Private Day Tour from Antigua to Lake Atitlan

10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

This is the exclusive, private day tour of Lake Atitlan, ideal for travelers who want to experience the best of the lake without haste. Enjoy private transportation from your hotel in Antigua.
Explore three unforgettable Mayan villages—San Juan, San Pedro and Santiago—with personalized attention, artisan workshops, lake views, spectacular photographs and authentic cultural immersion. Designed to offer comfort, real experiences, this tour allows you to discover the magic of Lake Atitlan and return to Antigua the same day, being the perfect choice for travelers seeking a higher quality experience.

✅ Reasons to book this tour:

Greater comfort and privacy: no strangers, no waiting times.

Make the most of your time: get to know three villages and return to Antigua the same day.

Ideal for spectacular photos: volcanoes, murals, viewpoints

Personalized attention : a guide that adapts the experience to the rhythm and interests of the group

What's Included

Transport by private boat
Private transportation
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tips
Alcoholic Beverages
Lunch
Breakfast

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

You need to give us the name of your hotel in Antigua or the address of your Airbnb

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Antigua

    Hotel pickup – Antigua Guatemala Duration: 10 minutes Your private driver will arrive directly at your hotel in Antigua to start the journey to Lake Atitlan. From the first moment you will enjoy a comfortable, safe and personalized experience, traveling through the mountains of the Guatemalan highlands until you reach one of the most beautiful lakes in the world.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Panajachel

    Panajachel – Free time in Calle Santander Duration: 30 minutes When you arrive in Panajachel, you can walk along the vibrant Santander Street, famous for its colorful atmosphere, craft shops, cafes and spectacular views of the lake and volcanoes. It is the perfect place to take panoramic photos, meet local artisans and feel the authentic atmosphere of the main gate of Lake Atitlan.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Lake Atitlan

    Lake Atitlan – Private boat ride Duration: 20 minutes You will board a private boat exclusively for your group and start sailing on Lake Atitlan. During the tour you will enjoy breathtaking views of the volcanoes Atitlan, Tolimán and San Pedro, as well as the villages surrounding the banks. It is a perfect time to relax, enjoy the lake breeze and capture spectacular photos.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    San Juan la Laguna

    San Juan La Laguna Duration: 45 minutes San Juan is one of the most authentic and artistic villages on the lake. Here you will meet cooperatives of women weavers who keep alive ancestral techniques, such as natural dyes extracted from local plants. You’ll also walk through streets full of colorful murals, visit artisan cocoa workshops and discover a community proud of its Tz’utujil Mayan heritage. It is a deeply cultural stop, quiet and perfect for photography.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    San Pedro La Laguna

    San Pedro La Laguna Duration: 35 minutes San Pedro combines tradition and a modern lakeside atmosphere. You can walk along its seawall, enjoy breathtaking views of the San Pedro volcano and explore small cafés with waterfront terraces. It is an ideal place to relax for a few minutes, take amazing photos and experience the most vibrant and contemporary side of Lake Atitlan.

    35 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Santiago Atitlan

    Santiago Atitlan Duration: 50 minutes Santiago is the cultural heart of the Tz’utujil people and one of the most traditional communities on the lake. Here you will visit its historic church, tour the local market full of colors and aromas, and observe daily life in the central square. You will also have the option of meeting Maximón, a unique spiritual figure in Guatemala. This stop allows you to understand the spirituality, history and strong cultural identity of the region.

    50 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Panajachel

    Return to Panajachel – Optional lunch Duration: 1 hour Back to Panajachel you can enjoy lunch with spectacular views of the lake and volcanoes in a local restaurant. It is a perfect time to rest after the cultural experience and enjoy Guatemalan cuisine.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Antigua

    Return to Antigua – Arrival at the hotel Duration: 2.5 hours Direct and comfortable return to your hotel in Antigua. Your driver will drop you off at the door, concluding a private one-day experience that combines breathtaking scenery, vivid Mayan culture and comfort at every stage of the tour.

    3 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Car Tours
Adventure Tours

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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