Mexiko 32 Tage Basic Central America: Mexico to Costa Rica Erlebnisrundreise Adventure-Trip in internationaler Gruppe

Are you looking for the maximum Central American adventure at minimum cost? Try this 32-day trip on for size and visit seven different countries, filling your days with Mayan ruins, clear Caribbean waters, lush rainforests, and Pacific waves. With ample free time to choose your own activities in some iconic destinations between Mexico and Costa Rica, there’s no limit to the epic experiences. Explore indigenous Mayan villages and meet locals for an immersion into the authenticity of Central America!

• Relax on laid-back beaches in Caye Caulker and El Tunco

• Explore Mayan ruins of Copán and Tikal

• Wander the local markets of colourful colonial Antigua

• Make new friends at a local homestay in Guatemala

• Visit seven different countries in one month

Reiseverlauf:

ACHTUNG wichtige Infos zur Rundreise

Früheste Abreise ab: 00:01 Uhr

1. Tag Playa del Carmen

Ankunft zu jeder Zeit möglich.

Event: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen (1.0h)
Unterkunft: Hotel Colonial

2. Tag Playa del Carmen

Nutze freie Zeit, um dir die Maya-Ruinen von Tulúm oder Cozumel anzusehen. Oder bade einfach im Meer und genieße den Strand.

Freizeit: Playa del Carmen
Unterkunft: Hotel Colonial

Optionale Ausflüge:
Besichtigung der Ruinen von Tulum (**)
Besuch in einer Cenote (**)
Tequila Tasting (**)
Coco Bongo Disco und Show (**)
Ausflug zum Strand von Akumal (**)

3. Tag Playa del Carmen / Caye Caulker

Travel from Mexico across the border into Belize today, which boasts huge swaths of jungle, ancient Mayan ruins, and above all, friendly, easy-going people. During the drive, picture the unbelievably clear blue waters and the opportunities you will have over the next few days for diving and snorkelling along the barrier reef.

Transport: Playa del Carmen – Chetumal (Beginn: 05:00 Uhr – 4.0h)
Event: Grenzüberquerung (Mexiko – Belize) (Beginn: 12:00 Uhr – 0.5h)
Transport: Santa Elena – Belize City (Beginn: 11:30 Uhr – 3.0h)
Transport: Belize City – Caye Caulker (Beginn: 16:30 Uhr – 0.75h)
Unterkunft: Enjoy Hotel

4. Tag Caye Caulker

Enjoy a free day in Caye Caulker. Choose to snorkel at Hol Chan Marine Reserve, keeping a lookout for stingrays and nurse sharks. You can also choose to go diving, or just chill out on the beach.

Freizeit: Caye Caulker
Unterkunft: Enjoy Hotel

Optionale Ausflüge:
Tagesausflug zum Meeresschutzgebiet Hol Chan (**)
Angelausflug (**)
Bike with Purpose Fahrradverleih (**)
Segeltour bei Sonnenuntergang (**)

5. Tag Caye Caulker

Another full day of free time will allow you to participate in any optional activities in the area that you didn’t have time for yesterday.

Freizeit: Caye Caulker
Unterkunft: Enjoy Hotel

Optionale Ausflüge:
Tagesausflug zum Meeresschutzgebiet Hol Chan (**)
Angelausflug (**)
Bike with Purpose Fahrradverleih (**)
Segeltour bei Sonnenuntergang (**)

6. Tag Caye Caulker / San Ignacio

Cross back to the mainland of Belize via boat and travel by bus inland to San Ignacio. Along the way the group will stop for an included pottery demonstration and a typical lunch at a G Adventures-supported women’s pottery cooperative. (M)

Transport: Caye Caulker – Belize City (Beginn: 10:00 Uhr – 0.75h)
Event: San Antonio Women’s Pottery Cooperative und Mittagessen
Transport: Belize City – San Ignacio (3.0h)
Unterkunft: Kawoq Hostel

Optionaler Ausflug:
Besuch im Xunantunich (**)

7. Tag San Ignacio

Enjoy a day at leisure to experience the surroundings of San Ignacio. Choose to visit the Sacred Mayan cave Actun Tunichil Muknal, or set your eyes on the lesser-visited Xunantunich Mayan ruins.

Freizeit: San Ignacio
Unterkunft: Kawoq Hostel

Optionale Ausflüge:
Cave-Tubing (**)
Führung durch die Maya-Ruinen von Caracol (**)
Kanufahrt in der Höhle Barton Creek Cave (**)
Reiten (**)
Besuch im Xunantunich (**)
Besichtigung der Höhle Actun Tunichil Muknal (**)

8. Tag San Ignacio / Flores

While this trip is fast-paced, there will be some opportunity to rest on today’s drive as the group crosses another border and travels to Guatemala. Enter the country in the northeast jungle Petén region and stop for a guided tour of the ancient city of Tikal on the way to Flores. This place is the capital of Petén, a small island located on the second largest lake in Guatemala-Lake Petén Itzá.

Transport: San Ignacio – Benque Viejo del Carmen (Beginn: 07:00 Uhr – 0.25h)
Event: Grenzüberquerung (Belize – Guatemala) (Beginn: 07:30 Uhr – 0.5h)
Transport: Melchor de Mencos – Tikal (Beginn: 09:00 Uhr – 1.5h)
Event: Führung durch Tikal (Beginn: 11:00 Uhr – 3.0h)
Transport: Tikal – Flores (Beginn: 15:30 Uhr – 1.0h)
Unterkunft: Hotel Petén

9. Tag Flores / Rio Dulce

Travel for most of the day from Flores to Rio Dulce, which is on the shores of Lake Izabel, the largest lake in Guatemala. This journey across the country will take a road through dense jungle arriving at this port town in the evening.

Transport: Flores – Rio Dulce (4.0h)
Unterkunft: Hotel Hacienda Tijax

10. Tag Rio Dulce

Sit back and marvel at the scenery on a boat ride from Rio Dulce to the Caribbean town of Livingston. Make a stop at the G Adventures-supported El Manglar Restaurant for an explanation of the women-led community initiative project there. Walk around the grounds and then gather for a delicious lunch steeped in local flavours. (M)

Event: Caribbean Gastronomic Experience „El Manglar“ (1.0h)
Event: Malerische Bootsfahrt nach Livingston (5.0h)
Unterkunft: Hotel Hacienda Tijax

11. Tag Rio Dulce / Antigua Guatemala

Spend most of the day travelling from Rio Dulce to Antigua, Guatemala. Rest up on the ride because upon arrival the group will set off on an orientation walk. The rest of the evening is free. Get a head start planning tomorrow’s activities or enjoy this colonial city’s nightlife.

Transport: Rio Dulce – Antigua Guatemala (6.0h)
Event: Orientation Walk – Antigua
Unterkunft: Antigua Lemon Tree Hostel

Optionaler Ausflug:
Salsastunde (**)

12. Tag Antigua Guatemala

The group will have a full day at leisure in Antigua. From biking riding to climbing a volcano there’s plenty to see and do. Stay in town and café hop as a way to soak up the area’s culture.

Freizeit: Antigua Guatemala
Unterkunft: Antigua Lemon Tree Hostel

Optionale Ausflüge:
Besuch in der Finca Valhalla (**)
Massage (**)
Pacaya Volcano Hike (*)
Radfahren (**)
Führung und Workshop im ChocoMuseo (**)
Stadtführung mit Elizabeth Bell (**)
Besteigung des Vulkans Acatenango (**)
Kaffeetour in der Finca Filidelfia (**)

13. Tag Antigua Guatemala / Panajachel

Reise zum wunderschönen Lago de Atitlán und genieße die Aussicht.

Transport: Antigua Guatemala – Panajachel (4.0h)
Unterkunft: Kamol Bey

Optionale Ausflüge:
Massage (**)
Kayaking (**)
Schwimmen (**)

14. Tag Panajachel / San Juan La Laguna

Take a boat ride across the lake before taking part in a G Adventures-supported homestay with a local family. (A)

Transport: Panajachel – San Juan La Laguna (0.5h)
Event: Maya-Gastfamilienprojekt
Unterkunft: Rupalaj Kistalin Posada Homestay

Optionaler Ausflug:
Shopping (**)

15. Tag San Juan La Laguna / Antigua Guatemala

The group will journey back to Antigua and spend some free time exploring. Optional activities include visiting a macadamia nut farm, checking out a coffee plantation, biking around Antigua’s surrounding hills, or taking a salsa lesson.

Transport: San Juan La Laguna – Panajachel (0.5h)
Transport: Panajachel – Antigua Guatemala (3.0h)
Unterkunft: Antigua Lemon Tree Hostel

Optionale Ausflüge:
Massage (**)
Führung und Workshop im ChocoMuseo (**)
Salsastunde (**)

16. Tag Antigua Guatemala

Nutze Zeit zur freien Verfügung. Du kannst bei einer Massage entspannen, die nahen Berge mit dem Fahrrad erkunden oder eine örtliche Macadamianuss-Farm besuchen.

Freizeit: Antigua Guatemala
Unterkunft: La Quinta Santa Lucia

Optionale Ausflüge:
Radfahren (**)
Besuch in der Finca Valhalla (**)
Massage (**)
Kaffeetour in der Finca Filidelfia (**)
Pacaya Volcano Hike (*)

17. Tag Antigua Guatemala / Copán

Cross the border today between Guatemala and Honduras as the group travels to the town of Copán Ruinas. Arrive in the colonial highland town in the evening and soak up this gorgeous location set along a river in the coffee growing region.

Transport: Antigua Guatemala – Copán (8.0h)
Event: Grenzüberquerung (Guatemala – Honduras)
Unterkunft: Hotel Brisas de Copan

18. Tag Copán

Freie Zeit in Copán. Du kannst die Ruinen von Copán.

Freizeit: Copán
Unterkunft: Hotel Brisas de Copan

Optionale Ausflüge:
Besichtigung der Ruinen von Copán (**)
Besuch der Thermalquellen von Luna Jaguar (**)

19. Tag Copán / Suchitoto

The journey today, while long, will also be a good way to catch up on some rest. Drive from Honduras back into Guatemala briefly before crossing the border to El Salvador where the group will stay in the colonial town of Suchitoto. Choose to try pupusas tonight, a local Salvadorian specialty and a great treat after a long day of travel.

Transport: Copán – Suchitoto (8.0h)
Event: Grenzüberquerung (Honduras – Guatemala)
Event: Grenzüberquerung (Guatemala – El Salvador)
Unterkunft: Posada Alta Vista

20. Tag Suchitoto / Playa El Tunco

Spend the morning at leisure in Suchitoto and then it’s off to the coast and the La Libertad region. Catch a stunning sunset in a small surf town and opt to grab a cold drink after a day’s journey complete.

Freizeit: Suchitoto
Transport: Suchitoto – Playa El Tunco (3.0h)
Unterkunft: Atami Escape Resort

21. Tag Playa El Tunco

This full free day is perfect for optional beach activities in the area. Opt to book a surf lesson, try fresh ceviche at the fish market, visit the Tamanique waterfalls, or relax on the beach.

Freizeit: Playa El Tunco
Unterkunft: Atami Escape Resort

Optionaler Ausflug:
Surfstunde (**)

22. Tag Playa El Tunco / León

Leave El Salvador and transfer by land and sea to Nicaragua. The group will arrive to colonial León for a short orientation walk in the evening.

Transport: Potosí – León (3.0h)
Transport: Playa El Tunco – La Unión (4.0h)
Transport: La Unión – Potosí (3.0h)
Event: Grenzüberquerung (El Salvador – Nicaragua)
Event: Orientierungs-Spaziergang
Unterkunft: Hotel Hellenika

23. Tag León / Granada

Continue on towards Granada today, where you’ll see the city’s colourful colonial buildings during an orientation walk. Surrounded by active volcanoes and lakes, this place is perfect for hiking and outdoor activities. Get to know the town and opt to go out with the group.

Transport: León – Granada (2.0h)
Event: Orientation Walk – Granada
Unterkunft: Hotel La Estacion Granada

Optionaler Ausflug:
Tagesausflug zum Vulkan Masaya (**)

24. Tag Granada

Get out and explore the charms of Granada during your full free day. Visit the local markets and museums. Choose to try kayaking in Lake Nicaragua or go for a swim in Laguna de Apoyo. You could also go for a walk in the forest at the top of Mombacho Volcano.

Freizeit: Granada
Event: Breakfast at Café de las Sonrisas
Unterkunft: Hotel La Estacion Granada

Optionale Ausflüge:
Kulturmuseum Mi Museo (**)
Wanderung (**)
Marktbesuch (**)
Besuch der Laguna de Apoyo (**)

25. Tag Granada / Isla de Ometepe

Cross Lake Nicaragua by ferry to arrive at Ometepe Island, formed from two volcanoes in the middle of the lake. Here, take part in a 2-night G Adventures-supported community homestay among different local families. This experience will give you a chance to experience how rural Nicaraguans live. (A)

Transport: Granada – Rivas (1.25h)
Transport: Rivas – San Jorge (0.25h)
Transport: San Jorge – Moyogalpa (1.0h)
Transport: Moyogalpa – Isla de Ometepe
Event: Puesta del Sol Gastfamilie
Unterkunft: Puesta del Sol Homestay

26. Tag Isla de Ometepe

Explore Ometepe on your own. Choose to climb Volcano Concepción or Volcano Maderas, spend time with the local host families, or view petroglyphs left by the island’s original inhabitants. You can also choose to walk or kayak in Charco Verde reserve, travel the island by bicycle, or lounge out on the beach. (F) (A)

Freizeit: Isla de Ometepe
Event: Puesta del Sol Gastfamilie
Unterkunft: Puesta del Sol Homestay

Optionale Ausflüge:
Schwimmen (**)
Wanderung zu Vulkan Concepcíon (**)
Besuch der präkolumbianischen Felszeichnungen und Steinstatuen von Ometepe (**)
Ojo de Agua (Schwimmloch) (**)

27. Tag Isla de Ometepe / Monteverde

Travel by ferry back to the mainland and drive across the border into Costa Rica. The final destination today is the cloud forest environment of Monteverde. Sitting 1,400 meters above sea level, Monteverde is literally in the clouds and home to unique and diverse flora and fauna. (F)

Transport: Moyogalpa – Isla de Ometepe
Transport: Moyogalpa – San Jorge (1.5h)
Transport: San Jorge – Rivas (0.25h)
Transport: Rivas – Peñas Blancas (1.0h)
Event: Grenzüberquerung (Nicaragua – Costa Rica)
Transport: Peñas Blancas – Monteverde (4.0h)
Unterkunft: Quetzal Inn Monteverde

28. Tag Monteverde

The day is free for any optional activities in the area. Options include a visit to a cloud forest reserve, ziplining through the jungle canopy, or visiting a coffee plantation. There’s also horseback riding in the mountains or hiking along local trails.

Freizeit: Monteverde
Unterkunft: Quetzal Inn Monteverde

Optionale Ausflüge:
Besuch im Nebelwald von Santa Elena (**)
Monteverde Reiten (**)
Sky Walk (**)
Costa Rica – Adrenalin (**)
Zipline (**)
Schmetterlingsgarten Monteverde (**)
Monteverde Besuch einer Kaffeeplantage (**)

29. Tag Monteverde / La Fortuna

Leave the cloud forest behind and travel down towards sea level and across Costa Rica’s largest lake to the town of La Fortuna at the base of the Arenal Volcano. Once here, choose your activities; canyoning, white water rafting, hiking, caving, horseback riding, paddle boarding, kayaking, and visiting a wildlife refuge are just some of the fun options you could try.

Transport: Monteverde – Laguna de Arenal (1.5h)
Transport: Laguna de Arenal – Laguna de Arenal (1.0h)
Transport: Laguna de Arenal – La Fortuna (0.75h)
Freizeit: La Fortuna
Unterkunft: Arenal Backpackers Resort

Optionale Ausflüge:
Bad in den heißen Quellen von Baldi (**)
Costa Rica – Adrenalin (**)
Wandern in Ladakh (**)

30. Tag La Fortuna

Partake in any of the activities you didn’t get to try yesterday. From canyoning to rafting, the possibilities feel endless.

Freizeit: La Fortuna
Unterkunft: Arenal Backpackers Resort

Optionale Ausflüge:
Mountainbiken (**)
Costa Rica – Adrenalin (**)
Vogelbeobachtung (**)
Reiten (**)
Canyoning im Lost Canyon (**)
Wandern in Ladakh (**)
Führung im Naturschutzgebiet Caño Negro (**)

31. Tag La Fortuna / San José

Travel through the mountains to San José and spend a free night out in the capital. From beautiful parks to museums and theatres there’s plenty to see.

Transport: La Fortuna – San José (3.0h)
Unterkunft: Boutique Hotel Casa Las Orquideas

Optionaler Ausflug:
Sarapiqui River Rafting (*)

32. Tag San José

Abreise jederzeit möglich.

Event: Tag der Abreise

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Fahrplan-, Flugplan-, Hotel- und Programmänderungen bleiben ausdrücklich vorbehalten.

(*) organisierte Programme sowie Aktivitäten. Diese sind nicht im Reisepreis enthalten und müssen vor Reisebeginn gebucht werden. Änderungen vorbehalten.
(**) organisierte Programme sowie Aktivitäten. Diese sind nicht im Reisepreis enthalten und müssen vor Ort gebucht werden. Änderungen vorbehalten.

(F=Frühstück,M=Mittagessen,A=Abendessen)

Leistungen:

Dein G-for-Good-Moment: San Antonio Women’s Pottery Cooperative und Mittagessen, San Ignacio
Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Caribbean Gastronomic Experience „El Manglar“, Lívingston
Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Maya-Gastfamilienprojekt, San Juan La Laguna
Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Puesta del Sol Gastfamilie, Isla de Ometepe
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Dein Discover-Moment: Playa del Carmen
Dein Discover-Moment: Caye Caulker
Dein Discover-Moment: San Ignacio
Dein Discover-Moment: Antigua Guatemala
Dein Discover-Moment: Granada
Dein Discover-Moment: Monteverde
Dein Discover-Moment: La Fortuna. Guided tour of Tikal. Orientation walks in Antigua, León, and Granada. Beach time in Caye Caulker and El Tunco. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Unterbringung: Simple hotels and hostels (26 nts, mostly multishare) home stay (3 nts).
Transport: Local bus, ferry, boat, private vehicle, taxi, walking.
Mahlzeiten: 2 Frühstück, 2 Mittagessen, 3 Abendessen

Aufpreis für Einzelzimmer – nur wenn explizit gewünscht:
Ansonsten wird das Zimmer mit einem gleichgeschlechtlichem Zimmerpartner geteilt

Gruppengröße: Max 16, avg 14.