Land Of The Maya: Belize, Guatamala & Honduras

ITINERARY

Belize City Day 1-2
Belize offers a captivating blend of ancient civilizations, rainforest trails and wild landscapes. Pristine cayes dot the 200-mile coast, luring you to Caribbean bliss, while the secrets of the ancient Maya are revealed at Lamanai, showcasing their architectural genius. Nearby, in the Maya Mountains, is the Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary, the world's only jaguar sanctuary, also home to pumas, deer, howler monkeys and tapirs.

SHORE EXCURSIONS
Altun Ha Maya Ruins
Included
04 h 00 m
Enjoy a driving sightseeing tour of Belize City
Explore the Altun Ha Mayan site, where the 9 1/2 pound Jade head of the Sun God Kinich Ahau was discovered

Learn the history of this incredible site
Blue Hole By Air
Optional
04 h 00 m
View from above the World's Largest living Barrier Reef,
Make several passes over the Great Blue Hole
Take incredible pictures of the reef

Sharks, Rays, Barrier Reef Snorkeling
Optional
04 h 00 m
Swim with sharks, rays, and tropical fish at the breathtaking coral reef of Shark & Ray Alley
Enjoy a scenic boat ride along Belize’s breathtaking barrier islands
Swim with sharks, rays, and tropical fish at the coral reef

Guanaja Island Day 3
Guanaja, the most mountainous island in Honduras' Bay Islands, captivates with its natural beauty. Lush rainforests meet a vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life. The coastline of this 25-km long island, has pristine beaches and crystal-clear waters offering snorkelling and deep-sea fishing. Hiking trails cross the verdant interior with tropical birds such as endangered yellow-naped parrots and the Bay Island's only waterfall.

Roatan Island, French Cay Day 4
Teeming with marine life, Roatán, Honduras' largest Bay Island, is surrounded by the world's second-largest coral reef, the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. The Garífuna, descendants of African and Indigenous peoples, have a vibrant culture here. Lush rainforests offer opportunities for adventure, while animal sanctuaries in French Cay like Daniel Johnson's Monkey and Sloth Hangout and Arch’s Iguana and Marine Park home provide unique encounters.

Santo Tomas de Castilla Day 5
Guatemala's Santo Tomás, a former Belgian port, hints at its former past. The region offers a wealth of cultural experiences. The Mayan heartland of Quirigua, a UNESCO-listed site, is best known for the tallest stelae ever carved. Nearby, Livingston is home to the Garífuna people with African and indigenous Guatemalan heritage who preserve traditions and music, while 16th-century Castillo de San Felipe guards Lake Izabal, a historic trade route.

Placencia Day 6
Placencia, a beach resort town on the southern tip of Belize's Placencia Peninsula, blends relaxation with adventure. Just offshore, the world-renowned Mesoamerican Barrier Reef is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with an incredible coral ecosystem. Inland, the Placencia Lagoon provides a habitat for manatees and saltwater crocodiles. North, the Garífuna community of Seine Bight celebrates its traditional heritage through drumming and dance.

Half Moon Caye Day 7
Half Moon Caye, a crescent island in Belize's Lighthouse Reef, is Central America's first marine reserve. It features one of the few remaining old-growth littoral forests and shelters 4,000 red-footed boobies, known for their bright red feet and courtship rituals. The Half Moon Caye Natural Monument preserves vital ecosystems underwater. A pristine coral reef wall drops over 900 m (3,000 ft), while the Blue Hole is one of Belize's top dive sites.

Belize City Day 8
Belize offers a captivating blend of ancient civilizations, rainforest trails and wild landscapes. Pristine cayes dot the 200-mile coast, luring you to Caribbean bliss, while the secrets of the ancient Maya are revealed at Lamanai, showcasing their architectural genius. Nearby, in the Maya Mountains, is the Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary, the world's only jaguar sanctuary, also home to pumas, deer, howler monkeys and tapirs.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

• Group return transfers from the airport to the cruise port
• All meals onboard
• Onboard accommodation in a stateroom selected category
• 24-hour room service
• Coffee, tea, soft drinks and selected alcoholic beverages available 24-hours per day
• Lecture programmes by our experienced expedition team and guest speakers
• One selected shore excursion/expedition activities per port of call (Kayaking not included, bookable for a fee on board)
• Standard WiFi. premium Wifi available and bookable on board for a fee
• Onboard gratuities & port taxes