It is a humbling and absolutely thrilling experience to stand at the foot of a towering

pyramid, to see it like a stairway to the sky as the Mayans did. By itself it would be reason enough to visit Belize, but this friendly country offers so much more. Belize is home to some of the grandest archaeological treasures in the Western Hemisphere. Visiting them is made all the more worthwhile because they rise from a fascinating jungle, an environment you'll explore in detail with our local guides. Though the Mayan culture fell into ruin, the country's other great monument has never stopped growing. The barrier reef along the coast of Belize is second only to Australia's Great Barrier Reer in size and diversity. We're always on the lookout for destinations that provide a range of cultural and natural history experiences, and this tour offers both—only a few short hours from anywhere in the United States.