Travel The World By Train V. 7: Central America

5 Continents, 55 Countries

Travel through Central America and ascend to a height of 7,874 feet on Mexico's popular Chihuahua Pacific Railroad. Visit ancient Mayan ruins as we travel through the Yucatan Peninsula. On a bustling train in Guatemala, we view the sugar cane fields and experience the vibrating colors and textures of the Guatemalan culture. Photograph a dense rain forest on a jungle train in Costa Rica and starting in Havana, cross the island of Cuba. In Jamaica, famous for its sun-drenched beaches and reggae music, we hear beautiful gospel singing as we wind our way through the unique towns of this small Caribbean island.
Train Routes:
Los Mochis - Chihuahua
Mexico City - Cordora - Merida - Tizimin
Guatemala - Puerto Barrios
San Jose - Puntarenas
Havana - Santiageo de Cuba
Kingston - Montego Bay