Top Central America & Mexico Trips & Tours in January 2026

Join this 11-day Secrets of Central America cruise and explore Panama and Costa Rica, starting at San Lorenzo’s Fort and traveling from the Atlantic to the Pacific. Visit the San Blas Islands, the Pearl Islands, Darien National Park, and cross the Panama Canal. Meet local communities, and discover the biodiversity of Rio Esquinas and Curú Nature Reserve.

Discover Mexico's hidden gems, from fiery Mexico City to the Caribbean resort of Playa del Carmen. Visit the Chichen Itza ruins and indigenous towns near San Cristobal de las Casas to learn about Maya history and culture. Take part in a cooking class and sample some of the best local cuisine.

Discover Guatemala on a 12-day cultural adventure through its ancient sites, colorful villages, and volcanic landscapes. Visit Tak’alik Ab’aj, Zunil, San Juan La Laguna, Mixco Viejo, Antigua, Tayasal and Tikal. Meet local communities, enjoy cultural encounters, and uncover stories behind ancient ruins.

Discover the stunning Pacific coast of Costa Rica with a 5-day luxury cruise onboard M/Y Kontiki Wayra. Sail through Golfito, Los Mogos, Puerto Jiménez, Punta Adela, and Corcovado National Park. Experience the breathtaking scenery, abundant marine life, and pristine beaches.

Travel through Guatemala on a 14-day Guatemala backroads adventure. Explore Maya sites, lush rainforests, mountain villages, and Lake Atitlán’s traditions. Meet locals, visit markets, and uncover the country’s vibrant culture and natural beauty along the scenic backroads.

Get ready for an 12-day journey to explore two of Belize's coral atolls. Start with three nights at Glover’s Reef Basecamp on Southwest Caye, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy three nights at Bocawina Rainforest Resort in Mayflower Bocawina National Park for inland adventures. Then, visit Lighthouse Reef Atoll, another UNESCO site, for three nights on Half Moon Caye, where you can sea kayak, snorkel, and observe nesting colonies of red-footed boobies and magnificent frigate birds.

Spend your time at Chabil Mar Resort as you please. Choose from a menu of activities such as snorkeling, exploring Mayan ruins, searching for local wildlife, and visiting a local Jaguar Nature Reserve. Enjoy your vacation in Belize at your own pace!

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Belize's coastal wonders with this 6-day Blu Zen Resort Tour, an exciting and unforgettable experience. Enjoy a day at the beach and take in the Caribbean Sea or discover the amazing flora and fauna of the rainforest and the enchanted underwater world of the Barrier Reef

Explore Belize on a 7-day journey through rainforest and reef. Trek to Caracol ruins, swim in Rio On Pools, and enter the sacred ATM caves. Stay in safari-style tents on Half Moon Caye and snorkel the coral reefs of Lighthouse Reef Atoll, one of the most remote and biodiverse areas in the Caribbean.

This 7-day Mexico tour explores the rich culture, history, and cuisine of Oaxaca. From Oaxaca City, visit local artisan villages, the Zapotek ruins, and authentic indigenous markets. Explore Mitla, the Tree of Tule, and Hierve el Agua, and visit workshops in a Zapotec village to learn traditional weaving practices.

Embark on a 9-day adventure across Costa Rica, driving to each destination. Explore Rincon de la Vieja's volcanoes and rivers, zipline through Arenal's rainforest, and relax on Central Pacific beaches. Discover artisan villages and experience Costa Rican culture, from wildlife encounters to thrilling outdoor activities.

Enjoy an authentic Belize adventure combined with cultural and culinary experiences. Explore the jungle in Rio Grande National Park and learn about the Maya culture through crafts, music, and visits to nearby villages. Discover the flavors of Belize by preparing authentic Belizean dishes along with local masters.

For travelers who want the convenience of pre-arranged lodging without the constraints of an all-inclusive package, Victoria House offers the perfect compromise! Choose from a selection of optional activities such as cave tubing, Maya ruins, and parasailing to fill your days.

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.

Explore Costa Rica's beaches and mountains on this active 8-day vacation. Hike Arenal Volcano, explore Monteverde’s cloud forests, soar through the rainforest canopy on a zipline, and relax in Rio Celeste’s turquoise waters. From La Fortuna to Tamarindo, enjoy the best of nature, adventure, and beaches with stays at top hotels.

Explore the Guatemala Highlands on a 10-day cultural tour through Antigua, Lake Atitlán, and highland markets. Visit traditional Maya villages, shop at handicraft markets, and stay with a local family. Walk historic towns, explore nature reserves, and experience authentic Guatemala with local artisans, weavers, and farmers.

This extraordinary 9-day luxury tour of Costa Rica takes you on a thrilling helicopter ride over Costa Rica's volcanoes, then to La Paz Waterfall, Arenal Volcano and hot springs, the rainforest canopy tram, and to Quepos and Manuel Antonio National Park, where you'll actively explore this rainforest paradise. This trip is like no other!

Explore Costa Rica's remote Corcovado National Park on this 9-day active hiking tour. Spend two days on the whitewater of the Pacuare River and hike in the jungle of Corcovado. One of the most biodiverse regions on the planet, you will spot countless birds, reptiles, and other rainforest wildlife. An active Costa Rica trip for the avid explorer.