Experts in tailor-made holidays to Central America, Mexico & Cuba
Whether you’re in search of Maya ruins, beaches lapped by bright seas, rare birdlife or Baroque relics, Central America offers you a real depth and array of experiences. And though Central American countries may seem hard to pick and choose against at first, our specialists know that each country has its own particular marvels — such as Costa Rica’s out-of-the-way, wildlife-rich Osa Peninsula, Belize’s Blue Hole dive site, and Mexico’s chili-infused chocolate mole sauce.
Many of our specialists have lived or worked (often as guides) in this part of the world, and they return frequently to keep abreast of new developments. They’ll use all this knowledge to create your bespoke Central America tour. They’d also encourage you to include overlooked (but often just as rewarding) countries in your holiday to Central America, such as Nicaragua, Honduras, Guatemala or Panama.
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Trip ideas in Central America
These itineraries will give you a starting point for what your trip could entail. They cover routes that we've found work particularly well and feature some of our favourite places to stay. Treat them just as inspiration, as each trip is created uniquely for you and there are many more options available.
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Classic Costa Rica tour
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Classic Cuba tour
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Wildlife of Costa Rica
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Luxury Costa Rica
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Our expert guides to exploring Central America
Capturing our specialists’ extensive travel experience in Central America, these guides share inspiration, recommendations and our honest advice for how to enjoy the best of what the region can offer in the most authentic ways. From the wealth of options we describe, you can narrow down the choices and start to shape your own trip.
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What to do in Costa Rica: our highlights guide
One of the most biodiverse countries on the planet, Costa Rica attracts nature lovers and adrenaline seekers alike. Country specialist, Nik, picks out some of the country’s highlights, from white water rafting to wildlife spotting in the cloudforest.
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Wildlife holidays in Costa Rica
From birds to basilisks, Costa Rica specialist Holly lets you in on the country’s wildlife highlights. She also explains where exactly to go to increase your chances of observing all Costa Rica’s rich biodiversity.
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What to do in Cuba: our highlights guide
Country specialist, Anna, picks some of her top things to see and do in Cuba. Her highlights include wandering through Havana’s old town, listening to live music in Trinidad and hiking in the in Viñales Valley, Sierra del Rosario and Tope de Collantes.
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Luxury holidays in Costa Rica
Luxury in Costa Rica lies in the unrivalled wildlife that covers the country, from the Pacific to the Caribbean coast. With small hotels designed to make the best of the natural surroundings, this is barefoot luxury at its most pure.
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Family wildlife and adventure holidays in Costa Rica
Audley specialist Nik, a former wildlife guide in Costa Rica, explains why the country is such a great destination for families interested in adventure and wildlife holidays. He suggests where to go and which activities would appeal to children.
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Cuba: What to expect
Cuba remains a communist country with many of its own struggles. However, with an open mind, a sense of humour and an adventurous spirit, if you choose to visit you will be rewarded with a cultural experience unlike any other.
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Family holidays in Mexico
Audley travel specialist Anna shares her tips for where to go and what to do on a Mexico family holiday. Focusing on the Yucatán Peninsula, she explains how you can combine beach time with wildlife watching and visiting ancient ruins.
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The best beaches in Mexico and Central America, country by country
Thinking of including some beach time in your Central America trip? We outline the best beaches in each country and why we’re especially drawn to them — whether it’s for their sand, their snorkeling, or their ambiance.
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Family holidays in Belize
As one of the smallest countries in Central America, Belize is easy to get around and it has a great choice of family-friendly hotels and lodges. We can tailor-make your trip to help you and your family make the most of this fascinating, English-speaking country.
