Complete Honduras
(
12 days, 11 nights
)
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Day 1: San Pedro Sula
Arrival in San Pedro Sula. Transfer to your hotel.
Overnight in San Pedro Sula.
Day 2: San Pedro Sula – Copán
After breakfast, transfer by public bus to Copan and transfer
to your hotel. The rest of the afternoon is left free to enjoy
and explore the picturesque village of Copan. Overnight in
Copán.
Day 3: Copán
In the morning a local guide will meet you at your hotel and
escort you to the Copán Ruins Park, which is located
20 minutes walk away from Copán. You will tour the
legendary Archaeological Park of Copán, which consists
of two main sites, the ruins and the sepulchres. Learn about
the impressive 63-step stairway with over 2,500 hieroglyphs
and masterfully carved Stella. Rest of the afternoon is free
to enjoy and explore the cobble stoned streets of Copán.
Overnight in Copán Ruins.
Day 4: Copán – Cerro
Azul Meambar
Meet with your guide for the transfer to Cerro Azul Meambar
National Park. On the way we will visit the impressive Pulhapanzak
Waterfall located close the Yojoa Lake. The region around
Yojoa Lake is rich in different habitats, and is home to a
huge amount of migratory birds. The National Park Cerro Azul
Meambar works as a retreating area for many species because
of increased human activities around the Lake. Overnight Azul
Meambar Visitor’s Centre.
Day 5: Cerro Azul Meambar National
Park
Today we explore the magnificent tropical forests of the Cerro
Azul Meambar National Park. The National Park is one of the
main protected areas around Lake Yojoa, which is fed by the
small rivers of the surrounding mountains. We will hike to
the interchange zone between the tropical rainforest and the
tropical cloud forest enjoying impressive views of the lake.
Dinner and overnight Cerro Azul Meambar Visitor´s Centre.
Day 6: Cerro Azul Meambar –
Tegucigalpa
Transfer to Tegucigalpa, capital of Honduras. En route we
will visit the city of Comayagua, which was once the capital
of Honduras. We will visit the city’s colonial Cathedral
and learn about its interesting colonial history. After this
tour we continue onto Tegucigalpa. Overnight in Tegucigalpa.
Day 7: La Tigra National Park
After breakfast transfer to the visitors centre of La Tigra
National Park. La Tigra is home to an abundance of exotic
animal species, numerous waterfalls and many well maintained
trails. We shall enjoy a hike on the park trails, over the
mountain. In the afternoon we drive to Valle de Angeles, where
we visit the famous National Handicraft Centre. In the afternoon
return to Tegucigalpa. Overnight in Tegucigalpa.
Day 8: Tegucigalpa - Trujillo
Departure from Tegucigalpa to Olancho, Honduran’s interior.
This region is one the most unknown in Honduras. Driving through
a beautiful landscape we will reach the Caribbean town of
Trujillo in the afternoon. In Trujillo, we will visit the
Santa Barbara Fortress and William Walker´s grave, the
famous pirate who died here. Overnight in Trujillo.
Day 9: Capiro and Calentura National
Park
Early morning excursion to the Capiro and Calentura National
Park set on the mountain just behind Trujillo. The mountain
offers a great view of the majestic Trujillo Bay, one of the
most beautiful bays in the country. In the afternoon we board
a boat to explore the magnificent Guaymoreto Lagoon. Return
for your overnight accommodation in Trujillo.
Day 10: Trujillo – Lancetilla
– Tela
Transfer to Tela, travelling through some of the most picturesque
areas of Honduras. En route we will visit La Ceiba, one of
the most hospitable towns in Honduras. We will take a city
tour of the main attractions. Before reaching Tela we will
visit the Lancetilla Botanical Garden. The United Fruit Company
founded the gardens over 70 years ago as an experimental botanical
site. Overnight in Tela.
Day 11: Tela – Punta Izopo NP
In the morning we leave for Punta Izopo National Park. This
excursion involves kayaking through the maze of mangrove creeks
and rivers that make up this national park. The kayaks offer
the perfect mode of transport to explore the mangroves and
to observe the many animals and birds that inhabit the park.
Overnight in Tela.
Day 12: Tela – San Pedro Sula
Transfer to the San Pedro Sula airport on time to connect with your departure flight
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