Discover the Highlights of Honduras
This Highlights of Honduras itinerary offers a rewarding journey through a country shaped by ancient civilisations, rich rainforest and Caribbean coastline. Moving at a thoughtful pace, it reveals Honduras through its history, landscapes and wildlife, offering a balanced blend of cultural discovery and time immersed in nature.
Begin in San Pedro Sula before travelling to the Copán Archaeological Park, one of the most important Maya sites in Central America. Explore intricately carved stelae, temples and plazas that tell the story of this powerful ancient city, then unwind at the peaceful Luna Jaguar Spa nearby. From here, continue into Pico Bonito National Park, a haven of lush rainforest where guided walks and waterfall hikes introduce you to the region’s impressive biodiversity.
Your journey concludes on the island of Roatán, where coral reefs, mangrove channels and clear Caribbean waters create a relaxed and inviting finale. Spend time exploring marine life, enjoying the island’s natural beauty or simply slowing the pace by the sea. With expert guides, private transfers and carefully chosen experiences throughout, this itinerary offers a well rounded insight into Honduras’ culture, wildlife and coastal charm.
Visit several regions in Honduras
Accommodation detailed below
All included as per below
9 breakfasts & 2 lunches included
What you'll experience
- Uncover the past at the Copán Maya archaeological site and visit Macaw Mountain Bird Park: Explore intricately carved stelae and plazas before seeing rescued scarlet macaws and other native species in a conservation focused sanctuary.
- Unwind at Luna Jaguar Spa: Relax in thermal pools surrounded by jungle, where Maya inspired architecture and tranquil surroundings create a restorative escape.
- Explore the wild side of Pico Bonito National Park: Join a night time jungle walk, hike to hidden waterfalls and encounter rich wildlife in one of Honduras’ most biodiverse rainforest regions.
- Discover the best of Roatán, from reef to rainforest: Enjoy beachfront relaxation, snorkel the clear waters of West Bay and take a guided island and mangrove tour before ending your stay at Turquoise Bay.
What's included in the Highlights of Honduras Holiday?
- International flights
- 9 nights’ accommodation as detailed
- 11 meals; 9 breakfasts, 2 lunches
- Luna Jaguar Spa Experience
- Tour of Copán Archaeological Site
- Visit to the Macaw Mountain Bird Park
- Guided Night Hike at Pico Bonito National Park
- Guided Waterfall Hike at Pico Bonito National Park
- Snorkelling Adventure West Bay
- Roatán Island & Mangrove Tour
- Transfers & domestic flights as per itinerary
Prices from £4,199pp
Excludes:
- Meals not indicated in your itinerary
- Local departure taxes payable locally
- Items of a personal nature such as laundry and drinks etc
- Tips for guides and drivers (discretionary)
- Camera or video fees at any sites
Quick Itinerary
Highlights of Honduras 11-Day Itinerary
Days 1 UK - San Pedro Sula
Fly from the UK to San Pedro Sula via the USA. Spend your first night in the capital before the adventure really begins the next morning.
Days 2-3 Copán
Travel to Copán with your private guide, stopping en-route at Luna Jaguar Spa, an eco-retreat tucked within a protected jungle reserve. Immerse yourself in thermal pools surrounded by Mayan-inspired architecture, designed to soothe body and mind. Continue to Copán Ruinas where the following morning, you’ll explore one of the most captivating Mayan cities with your guide, who’ll reveal the temples, altars, and the famed Hieroglyphic Stairway. After lunch, visit Macaw Mountain Bird Park, a lush sanctuary dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of Honduras’ vibrant birdlife, set within a stunning botanical garden.
Days 4-6 Pico Bonito National Park
Travel from Copán to Pico Bonito with your private guide, arriving in time for a thrilling nighttime wildlife walk. With flashlights and expert eyes, spot nocturnal creatures like tree frogs, kinkajous, bats, and moths in the surrounding jungle. The next day, embark on a challenging but rewarding waterfall hike through coffee plantations and dense rainforest, culminating at a breathtaking 100-foot double-drop cascade with a natural pool below. On your final day, unwind at the lodge or opt for additional adventures in Pico Bonito National Park, an area rich in biodiversity.
Days 7-9 Roatán Island, Bay of Islands
Your journey continues with a private transfer to La Ceiba airstrip for your short domestic flight to Roatán. The next day, enjoy a guided snorkelling adventure in West Bay, exploring vibrant coral reefs teeming with tropical fish, lobsters, and even sea turtles. On your final day, discover Roatán's rich history and wildlife at the Iguana Sanctuary and Animal Park, followed by a serene boat tour through Oak Ridge’s mangroves, before a relaxing lunch and beach time at Turquoise Bay.
Days 10-11 Roatán- UK
Transfer to Roatan International Airport for your flight to the UK.
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