Grand tour of Guatemala

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Holidays in Guatemala can feel more intrepid than journeys to other parts of Central America. In reality, our specialists will tell you that Guatemala is a safe, compact country to explore. Pockets of it - such as the mountain communities of the Western Highlands - have changed little in centuries. While we can suggest a tried-and-tested circuit for your Guat...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What's this trip about?

    Holidays in Guatemala can feel more intrepid than journeys to other parts of Central America. In reality, our specialists will tell you that Guatemala is a safe, compact country to explore. Pockets of it - such as the mountain communities of the Western Highlands - have changed little in centuries. While we can suggest a tried-and-tested circuit for your Guatemala holiday, you might also like to explore less trodden destinations such as the Rio Dulce and Livingston, where Carib-influenced Garifuna culture beats to the sound of African-inspired drumming.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityGuatemala City
End CityEl Peten

Travel Themes

  • Cultural

Destinations

Activities

  • Caving
  • Culture
  • Hiking

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Itinerary

Day 1 : Antigua

Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Guatemala City. Arrive in Guatemala City today where you will be met and driven to the historic capital of Antigua in private vehicle.

Day 2 : Antigua

Today you will have a half day walking tour of beautiful colonial Antigua to get your bearings and visit the many pretty squares and churches.

Day 3 : Antigua

Free day to further explore Antigua at your own leisure or perhaps go on a chocolate making tour, visit a coffee plantation or try a volcano hike.

Day 4 : Lake Atitlan

This morning you will be transferred Lake Atitlan via a colourful indigenous market - gain a fascinating insight into community life as locals barter for their weekly shop.

Day 5 : Lake Atitlan

Today you will take to the waters of Lake Atitlan with your private guide, visiting some of the communities dotted around the lake shores.

Day 6 : Quetzaltenango

Drive from Lake Atitlan through spectacular scenery and traditional villages until you reach Quetzaltenango, in the heart of the highlands.

Day 7 : Antigua

Depart early this morning to reach the authentic San Francisco El Alto animal market, held once a week where locals buy and sell livestock of all kinds. After time exploring continue on to Antigua for the night.

Day 8 : Lanquin

This morning take the long journey between Antigua and Lanquin, passing cloud forests and lush jungle. After a stop at the Biotopo del Quetzal reserve, home to a variety of birds, you will continue on to Lanquin.

Day 9 : Lanquin

Full day private guided tour to the beautiful pools at Semuc Champey and nearby caves.

Day 10 : El Petén

Depart Lanquin this morning for the drive to Flores, gateway city to Tikal.

Day 11 : El Petén

Today you will take a private tour of Tikal. This really is one of the most outstanding places you can visit in Central America - dramatic Mayan ruins towering in the jungle with monkeys and toucans in the trees above you!

Day 12 : International return flight

Transfer back to Flores for your domestic flight to Guatemala City, and onward international connection.

Day 13 : International return flight

Arrive home today to complete your journey.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $5,761
Price per day$443
Last Updated: 1/12/2022

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