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This Belize City tour offers an amazing look at the history and culture of the old Capital of this former British colony in Central America. Besides being in the largest City in the country you also get to see residences comprising of a wide variety of ethnicities. You will get to view the oldest Anglican Cathedral in the region as well as the Governor's house. You are slowly driven on the north and south sides of the city to view the important landmarks and historical buildings. Your experienced driver/guide will be providing detailed and factual information about the different attractions as you drive by. Stops will be made at your request at the Rum Factory and the Museum. For picture taking we will also stop at the Belize sign and the different landmarks if you desire. This is a short but very educational tour that offers an insight into the only English-speaking country in Central America. Shopping will be available after the tour for your souvenirs at the Local Artisan Alley.

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The Real Belize City Tour

1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.3

(6)

from $35

Skip the confusion of navigating remote ruins on your own. Visit the Xunantunich Archaeological Reserve with ease on a guided tour from San Ignacio. Begin your journey by crossing the Mopan River on a traditional hand-cranked ferry—an experience in itself—before ascending to the hilltop ruins. Climb to the top for sweeping views that reach into neighboring Guatemala, and let your guide bring the ancient Mayan civilization to life with expert insights and stories.

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Xunantunich Mayan Ruins Tour from San Ignacio

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(157)

from $85

Price varies by group size

Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Belize City on this engaging 2-hour Culture, History, and Art Tour. Discover the historic downtown area as you explore either two museums or an art gallery, learning about the vibrant local culture and history. Enjoy complimentary bottled water and a unique rum tasting experience while utilizing electric hand fans to keep cool during your adventure. This tour combines cultural insights with artistic appreciation, making it perfect for history buffs and art lovers alike. - Tours starts at 9:00 AM. 2-hour guided tour of Belize City's historic downtown - Visit two museums or an art gallery with entrance fees included - Enjoy complimentary bottled water and a rum tasting - Stay cool with electric hand fans included in the package

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TukTuk Belize History & Culture Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

(47)

from $60

Altun Ha Heritage Tour from Belize City

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(171)

from $85

Explore the vibrant heart of Belize City with a fun and engaging TukTuk tour. This unique sightseeing experience allows you to discover local culture, historic landmarks, and hidden gems as you navigate the city in a comfortable solar powered TukTuk. With knowledgeable guides sharing insider insights, you'll gain a deeper understanding of Belize's rich heritage and lively atmosphere. Perfect for families and travelers looking for an authentic experience, this tour promises a delightful journey through one of Central America's most fascinating cities. - Enjoy a guided TukTuk tour exploring Belize City's highlights - Ideal for families and curious travelers seeking an authentic experience - Comfortable transport in a fun, eco-friendly TukTuk

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TukTuk Belize City Sightseeing Tour

1 hour 10 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(71)

from $35

Get an intimate glimpse into the coves and crevices of Belize’s intricate cave network during a private canoeing tour of Barton Creek Cave. Opting for a private canoe tour allows you to set the pace of your paddling as you listen to tales of Mayan history and culture from your guide. Plus, hotel pickup and drop-off allow you to skip the hassle of hiring a car and finding a meeting point.

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Cave Canoeing at Barton Creek Cave

4 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(25)

from $95

Price varies by group size

Xunantunich & Cave Tubing Day Trip from San Ignacio

Step back in time to the powerful peak of the ancient Mayan civilization with this guided 3-hour tour of the Xunantunich ruins. Let your imagination run wild as you explore the temples, plazas, and royal palaces of the famed archaeological site by foot. From the top of the imposing El Castillo pyramid, take in panoramic views of the surrounding Belize River Valley and the ancient city below. Round-trip transport from your San Ignacio hotel is included.

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Xunantunich & Cave Tubing Day Trip from San Ignacio

9 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(36)

from $75

Price varies by group size

Ambergris Caye Food and History Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(34)

from $75

The Mask Temple at Lamanai, also known as Structure N9-56, is one of the most fascinating Mayan ruins in Belize

Explore the ancient Mayan ruins at Lamanai—and leave the navigation and logistics to someone else—on this day-trip from Belize City that includes a scenic boat ride. Following hotel or port pickup, head to New River for a jungle boat ride to spot monkeys, crocodiles, birds, and more. Next, enjoy a buffet lunch of Belizean classics. Finally, follow your guide through the jungle and into the intricate Lamanai temples.

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Guided Lamanai Mayan Ruins Belize Tours with Lunch

6 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(171)

from $140

Price varies by group size

Step into the ancient world of the Maya on a shared day tour to Tikal departing from San Ignacio, Belize. Travel through the jungle, cross the border with ease, and explore one of Central America’s most impressive archaeological sites with a knowledgeable local guide. Wander along forest trails as you spot wildlife, stand beneath towering temples, and learn the stories behind Tikal’s powerful rulers and ceremonial plazas. This well-organized tour combines history, nature, and adventure, all at a relaxed pace that’s enjoyable for all ages.

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Tikal Day Tour From San Ignacio Belize

9 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(40)

from $160

Price varies by group size

Belizean Bits & Bites Food Tastings and City Tour in Belize

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.5

(239)

from $60

Explore the dominion of the ancient Maya in Belize on a full-day tour from San Ignacio. Climb to the top of sacred pyramids and learn about the once-mighty civilization at the archaeological site of Xunantunich, and enter a portal to the Mayan underworld on a cave tubing adventure that takes you splashing through the crystalline caverns of an underground cave system. Round-trip transport from San Ignacio Town and lunch are included on this tour.

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Xunantunich and Cave Tubing Combo Tour from San Ignacio

9 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(266)

from $165

Price varies by group size

Xunantunich Maya Ruins is one of Belize’s most famous archaeological sites, which can mean buses that travel there get crowded. Instead of looking up public transport schedules, enjoy this small-group tour instead. Travel seamlessly from Hopkins Bay to Xunantunich, explore the ruins with a guide, and then continue the trip to St. Herman’s Cave. Here you can try out cave tubing, with all required equipment provided for extra convenience.

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Xunantunich Maya Ruins & Cave Tubing - St. Herman's Cave

9 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(26)

from $240

Price varies by group size

Cruise Passenger friendly Hassle free Cave Tubing + Local Lunch

Are you looking for a personable adventure to explore Belize's number one inland adventure? cave tubing at the Nohoch Che'en Archaeological Reserve also knows as the Caves Branch or Jaguar Paw. We pick you up in air conditioned comfort, provide all equipment and even carry your tubes for a hands free hike thorough the lush rain forest. The Mayan's used the caves as part of their elaborate religious rituals. They called the caves XIBALBA or "HELL". These cave systems boasts beautiful stalactites, stalagmites and stunning crystal pillars. As the adventure gently gets underway your guide will navigate down the refreshing cave branch river through the mystical cave of Xibalba as the Mayan did centuries ago only this is cooler in an inner tube. Your guide will ensure that you get to see all the spectacular areas of the caves, the awesome acts of nature buried deep within.

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Cruise Passenger friendly Hassle free Cave Tubing + Local Lunch

6 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(32)

from $80

Price varies by group size

Private Guided Tour in Toledo with Ricardo Guia Oficial Toledo

You will take a private guided tour on foot with official guides, graduates in Humanities. You will tour Toledo with an expert guide of the city, with extensive knowledge in History and Art who will show you the charm and essence of the city of Three Cultures. You will visit the Cathedral of Toledo, the Museum of the Visigoth Councils, the Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca and the Church of Santo Tomé where you can see the most important work of El Greco "The Burial of the Lord of Orgaz". You will also visit exclusively the Archaeological Remains of Toledo (Roman baths, well, House of the Jew), which cannot be accessed without a guide and which will help you understand the origin of the city. The guide will pick you up at the train station, the hotel where you are staying or in the Zocodover square. A unique opportunity to get to know Toledo through its streets and its monuments.

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Private Guided Tour in Toledo with Ricardo Guia Oficial Toledo

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(37)

from $220

Per group

Combine the best of Belizean nature and culture on this combo tour that includes a visit to the Xunantunich ancient Mayan ruins and the Inland Blue Hole — a beautiful jungle lagoon. The ruins can be difficult to navigate on your own, but a guide explains the site’s fascinating history and helps you safely climb the highest stone temple in Belize. A picnic lunch and hotel pickup are included for a stress-free adventure.

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Xunantunich and Inland Blue Hole Tour

9 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(86)

from $175

Caracol Maya Ruins Tour Including Rio On Pools, Rio Frio Cave and a Picnic Lunch

Explore the ancient Maya city of Caracol with a full-day tour from San Ignacio that includes the Río On pools and the Río Frio caves. Follow your guide through the vast archaeological site, stand in the field of the ball court, and take in sweeping views of the jungle from the peak of the sky temple pyramid. Follow the history of Caracol in the glyphs, stelae, and carvings throughout the site, and then finish your day swimming in natural pools and visiting a vast limestone cave system in Pine Ridge.

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Caracol Maya Ruins Tour Including Rio On Pools, Rio Frio Cave and a Picnic Lunch

8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(285)

from $135

wading through the waters of the ATM cave

Explore the cave of the crystal sepulcher on a full-day tour to Actun Tunichil Muknal from San Ignacio, and discover a spiritual site that was sacred to the ancient Maya. Learn about the traditions and rites that took place in the cave system and visit the crystallized remains of an ancient ceremonial victim as you hike deep into the cave with a professional guide. Swim through a spring-fed pool, and follow tunnels, passageways and yawning chambers lined with stalactites, stalagmites, ancient ceramics and stoneware.

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Actun Tunichil Muknal Cave Tour and Picnic

9 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(1,469)

from $145

With limited buses going in and out of Guatemala and a sprawling archeological complex it can be overwhelming to visit Tikal independently. Visit the UNESCO listed ruins with ease on an all-inclusive 8-hour tour. Private transfer from San Ignacio takes you to the park, where you enjoy free admission. Then, follow your guide on an immersive tour to the ancient city’s most important landmarks.

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Tikal Tour From San Ignacio Belize

8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(40)

from $180

Price varies by group size

Tikal Private Tour From San Ignacio Belize with Lunch Included

This is a private day tour, meaning only your group will participate. Travel from San Ignacio Belize to Tikal with full border assistance, explore the site at a relaxed, personalized pace, and enjoy a private local expert guide who leads you through jungle trails, shares Tikal’s history and culture, helps spot wildlife, and takes you to the best viewpoints. The experience is completed with an included lunch and personalized attention throughout the journey.

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Tikal Private Tour From San Ignacio Belize with Lunch Included

9 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(23)

from $195

Hol Chan Full-Day Bucket List Snorkeling and Marine Life Tour

Explore Belize’s coral reef the fun and eco-friendly way on this snorkeling tour of the Hol Chan Marine Reserve from Caye Caulker. Swim among stingrays, sea turtles, harmless nurse sharks, and even manatees with provided equipment, and enjoy a fresh lunch on board the boat. Guides capture memories of your adventures with underwater GoPro cameras, and you can feel good about your adventure knowing a portion of proceeds is donated to community projects.

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Hol Chan Full-Day Bucket List Snorkeling and Marine Life Tour

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(1,019)

from $110

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Private Xunantunich Mayan Ruin with local Lunch from Belize City

Explore one of the world’s most-visited Mayan sites at your own pace on a private tour that lets you dive deeper into the history of the Xunantunich ruins. Exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site with a private guide means that you’ll have ample time to ask questions as can tailor your itinerary to only cover the areas that most interest you. Plus, your guide puts the 26 different temples into context with commentary.

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Private Xunantunich Mayan Ruin with local Lunch from Belize City

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Authentic Garifuna Cultural Cooking Class in Hopkins Belize

Authentic Garifuna Gastronomic Experience in Hopkins Village, Belize offers the most interactive hands-on opportunity to cook with a Garifuna Ambassador in an enchanting Garifuna village replica located on Kalipuna Heritage Island. Learn about the indigenous flavors and cooking techniques that makes Garifuna meal tasty. The cooking experience is punctuated by informative conversations about the culture, history & people and spiced with laughter. Guests explore the herbal garden on the island and harvest organic ingredients to be used in meal preparation. The art of Coconut processing is always a highlight and includes husking, cracking, grating & making coconut milk. Learning how to cook over a traditional stove and prepare the most delicious traditional afro-indigenous lunch is sure to be fun. Guests with special dietary needs are equally catered for however advance notification is appreciated.

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Authentic Garifuna Cultural Cooking Class in Hopkins Belize

2 hours

4.9

(16)

from $119

Price varies by group size

ATM Cave Tour from San Ignacio Actun Tunichil Muknal

Step back in time with the legendary Actun Tunichil Muknal (ATM) Cave, named the #1 Sacred Cave in the world by National Geographic. On this full-day adventure from San Ignacio, trek jungle trails, cross rivers, and swim into underground passageways where history and nature meet. Guided by our expert, licensed guides, you’ll uncover glittering stalactites, ceremonial pottery, stone tools, and human remains, preserved in their original resting places for over a thousand years. An unforgettable mix of adventure and culture, this journey uncovers the Maya’s sacred rituals — ideal for adventurers, history buffs, and families Highlights - Hike, cross rivers, and swim into the cave entrance - See Maya artifacts and the Crystal Maiden skeleton - Knowledgeable guides, small groups, and personal attention - Transport, safety gear, hearty Belizean lunch, and all fees included - Your booking supports local community focused programs in Belize - Woman-owned local operator

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ATM Cave Tour from San Ignacio Actun Tunichil Muknal

8 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(13)

from $155

Price varies by group size

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