Central America Cultural Tours

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Panama and Costa Rica by Sea: The Natural Wonders of Central America – with Smithsonian Journeys

Colon - Puntarenas - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain

Starts / Ends

Colon / Puntarenas

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 8-day cruise aboard Le Champlain to explore the natural wonders and cultural heritage of Panama and Costa Rica, including the white sands of Holandes Cayes, the iconic Panama Canal, and Panama City's historic Old Quarter.

• Discover San Blas
• Experience Panama Canal
• Explore Fuerte Amador
• Visit Darien National Park

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from $1,803

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Guatemala Easter Festival

8 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Guatemala City / Guatemala City

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover the heart of Guatemala on this exclusive 8-day tour! Celebrate the Easter Festival in the colorful streets of Antigua. Journey to the highlands, where modern Maya culture meets its past in sites such as the Chichicastenango market. Explore the villages around Lake Atitlan and return to Antigua for more exploration of this colonial city!

• Enjoy Easter Festival ceremonies
• Tour the colonial capital Antigua
• Cruise across Lake Atitlán
• Visit Chichicastenango market
• Walk through Iximché ruins

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from $3,265

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Nicaragua Escape

7 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Managua / Managua

Activities

Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Variable

Discover a 7-day adventure through Granada, Mombacho Volcano, and San Juan. Explore Granada’s colonial heritage, hike Mombacho Volcano’s Crater Trail, and enjoy free time at Jicaro Lodge and Morgan’s Rock. Experience local culture, scenic landscapes, and various activities.

• Tour the colonial city of Granada
• Taste award-winning chocolate
• See Doña Elba Cigars Granada
• Stay in San Juan del Sur
• Stay at Jicaro Lodge Eco Resort
• Relax at Morgans Rock
• Hike Mombacho Volcano

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from $2,019

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Best of Nicaragua

8 Day Itinerary

Activities

Biking

Activity Level

Easy Active

Explore Managua, León, Granada, and Masaya on an 8-day tour. Visit Old León Ruins, lush Isletas, vibrant cities, and breathtaking volcanoes while discovering Nicaragua's rich heritage.

• Visit UNESCO Old León Ruins
• Tour Selva Negra coffee farms
• Hike Masaya Volcano trails
• Experience San Jacinto Hot Springs
• Explore Granada City

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from $2,159

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Guatemala Discovery

10 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Easy Active

Traverse the Guatemalan landscape, discovering the rich Mayan culture and heritage along the way on this 10-day adventure. From Antigua to Lake Atitlan and the Lanquin Cave, you'll visit small markets, interact with locals, explore the diverse landscape, and tour colonial cities. Goliath churches and palaces contrast with tiny towns and villages.

• Explore the streets of Antigua
• Greet locals at the Comalapa Market
• Visit a women's textile cooperative
• Explore a limestone cave

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from $1,948

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Nicaragua Vieja

8 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Managua / Granada

Activities

Cooking Classes

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience an 8-day journey through Nicaragua’s history and natural beauty. Visit Managua, Leon, and Granada, including the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Old Leon. Tour volcanoes, explore reserves, cruise islets, and participate in cultural activities like pottery and cooking classes.

• Visit Masaya Volcano National Park
• Tour the colonial city of Granada
• Visit the buried ruins of Old Leon
• Hike Mombacho Volcano’s trails
• Visit Catedral De La Asuncion
• Visit Juan Venado Nature Reserve

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from $1,557

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Guatemala Classico Explorer

8 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Guatemala City / Guatemala City

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience Guatemala’s history and culture on this 8-day adventure. Walk through colonial Antigua, visit the art-filled San Juan Comalapa, and explore ancient ruins at Iximché and Tikal. Cross Lake Atitlán by boat, browse Chichicastenango’s famous market and discover Flores. See Maya traditions, stunning landscapes, and iconic sites, from volcanoes to jungle ruins.

• Tour Antigua and visit churches
• Attend Comalapa Market
• Explore volcanic Lake Atitlan
• Visit a local plantation

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from $1,960

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Costa Rica & Panama

Puerto Caldera Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper

Starts / Ends

Puerto Caldera / Puerto Caldera

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the Star Clipper through Costa Rica and Panama, exploring lush rainforests, pristine beaches, and vibrant marine life. Highlights include Manuel Antonio, Coiba Island, and Isla Tortuga’s turquoise waters.

• Discover Quepos's authentic charm
• Experience Golfito's allure
• Swim Bahia Potrero's calm waters
• Marvel at Arenal's majestic volcano

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from $1,930

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Costa Rica to Panama

Puerto Caldera - Balboa - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper

Starts / Ends

Puerto Caldera / Balboa

Activities

Rainforest Exploration, Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the Star Clipper, starting in Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica. Explore stunning beaches, vibrant marine parks, and rich history before concluding your adventure in Balboa, Panama.

• Explore Puerto Caldera’s coast
• Relax on Isla Tortuga’s beaches
• Experience Golfito’s rich history
• Snorkel in Golfo de Chiriqui’s

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from $3,788

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Discover Nicaragua

Costa Rica - León, Nicaragua - 11 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Liberia / Managua

Activity Level

Easy Active

Discover the highlights of Nicaragua on this 11-day tour, hike, and kayak from one end of the country to the other. This tour incorporates history and adventure while traveling through both the urban and rural areas of this beautiful country, all from the comfort of the best hotels and lodges in the area.

• Explore Ometepe
• Visit the ruins of Old León
• See San Juan de Oriente pottery
• Sandboard Cerro Negro Volcano
• Discover Charco Verde lagoon
• Visit El Castillo, Río San Juan
• Hike Indio Maíz Biosphere Reserv
• Visit Granada

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from $3,323

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Nicaragua Wildlife and Nature

10 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Managua / Managua

Activity Level

Easy Active

Travel through Nicaragua on this 10-day tour, focusing on the exotic animal life. Visit research centers and nature reserves along the way to learn about the history and biodiversity of the region, while you hike up volcanoes and paddle through the jungle areas, where you will see rare species of monkeys, birds, jaguars, tapir, caiman, and manatees.

• Search for wildlife while hiking
• Summit Mombacho Volcano
• Explore Granada with your guide
• Tour through tropical wetlands
• Birdwatching in Montibelli
• Visit Masaya Volcano National Park
• Visit historic town of El Castillo
• Hike in Indio Maiz Biosphere Reserv

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from $7,461

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Costa Rica and the Panama Canal

Eastbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest

Activities

Hiking, Horseback Riding, Land & Sea Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Discover Costa Rica & Panama on this wonderful 8-day expedition cruise aboard the National Geographic Quest. Venture into remote wilderness and hike among monkeys, sloths, and tropical birds, explore idyllic islands, snorkel over a vibrant coral reef, and take an expedition landing craft cruise through mangroves.

• Observe animals in their habitat
• Kayak through magical mangroves
• Transit the historical Panama Canal
• Explore Gulf of Panama beaches

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from $3,798

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Highland Maya Markets

14 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

This two-week exploration of Guatemala from Antigua will acquaint you with the sights and cultural heritage of the country, including visits to volcanic Lake Atitland & its surrounding villages, a number of indigenous craft markets, sustainable coffee plantations, and a number of opportunities to kayak, bike, and zip-line.

• Visit a women's textile cooperative
• Tour sustainable coffee farms
• Peruse Comalapa Market
• Explore Lake Atitlan by kayak

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from $2,378

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Sirenian Bay Resort Fun in the Sun Adventure

5 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Belize City / Belize City

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Kayaking, Fishing, Snorkeling, Ziplining, Archaeological Site Visits, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Scuba Diving

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover this 5-Day Sirenian Bay Resort and Villas Fun in the Sun Adventure Tour in Belize, a luxurious and secluded paradise nestled on the shores of the Caribbean Sea. Explore the underwater world, discover a diverse wildlife sanctuary, enjoy a relaxing day at the resort's private beach and infinity pool, and soak up the sun and sea breeze.

• Stay in an exclusive resort
• Explore the ancient Mayan city
• See wildlife in Monkey River
• Snorkel in Silk and Moho Cayes

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from $1,390

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Dia de Los Muertos Kite Festival

7 Day Itinerary

Activities

Festival Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

Spend a week in Guatemala leading up to the Dia de Los Muertos Kite Festival. You'll visit Comalapa Market and Panajachel then spend a day exploring the villages around Lake Atitlan. Return to colonial Antigua to learn about the history of the Kite Festival and experience the main highlights of Guatemala, all in one vacation!

• Wander through a bustling market
• Visit a women's textile cooperative
• Tour the city of Antigua
• Celebrate Dia de los Muertos

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from $589

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Totonicapan Home Stay

2 Day Itinerary

Activities

Homestays

Activity Level

Relaxed

On this 2-day Guatemala extension tour from Guatemala City, join the Totonicapan community for an evening of traditional dance, music, costume and craft, as they welcome you into their home for the evening to experience authentic Guatemalan life; you will also join a costume & craft workshop and hone your bartering skills at the San Francisco Market.

• Attend a costume and craft workshop
• Enjoy time with your host family
• Visit San Francisco Market

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from $6,150

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Premium Mexico in Depth

Mexico Small Group Tour - 15 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Mexico City / Tulum

Activities

Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Easy Active

This Premium Mexico Tour takes you on a 15-day journey through the bustling city of Mexico City to the idyllic beach resort of Tulum. Get to know Mexico City on a tour with your guide, see the beautiful ruins of Teotihuacan, Cholula, Mitla, Chichen Itza, and Muyil, and discover the Tulum archaeological site during an exclusive after-hours visit.

• Visit the vibrant Mexico City
• Tour Teotihuacan ruins
• Visit Oaxaca archaeological site
• Explore Celestun Bird Sanctuary
• Enjoy the resort town of Tulum

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from $2,920

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Premium Mexico Yucatan Highlights

Mexico Small Group Tour - 8 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Playa del Carmen / Tulum

Activities

Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Easy Active

Join on this 8-day Premium Mexico Yucatan adventure, from the beautiful coastline of Playa del Carmen to the colorful city of Valladolid, the colonial town of Merida, and the white sand beaches of Tulum. Learn the ancient secrets of the Maya during visits to Chichen Itza, Muyil, and the Tulum archaeological site, and travel with a local guide, meet local families, conservationists, and historians to uncover a side of the country most don’t get to see

• Visit Chichen Itza, Muyil, & Tulum
• Experience local life in community
• Enjoy in a old-world charm hotel
• Explore Tulum archaeological site
• Meet with a local conservationist

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