From Start to Finish Central America Tour with Turkish Airlines for 11 Nights 12 Days DD001

Day 1: Istanbul ✈ Mexico City

At 22:45 at night, we meet our guide at Istanbul Airport and complete our check-in procedures.

At 01:55, we depart on flight TK182 and, after a long journey, arrive in the capital, Mexico City, at 07:50 local time.

After arrival, welcome at the airport and transfer to the city center.

We take a walk in Zócalo Square and view the Parliament Building, the National Palace, and the Metropolitan Cathedral panoramically.

Later, we visit the National Museum of Anthropology, one of the most important museums in Latin America. Here we have the opportunity to closely examine impressive pieces such as the Aztec calendar, Olmec sculptures, and Maya burial chambers.

Accommodation at our hotel in Mexico City.

Day 2: MEXICO CITY - GUATEMALA - ANTIGUA

We check out of our hotel early in the morning, fly to Guatemala City on local airlines in the morning, and then transfer to Antigua with volcano views along the way.

Antigua, the colonial capital of Guatemala, is a city that brings the elegance of the past into the present. On our walking tour in this UNESCO-protected city, we will panoramically see structures such as Cathedral Square, the Merced Church, the City Hall, and the Santa Catalina Arch. We will also have the opportunity to wander among colorful textiles in local markets and relax in traditional coffee shops.

Day 3: ANTIGUA

Today we will have free time to explore the region.

Guests who wish may spend the day with pleasant alternatives that allow them to get to know Antigua’s unique atmosphere more closely.

In local markets and craft workshops, you can browse colorful handwoven textiles, jewelry, and ceramic products, examine authentic items bearing traces of Maya culture, and shop.

You will also have plenty of time to relax with coffee in Antigua’s charming cafés and enjoy the city’s colonial texture and volcano views.

Day 4: ANTIGUA – SAN SALVADOR

In the early morning, we transfer to San Salvador. During our journey of approximately 5 hours, the region’s unique landscapes will accompany us.

Along the way, mountain villages, coffee plantations, and panoramic valley views will accompany us.

On the way, we visit Ruta de las Flores, one of the country’s most enjoyable routes.

In towns such as Apaneca, Juayua, and Ataco, we encounter coffee fields, street art, and local markets.

After a short journey, we arrive in San Salvador. .

Day 5: SAN SALVADOR - LEON

Today, in the presence of Central America’s impressive nature and cultural diversity, we will take an enjoyable journey from El Salvador to León, the historic city of Nicaragua.

First, we travel by road to La Union. Following our arrival, we take a ferry to Potosi.

With the overland journey from the Potosi region, we reach our destination, Leon.

After arrival, we settle into our hotel in the city to get acquainted with León’s colonial atmosphere.

Day 6: LEON

After breakfast at our hotel, we depart to take our Leon City tour.

In this colonial city, we panoramically view León Cathedral, the largest cathedral in Central America, and then visit the Ortiz Gurdian Contemporary Art Museum.

This museum, which hosts one of Latin America’s leading modern art collections, is especially notable for works by artists such as Botero, Tamayo, and Rayo.

Our final stop is the Museo de la Revolución (Museum of the Revolution). This museum, offering an authentic and striking experience, lets us see original documents, photographs, newspaper clippings, guerrilla clothing, weapons, and propaganda posters related to the 1979 Sandinista Revolution and the struggle against the Somoza dictatorship.

Guests who wish may go up to the museum’s upper floor (formerly a sniper point) and see panoramic views of the city and the cathedral.

Accommodation at our hotel in Leon.

Day 7: LEON – GRANADA

Early in the morning, we check out of our hotel and set off on an enjoyable journey to Granada, another colonial treasure of Nicaragua.

Heading south along the Pacific coast, we arrive in Granada, Nicaragua’s historic city, known for its fairy-tale architecture, colorful streets, and historical texture.

On a walking tour through Cathedral Square, San Francisco Monastery, colorful colonial houses, and elegant balconies, we will witness the city’s colonial heritage.

Then, on the boat tour we will take on Lake Nicaragua, an unforgettable ride awaits us among volcanic islets and lake fauna.

During our boat trip, you can observe exotic birds, monkeys, rich vegetation, and private islets, and fully enjoy this unique scenery.

After our tour, we head to our hotel in Granada.

Day 8: GRANADA – SAN JUAN DEL SUR – LIBERIA

In the morning, we leave Granada and reach San Juan del Sur, which extends to tropical shores.

San Juan del Sur is a beach town located in the southwest of Nicaragua on the coast of the Pacific Ocean, famous for its natural beauty and relaxed atmosphere, and built around a crescent-shaped natural bay.

After a short break in this beach town, famous for its colorful boats and surfers, we cross the Nicaragua-Costa Rica border and arrive in Liberia.

The lush green mountain ranges and palm forests we see along the way reveal the richness of the tropical geography.

Accommodation at our hotel in Liberia.

Day 9: LIBERIA – SAN JOSE

In the morning, we leave our hotel and set off on an enjoyable journey to San Jose, accompanied by volcano views and tropical vegetation. After a journey of about 4 hours through nature with every shade of green, we arrive in the capital.

We depart to take our San Jose city tour.

First, we tour the National Theater, built in neoclassical style, and then examine pre-Columbian artifacts at the Gold Museum, dedicated to the country’s gold craftsmanship.

Then we visit Central Market (Mercado Central), where you can mingle with locals and find souvenirs and traditional foods. We also visit the Metropolitan Cathedral, one of the important religious buildings in the city center. The large square in front of this structure, notable for its 63 domes, frequently hosts ceremonies and public events.

After our tour, we head to our hotel.

Day 10: SAN JOSE (IRAZU VOLCANO)

In the morning, we depart from our hotel in San Jose by private vehicle. During a journey of about 1 hour, we proceed toward Irazu Volcano, accompanied by the fertile agricultural lands of the Central Valley, coffee plantations, and typical Costa Rican towns such as Paraiso and Cervantes. Rising to 3,432 meters, this massive volcano is one of the country’s highest points and also stands out for its impressive historical background. Known by the indigenous people as “Istaru,” meaning “the mountain of thunder and earthquakes,” Irazú has erupted 23 times in total since 1723. For this reason, it is also nicknamed “Koloss,” meaning “Giant,” among the people.

During our visit, we will spend about 1.5 hours around the crater; by following the walking trail with our guide, we will reach the summit observation point. On clear days, the possibility of seeing both the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans at the same time makes this experience unforgettable. In addition, the neighboring Turrialba Volcano can also be easily seen from the observation point.

After this tour, which offers breathtaking photo opportunities, we head back to the capital.

Accommodation at our hotel in San Jose.

Day 11: SAN JOSE – PANAMA

In the morning, we fly to Panama City on local airlines.

After arrival, our local guide greets us at the airport and we head to the city center by private vehicle.

On our city tour, stone streets, historic churches, French Square, and the Presidential Palace in Panama’s colonial district, Casco Viejo, are among the places we will see panoramically.

Then we move to the modern city center and see some of the continent’s largest skyscrapers.

After our tour, we check in to our Panama hotel for accommodation.

Day 12: PANAMA - ISTANBUL

This impressive visit to the Panama Canal, considered one of the world’s greatest engineering achievements, will take you on a journey where history, technology, and nature intersect.

First, we watch a 45-minute impressive documentary at the Miraflores Visitor Center. It provides comprehensive information about the history of the canal, built at the beginning of the 20th century, its engineering challenges, and its economic and global impact.

After the documentary, we head to the panoramic observation terrace and get the opportunity to watch the canal’s lock system from a bird’s-eye view. Watching massive ships pass just a few meters away and seeing the water level rise and fall is truly a breathtaking experience. If we are lucky, we may also witness a ship passing through the locks during our visit.

In the afternoon, after the last shopping opportunities in the city, we transfer to the airport.

We depart for Istanbul at 18:55 on Turkish Airlines flight TK801.

Day 13: ISTANBUL

After the overnight flight, we land at Istanbul Airport at 15:35 and reach the end of our tour.

Hotels ;

Mexico (Mexico City)

• Hotel: 5★ Barceló México Reforma etc.

Guatemala (Antigua)

• Hotel: 4★ Porta Hotel Antigua etc.

El Salvador (San Salvador)

• Hotel: 4★ Barceló San Salvador etc.

Nicaragua

• León: 4★ Hotel El Convento etc.

• Granada: 4★ Hotel Colon Centro etc.

Costa Rica

• Liberia: 3★ Buena Vista Del Rincón Hotel & Spa etc.

• San José: 4★ Gran Hotel Costa Rica etc.

Panama (Panama City)

• Hotel: 5★ Hilton Panama etc.

Flight details ;

04-11 November 2025:

• TK 182 (IST→MEX) 04 November 01:55 → 04 November 07:50

• TK 801 (MEX→IST) 15 November 18:55 → 16 November 15:35 (+1)

19-31 January 2026 :

• TK 182 (IST→MEX) 19 January 01:55 → 19 January 07:50

• TK 801 (MEX→IST) 31 January 18:55 → 01 February 15:35 (+1)