22 days in Costa Rica, Guatemala & Belize Itinerary
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Start: Mexico City, Mexico
Fly
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Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
— 2 nights
Drive
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Jaco, Costa Rica
— 2 nights
Drive
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Monteverde, Costa Rica
— 2 nights
Drive
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Tortuguero, Costa Rica
— 1 night
Drive
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La Fortuna de San Carlos, Costa Rica
— 5 nights
Fly
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Antigua, Guatemala
— 3 nights
Drive
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Lanquin, Guatemala
— 1 night
Drive
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Tikal National Park, Guatemala
— 1 night
Drive to Belmopan, Fly to San Pedro
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San Pedro, Belize
— 4 nights
Ferry to Chetumal, Fly to Mexico City
End: Mexico City, Mexico
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Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica — 2 nights
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Change things up with a short trip to Mama Toucan's Natural and Organic Food Store in Dominical (about 52 minutes away). Next up on the itinerary: kick back and relax at Playa Manuel Antonio, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, relax and rejuvenate at Raindrop Spa, and look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas.
For photos, ratings, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our Manuel Antonio itinerary site.
Mexico City, Mexico to Manuel Antonio is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Jaco.
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Mexico City, Mexico to Manuel Antonio is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Jaco.
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Jaco, Costa Rica — 2 nights
Start off your visit on the 5th (Wed): stroll through Royal Butterflies, see Off-Road Tours, and then head outdoors with Outdoor Activities. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: get outside with Outdoor Activities and then get outside with Outdoor Activities.
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Traveling by car from Manuel Antonio to Jaco takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Thu) early enough to drive to Monteverde.
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Traveling by car from Manuel Antonio to Jaco takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Thu) early enough to drive to Monteverde.
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Monteverde, Costa Rica — 2 nights
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Kick off your visit on the 7th (Fri): tour the pleasant surroundings at Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and then stroll through Ranario Monteverde Frog Pond. Here are some ideas for day two: look for gifts at Foresta, whizz through the canopy at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, and then take in the views from Santa Elena Skywalk.
For traveler tips, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, read Monteverde trip itinerary maker app.
Traveling by car from Jaco to Monteverde takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle; or take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) so you can go by car to Tortuguero.
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Traveling by car from Jaco to Monteverde takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle; or take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) so you can go by car to Tortuguero.
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Tortuguero, Costa Rica — 1 night
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Costa Rica's Amazon
Kick off your visit on the 9th (Sun): explore the striking landscape of Tortuguero National Park.
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Getting from Monteverde to Tortuguero by car takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and taxi; or take a shuttle. In July, daytime highs in Tortuguero are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) early enough to drive to La Fortuna de San Carlos.
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Getting from Monteverde to Tortuguero by car takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and taxi; or take a shuttle. In July, daytime highs in Tortuguero are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) early enough to drive to La Fortuna de San Carlos.
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La Fortuna de San Carlos, Costa Rica — 5 nights
La Fortuna de San Carlos is known for nature, adventure, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: let the river carry you with a rafting and tubing tour, explore the fascinating underground world of Venado Caves, take in the natural beauty of Tabacon Hot Springs, and get impressive views of Arenal Volcano.
To see traveler tips, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the La Fortuna de San Carlos online travel planner.
Traveling by car from Tortuguero to La Fortuna de San Carlos takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Antigua.
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Traveling by car from Tortuguero to La Fortuna de San Carlos takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Antigua.
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Antigua, Guatemala — 3 nights
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Step out of Antigua with an excursion to La Aurora Zoo in Guatemala City--about 54 minutes away. There's still lots to do: contemplate the geological forces at Volcán Pacaya, explore the ancient world of Convento de las Capuchinas, pause for some serene contemplation at Iglesia de La Merced, and don't miss a visit to The Plaza Central Park.
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Fly from La Fortuna de San Carlos to Antigua in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. In July, daytime highs in Antigua are 29°C, while nighttime lows are 19°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) so you can go by car to Lanquin.
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Fly from La Fortuna de San Carlos to Antigua in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. In July, daytime highs in Antigua are 29°C, while nighttime lows are 19°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) so you can go by car to Lanquin.
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Lanquin, Guatemala — 1 night
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Kick off your visit on the 18th (Tue): get outside with Aventura Grande, then take in the dramatic scenery at Monumento Natural Semuc Champey, and then Head underground at Grutas Las Marias.
To find photos, ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Lanquin attractions site.
Traveling by car from Antigua to Lanquin takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or do a combination of shuttle and bus. Traveling from Antigua in July, things will get somewhat warmer in Lanquin: highs are around 39°C and lows about 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Tikal National Park.
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To find photos, ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Lanquin attractions site.
Traveling by car from Antigua to Lanquin takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or do a combination of shuttle and bus. Traveling from Antigua in July, things will get somewhat warmer in Lanquin: highs are around 39°C and lows about 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Tikal National Park.
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Tikal National Park, Guatemala — 1 night
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Kick off your visit on the 19th (Wed): take in the spiritual surroundings of Tikal.
For other places to visit, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, read Tikal National Park online journey planner.
You can drive from Lanquin to Tikal National Park in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of shuttle and bus; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Wed) so you can travel to San Pedro.
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You can drive from Lanquin to Tikal National Park in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of shuttle and bus; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Wed) so you can travel to San Pedro.
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San Pedro, Belize — 4 nights
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San Pedro is known for wildlife, adventure, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: see the vivid underwater world at Hol Chan Marine Reserve, tour the pleasant surroundings at Shark Ray Alley, discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, and indulge in some culinary diversions at a local gastronomic tour.
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You can do a combination of car and flight from Tikal National Park to San Pedro in 6.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of car, bus, and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. In July in San Pedro, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 30°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sun) so you can travel back home.
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You can do a combination of car and flight from Tikal National Park to San Pedro in 6.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of car, bus, and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. In July in San Pedro, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 30°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sun) so you can travel back home.
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Guatemala travel guide
Land of Eternal Spring
Offering a chance to discover a rich history, remarkable landscapes, and a vibrant culture, a holiday in Guatemala remains a great choice for a wide range of travelers. The heart of the Maya civilization, Guatemala boasts stunning ancient ruins and traditional villages that blend with the Spanish heritage of the colonial-era and its stately cathedrals and town halls. While the cities boast splendid architecture and cultural heritage, they make up a small percentage of the mountainous Guatemalan landscape. Adventurous travelers and nature lovers will have plenty of things to do in Guatemala, from boating on the rushing rivers and scenic lakes, to exploring caves, picturesque beaches, and lush national parks.
Belize travel guide
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