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Cancun Tulum
MEXICO
Chetumal Caye Caulker Belize City Roatan Island San Pedro Sula
Chichicastenango Copan Panajachel Guatemala Antigua City
BELIZE GUATEMALA
Tikal Flores
HONDURAS
Tegucigalpa
EL SALVADOR
NICARAGUA
Managua Ometepe Island Granada Cancun to San Jose La Fortuna Cahuita Monteverde San Jose Puerto Pacific COSTA RICA Viejo Ocean refuges, there is the option of embarking on the giant sky walk, a series of suspension bridges in the canopy 40 metres above ground. Days 2-29/La Fortuna - Arenal The town of La Fortuna is known for the spectacular active volcano of Arenal where molten lava can often be seen flowing from the crater. We hike around the volcano and take a refreshing dip in the stunning Fortuna waterfalls. Days 30-31/Cahuita National Park
Copan Ruins
33 days
Days -9/Antigua Antigua, set in the highlands of Guatemala, is dwarfed by three majestic volcanoes and is one the most beautiful towns in the Americas. Here we will wander the 16th-century cobblestone streets and explore the beautiful Spanish-style architecture, the churches and the monasteries. Our leader will also take us to the summit of one of the nearby volcanoes. Days 10-12/Panajachel - Chichicastenango We travel to the picturesque town of Panajachel on the edge of Lake Atitilan, surrounded by mighty volcanoes. This is some of Central Americas most beautiful countryside. Before returning to Antigua well visit the colourful markets at Chichicastenango a real highlight! Days 13-1/Copan Ruins We cross the border into our fourth country, Honduras, and visit the Mayan ruins of Copan. Set amidst a tranquil forest along the Copan River we explore the intricate statues of the citys 16 rulers, pyramids and plazas. Copan also has a number of optional adventure activities to sample rafting, caving, horseback riding and bike riding to name a few. Days 15-1/Roatan Island - Tegucigalpa The friendly Bay Islands is a Caribbean paradise where you can enjoy stunning palm-fringed beaches with sparkling white sand. There is time here to swim, dive, snorkel or simply relax. At night you can indulge in some of the laid back Caribbean nightlife to be found on Roatan. Days 19-21/Granada Travelling down into Nicaragua, we come to the historic town of Granada. A walking tour of the city with our leader will acquaint us with this charming town, then theres free time for optional activities such as hiking, boating or, for the adventurous, a day trip to Managua. Days 22-23/Ometepe Island A ferry takes us across Lake Nicaragua to Ometepe Island. This incredible island was formed by two volcanoes and has a rich archaeological history. Relaxing beaches and natural reserves are waiting to be explored. Days 2-25/San Jose Across the border in Costa Rica, we make our way to San Jose. The citys excellent museums and impressive National Theatre are must sees. Days 2-27/Monteverde Travelling into the mountains we come to the village of Monteverde. The Monteverde Cloud Forest is home to hundreds of species of animal, bird and plant life. Considered one of the worlds most outstanding wildlife
On the Caribbean coast we come to the small town of Cahuita. Its incredible beach is great for swimming and snorkelling or simply unwinding. The surrounding National Park is a haven for wildlife with opportunities for spotting coatis, sloths, armadillos, iguanas, howler and capuchin monkeys. Days 32-33/Puerto Viejo - San Jose Our final stop is the beach resort of Puerto Viejo, one of Costa Ricas most happening spots. The Afro-Caribbean lifestyle and laid-back atmosphere make it a great place to unwind after our overland adventure. Long walks on pristine beaches; snorkelling or diving among the many reefs in crystal clear waters; world-class surfing; mountain biking... there are so many activities on offer. On Day 33, we travel back to San Jose where our trip comes to an end.
Cancun to San Jose
This sensational trip spans six colourful countries and packs in a lot of adventure along the way. The major highlights of Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and Costa Rica are all covered on this once in a lifetime journey!
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trip info
Prices: See page 2.
Group size: Maximum 15. Grade: Moderate. Transport: boat, deluxe bus, local bus, minibus, on foot, taxi. Accommodation: 1 night overnight bus, 31 nights hotel. Local payment: Your tour leader will collect US$500 from each person on Day 1. Want more? Link this trip with another Geckos adventure: Mexico & Central America. Tour Code: GSCS. Further Info & Trip Notes: www.geckosadventures.co.uk/trips/gscs
Starts Sun 2007 04-Nov 30-Dec Finishes Thu 06-Dec 31-Jan 200 10-Feb 23-Mar 18-May 29-Jun 10-Aug 21-Sep 02-Nov 28-Dec 11-Sep 23-Oct 04-Dec 29-Jan 2009 08-Feb 12-Mar 22-Mar 23-Apr
13-Mar 24-Apr 19-Jun 31-Jul
Days 1-2/Cancun Our holiday starts on the shores of the Caribbean in the resort town of Cancun. We have time to enjoy this lively city or to relax on the beautiful white sandy beaches of nearby Playa del Carmen. Days 3-5/Tulum - Caye Caulker The coastal road takes us past the Mayan ruins of Tulum and across the border to Belize City. From here we board our boat to the beautiful Caribbean island of Caye Caulker. Laze on the beach or take up some of the optional water sports on offer on this island paradise. Days -7/Flores - Tikal Ruins We travel to the small town of Flores in Guatemala, the gateway to the ancient city of Tikal the deserted Mayan ruins set in the depths of the Guatemalan jungle.
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