Guatemala
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The Best of Guatemala
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Trip Length
10 days
you choose your departure date
Prices starting from
3,289.00 €
Per person excluding international flights
Services included:
Escorted Accomodations Assistance 24/7 Private transport Guided tour Cultural
Places you'll visit
Antigua Guatemala; Chichicastenango; Lake Atitlán; Quetzaltenango; Guatemala City; Tikal National Park; Livingston.
10 days
Guatemala, is the heart of the Mayan world. Alive, magical, mystical and ancestral. Its history goes back to four thousand years, when the Mayan civilization emerged, whose legacy remains today with the traditions and culture of its people.
Guatemala is a country of extraordinary cultural and natural richness and with a privileged geographical location. The distances from place to place are short, allowing you to visit several regions in the same trip.
It is a unique country, of adventure, unforgettable, between its past and present, in addition to the diversity of activities that it offers to the visitor. Known as the country of the eternal spring, it enjoys a pleasant climate that allows to visit it at any time of the year. In addition, it offers several possibilities of access from any part of the world, with two international airports: the Aurora, located in the capital city; And Mundo Maya, located in the Department of Petén.
The colour of its handicraft markets and its regional costumes, the hospitality of its people, the beauty of its natural landscapes that frame volcanoes, lakes, rivers and mountains, make Guatemala etched in the heart of those who visit it. Its natural, cultural and historical patrimony can be discovered in every corner of the country.
Guatemala houses the largest number of archaeological sites in the Mayan culture, surrounded by an impressive flora and fauna, which makes them the true lungs of humanity. The magic and Mystery of the Mayan world subsist in millenary cities such as Tikal, Yaxhá, Aguateca, Mirador, Quiriguá and Q’uma ‘ Rkaj among others.
Guatemala, is the heart of the Mayan world. Alive, magical, mystical and ancestral. Its history goes back to four thousand years, when the Mayan civilization emerged, whose legacy remains today with the traditions and culture of its people. ... See more
Guatemala, is the heart of the Mayan world. Alive, magical, mystical and ancestral. Its history goes back to four thousand years, when the Mayan civilization emerged, whose legacy remains today with the traditions and culture of its people.
Guatemala is a country of extraordinary cultural and natural richness and with a privileged geographical location. The distances from place to place are short, allowing you to visit several regions in the same trip.
It is a unique country, of adventure, unforgettable, between its past and present, in addition to the diversity of activities that it offers to the visitor. Known as the country of the eternal spring, it enjoys a pleasant climate that allows to visit it at any time of the year. In addition, it offers several possibilities of access from any part of the world, with two international airports: the Aurora, located in the capital city; And Mundo Maya, located in the Department of Petén.
The colour of its handicraft markets and its regional costumes, the hospitality of its people, the beauty of its natural landscapes that frame volcanoes, lakes, rivers and mountains, make Guatemala etched in the heart of those who visit it. Its natural, cultural and historical patrimony can be discovered in every corner of the country.
Guatemala houses the largest number of archaeological sites in the Mayan culture, surrounded by an impressive flora and fauna, which makes them the true lungs of humanity. The magic and Mystery of the Mayan world subsist in millenary cities such as Tikal, Yaxhá, Aguateca, Mirador, Quiriguá and Q’uma ‘ Rkaj among others.
Highlights
HighlightsExperience:
Guides:
Professional Tour Director while touring, English and Spanish speaking.
Transportation:
Touring by private first-class vehicles.
Food & Drink Experiences:
We believe that in order to really know a place everybody must also know its culinary products and its local food tastes. So why our itineraries are designed to ensure an authentic culinary experiences.
Please let us know if you have any food allergies or special dietary needs.
What is included:
Private transportation with a bilingual driver/guide during the full 11 days;
11 Nights double room occupancy in the hotels mentioned in the itinerary;
Domestic flight between Guatemala City and Flores;
Entrance fees and local guides for the tours;
24 hour telephone assistance.
What is not included:
Personal expenses;
Entrance fees;
Tips to Drivers and Guides;
Meals other than mentioned within the itinerary;
International airfare to/from Guatemala and Airport taxes.
Baggage porterage and other extras not specified.
Itinerary
ItineraryDAY 1 - ARRIVAL
Welcome to Guatemala
Pick up at Guatemala City International Airport “La Aurora”. Private transfer to
the colonial city of Antigua.
DAY 2 - ANTIGUA GUATEMALA
One of the UNESCO world heritage site in Guatemala
Founded on March 10, 1543, La Antigua Guatemala was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1979. This beautiful and magical colonial city has almost five hundred years of history, with a privileged climate and an exceptional view of the Fire and Acatenango volcanoes.
After breakfast you will explore the colonial city with a private guide, visiting the main monuments from the colonial period: Las Capuchinas convent, La Merced church, La Plaza de Armas, the Palace of the Royal Council, the Captain-General’s Palace and the Cathedral. In the afternoon you will visit San Antonio Aguas calientes (hot springs) and the coffee farm La Azotea.
DAY 3 - ANTIGUA GUATEMALA – CHICHICASTENANGO – LAKE ATITLÁN (PANAJACHEL)
Between volcanic panoramas, towns & colorful markets
After breakfast we will leave Antigua and travel to Chichicastenango, a city situated in the central highland region of Guatemala. Here you will visit the famous and colorful market of Chichicastenango. You will also visit the Santo Tomás church, the Calvario, and the cemetery where indigenous people come to solemnize their Mayan ceremonies. In the afternoon we will travel to Lake Atitlán.
DAY 4 - LAKE ATITLÁN
The place where the rainbow gets its colours
We will depart at 9.00am at a boat tour to the indigenous village Santiago Atitlán, situated between the Tolimán and San Pedro volcanoes. You will visit the Santiago Apóstol church, the local market where you can buy all types of fruits and vegetables, and the idol Maximón, a symbol of the mixed pagan-Christian religion of the indigenous communities of Guatemala.
DAY 5 - LAKE ATITLAN (PANAJACHEL) – QUETZALTENANGO
Discover the south-east of Guatemala
We leave Panajachel and travel to Quetzaltenango, discovering the south-east of Guatemala. On the way you will visit Salcajá and San Andrés Xecul, both of which are indigenous villages with beautiful colonial churches. In the afternoon you will tour the historical center of Quetzaltenango in a streetcar/tram.
DAY 6 - QUETZALTENANGO – GUATEMALA CITY
Villages & hot springs
Today we will visit the villages of Cantel, Zunil, Almolonga and the hot springs at Fuentes Georginas. We have lunch in the Eco Saunas Las Cumbres, after which we leave Zunil and travel to Guatemala City.
DAY 7 - GUATEMALA CITY – TIKAL NATIONAL PARK
Feeling adventurous? Discover the mysterious ruins of Tikal National Park
We leave Guatemala City by plane and fly with TAG to Flores. In Flores there will be a transfer ready to take you to Tikal national park, where you will have a private guided tour. The tour will take you to the main Plaza with all its famous constructions and other ruin complexes like the Lost World and Complex Q.
DAY 8 - TIKAL NATIONAL PARK – LIVINGSTON
The Caribbean side of Guatemala
We will leave Tikal to visit the island of Flores and then take off to Rio Dulce. In Rio Dulce we will take the boat to Livingston, a sea town at the Caribbean side of Guatemala known for its Garifuna culture.
DAY 9 - LIVINGSTON – GUATEMALA CITY
Hike along a creek amid a lush rainforest to reach Seven Altars
You will start the day with a guided tour in Livingstone, visiting the Siete Altares (Seven Altars). Then you will travel in private boat to Puerto Barrios, a short trip over sea, and head back to Guatemala city.
DAY 10 - GUATEMALA CIY
Day of departure
Transport to international airport La Aurora (B) End of Services.