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

Get a taste for all that Guatemala has to offer on this 8-day trip spanning the country’s most picturesque natural wonders and its fascinating history spanning thousands of years of civilization. Along the way you’ll experience everything from handsome colonial cities to unspoiled mountain lakes and atmospheric Mayan ruins deep in the jungle. Begin your Guatemala adventure with pickup at the airport in Guatemala city, continuing on an exploration of the country’s greatest hits, starting with a visit to the cobble-stoned streets of Antigua. After enjoying a sightseeing tour of this former colonial capital, continue from Antigua to Lake Atitlán, where you’ll experience a private boat ride on its majestic waters, the shores ringed by volcanoes and pleasant towns. You’ll also have the chance to experience incredible views from the heights of Pacaya Volcano during a 5-hour hike towards its impressive crater. Your visit also includes time in Guatemala’s northern reaches, where you’ll investigate the amazing Mayan ruins at Yaxha, Iximché and Tikal, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Your exploration of this ancient Mayan sites will provide an overview of the culture’s fascinating history and innovative building techniques Seven nights of accommodation are included at 4- and 4.5-star hotels with amenities including room service, business centers and swimming pools. Please note the hotels are subject to change, though they will still be comparable 4- or 4.5-star hotels. Note: pricing for each accommodation option is per group, not per person

• Private boat tour

• Breakfast

• Transport between sites

• Professional English-speaking guide

• 7 nights of accommodation

• Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch)

• Small group tour of 15 pax maximum

• Entry/Admission - The Plaza Central Park

• Entry/Admission - Parque Nacional Volcan De Pacaya

• Entry/Admission - Iglesia Parroquial Santiago Apostol

• Entry/Admission - Iximche

• Entry/Admission - Tikal

• Entry/Admission - Yaxhá

• Food and drinks, unless specified

• Gratuities