Have questions? We're here.
Kayak the clear blue waters of Belize

Central America Archaeology Tours

Travel made your way
Talk with an expert
Build your ideal Central America & Mexico trip. Call 1.406.541.2677
Start Planning My Trip
Filter (57 Results)
  • Start Date
    OR, More specific start
  • Length
    to
  • Price
    to
  • Activity Levels
  • Experiences
  • Activities
  • Ships
  • Destinations
    • Central America & Mexico
Guests bird watch during sunrise from a zodiac at Isla Rasa in the Gulf of California, Baja California, Mexico
from $5,712
HALF DEP
EXPLORE

Baja California Holiday Voyage: A Living Sea and Desert Isles

8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Venture
  • Explore the islands and caves
  • Search for marine animals
  • Snorkel among fish and sea lions
  • Visit the town of Santa Rosalia
  • Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Visit Isla Rasa
Starts / Ends
Loreto / Loreto
Activities
Whale Watching, Hiking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Kayaking, Snorkeling
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the Sea of Cortez among the best places in the world to see a great variety of whales, plus dolphins in abundance. With a flexible itinerary, rely on our expert staff to follow the seasonal movements of migrating birds and feeding whales ensuring excellent wildlife sightings. Hike forests of giant cacti, snorkel with sea lions and discover rare wildlife among desert islands.
Cruise Details
0
Panama City's Bridge of the Americas
from $11,545
EXPLORE

Ancient Kingdoms and Natural Treasures: Chile to Panama

Valparaiso - Panama - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II
  • Tour Valparaiso street art
  • Discover Paracas idyllic beaches
  • Visit Salaverry Moche pyramids
  • Walk Manta vibrant markets
Starts / Ends
Valparaiso / Panama City
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 14-day cruise on the Scenic Eclipse II along South America's Pacific coast, starting in UNESCO-listed Valparaiso. Explore diverse wildlife, historic sites in Peru and Ecuador, and conclude in Panama’s Darien National Park, a UNESCO biosphere reserve.
Cruise Details
0
from $8,119
EXPLORE

Yucatan Explorer

8 Day Itinerary
  • Visit a Maya archaeological site
  • Stroll through 'the Yellow City'
  • Explore Chichen Itza & its temples
  • Boat through Sian Ka'an Reserve
Activities
Biking
Activity Level
Relaxed
Enjoy 8 days in ancient Mexico, exploring several Mayan ruin sites, visiting haciendas, and touring cities in the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico. You'll visit staple archaeological sites like Chichen Itza, Uxmal, Tulum, Sian Ka'an, and Edzna before departing to Cancun. Take a bike tour, learn about the region's history, and relax on pristine beaches!
Tour Details
0
Grouper Ceviche on the beach after snorkeling!
from $3,622
EXPLORE

Taste of Puebla

4 Day Itinerary
  • Take a hands on cooking class
  • Enjoy meals at local restaurants
  • Visit Cholula's Aztec temple
Activities
Cooking Classes
Activity Level
Relaxed
On this 4-day Mexico extension tour, learn to prepare Puebla's best delicacies and enjoy the fruits of your labor. You will tour local historical sites between meals on this culinary focused tour, including the ancient Aztec Great Pyramidal temple in Cholula.
Tour Details
0
Cooking tortillas
from $6,173
EXPLORE

Oaxaca Culinary Tour

8 Day Itinerary
  • Cook Oaxaca traditional recipes
  • Visit Teotitlan woven rug workshop
  • Explore points of cultural interest
  • Visit artisanal communities
Activities
Village Visits
Activity Level
Relaxed
Experience the best of Mexico on this 8-day Oaxaca culinary and cultural trip. Master traditional recipes alongside acclaimed local chefs like Alejandro Ruiz. Explore ancient Zapotec ruins at Monte Alban and Mitla. Visit artisan communities to see black pottery and weaving. Taste authentic Mezcal and discover the region's rich heritage.
Tour Details
0
Mayan ruins at Tikal National Park
from $477
EXPLORE

Tikal Experience

3 Day Itinerary
  • Hike Tikal ancient jungle ruins
  • Explore Tikal’s towering pyramids
  • Spot wildlife in Tikal forest
  • Learn history of Mayan civilizatio
Activity Level
Relaxed
This 3-day Guatemala extension in the Petén region explores the magnificent temples of Tikal, set deep in the jungle. Discover the history of the ancient Mayan civilization with an expert archaeologist guide, and experience wildlife viewing in the biodiverse rainforest surrounding the ruins.
Tour Details
0
Pyramids in Yaxha National Park in Guatemala
from $517
EXPLORE

Tikal and Yaxha

3 Day Itinerary
  • Take a sunset tour of Yaxha
  • Tour the pyramids of Tikal
  • Explore Guatemala City
Starts / Ends
Antigua / Guatemala City
Activity Level
Relaxed
Discover Mayan history exploring the temples of Tikal and Yaxha on this 3-day tour of Guatemala's Peten region. Your guide is an expert archaeologist, so listen close as he takes you on a tour through these towering ruins. This historical itinerary makes for a great extension to any Mexico or Central America trip.
Tour Details
0
Temples of Copan Ruins
from $607
EXPLORE

Copan Ruins

3 Day Itinerary
  • Explore the streets of Copan Ruinas
  • Visit the sprawling Copan Ruins
  • Walk cobblestone historic streets
  • Spot vibrant scarlet macaws
Starts / Ends
Antigua / Antigua
Activity Level
Relaxed
Travel from Antigua Guatemala to Copán Ruinas on a 3-day trip. Explore Maya temples, plazas, and monuments with a local guide. Walk cobblestone streets, visit archeology museums, and follow nature trails where scarlet macaws thrive. This short extension is an excellent way to lengthen a Guatemala vacation.
Tour Details
0
Hand-painted colorful masks at a craft market in Antigua
from $36
EXPLORE

Antigua City Tour

½ Day Itinerary
  • Explore Antigua’s historic streets
  • Admire colonial architecture
  • Decode Maya symbolism
  • View traditional textiles
Activity Level
Relaxed
Explore Antigua’s colonial streets and Maya heritage on this flexible half-day tour. Discover intricate textiles and folk art symbolism while a bilingual guide tailors the route to your specific interests.
Tour Details
0
49-57 of 57 Results

Relax. We've got this.

Talk with an expert trip planner 1.800.344.6118

Plan My Trip
Jason Maynard employee profile
Jason M.
Tree frog spotted in the Amazon
Central America & Mexico

Chat Central America & Mexico with a specialist

Our team is waiting and ready to talk with you about your next adventure. So go ahead and book an appointment with one of our specialized trip planners.

Let's Chat
1.800.344.6118

Where is your next adventure?

Contact Chat Call

Why Travel With Us?

Expert Guidance

With deep destination expertise in complex travel, we advise on how to maximize your time, avoid common pitfalls, and get the most out of every part of your trip.

Rewards That Go Further

Secure your 5% Past Traveler Rewards across a wide range of ships and destinations - not a single brand and not just cruises.

We Save You Time and Stress

Skip the endless research and information overload—our deep destination expertise helps you design a more seamless trip in a fraction of the time.

As Featured In

How it Works

Connect

No cost, no commitment. Talk with our experts about your dream trip.

Plan

Share your travel style—we match you with the right itinerary or create one just for you.

Book

Lock in knowing every detail is handled and you’re fully supported.

Travel

Enjoy a seamless journey—and unlock 5% off your next adventure.