The Best Extended Trip Organized Tours in Central America, One Month or Longer

Guided Group Tours, Vacation Packages, or Planned Itineraries

Central America

Imagine yourself on a multi-month extended trip adventure to Central America, exploring captivating destinations, savoring delicious cuisine, and creating memories that will last a lifetime. But which extended-length tour is best for your needs? Don't worry, we've done the research for you, analyzing numerous multi-month guided organized tours, holiday packages, and tour packages based on price, guest ratings, and activities, to find the top extended trip and gap year guided tours to Central America. These options offer the perfect length of time to fully immerse yourself in the wonders of Central America, striking a harmonious balance between relaxation and exhilaration. Get ready to embark on a thrilling trip that will leave you rejuvenated and yearning for more. Let's get to it, find your perfect epic journey from our chosen list below.


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  • 33 Days, $4450.00

  • 31 Days, $4890.00

  • 47 Days, $7155.00
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The Best Extended Trip Tours through Central America

Including guided tours, organized tours, holiday packages, all-inclusive vacations, and guided itineraries.

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Organized by Intrepid Travel 33 Days Playa del Carmen to San Jose 17 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for extended trip tours in Central America.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.
  • Great for History Enthusiasts

starstarstarstarstar 4.3 rating

Age Range: 15 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $101

This tour visits Playa del Carmen, Chetumal, Caye Caulker, San Ignacio, Tikal, Río Dulce, Antigua, Panajachel, San Juan La Laguna, Copan Ruinas, Suchitoto, El Cuco, Leon, Granada, Monteverde, La Fortuna, and San Jose.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Walking Tour
  • Fully Guided

By Intrepid Travel
Intrepid specializes in small-group adventure travel with a strong focus on sustainable tourism and authentic experiences. They cater to different travel styles, from budget-friendly backpacking-style tours to premium small-group adventures.



$3,338
on TourRadar

Organized by Intrepid Travel 31 Days Mexico City to Antigua 17 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.
  • Great for History Enthusiasts

starstarstarstarstar 4.6 rating

Age Range: 15 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $142

This tour visits Mexico City, Puebla, Oaxaca, Tehuantepec, San Cristóbal de las Casas, Palenque, Merida, Chichen Itza, Playa del Carmen, Chetumal, Caye Caulker, San Ignacio, Tikal, Río Dulce, Antigua, Panajachel, and San Juan La Laguna.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Walking Tour
  • Fully Guided

By Intrepid Travel
Intrepid specializes in small-group adventure travel with a strong focus on sustainable tourism and authentic experiences. They cater to different travel styles, from budget-friendly backpacking-style tours to premium small-group adventures.



$4,401
on TourRadar

Organized by Intrepid Travel 47 Days Mexico City to San Jose 25 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.
  • Great for History Enthusiasts

starstarstarstarstar 4.3 rating

Age Range: 15 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $152

This tour visits Mexico City, Puebla, Oaxaca, Tehuantepec, San Cristóbal de las Casas, Palenque, Merida, Chichen Itza, Playa del Carmen, Chetumal, Caye Caulker, San Ignacio, Tikal, Río Dulce, Antigua, Panajachel, San Juan La Laguna, Copan Ruinas, Suchitoto, El Cuco, Leon, Granada, Monteverde, La Fortuna, and San Jose.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Walking Tour
  • Fully Guided

By Intrepid Travel
Intrepid specializes in small-group adventure travel with a strong focus on sustainable tourism and authentic experiences. They cater to different travel styles, from budget-friendly backpacking-style tours to premium small-group adventures.



$7,155
on TourRadar

Organized by Intrepid Travel 48 Days Mexico City to San Jose 25 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.

Great for:
  • History Enthusiasts
  • Nature Lovers
  • Hiking Enthusiasts

starstarstarstarstar 4.3 rating

Age Range: 15 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $188

This tour visits Mexico City, Puebla, Oaxaca, Monte Alban, Tehuantepec, San Cristóbal de las Casas, Palenque, Merida, Chichen Itza, Playa del Carmen, Chetumal, Caye Caulker, San Ignacio, Tikal, Río Dulce, Antigua, Panajachel, Chichicastenango, Copan Ruinas, San Juan La Laguna, Suchitoto, El Cuco, Leon, Granada, Monteverde, La Fortuna, and San Jose.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Beach
  • Attraction-Based Hikes
  • Partially Guided

By Intrepid Travel
Intrepid specializes in small-group adventure travel with a strong focus on sustainable tourism and authentic experiences. They cater to different travel styles, from budget-friendly backpacking-style tours to premium small-group adventures.



$9,025
on TourRadar

Organized by Intrepid Travel 33 Days Mexico City to Antigua 17 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • History Enthusiasts
  • Nature Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.6 rating

Age Range: 15 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $202

This tour visits Mexico City, Puebla, Oaxaca, Tehuantepec, San Cristóbal de las Casas, Palenque, Merida, Chichen Itza, Playa del Carmen, Chetumal, Caye Caulker, San Ignacio, Tikal, Río Dulce, Panajachel, San Juan La Laguna, Antigua, and Panajachel.

  • Kayak & Canoe
  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Beach
  • Walking Tour
  • Partially Guided

By Intrepid Travel
Intrepid specializes in small-group adventure travel with a strong focus on sustainable tourism and authentic experiences. They cater to different travel styles, from budget-friendly backpacking-style tours to premium small-group adventures.



$6,680
on TourRadar

Organized by Intrepid Travel 34 Days Playa del Carmen to San Jose 38 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • History Enthusiasts
  • Nature Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.3 rating

Age Range: 15 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $178

This tour visits Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Chetumal, Caye Caulker, Isla Cozumel, San Ignacio, Tulum, Tikal, Bacalar, Río Dulce, Antigua, Bacalar, Panajachel, Chichen Itza, Belize City, San Jorge La Laguna, Copan Ruinas, Suchitoto, Leon, Santa Elena, Granada, Santa Elena, Monteverde, Xunantunich, La Fortuna, Guatemala City, San Jose, Flores, Livingston, Panajachel, Chichicastenango, San Juan La Laguna, San Salvador, Cinquera, El Cuco, Rivas, Cerro Negro Volcano, Arenal, Caño Negro, and Caño Negro.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Beach
  • Fully Guided

By Intrepid Travel
Intrepid specializes in small-group adventure travel with a strong focus on sustainable tourism and authentic experiences. They cater to different travel styles, from budget-friendly backpacking-style tours to premium small-group adventures.



$6,055
on TourRadar

Organized by G Adventures 32 Days Playa del Carmen to San Jose 16 Destinations
  • On Sale: 15% Off
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for extended trip tours in Central America.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Culture Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.8 rating

Age Range: 18 to 39
Maximum Group Size: 18
Price per Day: $78

This tour visits Playa del Carmen, Caye Caulker, San Ignacio, Flores, Livingston, Antigua, Panajachel, San Juan La Laguna, Copan Ruinas, Suchitoto, Playa El Tunco, Leon, Granada, Monteverde, La Fortuna, and San Jose.

  • In-depth Cultural
  • Fully Guided

By G Adventures
G Adventures is a popular travel company that specializes in small-group adventure tours worldwide. They focus on sustainable tourism, immersive cultural experiences, and off-the-beaten-path destinations.



$2,949 $2,507
on TourRadar

Organized by Intrepid Travel 32 Days Playa del Carmen to San Jose 18 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for extended trip tours in Central America.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.
  • Great for Culture Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.3 rating

Age Range: 18 to 35
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $95

This tour visits Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Caye Caulker, San Ignacio, Tikal, Río Dulce, Antigua, Chichicastenango, Lake Atitlán, Cerro Verde National Park, San Miguel, Leon, Granada, Ometepe Island, San Juan Del Sur, Monteverde, La Fortuna, and San Jose.

  • In-depth Cultural
  • Fully Guided

By Intrepid Travel
Intrepid specializes in small-group adventure travel with a strong focus on sustainable tourism and authentic experiences. They cater to different travel styles, from budget-friendly backpacking-style tours to premium small-group adventures.



$3,045
on TourRadar

Organized by Intrepid Travel 44 Days Playa del Carmen to Panama City 22 Destinations
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.

Great for:
  • Animal Lovers
  • History Enthusiasts

starstarstarstarstar 3.5 rating

Age Range: 15 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $146

This tour visits Playa del Carmen, Caye Caulker, San Ignacio, Tikal, Río Dulce, Antigua, Panajachel, San Juan La Laguna, Copan Ruinas, Suchitoto, El Cuco, Leon, Granada, Monteverde, La Fortuna, San Jose, Sarapiquí, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Bocas Del Toro, Boquete, Chitre, and Panama City.

  • Wildlife
  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Walking Tour
  • Fully Guided

By Intrepid Travel
Intrepid specializes in small-group adventure travel with a strong focus on sustainable tourism and authentic experiences. They cater to different travel styles, from budget-friendly backpacking-style tours to premium small-group adventures.



$6,420
on TourRadar

Organized by Intrepid Travel 45 Days Playa del Carmen to Penonome 46 Destinations
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers
  • Undersea Explorers
  • History Enthusiasts

starstarstarstarstar 3.5 rating

Age Range: 15 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $183

This tour visits Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Isla Cozumel, Tulum, Chetumal, Belize City, Caye Caulker, San Ignacio, Santa Elena, Santa Elena, Xunantunich, Tikal, Guatemala City, Flores, Livingston, Antigua, Panajachel, Panajachel, Chichicastenango, San Juan La Laguna, Suchitoto, San Salvador, Cinquera, Leon, Rivas, Cerro Negro Volcano, Granada, Managua, Masaya Volcano National Park, Monteverde, La Fortuna, Arenal, Caño Negro, Caño Negro, San Jose, Puerto Viejo, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Cahuita, Toro Amarillo, Colon, Panama City, Almirante, Boquete, Caldera, and Penonome.

  • Bird watching
  • Wildlife
  • Snorkelling
  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Beach
  • Fully Guided

By Intrepid Travel
Intrepid specializes in small-group adventure travel with a strong focus on sustainable tourism and authentic experiences. They cater to different travel styles, from budget-friendly backpacking-style tours to premium small-group adventures.



$8,225
on TourRadar

Why does Central America appeal to travelers?

Central America appeals to travelers with its rich history, vibrant cities, scenic landscapes, and exciting culture. La Fortuna is known for its hot springs, luxury resorts, and volcanic views. Liberia, La Fortuna, and Santa Elena are world-renowned for hiking, with gorgeous trails and stunning natural landscapes. Also, don't miss the scuba diving in Puerto Jimenez, Jaco, and Puerto Viejo. La Fortuna, Jaco, and Tamarindo are foodie destinations with fantastic cuisine and world-class restaurants. Tamarindo, Puerto Jimenez, and Puerto Viejo are popular with beach lovers. Extended-length to the region offer an amazing opportunity to dig into the culture and communities in a convenient way at an affordable price. You'll travel stress-free while creating amazing memories.

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How much do extended trip tours to Central America cost?

The average daily price of Extended Trip Tours in Central America is $147 per day. Prices can vary widely due to the included amenities, length of the trip, number of guests on the tour, and many other factors. If you want more information about prices, we have put together a complete analysis of the costs of Extended Trip Tours in Central America here.


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$147
Average Price Per Day
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Average Group Size

Which Tour Companies Offer Extended Trip Tours?

A number of fantastic tour companies offer extended trip tours in Central America. These are a few of the best, because they offer the highest rated service, provide the best overall quality, and have the most five-star guest reviews to prove it.

Intrepid Travel

Intrepid Travel logo Intrepid Travel is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. Some of their most popular destinations include Australia, Thailand, Tanzania, and Italy. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as camping, wine tasting, snorkelling, kayaking, cooking classes, island hopping, white water rafting, surfing, horse riding, whale watching, and bird watching.

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G Adventures

G Adventures logo G Adventures is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. Some of their most popular destinations include Thailand, Peru, South Africa, and Vietnam. Many of their tours are priced in the mid-range category. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as camping, island hopping, snorkelling, surfing, wine tasting, kayaking, cooking classes, water sports, jungle surfing, and canyoning.

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Extended Trip Destinations in Central America

Wondering where extended trip tours visit in Central America? With a variety of stops and destinations along the way, there's something for everyone.

San Jose

San José is the capital city of Costa Rica. While most people arrive and depart from this city, few actually spend significant time here. Those who do will find several great museums, a nice nightlife scene, colorful markets, and a few good day trips.

La Fortuna

La Fortuna is the gateway to Arenal National Park. It is surrounded by stunning natural beauty with views of the spectacular and still active Arenal Volcano. It's also home to impressive waterfalls and many luxury spas and hot springs.

Monteverde

Santa Elena is a small town that many visitors use as a gateway to the Monteverde Cloud Forest Preserve. In the area you'll find tons of outdoor adventure activities like canopy walks, ziplining, and horseback riding. Visitors enjoy the area's unique ecosystems and wildlife, while also soaking up laid back small town life.

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca is a town on the Caribbean side of Costa Rica. It's a beach destination with a local vibe and less tourism than the beach towns on the Pacific side of the country. Visitors enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and local restaurants around town. It's also located near Cahuita National Park, which has rainforests, wildlife, and coral reefs.

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Other popular destinations for extended trip tours through Central America include Antigua, San Ignacio, Tikal, San Juan La Laguna, and Leon.


Which is cheaper?

Are guided extended trip tours more expensive than independent travel? It depends. Tours typically bundle accommodations, transportation, meals, tickets, guides, and activities into one price, while independent travel requires paying for these elements separately. To understand the cost difference, compare the total price of a tour with the estimated cost of handling all arrangements yourself. Personal preferences, like staying in budget accommodations or dining at upscale restaurants, could tip the balance either way. Always check what's covered in the tour to make an informed comparison.

Also, before booking a tour, make sure you know exactly what is included as tour companies sometimes change their itineraries or included amenities to keep them updated with seasonal changes and customer interests.

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