Central America Cultural Tours

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Costa Rica & Panama Canal

San Jose - Panama - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

• Discover San Jose city sights
• Visit Curu National Wildlife Refuge
• Hike Rio Claro Wildlife Refuge
• Explore Golfo Dulce waters

Starts / Ends

San Jose / Colon

Activities

Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Photography Seminars, Scuba Diving

Activity Level

Variable

Experience a 12-day cruise on the Greg Mortimer, exploring Costa Rica's wildlife and Panama's stunning landscapes, including national parks and rich cultural sites. Enjoy activities like snorkeling and kayaking, culminating in a daylight Panama Canal crossing.

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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

Starts / Ends

Hotel Pacuare / Quepos

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Rainforest Exploration, Camping, Homestays

Activity Level

Challenging

Join this 11-day hike along El Camino de Costa Rica, from the Caribbean Sea to the Pacific Ocean. Trek through jungle trails and steep mountains, engage with indigenous communities and local wildlife, navigate river crossings, and relax in thermal springs. This trip uniquely highlights Costa Rica's diverse landscapes and rich cultural experiences.

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from $4,520

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Best of Mexico

Mexico Small Group Tour - 15 Day Itinerary

• See Mexico's Metropolitan Cathedral
• Discover Teotihuacan ruins
• Visit Oaxaca archaeological site
• Relax in Playa del Carmen resort

Starts / Ends

Mexico City / Playa del Carmen

Activities

Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Easy Active

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.

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from $2,791

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Oaxaca Traditions

7 Day Itinerary

• Explore Oaxaca City with your guide
• Learn traditional weaving practices
• Shop for and cook a Oaxaca meal
• Visit artisan villages

Activity Level

Relaxed

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.

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from $1,268

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Living Maya Experience

6 Day Itinerary

• Make a traditional Belizean lunch
• Take a Garifuna drumming class
• Visit Mayan House
• Kayak, swim, zipline and hike

Activities

Ziplining

Activity Level

Relaxed

Enjoy authentic Belize adventure combined with culinary experiences. Explore the jungle in Rio Grande National Park and become acquainted with Maya culture through crafts, music, and visits to nearby villages. Make your introduction to the flavors of Belize by preparing authentic Belizean dishes under the tutelage of local masters.

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from $1,012

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Jade Jungle Retreat

4 Day Itinerary

• Explore ancient Maya ruins
• Enjoy yoga sessions
• Wander the lower trails
• Embrace Ecotourism in Belize

Starts / Ends

Jade Jungle Resort (Formerly Pook's Hill) / Jade Jungle Resort (Formerly Pook's Hill)

Activities

Cooking Classes, Adventure Options, Spa Relaxation, Wilderness Lodge Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Enjoy your time at Jade JungleResort with activities like jungle hikes, yoga, and exploring vibrant trails. Relax at your own pace, surrounded by nature's beauty. Discover more about the excursions at Jade Jungle Resort.

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from $278

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Embera Drua Community Visit

1 Day Itinerary

• Discover traditional music & dance
• Try traditional body painting

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience native Panamanian culture deep in the Chagres rainforest. Visit with the people of the Embera Dura community and hike through the jungle with your guide.

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from $139

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Las Tinajas Folklore Dinner Show

½ Day Itinerary

• Sample Panamanian fare
• Enjoy a telling of Panama folklore

Activity Level

Relaxed

Enjoy dinner and a show with this evening event full of the sights and smells of Panamanian tradition.

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from $7,461

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Costa Rica and the Panama Canal

San Jose - Panama - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest

• Observe animals in their habitat
• Kayak through magical mangroves
• Transit the historical Panama Canal
• Explore Gulf of Panama beaches

Activity Level

Variable

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.

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from $3,175

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Luxury Belize Explorer

7 Day Itinerary

• Explore Mayan ruins
• Experience luxury
• Snorkel and relax
• Customize your tour

Starts / Ends

Ka'ana Resort / Ka'ana Resort

Activities

Horseback Riding

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience Belize's rich Mayan history and beautiful beaches on this luxurious 7-day tour. Choose to explore the fascinating caves at Actun Tunichil Muknal and other iconic Mayan ruins. Relax along Belize's white sand beaches and snorkel in pristine blue waters.

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from $6,810

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Panama and Colombia: Exploring the Caribbean Coast

8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest

• Transit the Panama Canal
• Meet Indigenous people of Guna Yala
• Look for unique tropical wildlife
• See colonial architecture

Starts / Ends

Panama City / Cartagena

Activities

Kayaking

Activity Level

Variable

Discover an astonishing trove of natural and cultural treasures as you navigate the Caribbean coasts of Panama and Colombia on this 8-day cruise aboard the National Geographic Quest. Sail from Panama City to Cartagena, with stops in Portobelo, Guna Yala, Archipelago, and more.

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from $4,840

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Natural Sanctuaries & Heritage of the Caribbean

Willemstad - Colon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain

• See sites in Cartagena & Willemstad
• Explore Santa Marta & Sierra Nevada
• Discover San Blas Islands' beaches
• Visit and explore Fort San Lorenzo
• Witness wildlife and ecosystems

Starts / Ends

Willemstad / Colon

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Snorkeling, Hiking

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the Caribbean on this 8-day Natural Sanctuaries & Heritage of the Caribbean cruise from Willemstad to Colon aboard the Le Champlain. Walk through UNESCO-listed cities, snorkel in the San Blas Islands, and meet the Kuna people. Visit Santa Marta’s mountains and the Fort San Lorenzo in Panama. Discover coral reefs, mangroves, and wildlife.

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from $4,350

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Panama to Antigua

15 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper

• Explore Balboa’s colonial charm
• Transit Panama’s iconic canal
• Discover San Blas culture
• Enjoy Aruba’s clear waters

Starts / Ends

Balboa / St. John's

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 15-day Royal Clipper cruise from Balboa, Panama, featuring a full Panama Canal transit and visits to the San Blas Islands, Cartagena, and the Caribbean gems of Aruba, Curacao, and Bonaire. Experience lush Grenada and volcanic St. Lucia, and finish your journey in Antigua, all while enjoying elegant sailing and stunning island views.

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from $4,240

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Barbados to Panama

Bridgetown - Balboa - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper

• Explore Bridgetown’s heritage
• Discover St. George’s coastal views
• Admire Kralendijk’s marine life
• Wander Willemstad’s streets

Starts / Ends

Bridgetown / Balboa

Activities

Local Market Visits, Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 15-day cruise with Star Clipper from Bridgetown, Barbados, exploring the Caribbean’s rich culture and history, ending in Balboa, Panama. Visit stunning destinations like Tobago Cays, Grenada, and the San Blas Islands, and experience the Panama Canal.

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from $3,140

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Taste of Puebla

4 Day Itinerary

• Take a hands on cooking class
• Enjoy meals at local restaurants
• Visit Cholula's Aztec temple

Activity Level

Relaxed

On this 4-day Mexico extension tour, learn to prepare Puebla's best delicacies and enjoy the fruits of your labor. You will tour local historical sites between meals on this culinary focused tour, including the ancient Aztec Great Pyramidal temple in Cholula.

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from $8,490

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Panama, Colombia & Caribbean Islands

Colon to Fort-de-France - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain

• Sail through the Central America.
• See San Blas, Bonaire & Grenadines
• Experience swim and snorkel.
• Learn traditions of the Kuna people
• Dive with an experienced instructor

Starts / Ends

Colon / Fort de France

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Join Le Bellot for an exceptional 13-day cruise sailing from Colón to Fort-de-France. This itinerary gives you the opportunity to appreciate the richness and diversity of Afro-Caribbean cultures, an azure blue sky, and white-sand beaches. Visit stunning ports, including Portobelo, Cartagena, Santa Marta, Mayreau Island, and Soufriére.

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from $2,809

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Chiapas Maya Heartland

7 Day Itinerary

• Visit a potters village
• Walk through impressive Maya Ruins
• Learn about the Olmec people
• Swim at the Mishol-Ha Waterfall

Activity Level

Relaxed

Embark on a seven day journey through the Maya Heartland in Chiapas, Mexico. Here you will learn about the traditions and beliefs of this ancient culture from modern day Maya cultural groups. Tour the Tonina & Palenque Maya ruins and visit Mishol-Ha Waterfall and Parque-Museo La Venta, en route from Tuxtla Gutierrez to Villahermosa.

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