Copan, in western Honduras, is an important archaeological site of the ancient Maya civilisation. The kingdom of Copan existed between the 5th and 9th century, leaving behind an abundance of fascinating history in it's ruins. Add on a few extra days to your exploration of Honduras to experience a classic piece of history. Tour can also be taken as an extension from Guatemala city for a small surcharge.
Day 1: San Pedro Sula - Copan
An early morning departure from the hotel/airport will take you through Western Honduras, following the Chamelecón River Valley. Throughout the trip you will see enchanting rural scenes, forested mountains, livestock farms, tobacco plantations and in the higher elevations, coffee plantations.
Arrival in Copan and after checking into our hotel, we will embark on a tour of this fascinating site. This tour will include the acropolis, the ball court, the hieroglyphic stairway and the great plaza of the stelaes.
Return to the hotel for overnight.Day 2: Copan: Breakfast
We will enjoy breakfast in the restaurant llama del Bosque, famous for it’s tortillas & refried beans. We will then take a visit to the archaeological museum in town. This will be a perfect complement to what you have seen in the main site itself. We will take a second visit to the site today and enjoy some more of the archeological park and the opportunity to enjoy a horse-back ride.
We spend the evening in Copan’s town. This is one of the most charming towns in Honduras, where you will be able to stroll the cobblestone streets, explore the many restaurants and cafe's, hunt for souvenir bargains and mingle with the friendly people of the town.
Day 3: Copan - San Pedro Sula: Breakfast
After breakfast at our hotel, check-out & transfer to San Pedro Sula.
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| Accommodation | Hotel (3*) |
| Inclusions | Land transfers Accommodation Entrance fees Breakfasts Other meals where stated Bilingual guide. |
| Difficulty Rating | 1 (easy) |
| Sustainability | Carbon Offsets not available for this tour Local foods used on tour Local guides used (English speaking). |
| Single Surcharge | |
| Notes | |
| Price dependent on: | Hotel availability |






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