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Central America

Backroads of Central America

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17 days (San José to Antigua)

Destinations visited: Central America, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, San José, World

  • Yolo
  • Basic

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Description

Take the road less travelled through Central America with other travellers your own age—so you can be sure to get down with other adventurers that’ll keep up. This is one of our most exciting trips, filled with breathtaking scenery—from tropical rainforests alive with jungle melodies to colonial cities bouncing to a decidedly more human beat. You'll blaze your own path as you discover a region of volcanoes, craters, beaches and lush forests. Sticking to budget accommodation and public transport will keep costs down and you rooted in local life.

Itinerary

Day 1 San José

Arrive at any time.

Day 2-3 La Fortuna/Arenal

Options abound– soak in Arenal's hot springs or try some adrenaline sports like whitewater rafting or waterfall rappelling.

Day 4-5 Monteverde

Visit a cloud forest reserve, fly through the jungle canopy via a zipline or tour a coffee plantation.

Day 6-7 Ometepe (1B,2D)

Get to know our local friends during a 2-night homestay experience. Try the cuisine, test your language skills, head off to climb one of two volcanoes or visit a local swimming hole.

Day 8-9 Granada (1B)

See Granada with an orientation walk. Visit active Masaya Volcano or kayak the isletas in Lake Nicaragua.

Day 10-11 Poneloya

Enjoy a couple of days of relaxation on a remote beach. Surfing, swimming and relaxing on the sand awaits. Opt to hike Cerro Negro or check out the city of León.

Day 12 Suchitoto

After a long day of travel via bus, boat and van, arrive to the colonial town of Suchitoto. Don't forget to eat the delicious pupusas, a local Salvadorian speciality.

Day 13-14 Concepción de Ataco

Explore the "Ruta de las Flores" area with its quaint Salvadorian towns and many artisans. Day hikes, a coffee tour and shopping are some of many options for your time here.

Day 15-16 Copán/Antigua

Visit the Mayan ruins of Copán or visit local hot springs. Explore the colonial city of Antigua on an orientation walk. Relax with a massage or soak up the culture in one of many cafés.

Day 17 Antigua

Depart at any time.

Backroads of Central America

Worldwide reservations

  • USA / Canada 1 855 667 9501
  • United Kingdom 0844 272 2120
  • Australia 1300 884 162
  • New Zealand 0800 333 415
  • Germany 01805 70 90 30 70
  • Rest of World 00 1 855 667 9501

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