Belize City, Belize

Old Belize City & Altun Ha

Colonial and Mayan Treasures Tour Old Belize, then journey to the mysterious Mayan ruins of Altun Ha, one of Central America’s ancient temples. Tender ashore and meet your guide for a panoramic tour of Belize’s Old Town, a city of contrasts where Caribbean culture meets a rich British heritage. Drive past St. John’s Cathedral, built in the early 1800s from bricks used as ballast in ships that brought British settlers here, and pass by an array of colonial-era buildings. Later, head north along winding roads to the fascinating ruins of Altun Ha, where five square miles of Mayan history emerge from the thick jungle. Here, several Mesoamerican temple-pyramids stand as testament to an advanced civilization that dates back as far as 900 BC. Its most famous, the Temple of the Masonry Altars, is 54 feet tall. After a guided walking tour and free time to explore, return to your ship. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.