10 days in Belize Itinerary

San Pedro evolved from small fishing village and now represents one of the most visited locations in Belize.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Shark Ray Alley and Parasailing & Paragliding. There's much more to do: explore the gorgeous colors at Hol Chan Marine Reserve, stroll through Mexico Rocks, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, and take in the exciting artwork at The Gallery of San Pedro.

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San Francisco, USA to San Pedro is an approximately 11.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of subway, train, bus, and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Traveling from San Francisco to San Pedro, you'll lose 2 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect much hotter temperatures when traveling from San Francisco in December; daily highs in San Pedro reach 83°F and lows reach 72°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Mon) to allow time to fly to Placencia.

Once a humble fishing village, Placencia has been transformed into a leading tourist destination, with its focus primarily on outdoor activity and natural exploration.

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Tue): head off the coast to Pumpkin Caye, stop by Treasure Box, then take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Placencia Fellowship.

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Traveling by flight from San Pedro to Placencia takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry, car, and bus; or do a combination of ferry and bus. In December, daily temperatures in Placencia can reach 82°F, while at night they dip to 68°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Tue) so you can drive to Hopkins.

Advertised as the "Friendliest Village in Belize," Hopkins remains a small fishing settlement on a stretch of golden coastline that offers plenty of modern amenities.

On the 23rd (Wed), look for gifts at Garimaya Gift Shop, get interesting insight from Tours, and then see exotic creatures in open habitats at D-Golden Tours.

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Getting from Placencia to Hopkins by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or fly. December in Hopkins sees daily highs of 83°F and lows of 72°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Wed) to allow time to drive to San Ignacio.

The cultural hub of the district, San Ignacio neatly blends tourism and tradition, expats and indigenous peoples into a convincingly authentic, but modern and welcoming inland town.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Green Iguana Conservation Project and Big Rock Falls. On the 26th (Sat), enjoy an adventurous day among the treetops at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks. There's lots more to do: take in nature's colorful creations at Belize Botanic Gardens, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, contemplate the long history of Xunantunich Mayan Ruins, and take in the exciting artwork at Cappello's Art Gallery.

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Traveling by car from Hopkins to San Ignacio takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Sat) early enough to drive to Belize City.

Belize's biggest urban center, Belize City is a culturally diverse seaside destination.

Kick off your visit on the 27th (Sun): make a trip to The Belize Sign Monument and then explore the striking landscape of Billy Barquiedier National Park.

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Traveling by car from San Ignacio to Belize City takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. In December in Belize City, expect temperatures between 83°F during the day and 72°F at night. On the 27th (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.