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Central America Explorer
19 Days Starting in Panama City and ending in Guatemala City
Visiting: Panama City, Bocas del Toro, Puerto Viejo, Lake Arenal, El Castillo, Ometepe, Granada, San Salvador, Joya de Ceren, Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala City, London
Tour operator:
Tour code:
TM
Group Type:
Private
Guide Type:
Partially Guided
Group size:
2 - 30
Age range:
1-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Beach Tours, Cultural, Gardens & Nature Tours, Wildlife Tours
Tour Overview
Set between the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean, the compact, tropical region of Central America lends itself perfectly to a multi-country holiday. This tour takes you across Panama, Costa Rica, Nicaragua and El Salvador to discover a bounty of natural highlights, beautiful scenery and colonial towns, finishing in Antigua. Signature experiences: Mayan ruins & small towns Rainforest, rivers & waterfalls Wildlife & Caribbean beaches Less-visited areas
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Fly to Panama City
Location: Panama City
Accommodation: Hotel
Fly to Panama City for a 2-night stay.
Day 2 : Panama City
Location: Panama City
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Tour the colonial old town and transit the canal.
Day 3 : Bocas del Toro
Location: Bocas del Toro
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Fly to Bocas del Toro for 2 nights on the lush Caribbean coast.
Day 4 : Bocas del Toro
Location: Bocas del Toro
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day at leisure to relax or explore the beaches and small islands.
Day 5 : Puerto Viejo
Location: Puerto Viejo
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Cross the border into Costa Rica and transfer to the coastal town of Puerto Viejo.
Day 6 : Arenal
Location: Lake Arenal
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer to Arenal for a 2-night stay.
Day 7 : Arenal
Location: Lake Arenal
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Take optional tours to the hanging bridges or the hot springs.
Day 8 : El Castillo
Location: El Castillo
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Travel by road and boat across the border into Nicaragua and continue down San Juan river to El Castillo. Take an evening caiman tour.
Day 9 : El Castillo
Location: El Castillo
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hike in the pristine Indio MaÃz Reserve.
Day 10 : Fly to Ometepe island
Location: Ometepe
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Boat transfer to San Carlos and fly to the volcanic island of Ometepe, located in Lake Nicaragua, for a stay of 2 nights.
Day 11 : Ometepe island
Location: Ometepe
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day at leisure to relax or explore the cloudforest hiking trails, lagoons and pre-Colombian sites.
Day 12 : Granada
Location: Granada
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel by ferry and road to Granada for 2 nights.
Day 13 : Granada
Location: Granada
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
City tour and boat ride on Lake Nicaragua.
Day 14 : Fly to San Salvador • Route of the Flowers
Location: San Salvador
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Transfer to Managua and fly to San Salvador, then continue to the Route of the Flowers via Joya de Ceren and Volcanoes National Park.
Day 15 : Route of the Flowers
Location: Joya de Ceren
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Explore small towns reknowned for their handicrafts.
Day 16 : Antigua
Location: Antigua Guatemala
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel by road to Antigua in Guatemala for a 2-night stay.
Day 17 : Antigua
Location: Antigua Guatemala
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Tour the historic town or optional visit to beautiful Lake Atitlán
Day 18 : Fly home from Guatemala City via the US
Location: Guatemala City
Accommodation: n/a
Meals Included: Breakfast
Fly home from Guatemala City via the US
Day 19 : Arrive UK
Location: London
Accommodation: n/a
Arrive UK
What's Included
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International flights (and domestic flights if applicable)
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UK departure and overseas airport taxes
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Accommodation, itinerary & meal basis as described
What's Not Included
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Tips & Gratuities
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Insurance
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Visa (where applicable)
Check out our Q&As
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes. We only work with passionate local guides who have a firm grasp of English – so they can answer all your questions and offer invaluable insight into your destination.
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
Standard: Simpler in emphasis, these itineraries typically feature 4-star or good 3-star accommodation throughout, or the best alternative elsewhere.
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Are flights included in this tour?
All prices for Cox & Kings holidays include international flights, except where indicated.
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes.
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Yes. Quoted prices include all entrance fees.
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Can Cox & Kings arrange my visa?
We cannot arrange your visa but we can recommend a reputable visa assistance company who can help with your application. Please contact your tour consultant for details.
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What is the difference between a 'single' supplement and 'sole' supplement?
A 'single' traveller is someone occupying a single room while travelling with one or more other people, for example a single person travelling on a group tour. A 'sole' traveller is someone travelling on their own. As a single traveller on a group tour (except those in the SoloTravellers collection), please check the single supplement price. If you wish to add an extension to that tour, please th
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When will I get my tickets?
Travel documents will be sent approximately two weeks prior to departure (third party suppliers' policies may vary), unless your booking is made within six weeks of departure, in which case final documents will be sent as soon as possible.
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When do I need to pay my final balance?
Final payment must be made no less than 75 days before departure.
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What are the four tour categories?
***LUXURY These are our most comfortable tours and will usually feature 5-star deluxe accommodation throughout*** ***SUPERIOR Most Cox & Kings tours fall under this category and are based in 4- or 5-star accommodation where available, or the best alternative elsewhere*** ***STANDARD Simpler in emphasis, these itineraries typically feature 4-star or good 3-star accommodation throughout, or the best alternative elsewhere*** ***DISCOVERY Best suited to the hardier traveller, these tours typically include some quite basic accommodation, possibly longer and rougher road journeys and, in some cases, more strenuous activities, such as trekking***
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Why do I have to pay more for my holiday if I am a single traveller?
Most hotels around the world charge more per person for a single occupancy room than for a shared twin room, because the cost of maintaining a room for one person can be almost as high as it is for two. In addition, many single occupancy rooms are the same as twin / double rooms. The Solo Travellers collection of small group tours is specially created to include accommodation based on single occu
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Do your prices include flights?
All prices for Cox & Kings holidays include international flights, except where indicated. Australasia and Canada holidays do not include international flights so that you may benefit from the best prices at the time you choose to book, taking advantage of major seasonal variations and short term special offers. For all destinations, you may be able to arrange your own flights. If you wish to do
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What is a non-exclusive escorted group tour?
The vast majority of our group tours are exclusive to Cox & Kings clients. However, there are a few exceptions where holidaymakers who booked their tour with another travel company travel in the group.
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When will I get a detailed itinerary?
If you are travelling on a group tour, you will receive a detailed itinerary with your travel pack. If travelling on a private basis, you will receive your detailed itinerary with your confirmation invoice.
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Do I need inoculations?
Many of our destinations have recommended health precautions, which you can read about in our regional documents and health pages. However, we recommend that you contact your doctor who will be able to give you professional advice, arrange any vaccinations and give advice on malaria protection. Alternatively, visit the NHS website for more information.
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What happens if a group tour does not reach its minimum numbers? Will it be cancelled?
If a group tour does not reach its minimum numbers, we will either offer for you to take your holiday on a private basis (which may involve a supplement), or you will be fully refunded.
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Cox & Kings requires a minimum deposit of 15% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 75 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of cox & kings charges.
Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.
At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 60% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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