25 days tour

Central American Explorer (16 Destinations)

This tour includes:

Guide

Tour Leaders are quite simply the glue that holds our tours together. They are chosen for their travel experience and people skills and are thoroughly trained by Explore, widely acknowledged as some of the best training in the industry. A Tour Leader's ultimate aim is to ensure everyone is well looked after and have a fantastic trip. They are there to ensure that the tour logistics run smoothly, that health and safety is adhered to and provide comprehensive briefings at the beginning and throughout the tour.

Meals

A key facet of our responsible approach to tourism is that we encourage our groups to eat in local restaurants that prepare locally grown food. We give customers choice as to their meals and do not use rather bland and impersonal hotel restaurants or all- inclusive options 17 Breakfasts

Others

All accommodation, activities and meals that are shown in the itinerary are included in the total cost of your trip You will also receive a complimentary transfer to and from the airport if you arrive on day 1 of the trip and depart on the last day and have provided your international flight information.

Transport

Bus, Ferry, Flight

Accommodation

21 nights standard hotel 3 nights premium hotel

Optional

The following excursions and/or activities are usually available and may be arranged locally. Estimated costs are provided below for guidance only, are on a per person basis unless shown otherwise, and may depend on the number of participants. Prices quoted are correct as of the date these tour notes were originally issued but may change at any time due to currency fluctuations. Please note: These activities are booked and paid for direct with the supplier and do not form part of your Explore holiday contract. Panama City tour US$10 Boquete - Walking tour in the rainforest US$25; Bird watching US$35; Coffee tour US$20 Bocas del Toro - Full day snorkel excursion US$25 Sarapiqui - River boat trip US$23 Arenal - Hotspring US$65 (with dinner); US$15 Las Termalitas. Monteverde - Butterfly Gardens US$15, Reptile and Amphibian Centre US$15, Nightwalk US$25, Hanging bridges US$35, Zipwire Canopy US$45. Rincon De La Vieja - Horse riding US$ 45 Ometepe - Guided tour US$ 25, Volcano Maderas / or Concepcion walk US$ 35 (min. 2 persons). Leon - Las Penitas and Juan Venado Reserve US$ 45; Iguana farm US$ 25; Cerro Negro Hike US$ 30 Granada - Boat to Las Isletas US$ 25 based on 4 sharing, Mombacho Cloud Forest Canopy Tour US$ 55.00 based on 4 sharing, Kayak US$ 25 Roatan - Diving US$ 30 one tank, Snorkel - US$15, Glass bottom - US$25 Copan - Visit to Hot Springs US$ 35, Macaw Mountain US$ 10 +US$5 tpt Antigua - All prices depending on numbers - minimum 3 Lake Atitlan inc. boat trip US$80-23; Guatemala City US$ 90-30; Pacaya volcano US$65 (based on 5) and US$39 (based on 15) ; Chichicastenango US$ 38-40 (min 5 people) ; Jade workshop US$48; Day trip to Tikal US$350 (inc guide and lunch) - subject to availability - please book with your Tour Leader on arrival

Not included:

Others

Any visa costs, spending money and tips are not included in the trip price. You can also book extra nightsโ€™ accommodation at the beginning and end of the trip and the cost of this accommodation along with any transfers would be quoted separately.

Flights

International flights not included in the tour cost

Insurance

Travel Insurance is not included

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Itinerary of your trip Central American Explorer (16 Destinations)

  • Day 1 Day 1: Join Tour In Panama City (Panama)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Join Tour In Panama City (Panama)

      Join trip in Panama City, Panama's eclectic capital and a curious mixture of old colonial Spanish architecture and modern American city buildings. Built on the back of the trade and plunder from the Spanish colonies in South America, Panama City was a key trade route as gold and silver were transported by mule through the rainforest of the Darien region, up to the Caribbean. Due to the number of evening flights into Panama City, your Leader plans to do the welcome meeting on the morning of day two, and will leave a message in reception with details on timings and everything else that you'll need for the day. There are no activities planned today, so you are free to arrive in Panama City at any time. If you would like an airport transfer today, you'll need to arrive into Tocumen International Airport (airport code: PTY), approximately a 45 minute drive away from our hotel. If your flight arrives earlier in the day, we recommend a visiting 'Casco Viejo', the heart of the colonial town. Its ramparts were built to fend off marauders, and from the top you have excellent views of the 'Bridge of the Americas'.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Panama Canal Visit; Afternoon Free To Explore The City
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Panama Canal Visit; Afternoon Free To Explore The City

      This morning we will visit the Miraflores Locks to see the famous Panama Canal and appreciate the scale of this engineering miracle. Running 50 miles, the canal was carved out of the rainforest and through hillsides, lakes were dammed and locks built. After a serious French attempt costing in excess of 20,000 lives, the US successfully completed this remarkable endeavour after 10 years of toil in 1914. This afternoon has been left free for you to indulge in a little exploring of your own. 'Casco Viejo', full of Spanish plazas and colonial buildings, is a total contrast to the giant skyscrapers of the modern town and a great place to absorb the ambiance of the city.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Public Bus To David Then Head To Boquete
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Public Bus To David Then Head To Boquete

      This morning we take a public bus to Panama's beautiful southwest Chiriqui Province. This region is home to the Volcan Baru, a volcanic peak that at 3475m is the highest point in the country. The volcanic soil makes this a productive region, abundant in coffee and banana plantations, sugarcane crops and livestock. Heading for the provincial capital of David, we transfer into the cool fertile highlands to the town of Boquete. Located amidst a spectacular natural setting Boquete is a perfect base for walking into the surrounding hills, relaxing, or bird watching.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 16 / Max: 85

Age range allowed for this experience.

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