Tikal Guatemala And Belize Short Break

Duration

4 days

Tour Type

Small Group

Accommodations

Comfortable

Physical Rating

Light

Guide Language

English

Experience Overview

Set off on a four-day adventure deep in the jungles of Guatemala. Wander through the Mayan ruins at the Tikal National Park, learn how to cook traditional corn dishes during a cooking class in San Ignacio and look for local wildlife like spider monkeys and exotic birds along the way.

Includes

Meals: Breakfasts (3), Lunch (2), Dinner (2)
Accommodation: Comfort Style hotel: Golden Bay Hotel or similar(Belize City) & La Casona del Lago or similar (Flores)

Highlights

Wander through the ancient ruins of Tikal – a UNESCO World Heritage site rich in history, architecture and jungle wildlife.
Join an immersive cooking class where you’ll prepare traditional dishes like pepian and Maya corn-based meals using ancient techniques.
Journey through the Maya Biosphere Reserve. Teeming with local wildlife, be sure to look for spider monkeys and the Central American river turtle along the way.
Watch the sun set over Lake Yaxha in the Yaxha-Nakum-Naranjo National Park and discover the forested wetland with your local leader.
Relax with included transfers, comfortable accommodations, and thoughtfully curated meals that blend local flavors with warm hospitality.

Trip Details

Duration

4 days

Transportation

Private vehicle, Public bus, Local bus, Taxi, Ferry, Shared boat

Guide Language

English

Starts

Belize City to Flores, Belize

Finishes

Belize City, Belize

Accommodations

Comfortable

Travel Style

Budget

Physical Rating

Light

Itinerary

Day 1: Belize City to Flores

Hola! Welcome to Central America. Your adventure begins with a 9.30 am welcome meeting in Belize. Then, you’ll travel to Flores. On the way, you'll stop at Yaxha-Nakum-Naranjo National Park. Located in the Reserva de la Biosfera Maya, the national park is known for its forested wetlands, lagoons and pools including the Yaxha, Sacnab and Champoxte. As you explore the area, be sure to look for local wildlife including the Central American river turtle, spider monkeys and collared peccary. After, continue to Flores. Tonight, sit down to a traditional Guatemalan dinner and maybe try chicken pepian (hearty chicken stew).

Included Activities:

Pepian Cooking Class
Yaxha National Park Visit

Day 2: Flores

After breakfast, you’ll visit Guatemala Tikal National Park – a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its Mayan ruins and rich biodiversity. The Tikal National Park encompasses 575 square km of jungle and thousands of ruined structures. Tikal is also part of the one-million-hectare Maya Biosphere Reserve created in 1990 to protect the dense forests of the Peten. As you wander through the ruins learn about the historic area which archaeologists suggest was settled in 900 BC. After, continue to a local restaurant in Flores for a late lunch. The rest of the day is free for you to explore at your own pace – your local leader will have the best recommendations.

Included Activities:

Tikal Ruins
Lunch in a local restaurant in Flores

Day 3: Belize City

This morning, say goodbye to Flores as you return to Belize. Along the way, stop in San Ignacio for a cooking class. Corn is the staple of Maya culture, and tortilla, tamales, atole and bollos are just a few of the ways corn is traditionally cooked. Here, you’ll learn how to cook on a fogon (fire), grind corn on the metate (grinding stone) and wrap the bollos in banana leaves. You’ll also hear stories and old folklore from the local Maya cooks before sitting down for your homemade meal. After, continue to Belize. Tonight, you’ll sit down to a rooftop dinner in the heart of the city – the perfect way to spend your final night!

Included Activities:

Belize City - Farewell dinner
Maya Corn Experience Cooking Class

Day 4: Belize City

After breakfast, it’s time to say your goodbyes as your adventure comes to an end today. If you’d like to stay longer to explore more of Central America, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time.

Optional Activities:

Visit Altun Ha from (20 USD)

Exclusions

Flights to and from origin and destinations
Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
Recommended gratuities/tipping
Optional activities/tours
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.

Important Information

Meals

When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.

Luggage

You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.

Mobility

Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.

Fitness Level

This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.

Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.

If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.

Sightseeing

If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.

Visas

Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.

It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.

Departure Dates & Surcharges: See checkout for live dates and availability.

From
AUD $2425

AUD $1,940

(Tour only)

Offer ends 14 Aug, 2026 Per Person Twin Share

Duration: 4 days

Trip Type: Small Group

Activity Level: Light

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Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 14 Aug 2026

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Tour Operator

Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.

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