Belize & Guatemala Family Multi-Adventure Tour
From $5,699 - $6,149 /person
+$900 internal air
7 days
6 nights
Activity Levels 2-3
Premiere Hotels
Belize & Guatemala Family Multi-Adventure Tour
7 days
6 nights
Activity Levels 2-3
Premiere Hotels
2023: Dec 2024: Mar-Apr, Dec 2025: Mar-Apr
Maya Temples to the Caribbean
Belize and Guatemala—talk about an immersive family vacation. A cave-exploring, reef-diving, drum-beating, Maya-ruin-wandering, Caribbean-blue-water-rejuvenating, tropical-rain-forest-hiking, lagoon-kayaking adventure. It will immerse you and your family in every way. So go ahead. Dive in. What are you waiting for?
Highlights
- Bike through rural towns and lush tropical forests into Tikal National Park, a fascinating World Heritage site
- Snorkel alongside vibrantly colored fish in warm Caribbean waters and float above the world's second-largest barrier reef
- Learn about Belize and Guatemala's rich blend of cultures, from Garifuna to Mennonite and ancient Maya
- Hike to ancient ceremonial caves, keeping an eye out for incredible wildlife like agoutis and howler monkeys
Start/End Belize City
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-2
Hop on a flight to 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 • Make yourself at home at our boutique rain forest hideaway • Pedal amid a tropical jungle landscape to Tikal National Park, a World Heritage site • Explore Maya pyramids tucked within the dense forest and discover an impressive Maya civilization alongside parrots and howler monkeys.
Nights 1-2
This luxury oasis is tucked into the jungle on the shore of Lake Petén. (pool, spa)
Days 3-4
Hike through the jungle surrounding our rain forest retreat • At Sleeping Giant Ceremonial Cave, explore the caverns once used as ancient Maya ritual sites • Opt to adventure by zip line, horseback or trail, or stay at the hotel and relax 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
Taste and learn about Maya chocolate • Hop in a kayak and navigate the mangrove tunnels of the Placencia lagoon with your family • Devote the morning to warm crystalline water and exotic marine life during our snorkeling excursion on the Belize Barrier Reef, the longest coral reef outside of Australia • Stretch out in a morning yoga class • Sit back on our scenic flight from the beach resort town of Placencia back to Belize City.
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.
On this trip we occasionally travel by single-engine or turbo-prop plane to reach the exclusive hotels and activities this destination has to offer. We will be flying on both private chartered and scheduled flights with Tropic Air aboard Airvan, Caravan and turbo-prop planes that seat 6–14 passengers.
On this trip we have the opportunity to venture from Belize to Guatemala and back again. On all our trips we make every effort to facilitate crossing international borders by removing as many obstacles and inconveniences as possible. Often we are able to create a seamless experience. But even with all the organization and effort of our leaders, sometimes border crossings take time. With a little patience we hope to make this experience as enjoyable and easy as possible.
In order to bring you the full splendor of this region, we spend more time shuttling on this trip than on many other Backroads trips. Our time in the shuttles allows us to experience the incredible variety of ecosystems, scenery and activities that Belize and Guatemala have to offer. Due to the tropical climate and underdeveloped infrastructure, road maintenance is a continual challenge, so we will likely encounter sections of bumpy gravel roads. Sit back and relax, knowing that someone else is doing the driving, and enjoy the beauty of the journey.
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
*Casual Plus Hotel
This luxury oasis is tucked into the jungle on the shore of Lake Petén. (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
Ready to Ride
On this trip where Backroads custom titanium bikes are not available, we offer local bikes of comparable quality that are well suited for the terrain on our routes.
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
Included in your trip price
- Backroads is the only travel company to manufacture it's own line of kid's bikes.
- Features smaller wheels -- the perfect choice for kids.
- On our Family Trips, you'll find 20"" and 24"" bikes.
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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