Anchorage to Panama City Itinerary

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      USD $6,565
      CAD $6,605
      AUD $6,385
      EUR €5,115
      GBP £3,980
      NZD $8,180
      ZAR R51,040
      CHF FR5,920
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      USD $9,495*
      CAD $9,450*
      AUD $9,189*
      EUR €7,160*
      GBP £5,767*
      NZD $11,696*
      ZAR R71,418*
      CHF FR8,237*
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Beach, Manuel Antonio National Park, Costa Rica

Banff, Canada

Beach in Tulum, Mexico

Colourful textiles, Antigua

Chichen Itza, Mexico

Monument valley, USA

Yellowstone National Park

Palanque, Mexico

Bagel, USA

Grand Canyon

Day 1 Anchorage

Enjoy free time to explore the delights of Anchorage, Alaska’s largest city.
ACCOM: Hostel - 1

Days 2-3 Seward/Kenai Fjords National Park

Marvel at the sights and sounds of Kenai Fjords National Park, and witness the remarkable Portage Glacier.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Days 4-6 Denali National Park

Go grizzly-bear spotting on a guided tour of Denali National Park. Perhaps go on a scenic flight over Mount McKinley.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 3

Days 7-8 Maclaren

Contrast time spent in a traditional lodge with camping in among the wilds of the remote Alaskan wilderness.
ACCOM: Bush camp (no facilities) - 1, Lodge - 1

Days 9-10 McCarthy/Wrangell-St Elias National Park

Explore the walking trails, tranquil lakes, open grasslands and untamed beauty of Wrangell-St Elias National Park – the largest national park in the USA.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 11 Tok

Wander through the small Alaskan town of Tok; a major centre for dogsledding. Don’t pass up the opportunity to view the renowned dog-sleigh exhibition.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 12-13 Dawson

Travel amid stunning scenery 300 kms along the ‘Top of the World Highway’ before entering Dawson City, Canada, which was once a hub of activity for gold prospectors.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 14 Whitehorse

The capital of the Yukon Territory, Whitehorse is a lovely town to explore and relax in, especially at the hot springs located just near camp.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Day 15 Cotton Lake

After a long day of driving through the incredible British Colombian countryside, chill out with a book or wander along the shores of Cotton Lake.

Days 16-17 Hyder

Cross back into the USA and camp in Hyder, the ideal location to explore the Misty Fjords National Park.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 18 Hazelton

Head into the famed Rocky Mountains, stopping for an awesome cultural experience at the Ksan Indian Village in Hazelton.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 19-20 Jasper National Park

Arrive in Jasper amid amazing scenery. Choose to wander along some of the area's magnificent hiking trails or take the tramway in Whistler for awe-inspiring views over the mountains.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Days 21-23 Banff National Park

Located in the heart of the Rockies, Banff has excellent bars and restaurants, excellent hiking and heaps of exciting activities to discover.
ACCOM: Camping (with basic facilities) - 3

Days 24-25 Glacier National Park

Return to the USA, and stop off at Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump to learn the history of America’s buffaloes en route to Glacier National Park, where amazing glaciers and world-class trekking await.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Days 26-28 Yellowstone National Park/Gardiner

Make tracks to the famed Yellowstone National Park and its famous geysers while keeping eyes peeled for moose, bison, elk and grizzly or black bears.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 3

Days 29-30 Jackson Hole/Grand Teton National Park

Stopover at Grand Teton National Park, with its spectacular mountain scenery and range of exciting outdoor activities to be had. Then it’s off to Jackson Hole, the home of the rodeo!
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 31 Salt Lake City

The most populated city in Utah and the home of Mormon culture, Salt Lake City has some fascinating history and the beautiful Great Salt Lake to discover.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 32-34 Moab/Arches National Park/Canyonlands National Park

Visit the rocky scenery, countless canyons and meandering rivers of the Arches and Canyonlands national parks, both having perfect for mini-adventures and off-the-beaten-track exploring.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 3

Day 35 Monument Valley

Arrive in the iconic Monument valley – the film set for countless Western movies. Stop off at Mexican Hat and Gooseneck State Park on the way and soak up the breathtaking scenery.
ACCOM: Hogan - 1

Day 36 Lake Powell

Witness the Navajo National Monument before heading into Arizona to stay beside the impressive Lake Powell.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Day 37 Bryce Canyon National Park

Appreciate the dramatic-looking hoodoos at Bryce Canyon before camping in the picturesque environs of Kodachrome Basin State Park.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Day 38 Zion National Park

Discover the electrifying Zion National Park. Take to the trails for unsurpassed hiking or perhaps see its beautiful waterways by kayak or tube.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 39-40 Las Vegas

Get an eye-full of the remarkable Hoover Dam then it’s off to Vegas for bright city lights, casino hopping and non-stop entertainment.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Days 41-42 Grand Canyon National Park

The awesomeness of the Grand Canyon can’t be described in words – it just has to be seen to be realised. Discover its magnitude on optional treks, walks or even from the skies.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 43 Tombstone

Experience a real ‘Wild West’ frontier at Tombstone, where the legends of cowboys have been kept alive by daily re-enactments of gunfights.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Day 44 Los Mochis

Say ‘hola’ to Mexico as the trip drives to the Pacific coastal town of Los Mochis for the night.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 45-46 Sayulita

Hang ten in the surfing town of Sayulit, where beach camping offers the ideal opportunity to soak up Mexico's sun, surf and sand - and perhaps testing out any surfing prowess.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 47 Tequila

Taste the local tipple at Tequila, which has the smell of blue agave – from which tequila is distilled – hanging thickly in the air. Bottoms up!
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 48-49 Angahuan

As the gateway to the Paricutin Volcano, Angahuan is the perfect place from which to trek around – or up - this epic Mexican volcano.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 50 Patzcuaro

Relax in the beguiling town of Patzcuaro, soaking up its lakeside surrounds and learning about its dramatic history.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 51-52 Mexico City

With the world’s largest metropolitan area and home to some 20 million people – there’s plenty of action in Mexico City, whether making the most of the local heritage, indulging in culinary masterpieces, watching life go by in the Alameda Central or jumping into the nightlife.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Days 53-54 Oaxaca

Enjoy staying at a traditional posada. Take a look around the resplendent colonial city of Oaxaca before taking a guided tour around the Zapotec Ruins.
ACCOM: Guesthouse - 2

Days 55-57 San Cristobal De Las Casas

Stay in a family run hotel and enjoy a boat trip down the Sumidero Canyon during a stay in the lovely San Cristobel de las Casas.
ACCOM: Hotel - 3

Day 58 Yaxchilan

Pay a visit to the Mayan ruins of Yaxchilan before hopping aboard a boat to see the impressive murals of Bonampak.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 59-60 Palenque

Encounter the waterfalls of Agua Azul and Misol-Ha en route to Palenque, where the sight of this incredible, ruined city rising from the jungle is truly something to behold.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 61 Merida

As the state capital of Yucatan, Merida boasts thriving markets and a bustling nightlife.
ACCOM: Hotel - 1

Day 62 Chichen Itza

A short drive to Chichen Itza reveals one of the most spectacular Mayan sites in Central America, where the daily light and sound show is sure to impress.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 63-64 Tulum

Reach the Caribbean Coast for some blissful camping on a remote beach near Xpu Ha. Then, venture to the alluring clifftop ruins of Maya-Toltec.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Days 65-67 Caye Caulker

Wave goodbye to Mexico as a boat trip moves on to Caye Caulker in Belize. Relaxing to the max is compulsory on this idyllic Caribbean island.
ACCOM: Hotel - 3

Days 68-69 San Ignacio

Head to the Belize mainland, where there’s time to have a nosey around Belize City before moving on to San Ignacio – a beautiful town with lots of outdoor activities to enjoy or a place to simply relax.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 70 Tikal

Drive across to Guatemala and be dumbstruck by the Mayan ruins of Tikal, with its temples hiding among the tropical jungle.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 71-72 Poptun

Get to know what local life is like in Guatemala while spending time on a working farm in Poptun.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 73 Livingston

Soak up the unique Caribbean feel of the town and enjoy a splash in the local hot pools.
ACCOM: Hotel - 1

Day 74 San Andres Itzapa

Jump aboard another boat and travel along the Rio Dulce to arrive in San Andres Itzapa where we spend the night at a community project assisting victims of domestic violence.
ACCOM: Guesthouse - 1

Days 75-77 Panajachel/Lake Atitlan/Chichicastenango

Soak up the atmosphere of Panajachel, which is situated on the shores of the beautiful Lake Atitlan. Perhaps embark on an optional boat trip around the lake that takes in the surrounding villages. The following day, visit Chichicastenango and its fantastic, multi-coloured market.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Days 78-79 Antigua

Appreciate the last couple of days in Guatemala by delving into the charms and wonder of Antigua.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Days 80-81 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.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 82 Cerro Verde National Park

Experience amazing views of surrounding volcanoes and countryside in Cerro Verde National Park.
ACCOM: Camping (with basic facilities) - 1

Day 83 Suchitoto

Wander the colourful streets of Suchitoto, which are lined cobblestone roads that lead to beautiful whitewashed houses.
ACCOM: Hotel - 1

Days 84-85 Copan

Get up close to the ancient ruins of Copan, one of Honduras’s most striking Mayan sites.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Days 86-88 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.
ACCOM: Guesthouse - 3

Day 89 Lake Yojoa

Visit Lake Yojoa, where an overnight lakeside camp is the ideal opportunity to take in the surroundings.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Day 90 Leon

Enter Nicaragua and head to the university town of Leon, peppered with derelict buildings and walls adorned with political murals and graffiti.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Day 91 Masaya National Park

Experience the wondrous crater and lava flows belonging to the active volcano in the heart of the Masaya National Park.
ACCOM: Camping (with basic facilities) - 1

Day 92 Granada

Explore the oldest city of the ‘new world’, Granada, which is rich in colonial history and a beautiful place to visit.
ACCOM: Hotel - 1

Days 93-94 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.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Days 95-96 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.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Days 97-98 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.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Day 99 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.
ACCOM: Hotel - 1

Days 100-101 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.
ACCOM: Cabin - 2

Days 102-103 Chiriqui

Panama’s ‘wonderland’, Chiriqui, which offers activities like rafting, hiking and volcano walks, as well as pristine beaches and lush tropical forests.
ACCOM: Guesthouse - 2

Day 104 Santa Clara

An ideal opportunity to relax, swim in the lovely Pacific Ocean and camp by the beach before heading to Panama City.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 105-106 Panama City

Visit the Panama Canal with enough time left to explore the city’s colourful neighbourhoods and soak up the last of the Central American atmosphere.
ACCOM: Hotel - 1