November 21-30, 2026

Central America Experience

Sightseeing & Culture Adventure

TO BOOK: Contact Intrepid at TailormadeUK@intrepidtravel.com / 0330 808 7326.

If you phone, be sure to ask for the Tailor Made team!

Join a small group of Sole Sisters for this once-in-a-lifetime journey.

This advetnure begins in Antigua, Guatemala, a colourful UNESCO World Heritage city framed by volcanoes and rich history.

Over the following days, you’ll travel through rainforests and rivers, experience the rhythms of local life, and connect with purpose-driven communities. Highlights include visiting a working organic farm, gliding along the scenic waterways of Rio Dulce, and exploring the laid-back island town of Flores.

From there, the adventure continues into Belize, where ancient history, culture, and coastal calm come together.

You’ll explore the remarkable Maya ruins of Tikal, enjoy hands-on experiences like tortilla-making, and connect with local women’s cooperatives near San Ignacio.

The journey winds down on Caye Caulker, where life moves at an easy pace — snorkel clear Caribbean waters, cycle sandy streets, or simply slow down and savour island life with your Sole Sisters.

A dedicated local Intrepid travel guide and Sole Sister Rambler host will take you beyond sightseeing with daily recommendations.

Before you go, you'll prepare for your adventure and get to know your travel companions in a dedicated trip WhatsApp group.

This trip promises a life-enriching adventure made even better by sharing it with other women travelers in midlife and beyond.

We're sure it will be the start of new lifelong friendships.

Prices for this adventure are as follows:

GBP: £ 2,430
EUR: € 2,830
CAD: $ 4,490
USD: $3,250

Prices are based on a twin shared room there is an additional charge for a single supplement room.

GBP: £ 615
EUR: € 715
CAD: $ 1,135
USD: $ 820

Deposit: $400 at booking time.

Full payment: 70 days before departure.

International flights not included.

A bucket list adventure with like-minded solo (ish) women in midlife and beyond.

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Itinerary

Day 1 - Antigua, Guatemala (Nov 21st)

Welcome to Antigua — a colourful World Heritage city surrounded by three volcanoes and once the capital of Guatemala. Today, it’s a cosmopolitan hub filled with cool coffee shops and international restaurants, and live music.

You’ll have a welcome meeting at 6:00 pm this evening, where you’ll meet your trip leader and fellow travellers.

Included:

Welcome dinner

El Carmen Suites or similar -comfortable accommodation in a 3-4 star hotel, featuring private amenities and showcasing local character whenever possible.

DAY 2 - Antigua, Guatemala (Nov 22nd)

Today you and your Sole Sisters will visit Caoba Farms. Nestled in the mountains outside the city this farm offers a unique blend of sustainability, wellness, and community connection.

You can take part in a volunteer program, helping with organic farming tasks such as planting, harvesting, composting, and maintaining the grounds.

Yoga is also hosted in the tranquil gardens, with sessions focused on restorative movement, breathwork, and mindfulness.

Included:

Breakfast

Farm visit and tour

El Carmen Suites or similar - comfortable accommodation in a 3-4 star hotel, featuring private amenities and showcasing local character whenever possible.

Day 3 - Rio Dulce, Guatemala (Nov 23rd)

Today, you and your Sole Sisters will travel by private vehicle to Rio Dulce.

Rio Dulce—meaning “Sweet River” in Spanish—refers both to the river that flows from Lago de Izabal to the Caribbean Sea and to the town of Fronteras, located at the eastern end of the lake.

Upon arrival, the rest of the day is yours to relax or explore. You might stretch your legs on a jungle Ramble, rent a kayak, or simply unwind in a hammock.

Included:

Breakfast

NanaJuana Hotel or similar - comfortable accommodation in a 3-4 star hotel, featuring private amenities and showcasing local character whenever possible.

Day 4 - Rio Dulce, Guatemala (Nov 24th)

Today you'll join your Sole Sisters on a boat ride down the river to Livingston — a laid-back Afro-Caribbean town offering a unique taste of Garifuna culture in a far-flung corner of Guatemala.

The journey itself is spectacular, gliding past water lilies, tropical forests, and through a dramatic canyon alive with river birds.

Spend some time exploring before enjoying an included lunch of local specialties, such as tapou — a creamy fish soup.

Included:

Breakfast, lunch

River boat trip to Garifuna town

Optional activity - visit Serenidad Sobre el Río, a lush nature retreat offering wellness experiences, yoga and outdoor activities.

NanaJuana Hotel or similar - comfortable accommodation in a 3-4 star hotel, featuring private amenities and showcasing local character whenever possible.

Day 5 -Flores, Guatemala (Nov 25th)

Today, you and your Sole Sisters will travel to the township of Flores on Lago Petén Itzá.

Along the way, you’ll visit Nuevo Horizonte — a ranch where 130 demobilised families settled following the signing of the Guatemalan Peace Accords in 1998. Since then, the community has established fish farming, agriculture, reforestation, and eco-tourism projects.

You’ll tour the nature reserve, enjoy lunch at the ranch, and speak with locals about the origins of the community.

After lunch, you’ll continue on to Flores, where you’ll join your leader for an orientation walk before spending the afternoon at leisure, wandering the island’s colourful streets or shopping for local handicrafts.

In the late afternoon, the lakefront comes alive with street-food vendors — a perfect place to grab something for dinner.

Included:

Breakfast, lunch

Guided orientation walk.

Visit to Cooperativa Nuevo Horizonte with talk about local history and politics.

Isla de Flores Hotel or similar - comfortable accommodation in a 3-4 star hotel, featuring private amenities and showcasing local character whenever possible.

Day 6 - San Ignacio, Belize (Nov 26th)

Today you and your Sole Sisters will rise early for a guided exploration of Tikal National Park.

Hidden within the thick, evergreen jungle are some of the most significant remnants of the ancient Maya civilisation, along with an array of local wildlife — including coatis and howler monkeys.

Later you will learn the art of tortilla making at a local workshop. Enjoy the fruits of your labour for lunch, then bid farewell to Guatemala and cross the border into Belize.

Included:

Breakfast, lunch

Tortilla making workshop with lunch

Visit to Tikal National Park Archaeological site (entrance fee, guided tour & transport)

Rolson Hotel or similar - comfortable accommodation in a 3-4 star hotel, featuring private amenities and showcasing local character whenever possible.

Day 7 - San Ignacio, Belize (Nov 27th)

Today you'll have free time to relax and explore in San Ignacio. You might choose to hike and wade through a river to visit the caves of Actun Tunichil Muknal — a living museum of Maya relics, home to ceramic pots and crystallised skeletons preserved for over 1,400 years.

In the afternoon, you'll visit the San Antonio Women’s Cooperative and take part in a hands-on cooking class, learning to prepare authentic local dishes using traditional techniques.

Afterwards, you'll enjoy a shared dinner with the women of the cooperative, gaining insight into their culture and community.

Included:

Breakfast, dinner

San Antonio Women’s Co-Op cooking class and dinner

Rolson Hotel or similar - comfortable accommodation in a 3-4 star hotel, featuring private amenities and showcasing local character whenever possible.

DAY 8 - Caye Caulker, Belize (Nov 28th)

If your idea of paradise is white sand, clear blue waters, and swaying palm trees, then you’re going to love Caye Caulker.

You’ll take a scenic boat ride to the island, followed by a golf cart transfer to your hotel.

On arrival, join your leader for an orientation walk.

The island is entirely walkable, but you might like to hire a bike and cycle between beach bars along quiet, palm-lined streets.

Water lovers may enjoy stand-up paddleboarding or a sunset catamaran Caribbean cruise.

Included:

Breakfast

The Caye Hotel or similar - comfortable accommodation in a 3-4 star hotel, featuring private amenities and showcasing local character whenever possible.

Day 9 - Caye Caulker, Belize (Nov 29th)

Your time in Caye Caulker is all about taking it easy, so do as much — or as little — as you like with another full day here. If you’re keen to explore the best snorkelling spots, you may want to opt for the included full-day boat tour.

After a day of swimming and lounging in the sunshine, you’ll likely work up an appetite. Belize is famous for its barbecued food, with local dishes with fresh seafood often cooked roadside.

Included:

Catamaran snorkelling tour in Hol Chan Marine Reserve including gear, guide and transport

The Caye Hotel or similar - comfortable accommodation in a 3-4 star hotel, featuring private amenities and showcasing local character whenever possible.

Day 10 - Caye Caulker - Belize International Airport (NOV 30th)

With no scheduled activities today, you’re free to depart whenever it suits you best.

Your ferry tickets are included in your travel package and your local guide will help with arrangements. You can then make your way to the ferry terminal at your convenience and begin your onward journey.

Included:

Breakfast

The Caye Hotel or similar - comfortable accommodation in a 3-4 star hotel, featuring private amenities and showcasing local character whenever possible.

Testimonials

Some things I was worried about before going were absolute highlights, and I'm so glad I pushed myself. I'm asthmatic and have an arthritic knee, so I was worried, but I was okay. It was a fabulous group of women, and I honestly loved it. I've come home with fabulous memories.

Rambler Vietnam Adventure 2025

This trip was amazing! We did only gentle walks and no hikes, but lots of workshops with various non profits run by women supporting people with challenges. It was one of the best trips I’ve ever done. You will not regret it.

Rambler Vietnam Adventure 2025

It’s hard to capture everything we did on this trip, but it was a truly special experience. I travelled with inspiring women from the United Kingdom, Canada, and Ireland, and had the honour of meeting local women who are creating community and sustainable change in Vietnam. Along the way, we also had a lot of fun (and cocktails!), ate fantastic food, and were expertly led by our very capable guide.

Rambler Vietnam Adventure 2025

The guide was amazing, and I was so happy with her service and attention to all our needs. Hoi An, the bike ride, and overall the whole experience were incredible. We experienced so much of the culture that I could not have seen if not on an organised trip. The hotels were of a very good standard.

Rambler Vietnam Adventure 2025

Everyone got along so well, and our amazing local tour leader, Tuyet, encouraged us to try new things (e.g. the motorbike tour!) and new foods. The tour was also very good value for money, as so much was included. I would highly recommend taking this trip.

Rambler Vietnam Adventure 2025

This was an amazing trip, packed with local adventures, fun activities that led to lifelong memories. We covered a lot of ground—by boats, planes, buses, trains, and motorbikes—very safely and comfortably. We saw how locals live, which we would not have if we had travelled on our own. It was incredible value for money. I met interesting, women whom I would happily travel with again. I’m thrilled that I took my first trip with Sole Sister Ramblers.

Rambler Vietnam Adventure 2025

Everywhere is in Rambling distance with Sole Sisters.

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Small Group

An immersive experience with an intimately sized group. Minimum of 9 and maximum 15 Ramblers (+ local guide & Sole Sister Ramblers host).

Inclusions & Travel

Includes 9 nights hotel accommodation, 9 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 3 dinners.

Transportation includes air-conditioned vehicle transfers throughout.

Trip Particpants

Travel with your Sole Sisters - women in midlife and beyond.

Get to know each other and plan for the trip in a dedicated WhatsApp group.

Locally Led

Benefit from a knowledgeable, English-speaking local guide who adds a deeper layer to your experience and is there to troubleshoot if any issues arise.

Your guide will accompany you throughout the trip, sharing hard-to-find spots and unique local experiences along the way.

Safety

Intrepid trips adhere to comprehensive health and safety policies and the World Travel & Tourism Council's (WTTC) Safe Travel protocols for tour operators.

Intrepid local guides undergo health and safety training and have access to 24/7 support in case of an emergency.

Frequently Asked Questions

This adventure starts in Antigua, Guatemala and ends in Caye Caulker Belize.

Our trips are intentionally designed for solo-ish travelers, and most women who join don’t know anyone else when they book.

Some women may join the trip with a friend but his experience is really about coming as you are and finding your people along the way.

Before the trip, we bring everyone together in a pre-trip WhatsApp group so you can start connecting early. It’s a lovely, low-key space to introduce yourself, ask questions, chat about packing or travel plans, and begin forming those bonds.

Sole Sister Ramblers and Intrepid are collaborating to take you beyond the everyday sights to see the hidden gems you might otherwise miss.

They will introduce you to the local people and culture at the heart of your trip.

It will be all about the hard-to-forget experiences in hard-to-find places.

You'll see all the highlights, but the real magic will happen off the beaten path, in the backstreet bodegas, local eateries, and other real-life experiences you won't find in a search engine. 

You'll enjoy your adventure with other like-minded women in midlife and beyond, finding travel companions and friends that will last a lifetime.

You’ll have the chance to enjoy the wide variety of delicious food this region is known for.

Your local guide will suggest great places to eat along the way. To give you maximum flexibility—both in choosing where, what, and with whom you dine—not all meals are included in the trip price.

As a general rule, our groups tend to gather for dinner so everyone can sample a broader range of dishes and enjoy each other’s company, but there’s absolutely no obligation—it’s always your choice.

Food in Guatemala and Belize is a joyful part of the journey, offering comforting flavors, fresh ingredients, and a beautiful mix of cultures.

In Guatemala, you’ll enjoy hearty, home-style dishes influenced by Maya traditions—think warm corn tortillas, black beans, slow-cooked stews, fresh cheeses, and vibrant local vegetables.

Belize brings a lighter, Caribbean-influenced palate, with fresh seafood, tropical fruits, coconut-based dishes, rice and beans, and plenty of grilled flavors.

Meals are generally approachable with lots of fresh options, and there’s usually room to accommodate dietary needs.

Please let your local guide know about any dietary requirements before your trip begins.

In larger cities and towns, vegetarians can usually expect a reasonable range of vegetarian restaurants and/or vegetarian options on tourist-friendly menus. That said, vegetarianism isn’t common in this part of the world, so choices may be more limited at homestays, small local restaurants, street stalls, and markets.

More restrictive dietary needs—such as vegan, coeliac, gluten intolerance, fructose intolerance, or lactose intolerance—can generally be accommodated on this trip, but you should expect a more limited variety than you might be used to at home.

We recommend bringing a small supply of your favourite snacks, if possible, to help fill any gaps along the way.

In November, both Guatemala and Belize offer warm, comfortable weather that’s well suited to travel—especially for walking, sightseeing, and time outdoors.

In Guatemala, November marks the start of the dry season. Days are typically warm and sunny, with daytime temperatures ranging from the low 70s to low 80s°F (around 22–28°C), depending on elevation.

Evenings can be cooler, particularly in higher-altitude areas like Antigua, so light layers are helpful. Rainfall drops significantly compared to earlier months, and the landscapes are still lush and green from the rainy season.

In Belize, November is warm and tropical, with daytime temperatures usually in the low to mid-80s°F (around 27–30°C). It’s the tail end of the rainy season, so you may see the occasional short shower—often refreshing and brief—but there’s still plenty of sunshine.

Coastal areas and islands benefit from sea breezes, making it feel comfortable rather than oppressive.

You will be accompanied by a local Intrepid tour leader and an Sole Sister Ramblers host.

The role of the local Intrepid guide is to make your travels hassle-free and to ensure you have the best experience possible.

Intrepid guides don’t just show you a destination; they introduce you to the soul of a place.

They will provide information about the places you visit, suggest activities and sights, recommend excellent local dining options, and introduce you to their local friends.

You can expect them to possess a broad general knowledge of the locations visited, including historical, cultural, religious, and social aspects.

The hotels are upgraded for this trip from basic to comfort which are mostly 4 star hotels.

Unless you purchase a single supplement you will be paired with another Rambler in a room with two twin beds.

All hotel rooms will have ensuite bathrooms.

When you book, Intrepid will take a deposit of and they will let you know when the final balance is due a couple of months before depature.

You will have access to your own Intrepid portal, which you can log in to and pay money through before the final balance is due.

Intrepid Travel is focused on balancing purpose with profit. In 2018, they formalized this commitment by becoming a certified B Corporation.

Certified B Corporations prioritize their employees, strive for a more inclusive supply chain, and elevate corporate social responsibility. This certification signifies their dedication to creating benefits for everyone.

Intrepid's official pledge is to utilize travel as a force for good in the world.

The following is not included in the price: international flights, required visas, services not mentioned in the itinerary, late check-out at hotels, meals and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary, drinks with included lunches and dinners, tips for leaders, guide and driver, expenditure of personal nature, personal insurance and optional activities.

Intrepid is committed to ensuring that all trips are safe for everyone involved, including travelers, local leaders, and the communities they visit.

Their health and safety policies align with recommendations from the World Health Organization and the World Travel & Tourism Council's Safe Travel protocols for tour operators.

Each itinerary undergoes a thorough risk assessment and audit, and both leaders and suppliers complete extensive health and safety training.

Intrepid will share the specific cancellation terms when you book your trip, as these can vary slightly depending on the adventure.

In most cases, a $400 deposit is required at the time of booking, with the remaining balance due 70–90 days before departure.

If something comes up and you need to cancel before making your final payment, that $400 deposit can usually be applied toward another Intrepid adventure — so it doesn’t have to go to waste.

Once full payment has been made, trips are generally non-refundable.

To travel internationally, you will need a valid passport. Most countries require that your passport be valid for at least six months, so be sure to check its expiry date before your trip.

Intrepid will need your passport information to prepare for your journey, so the details on your booking must match your passport exactly. Please ensure that you provide accurate information.

We also recommend that you carry a copy of the photo page of your passport while traveling and leave an additional copy at home with family or friends.

You are responsible for checking and addressing visa requirements from your country of origin.

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