 Bocas del Toro

The tropical vibes continue during a full free day to enjoy all that Bocas del Toro has to offer. Think paddle boarding, kayaking, snorkelling, or maybe a bioluminescence tour later in the day. Choose to be as relaxed or active as you would like. Swimming, sunbathing, rocking in a hammock, or people watching from a cute local spot, are great options too.

Free Time

Bocas del ToroFULL_DAY

Feel like you have stepped into a ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’-like paradise with plenty to discover. From snorkeling to deserted beaches, diving, starfish, coconuts, wildlife, delicious food, party places, and peaceful quietness, Bocas del Toro really does have something for everyone. Soak up some sunshine, take some pictures and videos, and find some fresh seafood to indulge in as you pretend you are marooned here forever, away from the stress of the world.

Your Big Night Out Moment: Big Night Out

Bocas del Toro

Enjoy a night out on the town with your travel friends and truly let your hair down in the beach town of Panama's Bocas del Toro.

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Accommodation

Dreamers Hostel

Hostel
DAY 50 Bocas del Toro

Charge up those phones and cameras because you’re going to want proof of today’s activity! The group will enjoy a visit to the famous Starfish Beach, known for the hundreds of starfish that spend the day in the shallow waters of an isolated cove. Swim in the calm waters and enjoy the beauty before you. Travel back to the hostel in the afternoon and relax on your own. Grab some friends and head out for a fun local meal and some dancing, read a book in solitude, or try one of the optional activities you didn’t have time for yesterday. There will be an optional group dinner tonight and everyone will walk there together if you choose to join.

Free Time

Bocas del Toro

Spend time on your own or with the group in the beautiful atmosphere of Bocas del Toro. Swim, lounge, play a card game, dance in the street, and let the good times roll.

Nature

Starfish Beach Visit

Bocas del Toro3h-8h

Starfish beach is known for the hundreds of starfish that spend the day in the shallow, calm water of this isolated cove. You can reach the beach by boat, shuttle, bike or 4x4 – once you arrive, grab a drink and see how many starfish you can spot while swimming in some of the calmest waters of Bocas.

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Accommodation

Dreamers Hostel

Hostel
DAY 51 Bocas del Toro/Boquete

Pack those bags and travel back to the mainland today as the group heads to the mountain town of Boquete, where an abundance of outdoor activities await! Along the way pay a visit to the local indigenous Ngäbe community and learn about the process from which chocolate is derived and why cacao is so important to their culture. Arrive in the evening to Boquete and get settled in at your base for the next few nights. Choose to join an optional dinner at a local spot with the group.

Watercraft

Ferry

Bocas del Toro- Almirante0.75h

Travel back to the mainland via ferry from Bocas del Toro.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Almirante- Boquete3.5h185km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the comfort of your private vehicle between Bocas del Toro and Boquete. There will be a stop en route at a G Adventures-supported community tourism initiative.

Your G for Good Moment: Local Community Focused Chocolate Experience

Bocas del Toro1h

Learn how chocolate is really made from planting the seed to tasting the final sweet bar. The group will visit a farm operated by the local Indigenous Ngäbe community where your guide will take everyone through the whole process and tell you about the history, trade side of things, and why cacao is so important to the local indigenous culture here in Panama. This handmade process focuses on the traditional ways of making chocolate to ensure the continuation of organic cocoa. At the end of the experience you will get to taste the chocolate bars, accompanied by yanikeke, traditional bread made with flour and coconut.

Accommodation

Hotel Oasis

Hotel
DAY 52 Boquete

Everyone loves to feel that adrenaline kick in every now and then, and the wooded valley of Boquete surrounded by mountains is the perfect destination to make that happen. Enjoy a full free day here to discover the trails of lost waterfalls, hike to Baru Volcano, go whitewater rafting, or horseback riding. You can also choose to book a tour of a coffee plantation, hike through the cloud forest, or try spotting wildlife in the area. Craving some deeper connection after a day of activity? Choose to join the group and walk from the hostel to a nearby restaurant for an optional local dinner.

Free Time

BoqueteFULL_DAY

It's a full free day all to yourself in Panama's adventure destination. From rafting to horseback riding, to hiking and cloud forest exploring, there are so many different options to choose from to make your time here as heart-thumping or relaxing as you'd like.

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Accommodation

Hotel Oasis

Hotel
DAY 53 Boquete

Everyone wants more time in Boquete, so take another free day to try some of the optional activities you didn’t have time for yesterday. Life is better when shared, so grab a buddy and opt in to one of the active activities together. Take pictures and videos of your experiences and push yourself out of your comfort zone in a place that largely celebrates being adventurous. Walk from the hostel to a local restaurant tonight for an optional group dinner and share stories of your experiences from today.

Free Time

BoqueteFULL_DAY

Opt in to some adrenaline inducing activities during your second full free day in Boquete. Choose a climbing tour in "Los Ladrillos", navigate rapids of varying levels on the Chiriquí Viejo River, bathe in the soothing hot springs of La Caldera, walk through the beautiful cloud forests shrouded in mist, and immerse yourself in one of the coolest places in Panama (literally).

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Accommodation

Hotel Oasis

Hotel
DAY 54 Boquete/Valle de Antón

Be enveloped by Panama’s inland scenery today while the group travels from Boquete to Valle de Anton. Located in the middle of the crater of an inactive volcano, this quaint town is rich in green, fertile land, biodiversity, and full of adventure waiting for you. Arrive later in the day, get settled in the hostel, and perhaps go out for dinner with the group and cheers to a successful travel day.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Boquete- David1h49km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Bus

Local Bus

David- Las Uvas6h371km

Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.

Bus

Local Bus

Las Uvas- Valle de Antón2h30km

Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.

Accommodation

Hotel Don Pepe

Hotel
DAY 55 Valle de Antón

Valle de Anton is an ideal destination for travellers looking to hike, zipline, cycle, or soak in hot springs. If you’re feeling really adventurous, opt to try the 30km (18.6 mile) Ruta de la Caldera, or choose one of its sections, the most iconic being El Gaital which reaches over 1,000 metres (3,281 ft) above sea level. You could also rent bikes and cycle around the town, or visit the Pozos Termales to soothe those muscles from yesterday’s long bus rides. It’s your time to enjoy the great outdoors, laugh with your travel family, and soak up the cool weather as you search for wildlife on your own. As always, there will be the option to join together with the group for dinner in the evening at a hip, local spot, and dish out stories about how you spent your free day here.

Free Time

Valle de AntónFULL_DAY

Today is all yours to enjoy the charming atmosphere of Valle de Anton. From ziplining to hot springs, and hiking along the caldera, to cycling, there's no time to be bored. Search for wildlife in the forest, and walk around town to admire the gardens. Choose to be as active or relaxed as you need at this point in your adventure.

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Accommodation

Hotel Don Pepe

Hotel
DAY 56 Valle de Antón/Panama City

If you wish, enjoy a morning to sleep in before travelling by public bus to Panama City. Download those podcasts and playlists to enjoy along the way. Arrive in the late afternoon and join your CEO for an orientation walk to discover the main attractions like Casco Viejo, Plaza de la Independencia, and the Panama Cathedral. Then, enjoy free time in the evening to take a more in-depth city tour, stroll or bike along the Amador Causeway, the city's scenic boardwalk, or relax at your accommodation. Tonight is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the nightlife atmosphere of Panama’s capital.

Bus

Local Bus

Valle de Antón- Panama City3h127km

Enjoy travelling like the locals on a public bus between Valle de Anton and Panama City. Stop along the way to grab some lunch on your own.

Panama City CEO-led Orientation Walk

Panama City1h

Panama City is much more than the country's capital. Enjoy the important sites of the old square as your CEO helps you become familiar with your newest destination. Some of the tallest skyscrapers in Latin America can be found here. It's where historical culture and bustling city life meet. Enjoy the breeze coming from off the Pacific and get a sense of the city's modern atmosphere.

Free Time

Panama CityEVENING

The evening is yours to make of it what you wish. From walks along the scenic boardwalk, to exploring the old town, and finding a delicious local spot to grab dinner, the vibes here fit everyone's mood.

Accommodation

Hotel Toscana Inn

Hotel
DAY 57 Panama City

Panama City has plenty to offer travellers. From walking along the Bay of Panama, to visiting the Metropolitan Natural Park’s nature sanctuary in the middle of the city. If you’re feeling up to it, you could even arrange a visit to the iconic Panama Canal about an hour outside the city. From great food to loads of archaeological sites and colonial history, there’s loads to experience and check out. Enjoy yourself on this full free day in the vibrant atmosphere of the city before you go off the grid to the San Blas Islands.

Free Time

Panama CityFULL_DAY

Enjoy all that Panama City has to offer during a full free day of exploration on your own. People watch in the old town area, find a spot to chill with some delicious food and a good drink, or walk along the waterfront. In the evening, choose to meet up with the group for an optional dinner at a local spot.

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Accommodation

Hotel Toscana Inn

Hotel
DAY 58 Panama City/San Blas Islands

It’s time to bid farewell to the mainland as the group travels early this morning to catch the ferry to the magical and largely untouched San Blas Islands. The islands are governed by the local Guna indigenous community and the archipelago is made up of 365 islands, of which only 50 are inhabited by the Guna community. The islands’ well-protected natural beauty make them a top destination to experience while in Panama, especially before word gets out about this wonderful paradise. Arrive to the community of Carti and pay a visit to the chief at their local Congress House for a brief welcome. Then, continue by boat to Asseryaladub Island, where you will have free time to relax on the beach and explore the underwater world of snorkelling. Gather round with the group after an included dinner this evening and listen to stories about Guna culture for a truly unique introduction to the San Blas Islands.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Panama City- Guna Yala2.5h113km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Watercraft

Ferry

Guna Yala- San Blas Islands1h

Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.

Free Time

San Blas IslandsAFTERNOON

Get settled on Asseryaladub Island, one of the more popular of the San Blas. Live those 'marooned on a deserted island' fantasies and relax in the tranquility of island life. Lounge on the beach, swim in the warm water, and choose to grab a snorkel to check out the abundance of fish beneath the surface. If you're looking for a reset, the laid-back atmosphere will not disappoint.

DAY 59 San Blas Islands

Remember, a trip to the San Blas Islands won’t look like an island experience you’ve had before. So embrace the local customs and cuisine, and keep in mind there’s no internet access. You will be completely unplugged for a few days. It’s paradise without the everyday creature comforts, and you’ll be surprised by how much you enjoy the simple things in life. After breakfast visit a natural pool and check out the starfish lounging beneath the surface. Then, visit another island for a slight change of scenery. Relax more on the beach here, play some games in the water with your travel pals and go snorkeling. Arrive back to Asseryaladub Island and your cozy huts there for more free time. Kick back in the common area and take it easy, there’s nowhere to be but here.

Free Time

San Blas IslandsFULL_DAY

Relax, swim, sunbathe, and snorkel during your full free day among the San Blas Islands. Visit a few other spots like a natural pool with starfish and another smaller island for a slight change in scenery before returning to your home base. Here, chill out with the group or on your own and simply enjoy being in the moment with no pressing concerns to handle or problems to solve. It's the ultimate vacation.

Accommodation

San Blas

Hostel
DAY 60 San Blas Islands

Today, learn more about the prevalent traditional practices of the Guna. In the morning travel by boat to the Aguadub Community for a presentation and cultural session highlighting Guna tradition. This includes the art of crafting Molas, a traditional textile made from layers of colored fabric created to form patterns and pictures inspired by their universal beliefs. Listen as a member of the community discusses the significance of beadwork and ancestral medicine shared by a local healer. Return to Asseryaladub with a great appreciation for the indigenous community that calls these islands home and how they are working to protect and preserve its untouched beauty. This afternoon take advantage of free time to swim, snorkel, and maybe play a game of beach volleyball as a group. End the day feeling far more connected to this immensely special place.

Guna Community Visit

San Blas Islands2.5h

Experience a cultural session led by the local indigenous Guna community that will highlight their traditional practices. Become familiar with the art of Mola design, learn more about wini beadwork, and listen to stories from a local healer as they describe their ancestral medicine practices. This visit is an ideal way to give thanks to the community and better understand their desires to protect and maintain the solitude and untouched paradise of their beautiful San Blas Islands.

Free Time

San Blas IslandsAFTERNOON

Enjoy a final free afternoon in the San Blas Islands. Grab a good book and read on a towel in the sand overlooking the inviting turquoise water. Snorkel with the fish, float aimlessly in the ocean under a perfect blue sky, or play a game of beach volleyball with your fellow travellers. Today's only rule is to relax and have fun.

Accommodation

San Blas

Hostel
DAY 61 San Blas Islands/Panama City

Spend a leisurely morning on the island and soak up the magical connection you have built by visiting. Then, wave goodbye to the palm trees swaying in the breeze and the small waves crashing in the white sand as you board the boat back to Puerto Carti. From here, travel back to Panama City by private vehicle. Enjoy free time to explore the vibrancy of this city and if you desire, dance the night away with your new close friends. A rooftop bar seems like the perfect vibe for tonight’s night out on the town. The choice is all yours.

Free Time

San Blas IslandsMORNING

Take advantage of a slow morning to fully say goodbye to this stunning tropical paradise. Go for one last swim, take as many photos as you can, and vow to return someday before heading to the ferry.

Watercraft

Water Taxi

San Blas Islands- Guna Yala0.5h

Enjoy a public ferry ride through the water from San Blas Islands back to Puerto de Carti.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Guna Yala- Panama City2.5h113km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Free Time

Panama CityEVENING

The evening is yours in Panama City. Find a spot to watch the sunset, maybe grab some dinner at a rooftop restaurant/bar, and commit to dancing the night away with your group that has quickly become like family.

Your Big Night Out Moment: Big Night Out

Panama City

Enjoy a night out on the town with your travel friends and truly let your hair down in the fun atmosphere of Panama City.

Accommodation

Hotel Toscana Inn

Hotel
DAY 62 Panama City

Depart at anytime. Or perhaps consider spending a few extra days in the lively Panama City. Before you go, make sure you swap information with your newest travel family because someday maybe you'll meet up in another part of the world.

Administrative

Departure Day

Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.

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