Honduras

HONDURAS

Honduras is strategically located in the heart of Central America and is surrounded by high tropical mountains (where the Mayas built Copan an spectacular city ), which provide the country with a variety of different climates. Its northern border is the Caribbean Sea, offering long stretches of beautiful beach, warm weather and friendly people. Just off the coast, the Bay Islands are surrounded by the world’s second largest coral reef…..

Come Join us to discover the new Honduras..!

The Honduras Express 8 days/7 nights visiting Copan, Roatan and San Pedro de Sula

Henry Morgan Beach Resort 7 days discovering Roatan Island-all inclusive beach resort

Coco View premier diving resort in Roatan

Bayman Bay Club Beach and diving

Fantasy Island All inclusive for diving and relaxing in Roatan

Anthonys Key resort specializing in diving

Palma Real An all inclusive beach resort in La Ceiba

San Pedro de Sula A la carte with optionals to visit Cusuco Cloud Forest, La Mosquitia and Lake Yojoa

"The Honduras Express"

Visiting San Pedro de Sula, Copan and the pretty Island of Roatan

8 days-7 nights

Daily Departures

Day 1 : USA-SAN PEDRO DE SULA
Depart Miami (see add-ons) for a short flight to San Pedro de Sula.. Meeting and transfer to hotel Clarion.
Day 2 : SAN PEDRO DE SULA
Half day tour of San Pedro Sula. Depart from your hotel to visit one of the many banana plantations in the area. Here you will receive a brief history about bananas, how they are planted, harvested, transported and packed for shipping. You will visit the headquarters village of La Lima, home of the Chiquita Banana. Upon returning to San Pedro Sula visit the museum, the residential areas, and the Guamilito artisan market to do your souvenir shopping. (Tour includes: Transportation in air-conditioned vehicles, bilingual guide, and entrance fees)
DAY 03 S.PEDRO DE SULA-CUSUCO
Depart early by 4x4 vehicles to climb to 6800 ft to the fast growth forest of el Cusuco National Park. Upon arrival at the visitors center, hike the different trails admiring the flora and fauna. You will see giant ferns, orchids, bromeliads and other plants and if you are lucky you will see the resplendent Quetzal in its breeding grounds observe different birds and flowers. You will be served cold snacks and soft drinks. Return to San Pedro Sula in the early afternoon. (Tour Includes: Transportation in 4x4 air conditioned vehicle Entrance fees, Cold snacks and beverages)
DAY 04 SAN PEDRO DE SULA-COPAN
Morning departure for Copan. Visit the most beautiful Mayan site where you will observe archaeologists at work excavating and marking new discoveries. Visit the archaeological park, museum and the quaint village of Copan. (Tour includes: Transportation in air-conditioned vehicles, bilingual guide, and entrance fees)
ABOUT COPAN
Since it was discovered by John Stephens in 1839, Copan has become the highest artistic and cultural achievement of the ancient Maya civilization. Often referred to as the Athens of the Maya world, the great works and peaceful surrounding of the forested Copan valley seldom fail to touch the hearts of most modern visitors. Today Copan has been named an UNESCO World Heritage site and a Honduran national monument. Also, it holds the new sculpture museum-an architectural landmark.
Overnight in Copan at hotel Marina Copan or Posada Copan. (L)
DAY 05 COPAN
Day at leisure to explore the area on your own or return to the park for more exploration of the archeological park. Hotel Marina Copan or Posada Copan.
DAY 06 COPAN-SAN PEDRO DE SULA-ROATAN
Transfer by car back to San Pedro de Sula, then 20 minute flight to Roatan with transfer to hotel the all inclusive Henry Morgan Beach resort or Fantasy Island. (D)
DAY 07 ROATAN
Day at leisure in Roatan for some diving, snorkeling, fishing, or just enjoy the hotel facilities…..(B,L,D)
DAY 08 ROATAN-SAN PEDRO DE SULA-USA
Transfer to the airport for flight to San Pedro for connection with flight to Miami and homeward bound. (B)

Includes:
AIRFARE VIA AMERICAN or TACA AIRLINES FROM MIAMI (see add-ons below); 7 nights hotel accommodations; tours as mentioned in itinerary with English speaking tour guides; breakfast daily; room taxes and service charges. Local airfare San Pedro de Sula to Roatan ( RT ) and ground transportation for all tours as well as to/from Copan.

Not included:
USA airport departure and security taxes of US$79 to 150 (subject to change); travel insurance; Honduras airport departure taxes of $30 and any other service not specifically mentioned here.

Rates per person inc.airfare from Miami	Double	Triple	Single
Jan.04-Apr.30, 2009	US$2,176	2,095	3,067
May 01 to Dec.09, 2009	2,068	1,960	2,680

If you have your own international airfare -please deduct $500 per person

ADD-ONS VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES:

Add $180 from Zone 2; Add $140 from ORL, TPA, Zone 1; Add $200 from ATL, BDL, BOS, BWI, EWR, NYC, PHL, WAS, Zone 3; Add $200 from RDU; Add $300 from CHI, CLE, DEN, DTT, LAX, SFO, SJU, Zone 4,5,6.

ZONE CHART:

Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA

THE BAY ISLANDS-ROATAN

Thirty five miles north of Honduras’Caribbean coast lies the submerged Sierra de Omoamountain range, fountainhead to the verdant jungle islands of Roatan, Guanaja, Barbareta, Utila, and a jeweled patchwork of smaller islands and cays. The Honduran Bay Islands, with their friendly mix of English speaking islanders, have long been a favorite, if somewhat secret, hideaway to privy scuba divers, sailors and outdoorsmen. And while the islands now have daily jet service and an excellent selection of small first rate vacation facilities, don’t look for the casinos, discos and shopping bazaars of other "high profile islands".

Henry Morgan Beach Resort

7 days/6nights -All Inclusive

Departs Wednesday or Thursday via American Airlines

Seasons 2009	Double	Triple	Single
Jan.10-Dec.17	US$1699	1628	2286
Dec.18-Jan.03,2009	call	call	call

From Jun.15 to Aug.15 please add $100 per person

Children under 5 years old are free for hotel acc. We'll charge only cost of airfare. Please call us at 1-800-327-0080

ALL RATES PER PERSON.

If you have your own international airfare -please deduct $500 per person

INCLUDING:

Round trip airfare with American or Taca Airlines from Miami to San Pedro de Sula. Local airfare San Pedro de Sula-Roatan-San Pedro. Six nights at the beach resort Henry Morgan an all-inclusive resort, Unlimited drinks, evening entertainment, kayaking, volleyball. soccer, gymnasium and more… Room taxes and service charges & all transfers.

Note: Taca Airline has a direct flight on Sundays from Miami.

NOT INCLUDED:

USA airport departure /security /fuel surcharges/ taxes -from USA $79-150 (subject to change) · Meals · Passport fees, insurance and other services not specifically mentioned here. Honduras departure tax of US$30, insurance, alcoholic drinks, room service, laundry.

Insure America has designed a policy for Tara Tours clients. Cost for this program is $164.00-$200.00 pp. See more information about INSURANCE HERE.

CHILD under 5 years old -no charge (staying with 2 parents). For Friday and Saturday stays -please add $25 per person

ADD-ONS VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES:

Add $180 from Zone 2; Add $140 from ORL, TPA, Zone 1; Add $200 from ATL, BDL, BOS, BWI, EWR, NYC, PHL, WAS, Zone 3; Add $200 from RDU; Add $300 from CHI, CLE, DEN, DTT, LAX, SFO, SJU, Zone 4,5,6.

ZONE CHART:

ABOUT HENRY MORGAN BEACH RESORT:

Completely restored in 2004, the Henry Morgan has 112 rooms built in the local style, in charming two-storied buildings. Every room is very spacious, comfortable and beautifully decorated. The rooms include a hair dryer, telephone, satellite television, air conditioning, a fridge bar, small terrace or internal courtyard equipped with tables and chairs.

This all Inclusive resorts offers:
Full board, with buffet service; Open bar serving both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm; Snack bar in the afternoon; Daily shows;Swan tour assistant; Private beach with lounge chairs and beach umbrellas; Italian chefs

More info about Henry Morgan Beach Resort click here:

HALF MOON BAY CABINS -West end

The natural wood bungalows are nestled in a serene tropical garden along the shore of Roatan's award-winning marine reserve. Explore crystal waters just a few steps from your door and discover vibrant coral reefs and a profusion of dazzling marine life. With a very friendly service, tranquil atmosphere and superb location.

The Lodge

Includes:

AIRFARE VIA AMERICAN or TACA AIRLINES FROM MIAM (see add-ons below); 6 nights accommodations at Half Moon Bay with a/c cabins; breakfast daily; Room taxes and service charges; Local airfare San Pedro de Sula to Roatan (RT).

Not included:

USA airport departure and security taxes of $79-150 (subject to change), local transfers (available upon arrival with hotel guest services for about $8 per person one way); insurance; Honduras airport departure taxes of $30 and any other service not specifically mentioned here.

2009 RATES PER PERSON - INCL.AIRFARE

HALF MOON BAY	DBL	TRP	SGL
Per person	US$1393	1330	1870

SEASONS: From Jul.01 to Aug.15 and Jan.1 to Mar.31 add $100 pp. Dec.09 to 31 add $350 to all rates).

If you have your own international airfare -please deduct $500 per person

ADD-ONS VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES:

Add $180 from Zone 2; Add $140 from ORL, TPA, Zone 1; Add $200 from ATL, BDL, BOS, BWI, EWR, NYC, PHL, WAS, Zone 3; Add $200 from RDU; Add $300 from CHI, CLE, DEN, DTT, LAX, SFO, SJU, Zone 4,5,6. (ZONE CHART AT THE END OF THIS PAGE). RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.

COCO VIEW RESORT

Top rated in the Caribbean, Coco View offers some of the best Bay Island scuba diving just "a snorkel away from the bar". The south shore barrier reef wall and the wreck of the Prince Albert are just a few yards from your ocean front room. Great boat diving too. Meals include a Thursday night Bar-B-Q with island entertainment on the private cay. 25 ocean front rooms with private porch or balcony. A friendly no hassle atmosphere for the serious diver.

Includes:

AIRFARE VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES FROM MIAMI (or TACA AIRLINES from MIAMI & HOUSTON); 5, 6, or 7 nights accommodations at Coco View Resort; 3 meals /2 boat dives (plus drop offs) daily. Unlimited shore, night , and wreck diving. Room taxes and service charges and transfers on arrival and departure. Local airfare San Pedro de Sula to Roatan (RT).

2009 RATES PER PERSON - INCLUDES AIRFARE

COCO VIEW		5n	6n	7n
Jan.17-Apr.24 Dec.19-Jan.01, 2010	Divers	US$2011	US$2,095	US$2,395
Jan.17-Apr.24 Dec.19-Jan.01, 2010	Non Divers	1861	1942	2257

Apr.25-Aug.14, 2009
Nov.21-27, 2009
Divers US$1915 US$1,996 US$2,293

Non Divers 1761 1842 2,157

Aug.15-Dec.18, 2009

Divers US$1816 US$1,897 US$2,194

Non Divers 1716 1797 2,094

AIRFARE SEASONS: From Jul.01 to Aug.15 and Jan.1 to Mar.31 add $150 pp. From Dec.09 to 31 add $350 to all rates.

If you have your own international airfare -please deduct $500 per person

Rates per person sharing double. For Single Supplement (5n=$490 for 6n=$580; for 7 nights $670. For over water bungalows add $50.00 pp/per week (Sat. to Sat. only).

NOT INCLUDED: Insurance, USA airport departure /security /fuel surcharges/ taxes -from USA $79-150 (subject to change) Honduras airport departure tax of $30.

ADD-ONS VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES:

Add $180 from Zone 2; Add $140 from ORL, TPA, Zone 1; Add $200 from ATL, BDL, BOS, BWI, EWR, NYC, PHL, WAS, Zone 3;

Add $250 from DFW, MSY, HOU Add $200 from RDU; Add $300 from CHI, CLE, DEN, DTT, LAX, SFO, SJU, Zone 4,5,6. (ZONE CHART AT THE END OF THIS PAGE). RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.

BAYMAN BAY CLUB- GUANAJA

"A civilized Resort in a Tropical Jungle". The club’s 16 breezy rooms are tucked into the lush hillside of the highest mountain in the region. A splendid Ocean view , a tranquil retreat, and the best scuba diving on Guanaja.

Includes:

7 night accommodations with room taxes, Island airport transfers, 3 buffet meals per day, 1 night dive, 3 One tank boat dives daily Tanks/weights/Belt, Wreck dive on, unlimited shore diving and snorkling, free use of Ocean kayaks and AIRFARE VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES FROM MIAMI and from San Pedro to Guanaja. (See add-ons and seasons below)

2009 RATES PER PERSON - INCL.AIRFARE

BAYMAN BAY CLUB	Twin	Triple	Single
Divers (Jan.5-Apr.12)	2,167	1,958	2,690
Divers (Apr.13-May31)	1,758	1,648	2,299
Divers (Jun.1-Dec.13)	1,960	1,870	2,458
Divers (Dec.14-Jan.04)	call	call	call

SEASONS: From Jul.01 to Aug.15 and Jan.1 to Mar.31 add $100 pp. Dec.09 to 31 add $350 to all rates.

Non-divers: Please deduct $12 per person per day. 7 night minimum during holidays and high season (Dec-Apr).

NOT INCLUDED:

Insurance, USA airport departure /security /fuel surcharges/ taxes -from USA $79-150 (subject to change), Honduras airport dep.tax of $30.

ADD-ONS VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES:

Add $180 from Zone 2; Add $140 from ORL, TPA, Zone 1; Add $200 from ATL, BDL, BOS, BWI, EWR, NYC, PHL, WAS, Zone 3; Add $200 from RDU; Add 250 from DFW, HOU or MSY; Add $300 from CHI, CLE, DEN, DTT, LAX, SFO, SJU, Zone 4,5,6. (ZONE CHART AT THE END OF THIS PAGE). RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.

FANTASY ISLAND

69 air conditioned rooms in tropical motif, telephones, room service, refrigerators, satellite TV and more. When not diving or sunbathing on the white sand beach, catch a live band around one of the hotel’s 3 bars, or rent a wet bike or Hobie cat for a water tour around Old French Harbour.

Includes:

4 or 7 night accommodations standard rooms; 3 boat dives daily; unlimited beach diving; 1 night dive (7 night package only), transfers; 3 meals daily. (Diving includes air tanks, wights, belt, and boat trips with PADI dive masters) and AIRFARE VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES FROM MIAMI and from S.Pedro de Sula to Roatan. (ALSO TACA FLYS DIRECT FROM HOUSTON TO ROATAN)

2009 RATES PER PERSON - INCL.AIRFARE

FANTASY ISLAND	7night	Sgl.Supp
Divers	US$1996	718
Non-divers	1870	664

SEASONS: From Jul.01 to Aug.15 and Jan.1 to Mar.31 add $100 pp. Dec.09 to 24 add $350 to all rates. CALL FOR RATES FOR DEC.25, 2009 to JAN.03, 2010

ADD-ONS VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES:

Add $180 from Zone 2; Add $140 from ORL, TPA, Zone 1; Add $200 from ATL, BDL, BOS, BWI, EWR, NYC, PHL, WAS, Zone 3; Add $250 from DFW, HOU or MSY, Add $200 from RDU; Add $300 from CHI, CLE, DEN, DTT, LAX, SFO, SJU, Zone 4,5,6. (ZONE CHART AT THE END OF THIS PAGE). RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.

NOT INCLUDED: Insurance, USA airport departure /security /fuel surcharges/ taxes -from USA $79 to 150, Nicaraguan airport dep.tax of $30.

ANTHONY’S KEY RESORT

Roatan’s most innovative and most established resort hotel offers dolphin encounters, horse back riding, world class diving, and a true "The Way the Caribbean Used to Be..." atmosphere, home of the Roatan museum and Bailey’s Caynature Preserve, "A.K.R." is a great choice for the serious diver as well as the vacationing family. Choose from cabanas on the key or hill side rooms overlooking the sea.

Include:

7 night double accommodations; 3 meals daily; 3 dives per day; 2 night dives per week; transfers; room taxes and airfare VIA AMERICAN or TACA AIRLINES from Miami and local air from S. Pedro de Sula to Roatan. (See seasons & add-ons below)

RATES PER PERSON 2009- INCL.AIRFARE

ANTONY’S KEY RESORT	Twin	Triple	Single
Hill Standard Jan.04-Apr.30; Jun & Jul	US$2,099	1,947	2,531
Hill Standard May to Nov.23, Dec.1-21	1,999	1,888	2,446

For Hill Superior Cabins -please add 5% to above rates.

Rates for Christmas and New Years -please call.

Non-diver $100 less for the week package.

If you have your own international airfare -please deduct $500 per person

SEASONS: From Jul.01 to Aug.15 and Jan.1 to Mar.31 add $100 pp. Dec.09 to 31 add $350 to all rates- High season airfare.

ADD-ONS VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES:

Add $180 from Zone 2; Add $140 from ORL, TPA, Zone 1; Add $200 from ATL, BDL, BOS, BWI, EWR, NYC, PHL, WAS, Zone 3; Add $200 from RDU; Add $250 from DFW, HOU, MSY; Add $300 from CHI, CLE, DEN, DTT, LAX, SFO, SJU, Zone 4,5,6. (ZONE CHART AT THE END OF THIS PAGE). RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.

NOTE: Taca Airlines flights only certain dates of the week. Please call

NOT INCLUDED: Insurance, USA airport departure /security /fuel surcharges/ taxes -from USA US$79 to 150 (subject to change). Honduras airport departure tax of $30.

ALL RATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND THEY ARE SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY.

LA CEIBA-Hotel & beach Resort Palma Real

-All Inclusive-

INCLUDING:

Six nights at the exclusive beach resort PALMA REAL -an all-inclusive resort with buffet style menus in an informal Honduran style. Salads, soup, and main courses are part of the buffet, which you can enjoy with your choice of white or red house wine or local beer. The resort offers theme dinners on weekends. Evening entertainment, discothèque, sailing, tennis courts and more.

Land Tour Cost per person 2009

Palma Real	Double	Triple	Single	Children
Jan.02-Mar.31	US$898	871	1358	457
Apr.01-Sep.15	655	574	899	370

ALL RATES PER PERSON.

For Extra nights -please call.

Child rate apply for children under 10 years old -sharing room with parents

SAMPLE AIRFARE FROM MIAMI VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES: $475-525 plus USA departure taxes.(Add-ons available from more than 100 USA cities).

NOT INCLUDED:

International airfare; USA airport departure /security /fuel surcharges/ taxes -from USA; Honduras departure tax $30, insurance, imported drinks, room service, laundry. Telephone and communications. Car rental. Air taxi...and any other service not mentioned in the all inclusive section.

About Palma Real

The Palma Real Beach Resort & Villas is located 20 km. from the city of La Ceiba, highway to Trujillo. Surounded by natural beauty with green mountains, blue sky and the crystal clear caribbean waters in a hypnotic contrast, the hotel has a perfect location.

The Hotel:
It has 161 rooms & suite with exquisite decoration and a fresh and caribbean style, distributed in a two building complex. You´ll find hot water, air conditioning, telephone, cable tv, bath tub and hair dryer in every room and suite.

Caña Brava Restaurant:
Enjoy our special dishes in buffet style, all preparred by our international chef. We offer theme menus on weekends. Open every day :
Breakfast: 7 to 10 am Lunch: 12m to3 pm Dinner: 7 to 10 pm

Ola Hola Theater:
Our own artistic place. This is where we have our own shows for entertainment, this is a place for everybody. We are sure this is one experience you´ll never forget.

Guifitti Disco:
Do you have energy to continue? This is the right place. Guifitti is located right in front of our pools, in the second floor of the kioskos. We have the best selection of music and our own D.J. You have to be at least 18 years old to enter, Thursday to Sunday from 10 pm to 1 am

ALL INCLUSIVE FEATURES
Buffet breakfast, lunch & dinner plus snacks ; 3 a la carte dinners per person per week with reservations (Tue, Thu & Sun) ; Unlimited domestic drinks from 10am to 1am ; Daytime tennis; Daily activities & nightly entertainment ; All taxes and gratuities.

SAN PEDRO SULA

With nice accommodations excellent restaurants and a friendly atmosphere, San Pedro Sula is a great base for excursions. Copan tour originate and end here and most travelers to the Bay Islands and other Central American cities will change planes in San Pedro. It is the second largest city in the country and also its industrial capital.

3 Days/2 Nights TARA No. 120

Day 1 : Arrive in San Pedro Sula. Meeting and transfer to hotel selected.

Day 2 : Half day tour of San Pedro Sula. Depart from your hotel to visit one of the many banana plantations in the area. Here you will receive a brief history about bananas, how they are planted, harvested, transported and packed for shipping. You will visit the headquarters village of La Lima, home of the Chiquita Banana. Upon returning to San Pedro Sula visit the museum, the residential areas, and the Guamilito artisan market to do your souvenir shopping. (Tour includes: Transportation in air-conditioned vehicles, bilingual guide, and entrance fees)

Day 3 : Transfer to airport for departure flight.

HOTELS RATES PER PERSON 2009

HOTELS (EP)	Twin	Triple	Single
Gran Sula or S. Anthony's	326	295	474
Extra night	93	80	132

Rates subject to change at any time.

OPTIONAL TOURS TO COPAN

(Minimum 2 passengers)

The awe-inspiring 74,130 acre Copan Archaeological Park is 2 1/2 hours from San Pedro Sula. Copan has contributed to modern man’s understanding of the Great Mayan Civilization.

Copan Day Tour:

Visit the most beautiful Mayan site where you will observe archaeologists at work excavating and marking new discoveries. Visit the archaeological park, museum and the quaint village of Copan. Late afternoon return to San Pedro Sula.

Rates per person:......................US$199.00

Includes: Round trip transfers, transportation, lunch English speaking guide.

Copan Overnight:

For those with a unique interest in the Mayan Culture, a 2 day/1 night visit is a must. After wandering through the archaeological monuments you will return to the village of Copan to overnight at one of the local inns. The following morning you’ll have some time for wandering and photographing at your leisure. In the afternoon return to San Pedro Sula.

Rates per person: Sharing double $574..........Single $898.00

Includes: 1 night hotel accommodations (hotel Marina Copan), round trip transfers, transportation, entrance fees, English speaking guide and 3 meals.

OPTIONAL TOURS FROM SAN PEDRO SULA:

CITY TOUR
Depart from the airport or downtown San Pedro Sula to visit one of the many banana plantations in the area. Here you will receive a brief history about bananas, how they are planted, harvested, transported and packed for shipping. You will visit the headquarters village of La Lima, home of the Chiquita Banana. Upon returning to San Pedro Sula visit the museum, the residential areas, and the Guamilito artisan market to do your souvenir shopping. Tour includes: Transportation in air-conditioned vehicles, bilingual guide, and entrance fees.

LAKE YOJOA-PULHAPANZAK
Drive up the pine covered mountains to the Pulhapanzak waterfalls, which is located next to an indigenous archeological site. You can hike to the bottom and back of the waterfall. Continue to Lake Yojoa where you can enjoy the great scenery while having lunch at the Agua Azul Hotel. At the hotel you can rent boats to take rides on the lake, in the late afternoon return to San Pedro Sula. tour includes: Transportation in air conditioned vehicle. Bilingual guide and Lunch

OMOA SPANISH FORTRESS
Take a 1 hour drive to the north coast of Honduras where you will visit one of the many forts built by the Spaniards to protect the coasts and ocean from pirates and corsairs who were on the prowl for the treasures that Spain was shipping from Central America. The fort was built in 1776 and is located on the coast shore the first port of Honduras was established. We will visit one of the local beachfront hotels where you can swim and if you wish have lunch. Return in the afternoon to San Pedro Sula. Tour Includes: Transportation in air conditioned vehicle, Lunch, Entrance fees

CUSUCO
Depart early by 4x4 vehicles to climb to 6800 ft to the fast growth forest of el Cusuco National Park. Upon arrival at the visitorsâ€™ center, hike the different trails admiring the flora and fauna. You will see giant ferns, orchids, bromeliads and other plants and if you are lucky you will see the resplendent Quetzal in its breeding grounds observe different birds and flowers. You will be served cold snacks and soft drinks. Return to San Pedro Sula in the early afternoon. Tour Includes: Transportation in 4x4 air conditioned vehicle Entrance fees, Cold snaks and beverages

Minimum 2 passengers:

Cusuco Cloud Forest:

Full day excursion.........................................................US$252

Tela & Garifuna Village:

Full day excursion.............................................................$253

Omoa Fortress & Beach:

Full day excursion..............................................................$192

Lake Yohoa and Pulha Panzak:

Full day excursion .............................................................$192

CUSUCO 02 DAYS/01 NIGHT
DAY 01
PICK up at your hotel in San Pedro Sula and transfer to the Cusuco Cloud Forest aboard a 4x4 vehicle. In the village of Buenos Aires you will make a stop for a fresh cup of mountain harvest coffee. Then, you will continue the trip to the Eco Albergue Buenos Aires, to stay there for the night. The Eco Albergue Buenos Aires is a community-run eco lodge at the doorstep to the cloud forest of Cusuco National park. The lodge offers visitors accommodations in a cozy and rustic lodge with awe-inspiring views of the Merendon mountain range. After an adventurous hike in the park with a local guide, you will retire to the lodge where you will enjoy a typical meal and relax in the cool mountain air. Meals included: Lunch and dinner.
DAY 02
Early in the morning, you will hike the National Park (approximately 2 hrs.) in search of quetzals. Afterwards, you will visit the Calin waterfall at the Cusuco River nearby the cabins. After breakfast, transfer back to San Pedro Sula. Meals included: Breakfast

INCLUDED SERVICES
All land transfers on board our 4 x 4 vehicles, excursions and entrance fees with a bilingual guide (Spanish / English), 01 night accommodation in cabins. 01 Breakfast, 01 lunch and 01 dinner.

Lake Yojoa and its National Parks

03 DAYS / 02 NIGHTS

DAY 01
Pick up at your hotel and transfer to the Pulhapanzak Waterfalls. There you will have time to enjoy the scenery or to swim. Then, you will continue your trip to the Lake Yojoa. Lunch at a lake-side restaurant. Afterwards, you will visit an exotic flower farm and check in at your hotel. During the rest of the afternoon you will have time to relax. Overnight by the Lake Yojoa. Meals included: Lunch and dinner

DAY 02
After an early breakfast at your Hotel, transfer to the Azul Meámbar National Park, where you will explore the trails. After lunch at the visitor’s center, visit to the Los Naranjos Archaeological Site. In the evening, transfer back to San Pedro Sula. Overnight at the Hotel Holiday Inn. Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 03
Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the International Airport of San Pedro Sula or to another place to connect you with another tour of your choice. Meals included: Breakfast.

INCLUDED SERVICES
All land transfers according to the itinerary in A/C units, excursions and entrance fees with a bilingual guide (Spanish / English), 01 night accommodation at the Hotel Honduyate and 01 night at the Hotel Holiday Inn. 02 Breakfasts, 02 lunches and 01 dinner

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LA MOSQUITIA

DAY 01 LA CEIBA AIRPORT / PALACIOS / LAS MARIAS
Meet and greet at you hotel. At 6:00 AM you will take a plane from La Ceiba to Brus Laguna. Then, you will continue traveling using a motorized canoe which will take you to Raistá (2.5 hrs.). After changing canoes we will continue towards Las Marías (5 hrs) with a rest stop. During the trip you will have time to observe colorful aquatic birds and canoes of indigenous Miskitos filled with bananas, yucca and fruits. Overnight in Las Marías. Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

DAY 02 LAS MARIAS OVERNIGHT
After breakfast (7:00AM), we will go for a walk through the town of Las Marías (40 min.) till we will get to Batiltuk from where our canoes (without motor) will take us to the Río Platano. Our trip will take us to Los Petroglifos. Before lunch, we will go for a walk (about 2 hrs.) in the tropical rainforest. And later we will continue our trip in canoes (pipantes) until we arrive at Los Petroglifos of Walpaulbansirpe. It will take us about 2 hrs. to get back to Las Marías. Overnight in Las Marías. Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

DAY 03 RAISTA OVERNIGHT (MISKITO VILLAGE ON THE COAST)
After breakfast, we will return to the coast in motorized canoes until we reach Raistá (about 4 hrs.) where we will have lunch. After lunch, you will have time to enjoy the sea and beaches of Raistá. Afterwards, we will visit the Butterfly Farm. Overnight in Raistá (a miskito village at the coast). Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

DAY 04 RETURN TO LA CEIBA
We will leave Raistá to get to Palacios at 4:30 AM by motorized canoe and enjoy the sunrise of the Lagoon of Ibans. The plane to La Ceiba will leave at about 7:30 AM. The flight will take 50 min. After you have arrived at the Airport of La Ceiba you can take either a plane to San Pedro Sula or a plane to Roatán. Meals included: Breakfast.

INCLUDED SERVICES
All transfers according to the itinerary, excursions and entrance fees with a specialized bilingual guide, 03 nights in Houses of the Community (very basic accommodation). Flight La Ceiba / Palacios and Flight Palacios / La Ceiba. 03 Breakfasts, 03 lunches and 03 dinners.

TEGUCIGALPA

The beautiful capital of Honduras, whose name means "Hill of Silver" , was founded over 400 years ago and offers lovely architecture, cool evenings, good shopping, excellent dinning, and interesting day excursions.

3 Days/2 Nights TARA No. 122

Day 1 : Arrive in Tegucigalpa. Transfer to hotel selected.

Day 2 : Half day sightseeing tour of the city visiting the National Museum, Presidential Palace, Basilica of Suyapa, the market and many other places of interest.

Day 3 : Transfer to the airport.

HOTELS RATES PER PERSON 2009

Hotels (EP)	Twin	Triple	Single
Intercontinental	US$403	360	757

Rates subject to change without notice. Sample airfare from Miami $395-460. Have your Travel Agent call Tara Tours. Add-ons available from more than 100 USA cities.

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