Mixco Viejo Day Trip from Guatemala City

Get an up close look at the history and traditions of ancient Mayan culture on this Guatemala City Mixco Viejo day trip. Your expert guide will collect you from your Guatemala City hotel and travel with you about an hour west to Chimaltenango. You’ll tour Mixco Viejo, located between two ravines, and learn about the former capital of the Poqomam Maya kingdom. Explore over 120 structures that cover the archeological site and learn about their significance from your guide. Gain a deeper understanding of the temples, pyramids and courts that make up this historic place.

Once you’ve worked up an appetite enjoy lunch (at own expense) and wander the site at your leisure before heading back to Guatemala City and the comfort of your hotel.

Take a day trip from Guatemala City and explore a  moderate sized ruined city of the Maya civilization,  the  ruins of Mixco Viejo. Discover the fascinating history behind the temples, pyramids and ball courts of this ancient archaeological site from your expert guide. Wedged between deep ravines, this incredible piece of history is one Mayan gem you must see!

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers