Belize & Guatemala Family Multi-Adventure Tour
7 days
6 nights
Activity Levels 1-2
Premiere Hotels
Belize & Guatemala Family Multi-Adventure Tour
7 days
6 nights
Activity Levels 1-2
Premiere Hotels
2025: Dec2026: Dec2027: Feb
Maya Temples to the Caribbean
Belize and Guatemala will enchant you. From Maya temples to jungle trails to coral-spangled seashores, this tropical two-country adventure is packed with some of Central America’s greatest hits.
Highlights
- Bike and hike through unique rural landscapes, like Guatemala’s Lake Petén Itzá, and unspoiled wild ones in Belize’s forest reserves
- Marvel at crumbling pyramids and causeways in Tikal National Park, considered by many to contain the most spectacular Maya ruins in existence
- Check out ancient ceremonial caves and explore Central America’s fascinating underground world with headlamps and local guides
- Snorkel and float above the world's second-largest barrier reef, where tropical fish and sea life flourish
- Dine on delicious Caribbean specialties like conch fritters, fry jacks and fresh spiny lobster
StartFlores
EndPlacencia
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-2
Discover the delights of Flores, a charming island city in Guatemala's Lake Petén Itzá • Bike along the picturesque lakeshore through an ancient land once ruled by the Maya • Settle in at our boutique rain forest hideaway • Make your own tortillas with a local family who invites us into the kitchen before serving us lunch.
Nights 1-2
This oasis on the shore of Lake Petén is jam-packed with enchanting and inviting spaces, from airy hillside terraces to jungle nooks and waterside lounging spots. (pool, spa)
Days 3-4
Pedal amid a tropical jungle landscape to Tikal National Park, a World Heritage site • Discover Maya pyramids tucked within the dense forest alongside parrots and howler monkeys • Hop across the border to Belize and our next rain forest retreat • At Sleeping Giant Ceremonial Cave, explore the caverns once used as ancient Maya ritual sites • Book an optional horseback-riding adventure with the hotel, walk the nearby trails or just kick back and unwind by the pool.
Nights 3-4
Hammocks, hot tubs and a mountainous rain forest setting are among the many features of this refined and airy lodge. (pool)
Days 5-7
Zip-lining is the perfect way to get a monkey’s-eye view from the jungle canopy • Taste and learn about Maya chocolate • Grab a paddle and explore the mangroves of the Placencia Lagoon by kayak • Devote the morning to warm water and unusual marine life during a snorkeling excursion on the Belize Barrier Reef, the longest coral reef outside Australia • Enjoy a beachfront barbecue while listening to Garifuna drumming • Stretch out in a morning yoga class.
Nights 5-6
Stretched across 19 acres of pristine beachfront property, this luxuriously minimalist resort has all the makings of a tropical oasis. (pool, spa)
What's Included
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We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
This trip includes one day of longer shuttle time from Guatemala to Belize, with an international border crossing. Even with the expert facilitation of your Backroads Trip Leaders, border crossings can take time. While patience and a sense of humor are never out of place at international customs, we'll minimize the obstacles and make this border crossing just another stop on the adventure.
Hotels
World-Class Hotels
Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Nights 1-2
Premiere Hotel
This oasis on the shore of Lake Petén is jam-packed with enchanting and inviting spaces, from airy hillside terraces to jungle nooks and waterside lounging spots. (pool, spa)
Nights 3-4
Premiere Hotel
Hammocks, hot tubs and a mountainous rain forest setting are among the many features of this refined and airy lodge. (pool)
Nights 5-6
Premiere Hotel
Stretched across 19 acres of pristine beachfront property, this luxuriously minimalist resort has all the makings of a tropical oasis. (pool, spa)
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
Included in your trip price
- Suited for a wide range of cyclists
- Comfortable ergonomic seat
- Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
- Upright handlebars only
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
Click on dates for pricing, itinerary variations (if any) and to book your trip. Price is per person, double occupancy in USD.
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