Central America Explorer - Southbound

Itinerary

Days 1-2 Mexico City

Jump-start this adventure amid the thrilling contrasts of Mexico's capital.

Days 3-4 Puebla

Bargain at the markets or hike through lush volcanic scenery.

Days 5-7 Oaxaca

From the worm in the Mezcal bottle to chocolate grasshoppers, Oaxaca's cuisine is an adventure.

Days 8-9 San Cristobal de las Casas

See it all, from the steamy lowlands to the sparkling Chiapas highlands.

Days 10-11 Palenque

Discover riotous wildlife, thick jungle and enchanting ruins.

Days 12-13 Merida

Opt to see the town in a horsedrawn caleche or explore the ruins of Uxmal.

Days 14-15 Chichen Itza/Playa del Carmen

Clamber up the steps of Chichen Itza or relax beachside at Playa del Carmen.

Days 16-17 Tulum

Catch sunset from the beachside ruins or relax on the white sands.

Days 18-19 Caye Caulker

Swim, dive or just chill on the beach at this friendly island paradise.

Days 20-21 San Ignacio

From ruins and jungle walks to waterfalls and tubing, the wilds beckon.

Days 22-23 Flores/Tikal

Enjoy a slice of island life on Lake Peten Itza. Don't miss the ruins of Tikal.

Days 24-25 Rio Dulce

Explore a rubber plantation or go boating on the lake.

Day 26 Antigua

Grab a tamale and explore Antigua - from its volcanic outskirts to the cobblestone streets, this city is a delight.

Days 27-28 San Jorge La Laguna/Chichicastenango

Pick up a traditional weaving or handicrafts at the famous markets.

Days 29-30 Antigua

Gaze over plumes of smoke rising from the Pacaya Volcano.

Days 31-32 Copan

Try to solve the mystery of this long-abandoned Maya city.

Days 33-35 Roatan Island

Discover powdery shores lapped by crystal blue waters - this is beachside bliss. Swim, dive or snorkel or just enjoy it from under a coconut palm.

Day 36 Comayagua

Swap island life for the charm of Honduras' old capital.

Days 37-38 Granada

Explore the colonial buildings and wild volcanic landscape in Nicaragua's oldest city.

Days 39-40 Ometepe Island

Flanked by volcanic peaks rising from Lake Nicaragua, Ometepe is both beautiful and otherworldly.

Days 41-42 Monteverde

Go birdwatching, mountain biking or take a rainforest canopy walk.

Days 43-44 La Fortuna

Rejuvenate in hot springs overlooking glowing volcanoes.

Days 45-46 San Jose

Munch churros and mingle with locals in the plaza.