Beaches to Mayan Ruins
15 Day Belize Itinerary
Nothing beats a local guide to show you the best of Belize. We're missing the warmth and beauty of Belize. I'd go back in a heartbeat.
Markets and Mayan Ruins…
Right out of the airport, we were met by the friendly driver who took us from Belize City to San Ignacio. He taught us all kinds of things about Belize and allowed us to enjoy the beautiful landscapes we passed through in greater context. San Ignacio, our starting point in Belize, is a great, central location for anyone wishing to visit the local Mayan ruins. If you happen to be in San Ignacio on a Saturday, for sure go visit the market for an authentic experience that will bring you in contact with many of the cultures that make up Belize.
Relaxing days by the beach…
We loved Placencia Village! It's small but has a great selection of restaurants along its streets. Our accommodation was right on the sidewalk, so we spent some time looking at various wares and vendors. Sea View Suites met our needs beautifully. Finally, we finished our trip with a few days' stay at Ambergris Caye. The caye itself was more touristy than other places we visited, but it's a great base for getting out on the water to go snorkeling or diving. If one wants to view sea life, this is the place! We took two trips out - one to Hol Chan Reserve and another that took us to Swallow Caye to see manatees!
Nothing beats a local guide to show you the best of Belize…
All our van drivers in Belize were great. Not only did they get us safely from one point to another, but each one took it upon himself to be our tour guide. We learned a great deal about Belize from these gentlemen, and we saw much of the countryside as we went from one place to another.
Places
| 5 | nights | San Ignacio |
| 5 | nights | Placencia |
| 4 | nights | Ambergris Caye |
Sites
| 4th | day | Tikal National Park |
| 7th | day | Community Baboon Sanctuary |
| 8th | day | Lubaantum Ruins |
Activities
| 4th | day | Tikal One Day From San Ignacio |
| 7th | day | Monkey River Tour |
| 8th | day | Lubaantun Mayan Ruin |
Hotels
| 5 | nights | Cahal Pech Village |
| 5 | nights | Sea View |
| 4 | nights | Captain Morgans Retreat |
Transport
| private driver | Belize City to San Ignacio |
| private driver | San Ignacio to Placencia |
| flight | Placencia to Belize City |
| shuttle | Belize City to Ambergris Caye |
| shuttle | Ambergris Caye to Belize City |
Trip Overview
DAY 1
San Ignacio
Cahal Pech Village
- night 1 of 5
Belize City to San Ignacio
Private transport type
12:45 pm - 2:45 pm pickup/drop-off time
2.00 hours duration
If you want the flexibility to determine your travel route and timeline, private transport shuttles are your best bet. These shuttles will transport you to all mainland destinations in Belize, and do it ...
3:00 pm check-in
1 room.
Cahal Pech Village Resort is situated near some of the Cayo District’s most interesting natural and cultural attractions. Staying in the jungle will give you the chance to experience the landscape of the ...
DAY 2
San Ignacio
Cahal Pech Village
- night 2 of 5
DAY 3
San Ignacio
Cahal Pech Village
- night 3 of 5
DAY 4
San Ignacio
Cahal Pech Village
- night 4 of 5
Tikal One Day From San Ignacio
Explore the vast ruins of Tikal during this one-day tour. You’ll visit Tikal’s temples and pyramids, learn about Mayan culture, and walk along short trails through the jungle.
DAY 5
San Ignacio
Cahal Pech Village
- night 5 of 5
DAY 6
San Ignacio / Placencia
Cahal Pech Village
Sea View
- night 1 of 5
San Ignacio to Placencia Village
Private transport type
8:00 am - 11:30 am pickup/drop-off time
3.50 hours duration
If you want the flexibility to determine your travel route and timeline, private transport shuttles are your best bet. These shuttles will transport you to all mainland destinations in Belize, and do it ...
3:00 pm check-in
1 room.
Sea View Suites lives up to its name. This hotel overlooks the beach and the lovely Placencia boardwalk. Guests will find pristine rooms and a breezy atmosphere.
DAY 7
Placencia
Sea View
- night 2 of 5
Monkey River Tour
Monkey River is surrounded by dense jungle, and as a result, much of this area is a protected zone. On this tour, you’ll go boating down the river and hike over newly blazed trails.
DAY 8
Placencia
Sea View
- night 3 of 5
Lubaantun Mayan Ruin
Visit the Maya Ruin site of Lubaantun and then hike to the caves of Blue Creek. Located in the remote south of Belize is a magical 1300 year old Mayan ruin that is just waiting to share its story with ...
DAY 9
Placencia
Sea View
- night 4 of 5
DAY 10
Placencia
Sea View
- night 5 of 5
DAY 11
Placencia / Ambergris Caye
Sea View
Captain Morgans Retreat
- night 1 of 4
Placencia Village to Belize City
Belize City to Ambergris Caye
Flight transport type
9:40 am - 7:45 am pickup/drop-off time
-1.92 hours duration
Belize is well connected by domestic flights, and these can be a quick and convenient way to get around the country. Domestic flights allow you to comfortably travel from one destination to another, as ...
Shuttle transport type
10:10 am - 12:30 pm pickup/drop-off time
2.33 hours duration
Shared shuttles are a comfortable, convenient, and economical way to travel around Belize. These shuttles typically use minibuses that can hold 8 to 16 people. The shuttles provide door-to-door service, ...
3:00 pm check-in
1 room.
You’ll find Captain Morgan’s Retreat on Ambergris Caye, one of Belize’s most welcoming islands. It sits right on the beach, in a semi-secluded section of the island
DAY 12
Ambergris Caye
Captain Morgans Retreat
- night 2 of 4
DAY 13
Ambergris Caye
Captain Morgans Retreat
- night 3 of 4
DAY 14
Ambergris Caye
Captain Morgans Retreat
- night 4 of 4
DAY 15
Ambergris Caye
Captain Morgans Retreat
Ambergris Caye to Belize City
Shuttle transport type
8:30 am - 10:30 am pickup/drop-off time
2.00 hours duration
Shared shuttles are a comfortable, convenient, and economical way to travel around Belize. These shuttles typically use minibuses that can hold 8 to 16 people. The shuttles provide door-to-door service, ...
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