8-Day Best of Guatemala Tour: Antigua, Pacaya Volcano, Lake Atitlan and Tikal Ruins

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Airport - Antigua Guatemala
1 stop
1
The Plaza Central Park
Once you arrive at the La Aurora International Airport in Guatemala City, enjoy convenient transportation to your hotel in Antigua to gear up for your exciting 8-day guided Guatemala tour.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Antigua Guatemala and Coffee Plantation
3 stops
2
The Plaza Central Park
Explore the charming colonial city of Antigua on foot with your knowledgeable guide. Visit some of the city’s most beautiful churches, including the Baroque-style La Merced Church, San Francisco Church and Santo Domingo Monastery.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
3
Iglesia de La Merced
Visit La Merced Church.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
4
Iglesia de San Francisco El Grande
Visit San Francisco Church
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Pacaya Volcano
1 stop
5
Parque Nacional Volcan De Pacaya
Enjoy breakfast before spending the morning hiking up Pacaya Volcano, the most active volcano in Guatemala. Admire impressive views of the Calderas Lagoon and the three nearby volcanoes -- Agua, Fuego and Acatenango. As you take an easy hike up Pacaya, your guide will tell you about the history of the active volcano and point out unique volcano vegetation. After your 5-hour visit to Pacaya Volcano, the rest of the day is yours to explore Antigua on your own.
5 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 4
Iximché Ruins and Chichicastenango's Market
3 stops
6
Iximche
Visit the archaeological site of Iximché, which was once a Mayan city. With your guide, explore the ruins’ four ceremonial plazas, which are surrounded by tall temple structures and two ball courts. Learn about the history of this fascinating ancient site as you tour the area.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
7
Transfer to Chichicastenango, located approximately one hour and a half north of Panajachel. Admire the beautiful landscape as you are transported north by a comfortable car. Walk through the town’s narrow cobblestone streets and past its red-tiled roofs. In the main town plaza, visit the famous Chichicastenango open-air market, filled with locally made products, like ceramic pots, wood carvings and handmade goods, as well as fruits and vegetables.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
8
Visit Santo Tomas Church. Time for lunch (own expense) When finished, transfer to Atitlán.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Lake Atitlan boat Tour to Santiago
3 stops
9
Santiago Atitlan
Enjoy a beautiful private sightseeing cruise across the lake to the Tzutujil village of Santiago de Atitlan. Hop ashore here to discover local village life of the Tzutujil Mayan people, and visit the main street filled with shops selling everything from oil paintings to woven baskets.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
10
Visit the main church of Santiago Atitlán
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
11
Panajachel
Return to Panajachel to have lunch (own expense) and visit the Santander Street. Transfer to Guatemala city.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Guatemala City - Tikal Ruins
1 stop
12
Tikal
Visit the Mayan ruin site of Tikal in Tikal National Park (Parque Nacional Tikal), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore everything from the Central Acropolis, a maze of courtyards and small temples, to Complex Q and R, where you'll see twin pyramid complexes with altars set in front of the temples. Visit the massive Temple I, the Temple of the Grand Jaguar, and learn about its historical importance from your guide.
4 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 7
Yaxha Ruins - Guatemala City
1 stop
13
Yaxha
Explore the scenic jungle landscape of this unique area overlooking the Yaxha and Sacnab lakes. As you follow your guide around Yaxha, learn about the history of this ceremonial Mayan site, which features more than 500 ancient structures. Spend time visiting various areas including pyramid temples, ball courts and elevated plazas.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 8
Guatemala City - Airport
1 stop
14
Guatemala City
After your amazing 8-day tour, relax on the drive back to La Aurora International Airport in Guatemala City.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

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