Today visit the village of Jocotenango; located just on the outskirts of Antigua, this is where you can visit the wonderful Azotea Coffee farm and museum. On have a guided tour of the farm & the museum (covering Mayan traditional music and costume), learn about the importance of coffee in Guatemala's history and its impact today as well as hearing about the Mayan way of life. Admire the intere...
On your Guatemalan holiday you can watch the sunset from the beautiful Yaxha ruins. This lesser visited Mayan ceremonial site is set atop a hill overlooking two scenic lakes with particularly picturesque views. Before dark, climb to the top of the temple and enjoy sunset drinks and snacks as the sun sets over the surrounding rainforest and nearby lake Yaxha. Experience the sounds of the jungle as ...
For a unique experience, camp within the jungle community and the archeological site of Uaxactun. Learn all about this fascinating Mayan temple site as well as what life is like within the jungle and for the local community. Developed by our Guatemalan suppliers with the local Uaxactun community, the guide will be from the Uaxactun village. The site of Uaxactun is the oldest complete Mayan astrono...
This morning take a private cruise along the Rio Dulce River through the central canyon and down to the Garifuna town of Livingston on the Coast. On the way, look out for bird island - a close growth of mangroves and trees in the river, creating the perfect living conditions for a variety of birds. Gently float past the entrance to the Biotopo Chocón Machacas in the hopes of glimpsing the ...
This morning depart the bus station in Cusco for a journey to Puno, on the shores of Lake Titicaca; en route enjoy the magnificent scenery of the valley south of Cusco. Pass through the high altiplano, taking in some of the most dramatic scenery in the country. Make a stop at Andahuaylillas, which has a beautiful 17th Century church containing an impressive organ decorated with angels and cherubs....
Today explore the breath-taking Poas Volcano and learn about the coffee-farming industry that thrives on its fertile slopes. At Poas Volcano National Park, trek to a viewpoint overlooking the cloud forests and aquamarine lake within its crater. As the billowing smoke and steam escape from its fumaroles and sulphuric lake, watch out for erupting geysers. The Vargas family has been growing and harve...
An early collection from your hotel this morning, either with your private guide or as part of a group, to the majestic Table Mountain (weather conditions permitting) (we suggest purchasing your tickets online before arriving) The views from the top of Table Mountain are breath taking! From here you can find your bearings before being taken on a tour of the city itself. Take a walk through the co...
After being collected from your hotel this morning, you will make your way along the Atlantic Seaboard to the Cape Peninsula, passing Sea Point, Clifton beach and Camps Bay stopping at Hout bay before continuing on to the Cape Of Good Hope Nature Reserve and Cape Point, which is well known as the place where the Atlantic and Indian Ocean meet. The views from Cape Point are spectacular. From here ...
For the more adventurous adrenalin junkies, this is both a thrilling but also educational excursion to see the endangered Great White Shark up close and personal. Pick up from your hotel is early in the morning. You will be taken to a little town called Klein Bay which is near Hermanus and Gansbaai. Here you will be given a safety briefing before boarding your boat and being taken to Dyer Island ...
Today you will be collected from your hotel for your full day visit to the winelands, a short but incredibly scenic drive through mountain ranges and vineyards. Your first stop is in Stellenbosch – the University city of the winelands, here you will see Cape Dutch architecture and rich history. The streets are lined with giant oak trees and beautifully preserved historic buildings. There is...
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