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Discover Guatemala

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10 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
16 peopleMaximum group size
16 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Highlights

Explore the well-preserved Spanish colonial streets of Antigua

Cruise Lake Atitlán to visit the hand-weaving artisans of San Juan la Laguna

Tour the Maya ruins of Tikal, climbing a temple to watch sunrise from the top

Take a rewarding hike on the active Pacaya Volcano

Interact with makers and sellers at the iconic textiles market of Chichicastenango

Experience the traditional rural life of Guatemala in Almolonga and Zunil

Itinerary

Discover the real Guatemala, immersing yourself in Maya culture and exploring tropical landscapes. Guided by an expert tour leader, you’ll explore the colonial streets of Antigua, summit the active Pacaya volcano, cruise Lake Atitlán and enjoy an unforgettable sunrise trip to the Maya ruins of Tikal. But it’s the countless interactions – meeting hand-weaving artisans, bartering for textiles in Chichicastenango market and witnessing rural life in Almolonga and Zunil – that will truly reveal authentic Guatemala.

day 1Adventure starts in Antigua

Begin your adventure in Antigua, where pastel colonial buildings are watched over by three volcanoes: Agua, Acatenango and Fuego.
Around 6pm, say hola to your tour leader and fellow travellers, when we gather as a group for the first time to get to know each other and learn more about the adventures ahead.
Want more time in Antigua? Secure pre-tour hotel nights through your sales representative.

day 2Explore the cobbled streets and colonial buildings of Antigua • Welcome dinner

day 3Summit the active Pacaya volcano

day 4Explore culture and crafts at the bustling Chichicastenango market • To Quetzaltenango

day 5Discover rural Guatemala in Zunil • Fuentes Georginas hot springs

day 6Tour downtown Quetzaltenango • Visit San Andrés Xecul • To Lake Atitlán

day 7Cruise Lake Atitlán and visit artisans • Cooking masterclass with a Maya family

day 8Explore the Maya ruins of Iximche • Fly to Isla de Flores

day 9Sunrise tour of Tikal National Park

day 10Adventure ends in Isla de Flores

What's Included

Accommodation
All accommodation: 9 Classic nights (hotels)
Meals
All breakfasts, three lunches, two dinners
Transport
Immersive itinerary with all transport (private minibus and one internal flight) and listed activitiesGroup arrival and departure transfers available
Guide
Expert tour leader to enhance your adventure

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