GUATEMALA
A very colorful country, filled with ancient Mayan
archaeological sites, colonial art and religious
architecture,
incredible native markets, history, highest
volcanoes in Central America, nature and very gentle people.Come join us to explore Antigua, Chichicastenango, Atitlan, Solola, Huehuetenango, Tikal, Ceibal, Livingston and much, much more !
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GUATEMALA !
On the Mayan Path - 8 days...Guatemala, Antigua, Chichicastenango, Atitlan,Tikal (also extension available to Copan & Quirigua for 3 more days..)
Guatemala Native Markets -8 days... visiting the most
colorful indigenous markets in the Americas.!
Especial Private Tour of Guatemala
-7 days....visiting Guatemala with private tour guides &
transportation
The Mayan Express
Best of the Mayas -14 days...Combination of Guatemala, Honduras & Belize
Guatemala and El Salvador -8 days (Native Markets & Beaches)...Visiting native Markets, colonial cities, volcanoes and beaches
Mayan Archeological Journey ( THE ARCHEOLOGY OF GUATEMALA) 8 days....Visiting the most important archaeological Mayan sites of this area such as Tikal, Yaxha, Copan, Quirigua, Ceibal..
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THEIR INFORMATION.
Visiting Guatemala City, Lake Atitlan, Antigua, the Native Market of Chichicastenango
and Solola and the Capital of the Mayan Empire "Tikal"
8 days/7 nights
Weekly departures -
Locally hosted - Shared tours
DAY 1 WED: ARRIVE IN GUATEMALA CITY AND WELCOME TO THE LAND OF ETERNAL SPRING!
On arrival at Guatemala's La Aurora Airport, our representative will transfer you to your hotel for overnight accommodations.
OVERNIGHT: Barcelo Guatemala
DAY 2 THU: GUATEMALA-CHICHICASTENANGO
At 07:00 a.m., you will be picked up at your hotel for your
transfer to Chichicastenango. Visit the most colorful and
picturesque Indian open-air market in the country. Hundreds of
Indians from the surrounding countryside gather to barter their
goods and products. Also, witness the captivating religious
ceremonies held on the steps and inside the 400-year old Church
of Santo Tomás (No shorts or bathing suits are allowed inside
the Church -No photograps allow inside the Church).
OVERNIGHT: Hotel Maya Inn in Chichicastenango
MEALS: American Breakfast
DAY 3 FRI: CHICHI-SOLOLA-ATITLAN: AM Solola Market PM to Atitlan
In the morning, you will be picked up at your hotel for your
transfer to Sololá Market which is an authentic indigenous
market where men and women wear typical clothing from their
communities and come from the different surrounding villages,
which makes it even more colorful. Today, Sololá is still one of
the few villages from the highlands where people proudly wear
their traditional clothes, which, depending on the fabrics and
threads used, as well as the amount of embroidered motives,
portray the social and economic status and position of the civil
and religious hierarchies. Continue to Lake Atitlán, one of the
most beautiful in the world, with its crystalline-azure waters
in the crater bowl below. Atitlán is the ideal place to come in
contact with Guatemalan folklore. Twelve Indian villages
surround the Lake, and their inhabitants are descendants from
the great Quiché, Cackchiquel, and Tzutuhil nations.
OVERNIGHT: Hotel Del Lago in Atitlan
MEALS: American Breakfast
DAY 4 SAT: ATITLAN-ANTIGUA AM Lake excursion PM to Antigua
At 09:00 a.m., you will board the motor launch to cross Lake
Atitlán to the picturesque Indian village of Santiago Atitlán,
one of the twelve lake-shore villages surrounding the Lake.
Enjoy this bustling Indian community, where weavers work the
colorful textiles. Continue, your transfer to Antigua Guatemala,
the most important and enchanting city of colonial Guatemala.
Founded by the Spaniards in 1543, nowadays Antigua is a
beautiful blend of ruins, restored colonial buildings, and new
buildings in colonial style. It was declared “Monument of
America” in 1965.
OVERNIGHT: Hotel Camino Antigua
MEALS: American Breakfast
DAY 5 SUN: ANTIGUA-GUATEMALA Am Antigua city Pm to Guatemala
City
This morning, you will be picked up at your hotel for your
Antigua Guatemala sightseeing tour. Visit the Central Plaza,
which is surrounded by the antique Cathedral, the Municipal
Government Building, and the Palace of the Captains General;
colonial churches and monasteries, primitive foot-looms where
colorful textiles are woven, and a jade factory where this stone
is worked into beautiful jewelry. In the afternoon, you will be
transferred to Guatemala City for overnight accommodations.
OVERNIGHT: Hotel Barcelo in Guatemala City
MEALS: American Breakfast
Day 06 MON. GUATEMALA-TIKAL: (shared tour)
Today you will go back more than 2,000 years in time when you
visit the Tikal National Park. Early morning you will be picked
up at your hotel for transfer to the airport to board the flight
to Flores, Petén . On arrival, our representative will take you
to the Mayan City of Tikal which is located in the center of the
National Park that bears its name, and has an extension of 222
square miles. Tikal was inhabited from 600 BC., till 869 AD. Its
highlight was between 690 till 850 AD., a time period known by
archaeologists as the Late Classic. Visit the Twin-Pyramid
Complexes “Q” and “R”, Lost World Complex where the Great
Pyramid and Temple 5C-49 are the most important. Also, visit
Temple III and the Palace of the Windows, the Great Plaza,
squared off with the pyramids of the Grand Jaguar and the Masks,
the Palace of the Nobles, and Pyramid IV. This one is the
highest of the Mayan pyramids, from its top a complete view of
Tikal and its surrounding jungle can be enjoyed. In the
afternoon transfer to Santa Elena’s Airport to board the flight
to Guatemala City. On arrival, our representative will transfer
you to Hotel Barcelo Guatemala.
OVERNIGHT: Hotel Barcelo in Guatemala City
MEALS: American Breakfast and lunch
Day 07 TUE. GUATEMALA: City tour
Morning private sightseeing tour of Guatemala - the Capital
city- , also known as Guate to the locals, it is the most
populous city in Central America. The city is located in the
south-central part of the country, nestled in a mountain valley
called Valle de la Ermita (English: Hermitage Valley). It is
estimated that its population is about 1 million.You'll visit
include the National Palace, Cathedral, and Civic Center
Complex. You will also visit residential & shopping areas, for
an overall view of our rapidly growing metropolis (NO shorts or
bathing suits permitted). Return to your hotel. Afternoon at
leisure to visit local museum or do some shopping. Guatemala has
one of the most beautiful handicrafts, textiles and souvenirs.
OVERNIGHT: Hotel Barcelo in Guatemala City.
MEALS: American Breakfast
Day 08 WED. GUATEMALA DEPART
Morning private transfer to the airport.
MEALS: American Breakfast
INCLUDING:
Hotel accommodations for 7 nights with room taxes and services charges · Motor coach tours with English speaking tour guides as per itinerary with entrance fees when necessary (shared tours) · Ground transportation from Guatemala-Antigua-Atitlan-Chichicastenango (shared motorcoach tour). · Air transportation from Guatemala to Flores (Tikal). Covid-19 precautions & protocols (safe distance, sanitation of vehicles, antibacterial gel....)
NOT INCLUDED:
International airfare. USA-GUATEMALA airport departure taxes (usually included in your international air ticket); Travel & Health Insurance, meals, tip to hotel porters, tour guides or bus drivers, passports, entry forms or visas, and services not mentioned in itinerary. Personal mask.
Land tour cost: Per person -Minimun 2 people travelling together (includes local airfare to Tikal)
|
2024-2025 |
Double | Triple | Single |
| With Barcelo in Guatemala | US$1,861 | 1,708 | 2,320 |
| with Hotel Hilton in Guatemala | $1,996 | 1,816 | 2,446 |
International airfare not included.
SAMPLE AIRFARE: From Miami US$400-500; New York $500-650; Los Angeles $650-800
DEPOSIT: US$250 per person
FINAL PAYMENT: 60 days before departure.
ALL
AIRFARES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.
OPTIONAL TO COPAN &
QUIRIGUA MAYAN SITES -Private services
Day 08 WED: GUATEMALA-COPAN-GUATEMALA: 
Early morning departure from Guatemala City for a
drive through the eastern portion of Guatemala , via the departments
of El Progreso and Zacapa to arrive at the border with Honduras.
Upon completion of immigration formalities, continue to the site of
Copan, one of the most fascinating Mayan archaeological sites. Your
tour guide will take you to explore and marvel at the beautiful
stelaes and majestic temples, including the ball court. Then, return
to Guatemala passing by another exciting Mayan site
"Quirigua" well known for its beautiful steeles.
OVERNIGHT: Hotel Barcelo in Guatemala City,MEALS: Lunch
DAY 09 THU GUATEMALA DEPART: Transfer to the airport.
INCLUDING:
All the ground transportation,
private English speaking tour guide, entrance fees and 1 nights
hotel accommodation with American breakfast –
2025
COST PER PERSON:
Sharing
double $421; Sharing triple $385; Sgl Supp. $97 (Min.2 passengers)
Special
Exploring Colonial towns, Villages & Lakes
Antigua-Quetzaltenango- Chichicastenango-Atitlan-Guatemala
7 days/6 night itinerary
Departs every Tuesday
Locally hosted
DAY 1 TUE. ARRIVE IN GUATEMALA
Arrive in Guatemala City. Upon arrival transfer to hotel Barcelo Guatemala.
DAY 2 WED. GUATEMALA-IXIMCHE-CHICHICASTENANGO
Morning brief sightseeing tour of Guatemala - the Capital city- , also
known as Guate to the locals, it is the most
populous city in Central America. The city is located in the
south-central part of the country, nestled in a mountain valley
called Valle de la Ermita (English: Hermitage Valley). It is
estimated that its population is about 1 million.
then
continue to the archaeological site of Iximche for a visit of
the site and continue to Chichicastenango for overnight
accommodations at the MAYA INN. (AB)
DAY 3 THU. CHICHICASTENANGO-QUETZALTENANGO
Visit the colorful open-air market and the Church of Santo Tomas. One of the main reasons for a trip to Chichicastenango is to participate in the market, which is held only twice a week and deserves its fame. You will also see the Church of Santo Tomas where the Mayan Quiche indigenous observe unique religious and spiritual customs and experience their 9 sacred sites.
In
the afternoon transfer for Quetzaltenango for overnight
accommodations. HOTEL BONIFAZ. (AB)
DAY 4 FRI. QUETZALTENANGO-ATITLAN
Visit
the colorful open-air animal market of San Francisco El Alto,
the Church of San Andres Xecul and beautiful Valley of
Almolonga. In the afternoon transfer to Panajachel (Lake
Atitlan) for overnight accommodations at HOTEL DEL LAGO. (AB)
DAY 5 SAT. ATITLAN-ANTIGUA
After
breakfast,
motor-launch trip on Lake Atitlan - "one of the most
beautiful lakes in the world". with its 3 volcanoes in the
background -San Pedro, Toliman and Atitlan. You will visit one
of the twelve interesting indigenous lake shore villages. Their
inhabitants are for the most part descendants of the Cakchiquel
and Tzutil Indians.. After lunch transfer to
Antigua for overnight accommodations at HOTEL CAMINO ANTIGUA (AB)
DAY 6 SUN. ANTIGUA-GUATEMALA
Morning guided tour of Antigua, which is a national monument of the Americas. A very pleasant city of cobble stones streets, houses and mansions with colonial-style facades and tile roofs. Your tour guide will take you to visit churches, convents, monasteries and other colonial buildings.
In the afternoon return to Guatemala City. HOTEL BARCELO (AB)
DAY 7 MON. GUATEMALA DEPART
Transfer to the airport for return flight. (AB)
INCLUDING:
Hotel accommodations for 6 nights with room taxes and services charges and American breakfast (1 night Antigua, 1 night Chichicastenango, 1 night Quetzaltenango and 2 nights in Guatemala). Hotels as mentioned in itinerary. English speaking tour guides. Entrance fees when necessary. All Shared tours -motor coach for Guatemala-Quetzaltenango-ChicastenangoAtitlan-Antigua-Guatemala portion with Air conditioned bus). Covid-19 precautions & protocols (safe distance, sanitation of vehicles, antibacterial gel....)
NOT INCLUDED:
International airfare. GUATEMALA airport departure taxes (usually included in your international air ticket), insurance, meals (unless specified certain days). Tips to hotel porters-tour guides or bus drivers. Passports, entry forms or visas. Personal mask. Health and Travel Insurance.
Land Tour Cost (minimun 2 people traveling together)
|
2024-2025 Rates Per Person |
Double | Triple | Sgl. Supp. |
| Hotels as per itinerary | US$1,555 | $1,465 | $520 |
SEASONS: Rates
valid all year except Holy Week and New Year’s (December 25th thru January 2)
seasons-please add 20% to above rates during those dates.
SAMPLE AIRFARE VIA AMERICAN OR AVIANCA AIRLINES:
From Miami US$400-500
Add-ons: $250 from: ATL, BOS, DFW, EWR, HOU, LAX, NYC, WAS +
Zone 1 (Florida) Zone 2 & Zone 3 ; Add $300 from SFO & Zone 5;
Add $290 from CHI, SJU& Zone 4; Add $350 from Zone 6. ALL RATES
SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.
DEPOSIT: US$300 per person
FINAL PAYMENT: 50 days before departure.
ALL RATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.
Visiting Guatemala with private tour guides & private transportation
Antigua, Chichicastenango, Lake Atitlan
Itinerary
7 Day/6 night
Locally hosted
Suggest Departure days: Sundays or Wednesdays
DAY 01 SUNDAY or WEDNESDAY ARRIVE IN GUATEMALA
Arrive in Guatemala City. Upon arrival transfer to hotel Casa Santo Domingo or Camino Real Antigua for 3 nights (5 star properties).
DAY 02 MONDAY or THURSDAY- ANTIGUA
Morning private tour of Antigua, the former Spanish Colonial Capital of the country and today a national monument of the Americas. You will see and visit houses and mansions, churches, convents, monasteries and other important colonial buildings. (AB)
DAY 03 TUESDAY or FRIDAY- ANTIGUA
Day at leisure to explore Antigua's cobblestone streets and its preserved churches, convents and mansions built in the 1600s and 1700s. Antigua is a very unique colonial town and it was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Overnight Casa Santo Domingo or Camino Real Antigua (AB)
DAY 04 WEDNESDAY or SATURDAY ANTIGUA- CHICHICASTENANGO
Noon departure for one of the most famous indigenous markets in all the Americas - Chichicastenango - Overnight at hotel Maya Inn. (AB)
DAY 05 THURSDAY or SUNDAY- CHICHICASTENANGO-ATITLAN
One of the main reasons for a trip to Chichicastenango is to participate in the market, which is held only twice a week and deserves its fame. You will also see the church of Santo Tomas where the Mayan Quiche natives observe unique religious customs. Afternoon depart to Lake Atitlan with a visit to village of Panajachel. Overnight at boutique hotel Atitlan. (AB).
DAY 06 FRIDAY or MONDAY ATITLAN- GUATEMALA
Morning motor-launch trip on Lake Atitlan - "one of the most beautiful lakes in the world". with its 3 volcanoes in the background -San Pedro, Toliman and Atitlan. You will visit one of the twelve interesting indigenous lake shore villages. Their inhabitants are for the most part descendants of the Cakchiquel and Tzutil Indians. Mid-day continue to Guatemala for overnight at Hotel Westin Camino Real. (AB)
DAY 07 SATURDAY or TUESDAY GUATEMALA-DEPART
Transfer to the airport for return flight. (AB)
INCLUDING:
-Hotel accommodations for 6 nights with room taxes and services charges and American breakfast (3 nights Antigua, 1 night Chichicastenango and 1 night in Atitlan and 1 night in Guatemala).
-PRIVATE English speaking tour guides.
-Entrance fees when necessary.
-PRIVATE transportation Antigua-Chicastenango-Atitlan-Guatemala (Air conditioned Van)
-24 hours assistance from our local representatives
NOT INCLUDED:
Airfare and airport taxes; insurance, meals (unless specified certain days). Tips to hotel porters-tour guides or bus drivers. Passports, entry forms, visas
, vaccinations or Covid 19 tests.
|
2025 Land Tour Cost -Per Person |
Double | Triple | Single Supplement |
| Based on 2-3 people traveling together | US$2,374 | 2,122 | 763 |
| Based on 4 + people traveling together | 1,996 | 1,924 | 763 |
Airfare not included.
SEASONS:
Rates valid all year except Holy Week (March 28th thru April 05th 2015) and New Year’s (December 25th thru January 2) seasons-please add 20% to above rates during those dates.
SAMPLE AIRFARE VIA AMERICAN OR AVIANCA AIRLINES:
From Miami US$400-500
Add-ons: $250 from: ATL, BOS, DFW, EWR, HOU, LAX, NYC, WAS + Zone 1 (Florida) Zone 2 & Zone 3 ; Add $300 from SFO & Zone 5; Add $290 from CHI, SJU& Zone 4; Add $350 from Zone 6. ALL RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.
DEPOSIT: US$400 per person
FINAL PAYMENT: 60 days before departure.
Visiting the most important Mayan sites of Belize, Guatemala & Honduras
DEPARTS EVERY MONDAY
14 days- Locally hosted
Day 01 Mon. MIAMI-GUATEMALA:
Upon arrival you will be accompanied to the Hotel Barcelo Guatemala. (Departures also available from 100 other USA cities -see add-ons below).
Day 02 Tue. GUATEMALA-COPAN: (Private tour)
This morning you will drive through the eastern part of Guatemala, via the states of El Progreso and Zacapa, to arrive at the border with Honduras. After immigration formalities, you will drive to Copan, one of the most fascinating Mayan ruin sites. You will be allowed to explore and marvel at the beautiful stellae and majestic temples, including a complete ball court. Overnight Posada Real de Copan or Hotel Marina. (AB)
Day 03 Wed. COPAN-QUIRIGUA-GUATEMALA CITY: (Private tour)
After breakfast you will return to Guatemalan territory to visit the archaeological site of Quirigua. Some of the most interesting and beautiful Mayan stellae are found at Quirigua in the state of Izabal. In the afternoon you will return to Guatemala City. Hotel Barcelo Guatemala (AB)
Day 04 Thu. GUATEMALA-CHICHICASTENANGO: (shared tour)
Early in the morning depart for Chichicastenango. On arrival you will visit the colorful open air market and the Church of Santo Thomas .Afternoon at leisure for some shopping. Overnight at famous Mayan Inn. (AB)
Day 05 Fri. CHICHICASTENANGO-ATITLAN: (shared tour)
AM Depart for Lake Atitlan to join the boat excursion to the picturesque village of Santiago de Atitlan. Afternoon to walk and shop in this quaint town. Overnight at hotel Porta Del Lago. (AB)
Day 06 Sat. ATITLAN -ANTIGUA: (shared tour)
AM Depart for Antigua where you will visit the most intersting sites; churches, convents, monasteries and other colonial buildings. Overnight at hotel Casa Santo Domingo or Camino Real Antigua (AB)
Day 07 Sun. ANTIGUA-GUATEMALA: (shared tour)
Morning at leisure to enjoy Antigua on your own. In the afternoon return to Guatemala city. Overnight at Hotel Barcelo Guatemala. (AB)
Day 08 Mon. GUATEMALA-TIKAL: (shared tour)
Today you will go back more than 2,000 years in time when you visit the Tikal National Park. Early morning you will be picked up at your hotel for transfer to the airport to board the flight to Flores, Petén . On arrival, our representative will take you to the Mayan City of Tikal which is located in the center of the National Park that bears its name, and has an extension of 222 square miles. Tikal was inhabited from 600 BC., till 869 AD. Its highlight was between 690 till 850 AD., a time period known by archaeologists as the Late Classic. Visit the Twin-Pyramid Complexes “Q” and “R”, Lost World Complex where the Great Pyramid and Temple 5C-49 are the most important. Also, visit Temple III and the Palace of the Windows, the Great Plaza, squared off with the pyramids of the Grand Jaguar and the Masks, the Palace of the Nobles, and Pyramid IV. This one is the highest of the Mayan pyramids, from its top a complete view of Tikal and its surrounding jungle can be enjoyed. Overnight at hotel Camino Real overlooking Lake Peten. (AB,L)
Day 09 Tue. TIKAL-BELIZE:
Shared transfer to the airport for flight to Belize City and the hotel Biltmore. Arrive in Belize and private transfer to your hotel (If flights not available from Flores to Belize -we'll do transfers by private car/van). Balance of day at leisure.
Day 10 Wed. BELIZE-LAMANAI: (Private tour)
Full day excursion by car and by boat to explore the remote Mayan site of Lamanai (3,500 years old). Along the way you encounter some howler monkeys. Mid-afternoon return to Belize City. Hotel Biltmore. (L)
Day 11 Thu. BELIZE-XUNANTUNINCH: (Private tour)
Full day excursion where you will cross the Mopan River by a hand operated cable ferry to visit the tallest Mayan site in Belize (130 feet). Return to Belize City. Hotel Biltmore. (L)
Day 12 Fri. BELIZE-AMBERGRIS CAYE:
Private transfer to local airport for flight to the-picturesque town of San Pedro (Ambergris Caye) with transfer to hotel Sunbreeze. Balance of day at leisure.
Day 13 Sat. AMBERGRIS CAYE:
Time to relax and enjoy the beaches or the atmosphere of Ambergris which is very diferent from other Caribbean destinations. Fishing and diving packages available upon request along the worlds second largest barrier reef.
Day 14 Sun. AMBERGRIS-BELIZE-USA:
Transfer to the airport for flight to Belize to connect with flight to USA.
INCLUDING:
Transfers on arrival and departure. Hotel accommodations for 13 nights with taxes Tours as mentioned in itinerary with English speaking tour guides, entrance fees, ground transportation and tips to airport porters (shared tours in Guatemala and private in Belize). Local airfare Guatemala-Flores (Tikal)-Belize-Ambergrys-Belize.
NOT INCLUDED:
International airfare. Airport departure taxes -usually included in your international air ticket; Belize $12.00; insurance; tips to tour guides; passport fees and any other service not specifically mentioned in itinerary.
Land Tour Cost (minimun 2 people travelling together)
|
2024-2025 |
Double | Triple | Single |
| Per person | US$4,390 | 4,192 | CALL |
SEASONS:
Rates valid all year except Holy Week and from December 25th thru January 3) -please add 20% to above rates during those dates (High Season)
SAMPLE AIRFARE VIA AMERICAN OR AVIANCA AIRLINES:
From Miami US$400-500
Add-ons: $250 from: ATL, BOS, DFW, EWR, HOU, LAX, NYC, WAS + Zone 1 (Florida) Zone 2 & Zone 3 ; Add $300 from SFO & Zone 5; Add $290 from CHI, SJU& Zone 4; Add $350 from Zone 6. ALL RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.
DEPOSIT: US$350 per person
FINAL PAYMENT: 60 days before departure.
Mayan Archeological Journey
Visiting the best Mayan Archeological sites of the area such as Copan, Quirigua,
Ceibal, Yaxha, Topoxte and the mighty Capital of the Mayan Empire Tikal
8 days/7 nights
Locally hosted -Shared services
DAY 01 MON. ARRIVE GUATEMALA AND CONNECT TO FLORES
Arrive in Guatemala and connect with flight to Flores....(Flight from Guatemala to Flores departs at 5.30pm). Arrive in Flores and transfer to HOTEL CAMINO REAL TIKAL for 4 nights . (B)
DAY 02 TUE. CEIBAL
At 8:00 a.m., you will be picked up at your hotel for transfer to Ceibal, the Mayan Archaeological site situated in Sayaxché, near the banks of La Pasión River where you can see crocodiles and exotic birds. The Ceibal Stelae is among the finest and best preserved sculptures of the late Classic Period. Because of the hardness of the local stone, which has withstood centuries of rain, root penetration, and falling trees, it is often called the “Maya Art Gallery”. One of its most important structures is a round stone, which is considered very rare in the Mesoamerican area. (B)
DAY 03 WED. YAXHA & TOPOXTE
At 8:00 a.m., you will be picked up at your hotel and visit the archaeological site of Yaxhá. The city is contemporary to Tikal, and is located on the northeastern side of the Lake Yaxhá. Over 1,400 monuments have been mapped and an excavation program has been taken place in the last 10 years, exposing some of its magnificent architecture. Also, visit ball courts, residential and religious areas like the Maler Group, North Acropolis recently restored, and finally Temple 216, over 90 feet high. Continue your visit to Topoxté located in seasonal islands, on the western side of Lake Yaxhá. Its buildings are similar to those of Tulúm in Yucatan, and it was inhabited during 900 – 1,200 AD., known as post classic. (B)
DAY 04 THU. TIKAL
Today you will go back more than 2,000 years in time when you visit the Tikal National Park. At 8:00 a.m., you will be picked up at your hotel for transfer to the Mayan City which is located in the center of the National Park that bears its name, and has an extension of 222 square miles. Tikal was inhabited from 600 BC., till 869 AD. Its highlight was between 690 till 850 AD., a time period known by archaeologists as the Late Classic. Visit the Twin-Pyramid Complexes “Q” and “R”, Lost World Complex where the Great Pyramid and Temple 5C-49 are the most important. Also, visit Temple III and the Palace of the Windows, the Great Plaza, squared off with the pyramids of the Grand Jaguar and the Masks, the Palace of the Nobles, and Pyramid IV. This one is the highest of the Mayan pyramids, from its top a complete view of Tikal and its surrounding jungle can be enjoyed. After lunch, visit the museum, which houses some of the many Pre-Columbian art treasures found during the excavations of the site. (B,L)
DAY 05 FRI. FLORES-RIO DULCE-PUERTO BARRIOS
Transfer to Rio Dulce, upon arrival joins the launch excursion to the San Felipe Castle, and then continue to Livingston (Port city on the Caribbean Sea at the mouth of Rio Dulce) Cruise along the Rio Dulce in the Izabal district of Guatemala by motor boat and enjoy the view of gorges and canyons, tropical vegetation and abundant wildlife. Just before you reach Livingston by boat, you pass through El Boquerón Canyon, where a sheer cliff face rises 400 feet out of the water as you cut through the mountain. The white limestone cliff is decorated with jungle vines, trees and moss....it is an spectacular view of nature...! . Overnight accommodations in Rio Dulce at HOTEL CATAMARAN. (B)
DAY 06 SAT. RIO DULCE-QUIRIGUA-COPAN
This morning, transfer to the Mayan site of Quiriguá, where extraordinary monuments include 12 carved stellae, 4 zoomorphs, enormous carved stones of mythological animal forms, and unrestored temples. Dates recorded are at exact intervals of 800 days. In the afternoon, transfer to Copán, Honduras. After completing official immigration formalities, continue to Hotel for overnight accommodations. HOTEL MARINA COPAN (B)
DAY 07 SUN. COPAN-GUATEMALA
In the morning, visit the archaeological site of Copán. As you step inside the park, witness elaborate stone sculptures everywhere. As you walk into the dramatic expanse of the Great Plaza you are witness of the cultural achievements of the ancient Maya. Copán’s main plaza contains the greatest collection of Maya sculptures in Central America. Take time to explore and marvel at the beautiful Mayan stellae, majestic temples, and complete ball court. (B)
DAY 08 SUN. GUATEMALA-USA
Transfer to the airport for flight back to USA. (B)
INCLUDING:
Hotel accommodations for 7 nights with room taxes and services charges · Motor coach tours (shared) with English speaking tour guides as per itinerary with entrance fees when necessary. · Ground transportation from Guatemala to Copan-Quirigua-Rio Dulce-Flores (Tikal). · Air transportation from Guatemala to Flores .
NOT INCLUDED: International airfare, Travel & Health Insurance, meals, tip to hotel porters, tour guides or bus drivers, passports, entry forms or visas, and services not mentioned in itinerary. GUATEMALA airport departure taxes (usually included in your international air ticket).
Land Tour Cost -Per Person
|
2024-2025 |
Double | Triple | Single |
| Camino Real Tikal | US$2,221 | 2,194 | 2,860 |
| Bolontiku Boutique Hotel | 2,770 | 2,590 | 3,400 |
SEASONS:
Rates valid all year except Holy
Week and New Year’s (December 25th thru January 2)
seasons-please add 20% to above rates during those dates.
SAMPLE AIRFARE:
From Miami US$400-500
Add-ons: $250 from: ATL, BOS, DFW, EWR, HOU, LAX, NYC, WAS; Add
$300 from SFO; Add $290 from CHI, SJU; Add $400 from SEA, POR.
ALL RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.
DEPOSIT: US$400 per person
FINAL PAYMENT: 60 days before departure.
Visiting the native markets in the highlands of Guatemala as well as Antigua,
Atitlan, Quetzaltenango, Huehuetenango and Chichicastenango with a private guide
8 days/7 nights
Monday Departures - Private services
DAY 01 MON ARRIVE IN GUATEMALA
Arrive and transfer to hotel Barcelo Guatemala City (5 stars)
OVERNIGHT: Hotel Barcelo in Guatemala city.
DAY 02 TUE. GUATEMALA-ANTIGUA City tour
09:00 a.m., you will be picked up at your Hotel for transfer to
Antigua Guatemala, the most important and enchanting city of
colonial Guatemala. Founded by the Spaniards in 1543, nowadays
Antigua is a beautiful blend of ruins, restored colonial
buildings, and new buildings in colonial style. It was declared
“Monument of America” in 1965. Visit the Central Plaza that is
surrounded by the antique Cathedral, the Municipal Government
Building, and the Palace of the Captains General; colonial
churches and monasteries, primitive foot-looms where colorful
textiles are woven, and a jade factory where this stone is
worked into beautiful jewelry.
OVERNIGHT: Hotel Casa Santo Domingo in Antigua.
MEALS: American Breakfast
DAY 03 WED. ANTIGUA-ATITLAN AM Ixmche
In the morning you will be transferred to Lake Atitlán, via
Iximché, which dates from the 15th Century and it was the
capital of the Cackchiqueles. There was established the first
Spanish capital. Then to Lake Atitlán, one of the most beautiful
in the world, with its crystalline-azure waters in the crater
bowl below. Atitlán is the ideal place to come in contact with
Guatemalan folklore. Twelve Indian villages surround the Lake,
and their inhabitants are descendants from the great Quiché,
Cackchiquel, and Tzutuhil nations.
OVERNIGHT: Hotel Porta del Lago in Atitlan.
MEALS: American Breakfast
DAY 04 THU. ATITLAN-QUETZALTENANGO AM Village of Santiago &
Market
At 09:00 a.m., you will board the motor launch to cross Lake
Atitlán to the picturesque Indian village of Santiago Atitlán,
one of the twelve lake-shore villages surrounding the Lake.
Enjoy this bustling Indian community, where weavers work the
colorful textiles. In the afternoon, transfer to Quetzaltenango.
OVERNIGHT: Hotel Latam
MEALS: American Breakfast
DAY 05 FRI. QUETZALTENANGO-HUEHUETENANGO AM Market of San
Francisco
This morning you will visit Almolonga market known for its
vegetables and fruits cultivated on small parcels and from which
products are exported to Central America and Mexico. Continue
your visit to San Andrés Xecul which has an important XVI
century temple, with a fabulous bright-yellow façade, the color
which is representative of the local huipil (or indigenous
blouse). There are saints and angels sitting next to corncobs
and quetzal birds on the facade. Then you will visit San
Francisco El Alto, with its typical market where people gather
in front of City Hall to sell their products and handicrafts. In
the afternoon, transfer to Huehuetenango.
OVERNIGHT: Hotel Premier in Huehuetenango
MEALS: American Breakfast
DAY 06 SAT. HUEHUETENANGO-CHICHICASTENANGO AM Market of Todos
Santos Cuchumatanes
During the morning visit Todos Santos Cuchumatanes, one of
Guatemala´s best-loved tourist destinations, set in a
spectacular valley of the Cuchumatanes Mountains. Both the men
and women of Todos Santos wear distinctive, handwoven clothing.
The men´s clothing includes red and white striped trousers, a
colorful shirt, straw hat, and a black capixay, or woolen cape
to guard against the chilly mountain climate. After your visit
transfer to Chichicastenango.
OVERNIGHT: Hotel Mayn Inn in Chichicastenango.
MEALS: American Breakfast
DAY 07 SUN. CHICHICASTENANGO-GUATEMALA CITY AM Maket of
Chichicastenango
Today is market day in Chichicastenango! Visit the most colorful
and picturesque Indian open-air market in the country. Hundreds
of Indians from the surrounding countryside gather to barter
their goods and products. Also, witness the captivating
religious ceremonies held on the steps and inside the 400-year
old Church of Santo Tomás -No shorts or bathing suits are
allowed inside the Church, (PLEASE NO PHOTOGRAPHS INSIDE THE
CHURCH). In the afternoon, transfer to Guatemala City and to
your hotel.
OVERNIGHT: Hotel Barcelo in Guatemala City
MEALS: American Breakfast
DAY 08 MON GUATEMALA-DEPART
Transfer to the airport.
MEALS: American Breakfast
INCLUDING:
Hotel accommodations for 7 nights with room taxes and services
charges · PRIVATE tours with English speaking tour guides as per
itinerary with entrance fees when necessary. · PRIVATE ground
transportation from
Guatemala-Antigua-Atitlan-Quetzaltenango-Huehuetenango&
Chichicastenango
NOT INCLUDED:
International airfare. Insurance, meals, tip to hotel porters,
tour guides or bus drivers, passports, entry forms or visas, and
services not mentioned in itinerary. USA-Guatemala airport
departure taxes (usually included in your international air
ticket)
Land Tour Cost Per Person (Minimun 2 people travelling together) -Private Services
| Rates 2024 -2025 | Double | Triple | Single |
| Based on 2-3 people travelling together -each pays | US$2,297 | 2,096 | 2,590 |
| Based on 4-5 people travelling together -each pays | 1,726 | 1,663 | 2,320 |
Airfare not included
SEASONS:
Rates valid all year except Holy Week and New Year’s (December
25th thru January 2) seasons-please add 20% to above rates
during those dates.
SAMPLE AIRFARE VIA AMERICAN OR AVIANCA AIRLINES:
From Miami US$400-500; New York $500-650; Los Angeles $700-900
DEPOSIT: US$250 per person
FINAL PAYMENT: 60 days before departure.
ALL RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.
For questions or further information on Guatemala or about these
programs
Have your Travel Agent contact Tara Tours at 1-800-327-0080
or email us at:
tara@taratours.com