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Basic Central America: Mexico to Costa Rica

32 days
From Playa del Carmen to San José
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Highlights

  • Explore Mayan ruins in Tulum
  • Snorkel in Cozumel's coral waters
  • Discover Tikal's ancient city
  • Experience a homestay on Ometepe Island
  • Zip-line through Monteverde's cloud forest

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Playa del Carmen
  2. Day 2 Playa del Carmen
  3. Day 3 Playa del Carmen/Caye Caulker
  4. Day 4 Caye Caulker
  5. Day 5 Caye Caulker
  6. Day 6 Caye Caulker/San Ignacio (1L)
  7. Day 7 San Ignacio
  8. Day 8 San Ignacio/Flores
  9. Day 9 Flores/Rio Dulce
  10. Day 10 Rio Dulce (1L)
  11. Day 11 Rio Dulce/Antigua Guatemala
  12. Day 12 Antigua Guatemala
  13. Day 13 Antigua Guatemala/Panajachel
  14. Day 14 Panajachel/San Juan La Laguna (1D)
  15. Day 15 San Juan La Laguna/Antigua Guatemala
  16. Day 16 Antigua Guatemala
  17. Day 17 Antigua Guatemala/Copán
  18. Day 18 Copán
  19. Day 19 Copán/Suchitoto
  20. Day 20 Suchitoto/La Libertad Region
  21. Day 21 La Libertad Region
  22. Day 22 La Libertad Region/León
  23. Day 23 León/Granada
  24. Day 24 Granada
  25. Day 25 Granada/Isla de Ometepe (1D)
  26. Day 26 Isla de Ometepe (1B, 1D)
  27. Day 27 Isla de Ometepe/Monteverde (1B)
  28. Day 28 Monteverde
  29. Day 29 Monteverde/La Fortuna
  30. Day 30 La Fortuna
  31. Day 31 La Fortuna/San José
  32. Day 32 San José
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Customer Reviews

  • Emily
    · August 17th, 2025
    Great tour but I think there should be some more of Guatemala included at the start. So much to see but i unless you go a little early you travel to the historic capital to join the tour and then leave. Better to either start from the current capital or include a day there sightseeing. Accommodation ok but could have been better for the price. Restaurants suggested with the leader of the group were often a little more pricey but we had the option to do our own thing too. Tour leader was hit and miss and didnt cope very well when one day the weather was bad and we couldn't do what had been planned felt disorganised and wee went kept in the loop very well. But overall it was a great trip and good people. Nice taster of 3 countries in a short time frame
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  • Murielle
    · July 13th, 2025
    The tour was great! The tour guide (JC) is a kind-hearted person with a great sense of humor. He always took care of everything and I could totally let myself go! Guatemala is beautiful and I wouldn't have been able to see so much of the country without the tour.
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  • Georgia
    · July 6th, 2025
    We had an amazing time on this tour. We went to so many incredible locations and had heaps of fun. Carlos is a really lovely tour guide who put his heart into showing us Mexico, he is a very genuine and cool guy who helped make our trip special.
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    Christopher

    Asked on August 6th, 2025

    How does one get to the starting hotel? What airport should I fly into and how is the transfer done? Do the hotels provide breakfast? What should one budget for food (avg)? I see a few optional tours but is there a list of other optional tours or is everything else provided or free (ie: walking and exploring the towns)?

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      Christopher

      TravelerWritten August 2025

      What is the best time to travel to these countries. Would like to avoid the rainy season if they have one.

    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten August 2025

      You can travel to this region at any time. Weather is usually pretty stable year round times to potentially work around June-November as the region can be hit by bad weather due to it being Hurricane Season. We offer arrival transfer to the starting hotel. You can opt to take a taxi or public transit as well. Breakfast is not included and will need to be purchased in destination. Allow USD420-550 for meals not included.

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      Christopher

      TravelerWritten August 2025

      What does the airport transfer cost when arriving in Mexico? Flights are better come in a day early so what would an extra day in the hotel cost. I will want to do Tulum and possibly other things there, do I book through you or the hotel?

    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten August 2025

      The best airport to fly into for this tour is Cancun Airport and the cost for an arrival transfer to the starting hotel in Playa del Carmen is $100 USD. We are able to book pre-night as well and the price per night $70 USD. If you want to tag on some extra time for Tulum this will need to arranged directly with hotels as we are not able to book this for you.

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      Christopher

      TravelerWritten August 2025

      Is the starting hotel 12bees? Why are basically no breakfasts included on this tour? Is the price of breakfast really 30-35$? What are the average breakfast and avg dinners going to cost on the trip? What is there to do around the hotel or on the island? Is there snorkeling near the hotel?

    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten August 2025

      All of our hotels are subject to change and availability. This is a basic service level tour with simple and clean hotels and hostels. The CEO will make some recommendations for meal spots that will not be too expensive. We do not know the average meal cost since it depends on recommendations and personal preference. You are more than welcome to book a 1/2 day snorkeling and canoe trip before the tour starts, however, you will need to book that with a travel agent or third party since we do not have a supplier for this.

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    Monique

    Asked on July 4th, 2025

    do you provide single occupancy? As I have many camera equipments and need to work on photos every night, need the space and quietness for photo work.. Also, according to my wife, I snore badly when I am very tired and usually is the case on a long tour..

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten July 2025

      Accommodation will be varied throughout this trip. Some nights on this tour will be multi-share. This may involve 4-6 group members sharing a room. The majority of accommodation will have shared bathroom facilities. Where we use multi-share hostels, rooming requests of any kind cannot be taken. For private accommodation please see tours in our Classic Standard Travel Style, as this is a Classic Basic trip.

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    Judy

    Asked on June 16th, 2025

    Can I also add/book the optional activities at a later time?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten June 2025

      Of all of the tour's optional itinerary activities, the only pre-bookable ones are as follows. The remaining can only be purchased in-destination through the CEO (tour leader) or be independently pre-booked. You can add any of the following pre-bookable optional itinerary activities at a later time after the initial confirmation of a booking.

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    Cathy

    Asked on May 22nd, 2025

    1. How is luggage transported on public buses during the tour? 2. Is it okay to use a suitcase instead of a backpack at age 69? 3. How is security ensured in Central America, especially Honduras? 4. Can electricity be guaranteed for a sleep apnea device in accommodations? 5. What meal options are available beyond included meals? 6. Can I book pre-tour accommodation and airport transfer? 7. What's the best way to handle payments across seven countries? 8. Are there recommended gifts for local families? 9. Will language be a barrier if I don't speak Spanish? 10. Can optional activities be decided at short notice? 11. What is the probability of the tour taking place?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten May 2025

      1. Luggage can be stored on bus racks or in allocated spaces. We recommend a backpack. 2. A medium-sized soft shell suitcase is acceptable, but a backpack is advisable. 3. We have local offices and guides who ensure traveler safety. 4. Accommodations include simple hotels/hostels and homestays with electricity, but it can be intermittent. 5. Your CEO can help purchase group meals in restaurants. 6. Pre-tour accommodation available for 75 EUR/night, airport transfer for 95 EUR. 7. USD is commonly accepted, and ATMs are accessible with CEO guidance. 8. No specific gift recommendations, but donations to Planeterra foundation are welcome. 9. CEO is fluent in Spanish and English, minimal language barriers expected. 10. Optional activities can be decided on-site. 11. Guaranteed departure with confirmed booking.

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    Kerry

    Asked on March 12th, 2025

    Just wanted to check that this tour doesn't go into Honduras as just need to know if I need to get a visa or not

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten March 2025

      This tour does visit Honduras, entering on Day 17, and then departs on Day 19.

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    Vanessa

    Asked on January 15th, 2025

    how many people are already booked on this trip

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten January 2025

      This trip, departing 15 May 2025, currently has 7 people booked on

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    Ben

    Asked on January 3rd, 2025

    All flights are not included but are all borders crossings will be either by car or by ferry. Am I right the only flights that are needed are the international ones to get to Mexico and then back flight from Costa Rica?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten January 2025

      Yes, that is correct flights to and from the start/end point are not included. You will need to meet the group in Playa Del Carmen Mexico and the tour will end in San Jose Costa Rica.

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    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Mexico and Nicaragua. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Mexico and Nicaragua. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Belize, Guatemala and Nicaragua. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Mexico and Nicaragua. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an infected area for Belize. Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala and Nicaragua. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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