Is this tour still available to start on the 4th October? My son is currently in Peru and needs to make a quick decision on his next travel steps. He is very keen to join this tour.

Unfortunately, the 4 October 2025 departure is now closed for bookings. If your son is flexible, I'd be happy to check alternative upcoming departure dates for this tour. Please let me know, and I can share the available options.

I am interested in tours in Mexico, Guatemala, and Belize. Could you please provide more details about the inclusions, exclusions, and the itinerary for this adventure?

We are excited to start the planning phase with you. Meals include 5 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner. Transport includes private vehicle, public bus, taxi, shared boat, ferry. Accommodation is hotel (13 nights), lodge (2 nights), homestay (1 night). We are pleased to offer a complimentary hold on the trip for 48 hours, after which a deposit of 400 is required to confirm your space.

want to know more about single/travelling together/family/nationality

For the November 25th departure, we currently have 9 travellers confirmed. The group is made up of travellers from a mix of nationalities, and the age range is between 20s and 60s—a nice, diverse group!

Is this customizable and private?

This is a pre-designed group trip, so unfortunately, it is not customizable or private.

Can dietary restrictions be accommodated on this tour?

Yes, dietary restrictions can generally be accommodated with advance notice to the tour operator.

Is transport from the airport to the hotel provided?

Yes, transfers from the airport to the hotel at the start of your trip can be arranged at an additional cost.

How do I handle transportation between tour locations?

Transportation between tour locations is organized and included within the tour. You do not need to arrange separate transportation.

What types of optional activities will be available?

A range of optional activities will be available depending on the tour destination, including cultural visits, hiking excursions, and water sports.

What is the policy for single supplements?

A single supplement fee is applicable if you prefer a private room to yourself; the availability and exact fee need to be confirmed with the tour operator.

How much will cost hotel room just for one and is there available privte tour - the cost and what is the minimum number of attendees

A single supplement is available if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 14 (San Juan La Laguna homestay) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. If you would like to have this added to your booking the additional cost would be €795. Our tailor made team is able to put together private departures and alter the itinerary to best suit your needs. However, they do have a minimum requirement of 4 people and at least 5 nights. Private departures do take a bit longer to sort out so they will need at least 3-4 months in advance to put it all together.

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Maya Encounter (17 Days)

17 days

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From Playa del Carmen to Guatemala City

4.5

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Very well organised and enough time spent in each place. Can't wait for next trip.
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Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 16
Ages 15+

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Highlights

Marvel at the coral reefs of Cozumel
Hike ancient ruins at Tikal National Park
Kayak the waters of the Rio Dulce
Experience a Guatemalan homestay

Itinerary

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Introduction

Day 1 Playa del Carmen
Day 2 Playa del Carmen
Day 3 Chetumal
Day 4 Caye Caulker
Day 5 Caye Caulker
Day 6 Caye Caulker
Day 7 San Ignacio
Day 8 San Ignacio
Day 9 Tikal National Park
Day 10 Rio Dulce
Day 11 Rio Dulce
Day 12 Antigua
Day 13 Panajachel
Day 14 San Juan La Laguna
Day 15 Antigua
Day 16 Antigua
Day 17 Antigua

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Mariana
· February 17th, 2025
Well-organized tour. The hotels, activities and meals included was also very good in general. I would add an extra day in San Ignacio (Belize), especially for those interested in exploring Mayan ruins, and I think it would be interesting if we had the option to start the tour in this country instead of Mexico. I liked Intrepid's approach to reducing ecological impacts and also offering a homestay in Guatemala, contributing to the development of a local community and helping us have a more immersive experience in the country.
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Thank you for your review, Mariana! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your travels on our Maya Encounter trip. It's our goal to provide thoughtfully-planned and culturally enriching experiences, and it's wonderful to know you appreciated many aspects... Show more
Trip date: January 2025
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Werner
· February 28th, 2024
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Eine hochintensive, vielfältige Erfahrung.
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Intrepid Travel commented on this review
Thank you for your review, Werner. We hope that you found the experience rewarding, and we hope to see you again. Danke!
Trip date: February 2024
Matthew
· March 14th, 2023
Central America is never easy but Jorge did a great job of adjusting logistical plans when the unforeseen happened. Very culturally fulfilling trip, spectacular natural wonders, and very welcoming people made this a great trip. Thanks!
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Intrepid Travel commented on this review
Hi Matthew - thanks so much for sharing your experience! We're so happy to hear you felt welcomed and fulfilled on this adventure. Hope you will join us again soon!
Trip date: February 2023
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Elizabeth
· February 11th, 2023
Excellent trip, great mix of activities and a superb tour leader
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Intrepid Travel commented on this review
Hi Elizabeth! Thank you for the kind words. We look forward to having you on a new tour with us in the future :)
Trip date: January 2023
Margaret
· March 11th, 2020
Itinerary and its execution was fabulous
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Thanks so much Margaret!
Trip date: January 2020
Monique
· November 20th, 2019
Overall great tour! our guide was very informative and had loads of suggestions of what do and see in each place we visited.
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Trip date: November 2019
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Marcia
· November 15th, 2019
The group was not cohesive and disagreements spoiled some experiences.
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Trip date: October 2019
Anne
· October 21st, 2019
The tour leader Sofi MADE the tour. Absolutely dedicated to her job and passengers
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Trip date: September 2019
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Gillian M
· September 18th, 2019
Veryvaried trip so lots of different adventures. Very well organised and enough time spent in each place. Special mention to TANIA ROBLES our tour guide. She was very helpful and went out of her way to assist in the group's varied requests. Tania also helped me when I had trouble getting home due to visa issue. Thankfully she was still in Antigua but not working but she was an angel in getting me flights etc. Can't wait for next trip. Well done Intrepid
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Trip date: December 2018
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Darelle S
· September 18th, 2019
The opportunity to meet fellow travellers and the experiences offered
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Trip date: December 2018

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Amelia
Asked on September 29th, 2025
Is this tour still available to start on the 4th October? My son is currently in Peru and needs to make a quick decision on his next travel steps. He is very keen to join this tour.
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written September 2025
  Unfortunately, the 4 October 2025 departure is now closed for bookings. If your son is flexible, I'd be happy to check alternative upcoming departure dates for this tour. Please let me know, and I can share the available options.
J
Jerry
Asked on August 21st, 2025
I am interested in tours in Mexico, Guatemala, and Belize. Could you please provide more details about the inclusions, exclusions, and the itinerary for this adventure?
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written August 2025
  We are excited to start the planning phase with you. Meals include 5 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner. Transport includes private vehicle, public bus, taxi, shared boat, ferry. Accommodation is hotel (13 nights), lodge (2 nights), homestay (1 night). We are pleased to offer a complimentary hold on the trip for 48 hours, after which a deposit of 400 is required to confirm your space.
M
Marc
Asked on August 1st, 2025
want to know more about single/travelling together/family/nationality
Group size
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written August 2025
  For the November 25th departure, we currently have 9 travellers confirmed. The group is made up of travellers from a mix of nationalities, and the age range is between 20s and 60s—a nice, diverse group!
A
Annette
Asked on July 6th, 2025
Is this customizable and private?
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written July 2025
  This is a pre-designed group trip, so unfortunately, it is not customizable or private.
- A
  Annette
  Traveler•Written July 2025
  do you offer private and customizable tours
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written July 2025
  We do offer private tours, however, they require a minimum of 4 travelers. As such, we kindly recommend joining a suitable group tour instead.
- A
  Annette
  Traveler•Written July 2025
  do you have private customizable tours
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written July 2025
  As previously mentioned, our private tours do require a minimum of 4 travelers. Since this requirement isn't met, we kindly recommend joining a suitable group tour instead.
S
Sara
Asked on March 4th, 2025
Can dietary restrictions be accommodated on this tour?
Meals
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2025
  Yes, dietary restrictions can generally be accommodated with advance notice to the tour operator.
T
Tina
Asked on February 15th, 2025
Is transport from the airport to the hotel provided?
Transport
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2025
  Yes, transfers from the airport to the hotel at the start of your trip can be arranged at an additional cost.
C
Christel
Asked on January 30th, 2025
How do I handle transportation between tour locations?
Transport
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2025
  Transportation between tour locations is organized and included within the tour. You do not need to arrange separate transportation.
M
Marcos
Asked on January 18th, 2025
What types of optional activities will be available?
Other
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2025
  A range of optional activities will be available depending on the tour destination, including cultural visits, hiking excursions, and water sports.
S
Sophie
Asked on January 12th, 2025
What is the policy for single supplements?
Single supplement
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2025
  A single supplement fee is applicable if you prefer a private room to yourself; the availability and exact fee need to be confirmed with the tour operator.
S
Sandy
Asked on November 28th, 2024
How much will cost hotel room just for one and is there available privte tour - the cost and what is the minimum number of attendees
Accommodation
Group size
Single supplement
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written November 2024
  A single supplement is available if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 14 (San Juan La Laguna homestay) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. If you would like to have this added to your booking the additional cost would be €795. Our tailor made team is able to put together private departures and alter the itinerary to best suit your needs. However, they do have a minimum requirement of 4 people and at least 5 nights. Private departures do take a bit longer to sort out so they will need at least 3-4 months in advance to put it all together.

From

$3,770

-15%

NZ $3,205 per person

Price based on Cheapest Room

Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

Select Date

1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Best price guarantee Learn More

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Good to Know

Tour ID: 3969

Currencies
BZ$
Belize Dollar
Belize
Q
Quetzal
Guatemala
$
Mexican Peso
Mexico
Plugs & Adapters
As a traveler from New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types A, B, G.
Type A
Belize and Guatemala
Type B
Belize and Guatemala
Type G
Belize and Guatemala
Type I
Guatemala
Vaccines
- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Belize, Guatemala and Mexico. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Belize, Guatemala and Mexico. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Belize and Guatemala. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Belize, Guatemala and Mexico. 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 Guatemala. Ideally 10 days before travel.
Visa
- 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.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
Payment information
- For any tour departing before January 8th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after January 8th, 2026, a minimum payment of $400 is required to confirm your booking with Intrepid Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
- Some departure dates and prices may vary and Intrepid Travel will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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