Guatemala awaits you with a perfect blend of culture, landscapes, and Mayan heritage. Wander through charming Antigua Guatemala, marvel at the colorful market in Chichicastenango, sail across majestic Lake Atitlán, and discover the traditions of San Juan La Laguna. The journey culminates with an unforgettable experience at Tikal, exploring the temples, acropolis, and ruins of one of the Americas' most fascinating civilizations. Six days to discover the essence of Guatemala through history, nature, and living culture.
DAY 01 GUATEMALA CITY AIRPORT – ANTIGUA GUATEMALA
Arrival at La Aurora International Airport for assistance and transfer to Antigua Guatemala. Accommodation.
DAY 02 HALF-DAY ANTIGUA TOUR
Breakfast. Visit one of the most important cities of the colonial period in the Americas; upon arrival, visit the Santa Catalina Arch, the Plaza de Armas, La Merced Church, and the Cathedral. After the tour, enjoy some free time. Overnight stay.
DAY 03 ANTIGUA – CHICHICASTENANGO – LAKE ATITLÁN
Breakfast. Early departure for the Chichicastenango market, located in the Guatemalan central highlands and renowned for its colorful market and displays of Mayan ceremonies (though these are not always visible, as they depend on local activities). Visit the Church of Santo Tomás. Later, depart for Lake Atitlán—surrounded by the Atitlán, Tolimán, and San Pedro volcanoes—where the crystal-clear waters reflect the lake's natural beauty. Enjoy a panoramic tour of Panajachel. Afterward, transfer to the hotel for check-in.
DAY 04 BOAT TO SAN JUAN LA LAGUNA – LAKE ATITLÁN – GUATEMALA
Breakfast. At 8:00 AM, we will board a boat for a 30-minute ride to the village of San Juan La Laguna. Upon arrival, we will take a walk to visit the street famous for its murals, hats, and parasols. Next, we will head to the chocolate cooperative to see how chocolate is made, followed by a visit to the textile cooperative, where we will be shown the process of creating dyes for these beautiful fabrics. We will also learn about the production of coffee, honey, oil paintings, and craft beer. At a convenient time, we will return to Panajachel by boat (a 30-minute trip), and in the afternoon, we will transfer to Guatemala City for our overnight stay.
DAY 05 GUATEMALA – FLORES – TIKAL – FLORES – GUATEMALA (Flight not included)
A boxed breakfast will be provided at the hotel reception. At 4:00 AM, you will be transferred to the airport to board your flight to Mundo Maya International Airport. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the Tikal Archaeological Site—the most important site in the Maya world; its name means "Place of Voices," and it was built during the Maya Classic period.
Upon arriving at the Tikal Archaeological Site, our guide will show you a scale model of the temple and acropolis complex. You will visit Complexes Q and R, followed by the Central Acropolis, Temple I ("The Great Jaguar"), and Temple II ("Temple of the Masks"—with the former considered one of the most significant structures in the complex). You will also visit the "Lost World" (Mundo Perdido) area (time permitting) before returning to the Visitor Center in the afternoon for lunch.
At the appropriate time, you will be transferred to Mundo Maya Airport for your return flight to Guatemala City. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for your overnight stay.
DAY 06 HOTEL – GUATEMALA CITY AIRPORT
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport for the return flight home.
RATES
EXCLUDED DATES
During these dates, rates are subject to availability and reconfirmation by the operator.
IMPORTANT: The Guatemala City – Flores – Guatemala City flight ticket is not included.
Cost: USD 285.00 per person, including one 20 lb carry-on bag + one 10 lb personal item.
Luggage for Tikal:
Each passenger may carry a maximum of 20 lbs of checked luggage and 10 lbs of carry-on luggage; any excess is subject to space availability.
HOTELS
This is a list of the hotels most frequently used for this tour. It is provided for reference only; passengers may be accommodated in similar or alternative establishments of the same category.
TRAVEL NOTES
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS
Suggested visits or tours listed in the program will be offered by our local operator and can be purchased either here or directly at the destination; however, if the passenger decides to participate in these activities, they should not book them with a different operator, as the tour schedules may vary. The guide has full authority to modify the order of scheduled visits for logistical, operational, or weather-related reasons, while still honoring the contracted services.
We accept no responsibility for services booked with other companies.
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