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Central America Explorer (including Ometepe Island)

47 days
From Mexico City to San Jose
4.3
13 traveler reviews

Central America Explorer (including Ometepe Island)

47 days
From Mexico City to San Jose
4.3
13 traveler reviews

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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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
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Highlights

  • Explore Central American cultures
  • Visit Mayan ruins
  • Enjoy the Belize Cayes islands
  • Experience spectacular landscapes

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Mexico City
  2. Day 2 Mexico City
  3. Day 3 Puebla
  4. Day 4 Puebla
  5. Day 5 Oaxaca
  6. Day 6 Oaxaca
  7. Day 7 Oaxaca / Overnight Bus
  8. Day 8 San Cristobal de las Casas
  9. Day 9 San Cristobal de las Casas
  10. Day 10 Palenque
  11. Day 11 Palenque Ruins / Merida
  12. Day 12 Merida
  13. Day 13 Merida
  14. Day 14 Chichen Itza / Playa del Carmen
  15. Day 15 Playa del Carmen
  16. Day 16 Playa del Carmen
  17. Day 17 Chetumal
  18. Day 18 Caye Caulker
  19. Day 19 Caye Caulker
  20. Day 20 Caye Caulker
  21. Day 21 San Ignacio
  22. Day 22 San Ignacio
  23. Day 23 Tikal National Park
  24. Day 24 Rio Dulce
  25. Day 25 Rio Dulce
  26. Day 26 Antigua
  27. Day 27 Panajachel
  28. Day 28 San Juan La Laguna
  29. Day 29 Antigua
  30. Day 30 Antigua
  31. Day 31 Antigua
  32. Day 32 Copan
  33. Day 33 Copan
  34. Day 34 Suchitoto
  35. Day 35 Suchitoto
  36. Day 36 Pacific Coast, El Salvador
  37. Day 37 Pacific Coast, El Salvador
  38. Day 38 Leon
  39. Day 39 Leon
  40. Day 40 Granada
  41. Day 41 Granada
  42. Day 42 Monteverde
  43. Day 43 Monteverde
  44. Day 44 La Fortuna
  45. Day 45 La Fortuna
  46. Day 46 San Jose
  47. Day 47 San Jose
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
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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

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  • S
    · September 7th, 2019
    Intrepid 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...
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    Trip date: August 2019
  • MS
    · June 14th, 2017
    Just 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!
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    Trip date: January 2017
  • MJ
    · November 26th, 2016
    Randy was very knowledgeable about every place we went, and knew all the places to go for a more authentic cultural experience.
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    Trip date: January 2016
  • MJ
    · November 26th, 2016
    I 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.
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    Trip date: December 2015
  • ND
    · April 9th, 2016
    I 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.
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    Trip date: April 2016
  • A
    · March 14th, 2010
    This 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!
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    Trip date: January 2010
  • A
    · February 4th, 2011
    Loved 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.
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    Trip date: December 2010
  • A
    · September 17th, 2010
    Enjoyed myself overall.
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    Trip date: July 2010
  • A
    · September 22nd, 2010
    Absolutely wonderful trip which encompasses everything you could want - historical, cultural, adventure and relaxation!
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    Trip date: July 2010
  • A
    · July 13th, 2010
    A wonderful experience and a great way to travel. Our local guide was brilliant.
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    Trip date: June 2010

Dates & Availability

47 days
Central America Explorer (including Ometepe Island)
From Mexico City to San Jose

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  • M

    Melissa

    Asked on July 31st, 2024

    Would it be possible to take just one part of this tour (say, starting in Guatemala)?

    Tour Details
    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten 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, 2023

    Do these countries require VISA for US citizens?

    Visa
    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten 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, 2022

    I 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.

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    Tour Details
    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten 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, 2022

    What is the single room supplement and how many meals are included?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten 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, 2016

    Do you do a pick up service from the airport at any time of the day?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten November 2016

      Airport transfer is not included in this package, but can be arranged for an additional cost.

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Tour ID: 3975

  • Currencies
    BZ$
    Belize Dollar
    Belize
    Costa Rican Colon
    Costa Rica
    SVC
    El Salvador Colon
    El Salvador
    Q
    Quetzal
    Guatemala
    L
    Lempira
    Honduras
    $
    Mexican Peso
    Mexico
    C$
    Cordoba Oro
    Nicaragua
  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types A, B, G.

    Type A
    Belize, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua
    Type B
    Belize, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua
    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, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico and Nicaragua. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico and Nicaragua. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Belize, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, 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, Honduras and Nicaragua. 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.
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