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La Paz to Antigua Overview

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      EUR €6,758*
      GBP £5,466*
      NZD $11,070*
      ZAR R67,405*
      CHF FR7,772*
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  • 2013-01-01 - 2013-12-31

Cross the Americas on an epic overland adventure from La Paz, Bolivia, to Antigua, Guatemala

As far as ultimate American adventures go, this trip from La Paz to Antigua ticks all the boxes. Starting in La Paz, Bolivia, the tour ventures up through Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Panama, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, and finally ends in Antigua, Guatemala. Loaded with culture, history, architecture and bountiful nature, this incredible American adventure will leave you breathless. This exciting itinerary may be full of trekking up volcanoes, exploring vibrant cities, kayaking down emerald rivers, snorkelling over reefs and taking part in all manor of outdoor and cultural activities, but there is also a great balance of down time too, with beaches, forests and unspoilt nature to be enjoyed and relaxed in. So if you’re after a life-affirming, awe-inspiring and never-to-be-forgotten adventure, then this epic trip is it.

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La Paz to Antigua Summary

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Days 55-56 Covenas/San Bernardo Islands

Travel to Covenas on the Morrosquillo gulf and visit the ten islands of San Bernado. A myriad of wildlife species traverse the varying landscapes of stunning beaches, marshes and mangroves.

Days 57-59 Cartagena

Wander around beautiful Cartagena on a guided city tour. Discover Cartagena's old town, an exceptionally well preserved area full of cobblestone laneways, charming buildings and busy cafes. Experience the therapeutic effects of a mud bath on an optional visit to a bubbling mud volcano.

Day 60 Panama City

Discover Panama City's old and new sections, both with more culture than you can shake a stick at.

Day 61 Santa Clara

Staying in Santa Clara is the ideal opportunity to relax, swim in the lovely Pacific Ocean and camp by the beach.

Days 62-63 Chiriqui

Panama’s ‘wonderland’, Chiriqui, offers activities like rafting, hiking and volcano walks, as well as pristine beaches and lush tropical forests.

Days 64-65 Manuel Antonio National Park

Sleep in cabins set within the jungle in Manuel Antonio National Park, embarking on jungle walks, relaxing on palm-lined beaches or swimming in cerulean waters.

Day 66 San Jose

Pay a visit to the capital of Costa Rica, San Jose, and get to know its intriguing neighbourhoods, vibrant markets and lively nightlife.

Days 67-68 Monteverde

Stay within the rainforest at Costa Rica’s Monteverde, and perhaps witness some of the diverse local flora and fauna during a visit to the Cloud Forest Reserve.

Days 69-70 La Fortuna/Arenal Volcano National Park

See Arenal Volcano’s glowing lava flow at night, and marvel at this beautiful area's majesty during the day.

Days 71-72 Ometepe Island

Cross Lake Nicaragua, Central America’s largest lake, to Isla Ometepe, where two volcanoes, lush vegetation and a wide range of wildlife await.

Day 73 Granada

Explore the oldest city of the ‘new world’, Granada, which is rich in colonial history and a beautiful place to visit.

Day 74 Masaya National Park

Experience the wondrous crater and lava flows belonging to the active volcano in the heart of the Masaya National Park.

Day 75 Leon

Head to the university town of Leon, peppered with derelict buildings and walls adorned with political murals and graffiti.

Day 76 Lake Yojoa

Visit Lake Yojoa, where an overnight lakeside camp is the ideal opportunity to take in the surroundings.

Days 77-79 Roatan Island

Relax in the blissful, crystal-clear waters of Roatan Island, home to gorgeous beaches, intriguing mangroves and the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, second in size only to Australia’s Great Barrier Reef.

Days 80-81 Copan

Get up close to the ancient ruins of Copan, one of Honduras’s most striking Mayan sites.

Day 82 Suchitoto

Wander the cobbled, colourful streets of Suchitoto, which are lined with beautiful whitewashed houses.

Day 83 Cerro Verde National Park

Experience amazing views of surrounding volcanoes and countryside in Cerro Verde National Park.

Days 84-85 El Imposible National Park

Discover the verdant forest and biological diversity of stunning El Imposible National Park, complete with pumas, tigrillos and black crested eagles.

Days 86-87 Antigua

Discover the cobbled streets of Antigua and perhaps head out of the city to climb up Pacaya, the area’s active volcano.
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What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    La Paz, Bolivia

  • Finish:

    Antigua, Guatemala

  • Group size:

    Min 4 , Max 22

  • Ages:

    Min 18

  • Meals:

    All meals when camping

  • Accommodation:

    Cabin (2 nts), Camping (with basic facilities) (2 nts), Camping (with facilities) (31 nts), Guesthouse (6 nts), Homestay (1 nt), Hostel (6 nts), Hotel (32 nts), Lodge (3 nts)

  • Transport:

    Boat, Overland vehicle, Train

  • Included activities:

    3 night/3 day Amazon Adventure, Alternative Inca Trail and Quechua Community trek, Ballestas Islands boat trip, Chan Chan Archaeological Site, Chauchilla cemetery, City tour, Coffee Plantation Tour, Manizales, Cuzco Visitor Ticket, El Penon de Guatape, Guided tour of Cartagena, Guided tour of ruins, Guided tour to San Bernardo islands, Hat Factory Tour, Isla del Sol boat trip, Lord of Sipan Museum, Machu Picchu guided tour, Mitad del Mundo, Paracas National Park, Pyramids of Sun and Moon, Raqchi Artisan Centre and ruins, Sillustani Ruins and Museum w/Guide, Tour of the Sacred Valley, Sacsayhuaman and Ollantaytambo, Trek from Quilotoa to Chugchilan, Trekking, Uros Island boat trip on Lake Titicaca, Visit to Santuario la Lajas, Visit to the Panama Canal

  • Notes:

    Please note that this trip requires minimum numbers to depart, and may be cancelled up until 56 days prior to departure. The places showing on the dates and availability page are an indication only so please contact Intrepid to check if your preferred date will depart before making any final arrangements, such as booking non-changeable flights.

  • Total price from

    USD $8,995*
    CAD $8,945*
    AUD $8,701*
    EUR €6,758*
    GBP £5,466*
    NZD $11,070*
    ZAR R67,405*
    CHF FR7,772*
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  • * Refer to booking conditions
  • ‡ As our kitty is flexible the indicated amount is indicative only - please click here to view the kitty amount for your departure date.

  • Per day from:

    USD $103
    CAD $102
    AUD $100
    EUR €77
    GBP £62
    NZD $127
    ZAR R774
    CHF FR89
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    • 87
    • GDBEC
    • Total price tool tip
      USD $8,995*
      CAD $8,945*
      AUD $8,701*
      EUR €6,758*
      GBP £5,466*
      NZD $11,070*
      ZAR R67,405*
      CHF FR7,772*
      *
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You must check that permits are available for the date you start the Inca Trail. For example, if your trip starts on July 11, and the Inca Trail starts on day 4, you will need your permit on July 14.

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Inca Trail permits may still be available, please contact us so we can check the current availability and make arrangements for you.

Alternative Routes

Inca Trail permits are now sold out. However, you can opt to hike the Inca Quarry Trail - with spectacular and diverse sceneries this trek is an exceptional alternative to the very busy Inca Trail. Alternatively, travel by train through the picturesque Urubamba Valley to Aguas Calientes. Both options include a visit to Machu Picchu! Please contact us to arrange the one that suits you best!