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- Platinum Operator
- Intrepid Travel
- In-depth Cultural
- Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Group Size 12 - 16
- Age range 15 to 99
Places You’ll See

Highlights
- Explore Central American cultures
- Visit Mayan ruins
- Enjoy the Belize Cayes islands
- Experience spectacular landscapes
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Mexico City
- Day 2 Mexico City
- Day 3 Puebla
- Day 4 Puebla
- Day 5 Oaxaca
- Day 6 Oaxaca
- Day 7 Oaxaca / Overnight Bus
- Day 8 San Cristobal de las Casas
- Day 9 San Cristobal de las Casas
- Day 10 Palenque
- Day 11 Palenque Ruins / Merida
- Day 12 Merida
- Day 13 Merida
- Day 14 Chichen Itza / Playa del Carmen
- Day 15 Playa del Carmen
- Day 16 Playa del Carmen
- Day 17 Chetumal
- Day 18 Caye Caulker
- Day 19 Caye Caulker
- Day 20 Caye Caulker
- Day 21 San Ignacio
- Day 22 San Ignacio
- Day 23 Tikal National Park
- Day 24 Rio Dulce
- Day 25 Rio Dulce
- Day 26 Antigua
- Day 27 Panajachel
- Day 28 San Juan La Laguna
- Day 29 Antigua
- Day 30 Antigua
- Day 31 Antigua
- Day 32 Copan
- Day 33 Copan
- Day 34 Suchitoto
- Day 35 Suchitoto
- Day 36 Pacific Coast, El Salvador
- Day 37 Pacific Coast, El Salvador
- Day 38 Leon
- Day 39 Leon
- Day 40 Granada
- Day 41 Granada
- Day 42 Monteverde
- Day 43 Monteverde
- Day 44 La Fortuna
- Day 45 La Fortuna
- Day 46 San Jose
- Day 47 San Jose
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services

Operated by
Intrepid Travel
Number of tours
1,480
Age Range
5 to 99 years old
Response time
10 hours
Response rate
80%
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryBad
- GuideGood
- TransportGood
- AccommodationGood
- FoodGood
- SSteve· September 7th, 2019Intrepid maya explorer ....watch out big tourist trap style adventure ... guide can not be trusted as looking out for number 1 herself and your $$$ and drag u through hell in the extremely hot sun. u will only see a fraction of a great land and its people and it definitely will be rushed ...God forbid u get sick or lost ...see ya... leaves you with anxiety nearly every day out there... don't believe 80% of positive reviews on here as they mostly will be written by intrepid themselves trying to suck you in by selling you an illusion. Have contacted this company about certain issues and demanded some of my trip money back ..but with only false promises on there part..and will outlast your original trip time to get a resolution...still nothing to this day. Trip look's to be designed by someone behind a desk as certain random places were not nessary. If want to travel to Central America look else where seriously.... I have travelled in the past with no issues until I came across this company...Show moreTrip date: August 2019
- MSMr· June 14th, 2017Just seeing if it's possible to create a fake review on this site. Five Stars even though I haven't set foot in South America :D!Show moreTrip date: January 2017
- MJMorgan· November 26th, 2016Randy was very knowledgeable about every place we went, and knew all the places to go for a more authentic cultural experience.Show moreTrip date: January 2016
- MJMorgan· November 26th, 2016I did the Central American Explorer trip with Intrepid, and two of my tour guides, Gabriel and Randy were amazing. They knew all the good local spots to see and places to eat where you could really experience the local culture. They made my trip easy and unforgettable.Show moreTrip date: December 2015
- NDnarelle· April 9th, 2016I have just read your reviews. Very concerning that each review is copied word for word with a different date (same review 3 times and then another 2/3 times) It gives me the feeling that someone in your own office has written these reviews and was too lazy to change the wording.Show moreTrip date: April 2016
- AAnonymous· March 14th, 2010This tour was fantastic,milton the tour rep was excellent and made the adventure tour one of the best i have experienced.I found the tour to be very busy and hectic with long hours travelling.Otherwise great!Show moreTrip date: January 2010
- AAnonymous· February 4th, 2011Loved this tour - great locations, people and activities. Six weeks isn\'t enough, could easily do it all over again! Would recommend it to anyone who wants a fun, educational, adventurous yet relaxing trip.Show moreTrip date: December 2010
- AAnonymous· September 17th, 2010Enjoyed myself overall.Show moreTrip date: July 2010
- AAnonymous· September 22nd, 2010Absolutely wonderful trip which encompasses everything you could want - historical, cultural, adventure and relaxation!Show moreTrip date: July 2010
- AAnonymous· July 13th, 2010A wonderful experience and a great way to travel. Our local guide was brilliant.Show moreTrip date: June 2010
Dates & Availability
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- From Saturday28 Jun, 2025To Wednesday13 Aug, 2025EnglishAlmost Sold OutCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestFrom:NZ $11,450with 2025-2025 VersionView this tour
- From Saturday12 Jul, 2025To Wednesday27 Aug, 2025EnglishAlmost Sold OutThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $11,140with 2025-2025 VersionView this tour
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What our customers ask about this tour
The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.- M
Melissa
Asked on July 31st, 2024Would it be possible to take just one part of this tour (say, starting in Guatemala)?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written July 2024
We are unbale to book you on one leg of the tour as this tour package is sold as one package however luckily, I can provide you the different tours from which this tour has been created so that you can book one of those tours separately according to your preference. Maya Encounter starts in Playa del Carmen, Mexico and ends in Antigua, Guatemala. Mexico Unplugged explores the heart of Mexico's Aztec, Zapotec, Maya and Spanish cultures. Central American Journey starts in Antigua, Guatemala and finishes in San Jose, Costa Rica.
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Craig
Asked on March 7th, 2023Do these countries require VISA for US citizens?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2023
The United States of America are not required to obtain a visa prior to arrival. As long as you have a valid passport, you are good to go!
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Ana
Asked on September 25th, 2022I have this tour already booked but I am planning on arriving in Mexico City a few days early, so was hoping to find out the name of the hotel where the tour starts so I don't need to travel across the city to start the tour.
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2022
Joining point
Hotel Posada Viena
#28 Calle Marsella, Cuauhtemoc
Zona Rosa
Mexico City
06600
MEXICO
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Gary
Asked on July 24th, 2022What is the single room supplement and how many meals are included?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written July 2022
The single supplement on this trip is from an extra $2,575. The single supplement excludes Day 7 and Days 24 & 25 where you will be in shared accommodation. 1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner is included in the price of the trip.
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Sophie
Asked on November 1st, 2016Do you do a pick up service from the airport at any time of the day?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written November 2016
Airport transfer is not included in this package, but can be arranged for an additional cost.
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