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The " Centroamérica Viva " itinerary offers you an exceptional 18 days / 17 nights journey through the heart of Central America, where every border crossing unveils a new story. From the canals of modern Panama to the ancient Mayan ruins of Guatemala, this itinerary celebrates the natural, cultural, and human diversity of six fascinating countries: Panama, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Honduras, and Guatemala.
The program offers a comprehensive experience combining tropical landscapes, active volcanoes, Pacific beaches, volcanic lakes, and charming colonial towns filled with history. Each destination has been carefully chosen to showcase the very best of the region, featuring superior tourist-class accommodations, private transfers, and regional flights for maximum comfort and efficiency.
Guided by professional bilingual experts, travelers will enjoy a balanced journey of nature, culture, and tradition. Perfect for those seeking to explore Central America in depth—without rushing—backed by the reliability and experience of destination specialists.
Itineraries
Day 1
Panama City / Arrival:
- Arrival in Panama City. Private transfer to the hotel. Accommodation at selected hotel.
- Arrival assistance and free time to rest.
Day 2
Panama City / Canal & Casco Antiguo:
- Visit to the Panama Canal (locks) and walking tour of the Casco Antiguo. Transfer, guide and entrance fees included.
- Return to hotel and accommodation.
Day 3
Panama City / Emberá Community:
- Excursion to the Emberá Indigenous Reserve: river transfer, cultural encounter, traditional performance and typical lunch. Transfer, guide and entrances included.
- Transfer to airport for regional flight to Costa Rica.
Day 4
San José → La Fortuna (Arenal) / Transfer & Arenal:
- Arrival in San José and private transfer to La Fortuna. Accommodation at Arenal area hotel.
- Free time to enjoy thermal facilities (subject to hotel).
Day 5
Arenal / Arenal Volcano & La Fortuna Waterfall:
- Guided visit to Arenal Volcano and hike to La Fortuna Waterfall. Transfer, guide, entrances and lunch as per program.
- Return and accommodation.
Day 6
La Fortuna → Río Celeste (Tenorio National Park):
- Private transfer to Río Celeste. Guided visit to Tenorio Volcano National Park and Río Celeste waterfall. Transfer, guide and lunch included as per program. Accommodation in the area.
Day 7
Río Celeste → Peñas Blancas Border → Granada (Nicaragua):
- Private transfer to Peñas Blancas border and assistance with border crossing. Continue to Granada, arrival and accommodation. Panoramic city tour (horse-drawn carriage).
Day 8
Granada / Isletas, La Calzada and Masaya Market:
- Boat tour of the Lake Islets, walk along La Calzada and visits to artisan workshops. Evening visit to Masaya Volcano (subject to operation). Transfer, guide and entrances included.
Day 9
Granada → León (Nicaragua)
- Private transfer to León. Walking tour of the historic center and visit to León Cathedral. Accommodation in León.
Day 10
León → Regional flight → Suchitoto / San Salvador (El Salvador)
- Transfer to airport and regional flight to El Salvador. Transfer to Suchitoto with a short stop at San Salvador’s historic center. Accommodation in Suchitoto.
Day 11
Suchitoto → Joya de Cerén → Cerro Verde
- Visit to the archaeological site of Joya de Cerén and tour of Cerro Verde National Park. Entrances and transfers included. Accommodation in the area.
Day 12
Ruta de las Flores: Ataco and Santa Ana → Transfer to Copán (Honduras)
- Tour of Concepción de Ataco and panoramic stop in Santa Ana. Transfer to Copán Ruinas (Honduras) and accommodation.
Day 13
Copán / Archaeological site
- Guided visit to the Copán archaeological complex. Transfer, guide and entrances included. Accommodation.
Day 14
Copán → Río Dulce (Guatemala) / Quiriguá
- Transfer to the Guatemalan Caribbean region. En route visit to the archaeological site of Quiriguá. Arrival to Río Dulce / Livingston and accommodation.
Day 15
Río Dulce → Livingston → Transfer to Petén
- Boat trip along Río Dulce to Livingston, visit the Garífuna community and land transfer to Petén. Accommodation in the Petén area.
Day 16
Petén / Tikal → Flight to Guatemala City
- Full day excursion to Tikal National Park. Transfer, guide, entrances and lunch included. Transfer to the airport and flight to Guatemala City; reception and transfer to Antigua. Accommodation in Antigua.
Day 17
Antigua Guatemala / Historical tour
- Visit to Cerro de la Cruz and historical walking tour of Antigua: plazas, churches and main monuments. Transfer and guide included. Accommodation.
Day 18
Antigua → Transfer to airport / End of program
- Private transfer to La Aurora International Airport for return flight. End of services.
- Accommodation for 17 nights in carefully selected superior tourist-class hotels, chosen for their location, comfort, and service quality.
- Daily breakfast included at all hotels.
- Private or shared ground transfers between airports, hotels, and international borders as indicated in the itinerary.
- Regional flights between destinations when required, including checked luggage.
- Personalized assistance upon arrival and departure in each country.
- Excursions and guided visits mentioned in the itinerary, led by professional bilingual guides (Spanish and English).
- Entrance fees to national parks, natural reserves, museums, and archaeological sites as per the program.
- Comfortable air-conditioned tourist transportation throughout the trip.
- On-route assistance and customer service provided by Best of Costa Rica DMC and local partners.
- All hotel taxes and service charges included.
- Travel insurance and medical expenses.
- Drinks and meals not specified in the program.
- Gratuities for local staff (guides, drivers, hotel staff).
- Optional activities or services not specified in the itinerary.
- Airport taxes, visa fees or administrative charges not mentioned.
- Personal expenses and shopping.
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