Belize & Guatemala Family Multi-Adventure Tour
Maya Temples to the Caribbean
Belize and Guatemala will enchant you. From Maya temples to jungle trails to coral-spangled seashores, this tropical two-country adventure is packed with some of Central America’s greatest hits.
We rate our trips based on a range of activity levels from 1-5.
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From $6,199 - $6,799/person
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Trip at a Glance
Highlights
- Bike and hike through unique rural landscapes, like Guatemala’s Lake Petén Itzá, and unspoiled wild ones in Belize’s forest reserves
- Marvel at crumbling pyramids and causeways in Tikal National Park, considered by many to contain the most spectacular Maya ruins in existence
- Check out ancient ceremonial caves and explore Central America’s fascinating underground world with headlamps and local guides
- Snorkel and float above the world’s second-largest barrier reef, where tropical fish and sea life flourish
- Dine on delicious Caribbean specialties like conch fritters, fry jacks and fresh spiny lobster
Sample itinerary. Trip details may vary by departure.
Start Flores Airport & Travel Details
- Discover the delights of Flores, a charming island city in Guatemala’s Lake Petén Itzá
- Bike along the picturesque lakeshore through an ancient land once ruled by the Maya
- Settle in at our boutique rain forest hideaway
- Pedal amid a tropical jungle landscape to Tikal National Park, a World Heritage Site
- Discover Maya pyramids tucked within the dense forest alongside parrots and howler monkeys.
Nights 1-2
Deluxe Hotel
This oasis on the shore of Lake Petén is jam-packed with enchanting and inviting spaces, from airy hillside terraces to jungle nooks and waterside lounging spots. (pool, spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- Make your own tortillas with a local family who invites us into the kitchen before serving us lunch
- Hop across the border to Belize and our next rain forest retreat
- At Sleeping Giant Ceremonial Cave, explore the caverns once used as ancient Maya ritual sites
- Book an optional horseback-riding adventure with the hotel, walk the nearby trails or just kick back and unwind by the pool.
Nights 3-4
Luxury Hotel
Hammocks, hot tubs and a mountainous rain forest setting are among the many features of this refined and airy lodge. (pool)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- Zip-lining is the perfect way to get a monkey’s-eye view from the jungle canopy
- Taste and learn about Maya chocolate
- Grab a paddle and explore the mangroves of the Placencia Lagoon by kayak
- Devote the morning to warm water and unusual marine life during a snorkeling excursion on the Belize Barrier Reef, the longest coral reef outside Australia
- Enjoy a beachfront barbecue while listening to Garifuna drumming
- Stretch out in a morning yoga class.
Nights 5-6
Luxury Hotel
Stretched across 19 acres of pristine beachfront property, this luxuriously minimalist resort has all the makings of a tropical oasis. (pool, spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
End Placencia Airport & Travel Details
This trip has an activity level range of 1-3
All breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners
All accommodations on your Backroads trip
All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
Expertise and services of Backroads Trip Leaders
Fully equipped Backroads titanium bike, Wahoo GPS device, helmet and accessories
Bike fitting and equipment support throughout your trip
Lightweight carbon hiking poles
Backroads On Trip App with route maps, elevation profiles, daily snapshots and more
Additional local guides and experts, plus equipment for included activities as detailed in your itinerary
Exclusive activities, tours and cultural experiences, as detailed in your itinerary
All luggage transfers and porterage during your trip
Snacks and beverages between meals
Private cocktail and wine receptions on the first and last nights of your trip
Choice of Backroads cycling jersey, t-shirt or hat, plus water bottle and luggage tag
Detailed Travel Planner with destination tips and pre-trip information
