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Trip in Caribbean & Maya Culture

Discover the vibrant Caribbean destinations in Panamá and Colombia and immerse into the Maya culture of Guatemala.

Overview

DAY 01: Arrival to Cartagena de Indias, Colombia

Our local guide will be waiting at your arrival flight to drive you to your accommodation.

Cartagena de Indias, commonly known as Cartagena, is a historic port city on the northern coast of Colombia. It is one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations, renowned for its well-preserved colonial architecture, vibrant culture, and rich history.
The city is known for its diverse and delicious cuisine, which reflects a blend of Spanish, African, and indigenous influences. Seafood is particularly popular, given Cartagena’s coastal location.
Cartagena has a rich cultural heritage, including music, dance, and folklore. The city has produced various influential artists, musicians, and writers.

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The accommodation offers a free bike to discover the town by yourself. Bikes subject to availability. Cartagena has a significant historical importance, as it was a major port for the Spanish Empire during the colonial era. The city was a target for pirates and foreign powers due to its strategic location and wealth. Old Town (Ciudad Vieja): The heart of Cartagena is its historic Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This area is characterized by narrow streets, colorful colonial buildings with balconies adorned with flowers, and lively plazas. The architecture reflects a mix of Spanish, African, and indigenous influences. The city is surrounded by well-preserved defensive walls and forts built to protect it from invasions. The most famous of these is the Castillo San Felipe de Barajas, a massive fortress located on a hill overlooking the city.
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Early in the morning our local driver will pick you up to transfer you to the Airport.

At your arrival in Panamá, our local guide will be waiting to drive you to your accommodation. The guide will be able to help you with your local SIM card.
Panama City is a dynamic and cosmopolitan metropolis that combines modernity with a rich historical and cultural heritage. Its strategic location, economic significance, and diverse attractions make it a compelling destination in Central America.

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This day the guide will be waiting you at the lobby of your hotel to drive you to Albrook Airport to take your domestic flight to Isla Colon (BOC), Bocas Del Toro.

Once in Bocas del Toro our local guide there will receive you and transfer you at your lodge.
Bocas del Toro is a popular destination for those seeking a combination of natural beauty, water activities, and a relaxed Caribbean atmosphere. The islands offer a tropical paradise with a unique blend of adventure and cultural experiences.

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At the morning, meeting with the local guide at the hotel to reach the pier from which we will leave for the private boat excursion. Cash payment of the ANAM fee (U$ 20.00 per person) to the organizer (included). The tour starts from the Dolphin Bay, near Isla Cristóbal, where dolphins can be seen swimming next to the boat. After seeing these magnificent creatures, we continue with a visit to Cayo Coral to snorkel in the coral reef with countless colorful fish such as sponges, lobsters and squid. The tour ends in Cayo Zapatilla, two islands formed by a coral platform that takes its indigenous name from a fruit that grows on them. On the way we will stop in the mangroves of some islets to spot sloths and multicolored birds in their natural habitat. Reached the splendid beach with white sand, time available to relax in the crystal clear Caribbean sea. Possibility to take a free path of about 20 minutes in a marked trail in the internal forest to see curious tropical plants, such as the eternal tree, and which leads to the end of the island where loggerhead and green turtles use the beaches nesting. In the afternoon, around 3:30 pm, return to the hotel and the rest of the day at leisure.

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In the morning our local guide will pick you up to transfer you at the airport for your domestic flight to Ciudad de Panamá.

At your arrival our local guide will transfer you to your accommodation

Night tour with a private guide to visit all the best places in the Old City (Casco Viejo) for a trendy night (duration 4 hours).
Pick up time: 19:30h
Similar to Cartagena, Panama City has a historic district known as Casco Viejo, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This area preserves the city’s colonial history with charming streets, historic buildings, and vibrant square.

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At morning our local guide will pick you up to transfer you at Airport for your flight to Guatemala

At your arrival in Guatemala City, you will have to take your domestic flight to Mundo Maya. Our representative will be waiting for you to take and store your luggage at the Hotel in Guatemala City.


At your arrival in Mundo Maya, our driver will be waiting you to transfer you to your accommodation:

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This day your guide will pick you up at your accommodation to have a private full day tour exploring the amazing Maya World!


You will start visiting Tikal at morning and finishing in Yaxha with the sunset.


Guatemala is known for having thousands of archeological Mayan ruins and while the lost city of Tikal is known as the capital of Mayan civilization, there are still more than 60.000 hidden Mayan structures. Most of these are located very deep in the jungle and some have not even been discovered by archaeologists yet.


Petén: The heart of Mayan culture
The region of Petén is probably where the Maya empire started and the best location for travelers to start exploring the Maya culture. Here, Tikal is a must, but for those with some extra time and a desire to explore a less touristic, more natural and at the same time well preserved Maya city, Yaxhá is the place to go.


Yaxhá is located only 30 km southeast from Tikal and this former Maya city is one the most beautiful archeological sites in Petén. Its well-preserved structures and impressive architecture astonish travelers looking to get a more real perception of the Maya culture and how it was to explore these hidden cities hundreds of year ago.

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This day you will have the morning free to enjoy your accommodation and at the afternoon you will be picked up to your domestic flight to Ciudad de Guatemala.

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In the morning our local guide will pick you up to transfer you at Airport for your flight to Ciudad de Mexico.

At your arrival in Ciudad de Mexico our local driver will be waiting to transfer you to your accommodation.

Mexico City is a dynamic metropolis with a mix of historical and modern elements, offering visitors a rich cultural experience, diverse attractions, and a taste of Mexico’s fascinating history and traditions.

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Free day to explore Ciudad de México.
A city tour of Mexico City can encompass a wide range of attractions and experiences, given the city’s rich history, culture, and diverse neighborhoods.

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Free day to explore Ciudad de México.
A city tour of Mexico City can encompass a wide range of attractions and experiences, given the city’s rich history, culture, and diverse neighborhoods.

Why people loves nave tours

NMC
NMC
2023-04-15
A Special Travel Agent During our family's trip to Chile and Argentina from December 2022 to January 2023, Mario Mellado from Nave Tours provided exceptional service. Mario promptly responded to our requests and worked with us to create a customized itinerary that included excellent guides and hotel accommodations. Even when we faced an unexpected airline disruption that required several changes to our plans, Mario quickly responded and efficiently reworked our itinerary. He also ensured that we received eligible refunds for prepaid hotel costs. Mario went above and beyond to make our trip enjoyable, demonstrating a high level of care for our family's needs. Overall, we highly recommend Mario and Nave Tours for their excellent service.
Travelwag
Travelwag
2023-03-26
I highly recommend NAVE TOURS. I was struggling to book travel to Chile when I came across Chiara on a web search. I was reluctant to book with a company unknown to me, but after meeting face to face via WhatsApp with Chiara, my husband and I felt comfortable booking with her. She made excellent recommendations and saved us from spending time in undesirable locations. Chiara was exceptionally responsive and got back to me in a very timely manner as we worked to put an itinerary together. The 3 weeks went without a hitch. Incredibly all the tour guides and transfers arrived exactly as planned. The tours were all with English speaking guides and excellent. I can’t recommend this company enough. In regards to the payment, Nave suggested using WISE money transfer. This was a leap of faith for me as I was not familiar with this platform. The fees are exceptionally low for transfers. I took the plunge and hoped for the best and again, this payment method worked well. If we travel in South America again I will be booking with Nave Tours.
AHMED
AHMED
2023-01-02
Tailored trips by Mario(Nave Tours) Mario arranged everything in my trip from A to Z tailored on my requirements, and given attention to details based on previous trips which he arranged(like in what are my accommodation preferences, duration of stays, private transportation , etc.). In addition, the people who pick me up from airport are always English speakers, friendly and besides they are locals. So they explain detailed history of the places visiting and also offering any sort of support needed. I only rely on Mario for my Central/South American countries, highly recommended!!
Erin P
Erin P
2022-12-12
Definitely worth hiking Aguas de Ramon in Santiago We used nave tours to hike Aguas de Ramon outside of Santiago! He booked a guide for us that arranged communication, pick up, drop off, park fees, and info. Our guide was wonderful and very accommodating. He carried our extra water and let one of us use his hiking stick. It would have been a much less enjoyable hike without his presence!
Marian S
Marian S
2020-03-06
Made to feel special I travelled solo to Chile in February 2020. I booked an Antarctic Cruise leaving from Punta Arenas and wanted activities on either side of the cruise dates that would give me a fair view of what Chile is like. After months of exploring ideas, available tours and costs I despaired at finding anything suitable that did not involve paying a single supplement for accommodation or space on a tour. I Googled for travel agents with specialised knowledge of Chile and asked for help in securing single-priced accommodation in specific places. Only one agent responded - Nave Tours. Within no time Mario and I agreed on places and activities. He gave valuable input on my ideas and was accommodating in my wish to experience the Mapuche culture. His arrangements here exceeded my expectations.Two weeks before I was due to leave for Chile my Antarctic cruise was cancelled, leaving a gaping hole in my itinerary. Within three days of asking Mario to help fill the gap and expand the range of places to see, it was all finalised and paid for. He extended my scope to include the desert area around La Serena because he knew I'd be interested in indigenous culture. This was a superb idea.The logistics of travel went off without a hitch. Where travel time was long he ensured that my driver was English speaking so I could have conversations about Chile, its culture, history and current tensions. Every plane was met. Each hotel booked without complications on arrival or departure.Mario's email responses to my queries from the far side of the Atlantic at all hours made me feel he didn't sleep much and that I was the only client who mattered. I felt super safe in his hands. I could relax and enjoy my holiday.
Esther C
Esther C
2020-01-27
trip of a lifetime i was googling for agents who could plan a trip to patagonia that would cover 1) all the places i wanted and 2) for the dates that i could travel. loads of agencies out there but nothing that fit my bill or wallet. stumbled across Nanook, which is essentially a matchmaker between you and one of their agents local to the place you want to go, and that’s how i met Mario of Navetours. Mario’s emails may come across curt at first, but i realised that’s just how he phrases things. almost every email i sent was promptly replied to, and with the information i needed. as a solo female, i had loads of questions and concerns about my safety, but Mario was able to put me at ease. when the protests in santiago broke out, he also kept me updated and even offered to change hotels for me to a suburb that was safer and further away from the protests. the tours that he arranged for me were great. i enjoyed myself immensely travelling to south patagonia, tierra del fuego and atacama. the pace was just nice and the people i’ve met were great and friendly too! whatever activities and hikes i wanted to do, mario was able to recommend the right ones. if there’s one that was slightly economically unsound, Mario also made sure that i know before i make any commitment.we kept in constant contact throughout my trip using WhatsApp, which was great for when there’s any issue. the only qualm i had was with the Keoken Hostel; the staff was aloof and even grumpy when they realised i was right and had a reservation with them - when it was actually their staff who forgot to key it in after receiving payment months ago. i’m sure there’re way better accommodations in Punta Arenas. in any case, i would highly recommend Mario and Navetours if you’re heading to Patagonia!
Monika M
Monika M
2019-10-07
Great service and professional partner. Great service for our travel agency's client from Poland. Nave Tours organized a tailor made trip lasting over 3 weeks including Argentina, Uruguay and Brazil. The cooperation was fantastic and very professional on each step - from planning till the end of guest's trip. Great people, very helpful and perfect organization. An unforgettable experience for our client. We are looking forward to working with you again.
Ida Elise T
Ida Elise T
2019-07-30
Peru and Bolivia Very good service and help to create the perfect in Peru and Boliva. Included all the highlights we wanted to see and made a program that was easy to understand and where all the details were included.
joeymantua
joeymantua
2019-06-05
Amazing tour guide and enriching cultural experience I went on a study abroad trip with my school visiting Santiago (Chile), Valparaiso (Chile), and Buenos Aires (Argentina). My group's tour guide Mario was personable, informative and great at planning activities. Not only did he take us to great restaurants and tourist attractions but he also provided us with recommendations for when we had nothing planned. Mario's dedication to our group was incredible and he definitely left a positive mark on me and my whole group.
Christina
Christina
2019-06-04
An unforgettable experience. For two weeks, I as well as 19 of my peers went on a study abroad trip to Santiago, Chile and Buenos Aires, Argentina with Mario as our tour guide. This was my first time ever traveling out of the United States and everything was EXCELLENT. Mario truly made it an unforgettable experience. He was always patient with our group, made sure everything was scheduled accordingly, and was able to bounce back and work quickly to resolve any bumps that came along. His outgoing and caring personality made the trip even more enjoyable, and I was genuinely sad to see him go when our trip was over.

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