Central America & Mexico Trips with Village Visits

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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

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

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Colon / Puntarenas

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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.

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from $2,806

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Costa Rica Highlights

6 Day Itinerary

• Skytram and Skytrek Tour
• Navigate class III rapids tubing
• Relax on the beaches of Costa Rica
• Riding at Hacienda Guachipelin

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Arenal / Liberia

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Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore western Costa Rica's highlights during this 6-day vacation. Glide through the Arenal Rainforest Reserve on the Skytram and Skytrek Tour. Experience Rincon de la Vieja with the Adventure Pass at Hacienda Guachipelin, then unwind at Playa Panamá. Explore Tamarindo's marine wonders with a kayaking and snorkeling tour.

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from $1,604

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Classic Guatemala Explorer

8 Day Itinerary

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

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Guatemala City / Guatemala City

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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.

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from $2,574

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Guatemala Discovery

11 Day Itinerary

• Explore the streets of Antigua
• Take a boat on Lake Atitlán
• Visit Tz'utuhil Maya villages
• Shop Chichicastenango Market
• Swim in the Semuc Champey pools
• Tour Cobán coffee and orchids

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Antigua / Guatemala City

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Easy Active

Explore Guatemala’s highlands, lakes, markets, and Caribbean coast on this 11-day adventure. Walk colonial Antigua, boat across Lake Atitlán, browse Chichicastenango Market, experience Garifuna culture in Livingston, cruise the Rio Dulce, and discover the turquoise pools of Semuc Champey before ending in Guatemala City.

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from $5,178

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El Camino Tropical Trail: Caribbean to Pacific

11 Day Itinerary

• Hike through forests and mountains
• Explore Pacuare Reserve
• Spot diverse wildlife
• Enjoy authentic local cuisine

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Hotel Pacuare / Quepos

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Rainforest Exploration, Homestays

Activity Level

Challenging

Join the El Camino Tropical Trail 11-day adventure, a Costa Rica coast-to-coast hiking tour from the Caribbean to the Pacific. Enjoy authentic cultural immersion in Costa Rica through homestays, local meals, and small village life while experiencing diverse rainforests, mountains, and beaches.

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from $2,805

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Maya Multisport

11 Day Itinerary

• View glowing lava at Pacaya Volcano
• Explore the Maya ruins of El Zotz
• Kayak past villages on Lake Atitlan
• Explore Panajachel at your leisure

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Antigua / Guatemala City

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Biking

Activity Level

Moderate

Experience Guatemala’s diverse landscapes on an 11-day journey. Bike through Antigua’s forested trails, hike Pacaya Volcano, explore the ruins of Tikal, zipline over Lake Atitlán, and kayak its tranquil waters. Discover ancient history and thrilling outdoor adventures.

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from $1,888

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Semuc Champey and Rio Dulce

5 Day Itinerary

• Visit Maya archaeological sites
• Explore limestone caves
• Discover a natural limestone bridge

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Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Easy Active

Extend your stay in Guatemala with this 5-day extension tour! Explore Maya ruins & natural limestone caves, and learn about the local traditions and culture. Each day features a new adventure, including the Rio Dulce and the village markets, hiking Lanquin Caves, and discovering Choban and Semuc Champey.

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from $1,930

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Encounter Panama

7 Day Itinerary

• Explore El Valle's forested trails
• Transit through the Panama Canal
• Enjoy the Gamboa Rainforest Resort
• Visit the Embera community

Activity Level

Relaxed

Begin your Panama journey at the manmade marvel, the Panama Canal, and continue your travels into the region's tropical forests, visiting an indigenous community in Chagres National Park and exploring the ecology of Barro Colorado Island. This is a great introductory tour of Panama!

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from $6,150

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The Panama Canal, Pearl Islands and Darien Jungle

Southbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest

• Transit the Panama Canal
• Explore Darien Jungle
• Visit Portobelo Forts
• Snorkel Pearl Islands

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Panama City / Balboa

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Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Urban Exploration

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Variable

Embark on an 8-day Panama Canal cruise to the Pearl Islands and Darien Jungle aboard the National Geographic Quest. Transit the legendary Panama Canal, meet the Emberá people in Playa Muerto, spot wildlife in Punta Patiño, and snorkel the clear waters of the Pearl Islands, including Isla del Rey and Isla Pacheca.

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from $3,500

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Glamping the Seas and Sierras of Baja

8 Day Itinerary

• Explore diverse Sierra de la Laguna
• Swim with sea lions & colorful fish
• Experience rancho culture
• Discover and be awed by Baja

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La Paz / La Paz

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Wilderness Lodge Exploration

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Relaxed

On this 8-day tour, explore the Sierra La Laguna Biosphere Reserve, La Paz, and Espiritu Santo Island. Admire the marine life on Isla Espiritu Santo, stay in a luxury tent camp in the Sierra, and experience the rancho culture of Baja. Visit La Paz with its world-class beaches, waterfront Malecón, and abundant fresh seafood.

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from $7,500

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Costa Rica Unbound

Golfito to Quepos - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Kontiki Wayra

• Visit a private beach in Los Mogos
• Spot wide variety of wildlife
• See coral reefs in Puerto Jimenez
• Take a thrilling whitewater rafting
• Enjoy snorkeling in Biesanz Beach

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Golfito / Quepos

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Scuba Diving

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Variable

Embark on an 8-day luxury cruise aboard M/Y Kontiki Wayra, exploring Costa Rica's breathtaking Pacific coast. Sail through Golfito, Los Mogos, Punta Adela, Caño Island, Puerto Jiménez, and Corcovado National Park before arriving at Quepos. Experience stunning landscapes, vibrant marine life, pristine beaches, and gourmet dining aboard this exquisite yacht.

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from $3,900

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Baja Adventure & Mobula Migration

7 Day Itinerary

• Spot the huge groups of mobulas
• Enjoy marine activities
• Experience unique scenery in Baja
• Kayak Isla San José’s coastlin

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San Jose del Cabo / La Paz

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Fishing, Camping, Whale Watching, Cooking Classes

Activity Level

Easy Active

Experience Baja California Sur on this 7-day adventure. Stay at Camp Cuevas on Isla San José, snorkel with sea lions, kayak remote shores, explore turtle-filled mangroves, and witness the mobula ray migration. Guided by local conservationists, discover wildlife encounters and stunning seascapes across the Sea of Cortez.

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from $10,170

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Secrets of Central America

Colón - Puntarenas - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain

• Discover National Parks
• Sail through the Panama Canal
• Encounter with Emberas tribe
• Visit San Blas archipelago

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Colon / Puntarenas

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Variable

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.

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from $4,200

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Pura Vida Express

Golfito to Drake Bay - 5 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Kontiki Wayra

• Visit a private beach in Los Mogos
• See coral reefs in Puerto Jimenez
• Enjoy water activities
• Spot wide variety of wildlife

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Golfito / Drake Bay

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Whitewater Rafting, Small Ship Sailing

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Variable

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.

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from $3,813

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Discover Nicaragua

Costa Rica - León, Nicaragua - 11 Day Itinerary

• 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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Liberia / Managua

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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.

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from $3,335

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Nicaragua Wildlife and Nature

10 Day Itinerary

• 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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Managua / Managua

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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.

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from $3,327

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Sirenian Bay Ocean Adventure

7 Day Itinerary

• Enjoy the outdoor activities
• See wildlife in Monkey River
• Explore Maya temples in Belize
• Snorkel in Silk and Moho Cayes

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Belize City / Belize City

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Ziplining, Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 7-day Sirenian Bay Resort and Villas Ocean Adventure Tour in Belize is an exhilarating and unforgettable experience that immerses you in the breathtaking beauty of Belize's coastal wonders. Explore the magical underwater world of the Barrier Reef, the incredible flora and fauna of the rainforest, and enjoy the beach and Caribbean Sea.

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from $4,304

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Oaxaca Hike and Bike

8 Day Itinerary

• Trek the Sierra Norte Mountains
• Bike back roads through Oaxaca
• Visit artisan villages
• Explore the ruins at Mitla

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Moderate

Hike and bike through Oaxaca, Mexico, on this 8-day journey, all while exploring the ancient ruins of Mitla, local artisan villages, and the Sierra Norte Mountains of the Oaxaca region. You'll get acquainted with local Zapotec communities that will teach you the age-old techniques of the folk arts of pottery and weaving.

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