Central America III
Saturday 28 Mar 2026 – Sunday 5 Apr 2026
9 days · 8 nights
Wander Expeditions
5+ years group traveling
Welcome to the Central American Expedition! This adventurous overland journey will take you through a diverse tapestry of cultures, landscapes, and experiences. Starting in the charming city of San José, Costa Rica, we'll embark on the roadtrip of a lifetime that will lead us through the heart of Central America. We have created the most efficient itinerary without sacrifizing the best experiences this region has to offer. Our roadtrip will be the best way to visit these 6 countries: Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, El Salvador, Guatemala and Belize (as add-on). One of those Expeditions we won't offer often. Don't miss the chance!
Itinerary
Day 0: Arrival San José (Costa Rica)
We will meet in San José (Costa Rica), the expedition officially starts here in the early morning on the following day. To maximize your experience, ensure you arrive in Costa Rica before November 26th. We recommend arriving a few days early to explore the area before embarking on this overland Expedition!
Day 1: San José to Rivas (Nicaragua)
We'll kick off our adventure by heading to Rio Celeste National Park, renowned for its stunning landscapes and vibrant blue river, before crossing the first border of our expedition into Nicaragua.
Overnight: Rivas (Nicaragua)
Day 2: San Juan del Sur - Granada
We'll make our way to the laid-back coastal town of San Juan del Sur, offering opportunities to relax on the beach, explore the town, or engage in various water activities. We'll then venture to Granada, known for its colonial architecture and picturesque surroundings.
Overnight: Granada
Day 3: Managua & Leon
Today, our route takes us to Managua before continuing to the charming city of Leon in Nicaragua.
Overnight: Leon
Day 4: Leon to Tegucigalpa (Honduras)
We'll cross the border into Honduras and reach its capital, Tegucigalpa. We will explore the city in the afternoon.
Overnight in Tegucigalpa
Day 5: Tegucigalpa & El Salvador.
We will drive from Tegucigalpa to the capital of our next country, San Salvador.
Overnight: San Salvador.
Day 6: Coatepeque & Volcan Santa Ana - Antigua Guatemala.
We'll embark on an early morning excursion to Coatepeque and Volcan Santa Ana before crossing the border into Guatemala, arriving in the picturesque town of Antigua by nightfall.
Overnight: Antigua
Day 7: Antigua and flight to Flores.
Free day to discover Antigua, known for its colonial buildings.
In the evening, we'll catch a domestic flight to Flores, located in the eastern part of Guatemala.
Overnight in Flores
Day 8: Tikal & Flores.
We'll explore the renowned Tikal Ruins in the morning, leaving the afternoon free for relaxation and exploration of Flores.
Overnight in Flores.
Day 9: Fly out.
Our Central American expedition comes to an end as you prepare to depart from Flores.
Alternatively, continuing to Belize will be offered as an add-on when you book.
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