Overview & Highlights
Highlights of this three week overland escorted tour in Central America include the Mayan ruins of Copán, the Panama Canal and Ometepe Island, as well as the colonial cities of Granada, León, Suchitoto and Antigua.
Jumping off from the Panama Canal, this really is a journey of discovery, revealing the highlights of 6 countries crammed into the isthmus linking Mexico with South America. Crowned by a chain of volcanoes, dotted with twinkling lakes, blessed with a balmy mix of tropical and temperate climate, and punctuated with lively indigenous villages, Mayan ruins and impressive colonial towns, these lands offer a breathtaking experience for visitors.
The area is especially rich in its biodiversity, and extensive national parks have been established in the sultry rainforests, along the sparkling coastline and across the rocky mountain slopes, where profuse wildlife can be observed in its natural habitat. Explore some delightful towns, hike, ride, raft, shop; there is something here to indulge every enthusiasm.
For the 2023 itinerary please see the separate Alcion: Central America Disovery page
- Panama City: tour of old town and the Panama Canal
- Monteverde: guided tour of one of the nature reserves
- Ometepe: tour of island
- Granada: Masaya Volcano National Park and market
- Granada: walking tour of Granada
- Suchitoto: town tour
- Copán: guided tour of the ruins
- Antigua: guided tour
THE UK’S NO. 1 SPECIALIST IN TRAVEL TO LATIN AMERICA
Jessica de Gier
Tour Leader
Outline itinerary
UK clients depart, arriving Panama City the same evening.
Day 1
Overnight in the capital.
Day 2
Explore Panama City and the Canal.
Day 3
Travel west to the highland town of Boquete.
Day 4
Travel to the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica
Day 5
Continue to Sarapiqui.
Day 6
Explore National Parks, bird watch, white-water raft or just relax.
Days 7-8
Visit the Monteverde cloud forest.
Day 9
Cross into Nicaragua
Days 10-11
Explore Ometepe Island
Day 12
By boat and road to colonial Granada.
Day 13
Visit Masaya National Park
Day 14
Travel to the former political hothouse of León
Day 15
Bus through Honduras and into El Salvador
Days 16-17
Travel to Suchitoto and explore the town
Days 18-19
Visit the Mayan ruins of Copán.
Days 20-21
Cross into Guatemala and continue to colonial Antigua.
Day 22
Depart for international flight or extension.
UK clients arrive home the following day.
Things to do
We proudly offer the widest range of activities, excursions and one-of-a-kind experiences across all our destinations, tried and tested personally by our travel experts.
Accommodation
Browse our unrivalled portfolio of accommodation . Every option has been carefully chosen by our team of travel experts, so you can rest assured that you’ll relax in utter comfort.
Holiday Extensions
If there's somewhere you particularly want to go that isn't included in this tour, we can add on an extension to take you there.
What our clients say
Our Expert's Opinion
The Alcion 3-week road journey combines the highlights of six Central American countries. A colourful medley of dramatic landscapes where active volcanoes tower over farmlands, lakes and steamy jungles. The stories about Mayan Empires, pirates and banana republics continue to fascinate me.
Inspired by this trip
Our exciting range of articles on Latin America explore everything from iconic destinations and lesser-known cultural gems to delicious traditional recipes. You’ll also find exclusive travel tips, first-hand client reviews and the chance to get your personal questions answered by our travel experts.
Papagaio
Your edit for Latin American inspiration
Our exciting range of articles on Latin America explore everything from iconic destinations and lesser-known cultural gems to delicious traditional recipes. You’ll also find exclusive travel tips, first-hand client reviews and the chance to get your personal questions answered by our travel experts.
View Extraordinary Inspiration
