- Journey across ancient lands from our collection of comfortable hotels.
- Discover the sites of Copan, Tikal, Palenque and Chichen Itza
- Swim and snorkel in the clear, warm waters of the Caribbean

Copan & Tikal
From the splendid colonial buildings of Antigua we travel to Honduras and one of the grandest of all city-states: Copan, famed for its intricate sculptures and hieroglyphic stairway. Crossing the border back into Guatemala, we head to our comfortable lodge in Flores. From here we explore the impressive 20-storey temples at Tikal, where the ruins rise above the jungle canopy.

Yucatan Traverse
Crossing the border to Mexico by boat, we travel west to Palenque, which at its peak was governed by one of the Mayan Kingdom's greatest rulers, Lord Pakal. Then begins our journey up the Yucatan Peninsula, after pausing at Campeche we arrive in Merida a bustling metropolis with a lively colonial centre.

Chichen Itza & Caribbean Beaches
Perhaps one of the most recognisable sites, the pyramid temple at Chichen Itza is justifiably famous and we get here early to avoid the crowds. Our journey finishes in Playa de Carmen, where we can relax on the beautiful Caribbean beaches and swim in the warm turquoise seas.

Itinerary:

Day 1 Join the tour in Antigua. Day 2 Antigua Today we explore the colonial heart of this beautiful town. Days 3/4 Copan Crossing into Honduras we discover the ceremonial site of Copan, one of the best preserved in the Americas. Days 5/6 Tikal We drive via beautiful Quirigua to Tikal, visiting the most impressive Maya site of all. Days 7/8 Palenque Crossing into Mexico by boat we visit Bonampak, hidden in the jungle, before continuing to Palenque where there's time to wander the site and visit nearby waterfalls. Day 9 Yucatan Traverse We drive up the coast to Campeche. Day 10 Merida Arriving in this bustling city, we explore the colonial centre. Days 11/12 Chichen Itza We pause at the serene convent at Izamal then spend a full day at the temples of Chichen Itza before heading to the coast. Days 13/14 Caribbean beaches Our last days are spent on the Caribbean coast, with time to swim, snorkel and relax on the beach. Day 15 Tour ends in Playa del Carmen.

Accommodation: 12nts comfortable hotels (see dossier for details), 2nts comfortable lodge at Flores; 14 breakfasts included.
Transport: Bus/Boat.
Comment: A tour suitable for anyone of average fitness.
Group: Approx. 12 to 16.
Staff: Explore Leader, plus boat crew & drivers.
Trip Reference: DMX