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Mayan Sun

17 days Cancún to Antigua, Guatemala

Trip Code: MSC

Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Caye Caulker, San Ignacio, Flores, Tikal, Rio Dulce, Antigua, Panajachel, Lake Atitlan, Chichicastenango.

Find your paradise somewhere between the blazing Yucatán sun and the cool Guatemalan highlands on this 17-day odyssey. Hike active volcanoes, explore ancient ruins in remote jungle or snorkel with nurse sharks in the blue-green waters of the Caribbean. This tour has something for every type of adventurer.

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Day 1 Arrive Cancún
Arrive in Cancún at any time.
Day 2-3 Playa del Carmen
Head south to the beach town of Playa del Carmen. This once sleepy village has quickly become a destination among sun worshippers worldwide. Take a ferry to the nearby diving mecca of Cozumel or a short trip down the coast to the Mayan beachside ruins of Tulúm.
Day 4-5 Caye Caulker
Travel south along the coast and catch a boat to Belize’s Caye Caulker. An ideal spot to chill and enjoy the easy-going Caribbean vibe in a beachside bar, Caye Caulker also offers the chance to snorkel with stingrays and nurse sharks at the Hol Chan Marine Reserve.
Day 6-7 San Ignacio
From the town of San Ignacio, there are opportunities abound for exploring Belize’s little known inland scenic beauty. Choose to explore the area by foot, canoe or horse, take a caving trip, or visit the Mountain Pine Ridge area and swim in its inviting pools and rivers.
Day 8-9 Flores, Guatemala
Soak up the laid-back attitude of Flores, on Lake Petén Itzá, before an optional visit to incredible Tikal, one of the largest ruins in the Mayan world.
Day 10-11 Río Dulce
Meaning “sweet river” in Spanish, dense jungle surrounds Río Dulce, on the shore of Lake Izabal. Take a lancha down this beautiful river, stopping for a dip in the hot springs on the way to the Garifuna town of Livingston where you will get a taste of Caribbean culture.
Day 12 Antigua
Once the seat of the Spanish colonial government, Antigua was the most important city in all of Central America. Explore this UNESCO-designated World Heritage Site.
Day 13-14 Chichicastenango/ Panajachel/ Lake Atitlán
Of course, a visit to Guatemala would not be complete without the chance to visit to the famous market of Chichicastenango. We travel to the shores of Guatemala’s Lake Atitlán. Volcanoes and small indigenous villages surround this pristine lake, truly one of the most beautiful spots in Central America.
Day 15-16 Antigua
Climb still-smoking Pacaya Volcano, take a bike tour through the surrounding towns and coffee plantations, or simply enjoy the cafes, shopping, and wandering along the beautiful colonial streets.
Day 17 Depart Antigua
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