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Small Group
Light
Rating
(20 reviews)
Experience Overview
From the laid-back vibes and waves of the Pacific Coast to tropical rainforests alive with jungle melodies, take the road less travelled on this trip through Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica with other travellers your own age. This is one of our most exciting trips, filled with breathtaking scenery and a chance to experience local culture with a two-night community guesthouse stay on the island of Ometepe. Enjoy a blend of public and private transportation, which not only keeps costs down but also gives you a chance to really meet the locals.
Highlights
- Connect with your hosts at community guesthouse stay in Ometepe
- Relax seaside in El Salvador
- Laugh with the locals during a chicken bus journey
- Visit five countries in 17 days.
Trip Details
Product Code: 2475
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Basic
Transport: Local bus, boat, ferry, private vehicle, taxi, walking.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
18 - 35 Year Olds Only
Supplier Code: JGS
Starts: Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala
Finishes: San José, Costa Rica
Duration: 17 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical rating:
Light
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Puesta del Sol Community Guesthouse Stay, Isla de Ometepe Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Big Night Out Moment: Granada Your Discover Moment: Granada Your Discover Moment: Monteverde Your Discover Moment: La Fortuna
- Beach time in El Tunco
- Orientation walk around León and Granada
- Free time in Granada, Ometepe, Monteverde, and La Fortuna
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Simple hotels/hostels (14 nts, most multi-share), homestay (2 nts).
- 2 breakfasts, 2 dinners
Transport
- Local bus, boat, ferry, private vehicle, taxi, walking.
Group Leader
- Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD 1551 (CAD 91 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Antigua Guatemala
Arrive at any time. Tonight, explore El Barrio, a vibrant marketplace of many small bars and pubs. Get to know your fellow travellers over a few drinks, and cheers to the adventures to come.
Arrive at any time. Antigua is approximately one hour's drive from the international airport in Guatemala City.
Explore the museums, colonial buildings and soak up the atmosphere in this delightful city, one of the best-restored Spanish colonial cities in the world. The entire city was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The surrounding volcanoes can be seen from everywhere in the city and the colorful markets attract indigenous artisans from all over the country.
Day 2: Antigua Guatemala/Copán
Set off today on a full day of travel from Antigua across the border to neighboring Honduras, arriving to the town of Copán Ruinas in the evening.
The colonial highland town of Copán Ruinas is a charming and relaxing place, set along a river in the coffee growing region close to the Guatemalan border.
The Mayan ruins of Copán are fascinating, beautiful and unique among Mayan cities. Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1980, Copán contains some of the most important Mayan ruins found to date, and many unusual artistic features, including some of the most detailed carving in the Mayan world.
Day 3: Copán
Free time in Copán. Opt to visit the ruins of Copán or soak in hot springs.
Free time in Copan. Opt to visit the impressive Copan ruins and check out some lesser known Mayan sites along the way. Knowledgable local guides can interpret the many Mayan carvings left here over 1,000 years ago. You can also journey through the countryside to some hidden jungle hot springs for a relaxing soak.
Day 4: Copán/Suchitoto
Cross the border into El Salvador and stay in the colonial town of Suchitoto. Don't forget to try the delicious pupusas, a local Salvadorian specialty.
Day 5: Suchitoto/La Libertad Region
Enjoy a free morning in Suchitoto before heading to the coast in the La Libertad region. The sunsets in these small surfing towns are stunning. Grab a cold drink and enjoy!
Day 6: La Libertad Region
Enjoy a free day in the laidback beach towns of the area to take a surf lesson, eat fresh ceviche at the fish market in nearby La Libertad, visit the Tamanique waterfalls, or chill out with a beer in hand.
Day 7: La Libertad Region/León
Set off early for a full day of travel by land and sea to Nicaragua, finishing up in colonial León with a brief orientation walk.
Day 8: León/Granada
Journey to Granada and see its colourful colonial buildings on an orientation walk. Enjoy a Big Night Out with the group.
Granada's colonial charm is complemented by the active volcanoes and lakes that surround it, and there are many fun easy day trips available. Hike, cruise, or just explore the city's markets and museums.
Walking is probably the easiest way to see all the sights of Granada.
Day 9: Granada
Free time to explore beautiful Granada's markets, buildings and museums. Opt to kayak in Lake Nicaragua or swim in Laguna de Apoyo.
Free time to explore beautiful Granada's busy markets, colonial buildings and museums on foot or take a horse and carriage ride around town. Enjoy a meal on the "calzada", a pedestrian street that extends from the center of town down to Lake Nicaragua.
There are many optional activities to do just outside of town as well. Walk in the forest at the top of Mombacho Volcano, kayak around the isletas in Lake Nicaragua or swim in Laguna de Apoyo.
Day 10: Granada/Isla de Ometepe
Get to know local friends during a 2-night G Adventures-supported community homestay on Ometepe. Try the local cuisine and test out some language skills.
From the town of San Jorge, we cross Lake Nicaragua by ferry to arrive at Ometepe Island, formed from two volcanoes, one active and one dormant that rise out of the middle of the lake. The limited development and traditional communities create a welcoming relaxed atmosphere.
The group will be split up amongst different local families who will host you in their homes for two nights in a small community on the island. Breakfast and dinner will be provided in the home. This experience give you a chance to see how rural Nicaraguans live.
Day 11: Isla de Ometepe
Enjoy free time to explore Ometepe. Opt to climb Volcano Concepción or Volcano Maderas, take a cultural tour, visit the beach at Santo Domingo, or visit el Ojo de Agua for a refreshing swim and lunch. You can also view pre-Columbian petroglyphs or the small museum of indigenous artifacts in Altagracia.
Today is a free day in Ometepe. We get to spend more time with the local host families and see more of the island. Opt to climb either of the two volcanoes on the island, view petroglyphs left by the island's original inhabitants, walk or kayak in Charco Verde reserve, swim in clear spring water at Ojo de Agua, lay on the beach or explore the island on bicycle.
Day 12: Isla de Ometepe/Monteverde
Take a ferry back to the mainland and cross the border into Costa Rica, finishing up in the cloudforest air of Monteverde.
At 1,400 meters above sea level, Monteverde is literally in the clouds. The Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves are home to diverse and unique flora and fauna. Sloths, monkeys, kinkajous, tapirs and large cats inhabit the area. There are more species of orchids here than anywhere else in the world.
Day 13: Monteverde
Free day in Monteverde. Opt to visit a cloud forest reserve, fly through the jungle canopy via zipline, or tour a coffee plantation.
The day is free to choose from many optional activities. Fly hundreds of meters above the trees on a zip-lining tour, hike through one of the cloud forest reserves, ride a horse in the mountains, visit a coffee/sugar cane farm, tour the cheese factory or check out the orchid garden, serpentarium, or frog pond in town.
Day 14: Monteverde/La Fortuna
Transfer to La Fortuna along bumpy roads, then break up the journey with a peaceful boat ride on Lake Arenal before a short ride to the town.
The trip from Monteverde to La Fortuna takes us down from the cloud forest and across Costa Rica's largest lake The town of La Fortuna lies at the base of the Arenal Volcano, which dominates the landscape rising to 1670 meters high. The town has become famous as the adventure sports capital of Costa Rica.
Choose your adventure! Canyoning, white water rafting, hiking, caving, rafting, horseback riding, paddlebording, kayaking, visiting a wildlife refuge, and even more activities are all possible options for you to choose from while we're here.
Day 15: La Fortuna
Free time to enjoy the La Fortuna and Arenal area.
Choose your adventure! Canyoneering, hiking, caving, rafting, horseback riding, paddleboarding, kayaking, visiting a wildlife refuge, and even more activities are all possible options for you to choose from while we're here.
Day 16: La Fortuna/San José
Journey through the mountains to the capital for a final night out.
Return to San José for our final night out.
San José has beautiful parks, museums and theatres. Enjoy the view of the surrounding lush mountains from the downtown streets.
Day 17: San José
Depart at any time.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
William S. - Traveled, December 2023
Everything is very well organised, and the itineraries include everything you would want to do.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/16/2023
Alexandra A. - Traveled, December 2023
Really nice to have accommodations and transport situated. I think it could be a little clearer that activities and meal costs really will add on to the price paid for the trip though
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/16/2023
Courtney J. - Traveled, December 2023
Great people, culture and adventure
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/16/2023
Emily W. - Traveled, December 2023
I really enjoyed traveling with G Adventures because of the opportunity to see so many new, and more unique, places that I might not be able to navigate on my own.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/16/2023
Nicole T. - Traveled, December 2023
loved the trip
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/16/2023
Annina L. - Traveled, December 2023
One does not have to organize a thing except for the flights.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/13/2023
Maev M. - Traveled, December 2023
Sarah Hewitt was an exceptional guide who was so attentive, fun and professional. There was no question or request too big or small and she kept great spirits and patience with a dynamic group of us. Obviously Central America is beautiful and the range and choice of activities was well suited to the time we were away.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/27/2023
Claudia D. - Traveled, December 2023
Ease/little pre planning required and safe
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/27/2023
Eugene Y. - Traveled, December 2023
The tour as a whole was a wonderful experience, however there definitely parts of the tour that could be skipped. For example, I would have preferred extending the tour an extra day so that we could spend more time in Leon and exploring the great parts of the city. A recommendation is to have 2 days in each stopping point to give us more time to explore the city, my examples would be for Antigua especially the new joiners and Leon. Also lastly make this tour separate of the longer central american journey.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/26/2023
Brandon V. - Traveled, December 2023
The CEO really stepped up, He's knowledgeable and understanding, I know 0 Spanish and he helped me the whole time navigating the whole trip
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/23/2023
Jack W. - Traveled, December 2023
Our CEO, Yinier, was absolutely amazing. He was super knowledgeable about all the countries we visiting and ensured that we always had everything we needed. Nothing was ever too much trouble.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/19/2023
Alannah T. - Traveled, December 2023
Very well organised and seamless
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/19/2023
Christopher M. - Traveled, December 2023
Safe, convenient group travel where you can focus on enjoying the experience - no matter how challenging the itinerary/location.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/19/2023
Natasha L. - Traveled, December 2023
Visiting the different Central America countries were great, I'm confused as to why I had to pay for so many different activities and why they weren't included into the tour, such as the city tours. I understand not having the water activities (such as white water rafting or canyoneering) but it made no sense not having a city tour included in the costs. On top of having to take public transport on a chicken bus was probably the worst experience. Yin was an amazing tour guide though
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/19/2023
Luke B. - Traveled, December 2023
Hate some of the best weeks of my life due to how amazing the tour was and how organised and especially Yinier our guide who was amazing and made everything so fun and easy
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/19/2023
Penelope C. - Traveled, December 2023
G Adventures is great to travel specially if you are a female solo traveller
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/27/2023
Virginia W. - Traveled, December 2023
G Adventures provides unique, high-quality, impactful travel experiences while benefiting the communities visited. This was my 7th trip with G Adventures and I look forward to more in the future.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/27/2023
Suzette S. - Traveled, December 2023
Because not everyone will enjoy the type of travel experience.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/27/2023
William G. - Traveled, December 2023
Very well organised tour that made the most out of every destination with recommendations and activities. Completely took the stress out of travelling
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/27/2023
Matthew P. - Traveled, December 2023
Sarah is great.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/27/2023
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