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Guatemala & Belize

Antigua Guatemala · Lake Atitlán · Tikal · San Pedro, Ambergris Caye

Connect Guatemala’s cultural landscapes with Belize’s island atmosphere. Explore colonial streets, highland traditions and Tikal before crossing into Belize and flying to San Pedro on Ambergris Caye.

  • Duration: 9 days / 8 nights
  • Destinations: Guatemala and Belize
  • Experience: Culture, Maya heritage and island relaxation

Your journey, day by day.

  1. Day 01

    Welcome to Antigua

    Arrive at La Aurora International Airport and transfer to Antigua Guatemala. Settle into your hotel and prepare for the days ahead.

    • Overnight: Antigua Guatemala
    Antigua Guatemala at dusk from above, with Volcán de Fuego and Acatenango behind
  2. Day 02

    Antigua’s colonial heritage

    Discover La Merced Church, the main square and the Cathedral during a half-day tour. Enjoy time to browse local shops, followed by a free afternoon to explore at your own pace.

    • Overnight: Antigua Guatemala
    • Highlights: La Merced Church, the main square, the Cathedral
    Cobblestone street with colorful facades and the Santa Catalina Arch in Antigua Guatemala
  3. Day 03

    Market colors and lake views

    Travel to Chichicastenango to explore its traditional market and Santo Tomás Church. Continue to Lake Atitlán, surrounded by volcanic peaks, and enjoy a panoramic introduction to Panajachel.

    • Overnight: Lake Atitlán
    • Highlights: traditional market, Santo Tomás Church, Panajachel
    Santo Tomás Church and the market stalls of Chichicastenango from above
  4. Day 04

    The traditions of San Juan La Laguna

    Cross the lake by boat to San Juan La Laguna. Visit its Catholic church, discover chocolate-making at a local cooperative, learn about natural textile dyes and meet artisans working with medicinal plants. Return to Panajachel and continue to Guatemala City.

    • Overnight: Guatemala City
    • Highlights: chocolate-making, natural textile dyes, medicinal plants
    San Juan La Laguna among green hills on the shore of Lake Atitlán, from above
  5. Day 05

    Tikal’s temples and rainforest

    Take an early flight to Flores, with a packed breakfast. Explore Tikal’s Q and R complexes, Central Acropolis, Temple I and Temple II. Visit Mundo Perdido if time allows, then enjoy lunch before transferring to your hotel.

    • Overnight: Flores / Petén
    • Highlights: Q and R complexes, Central Acropolis, Temple I and Temple II
    Temple I at Tikal rising between rainforest trees
  6. Day 06

    From Guatemala to Belize

    Travel through the Melchor de Mencos border crossing into Belize. Continue to Belize City for your domestic flight to San Pedro, then settle into your hotel.

    • Overnight: San Pedro, Ambergris Caye
    • Highlights: Melchor de Mencos, Belize City, San Pedro
    A coastal town in Belize seen from a small plane
  7. Day 07

    Island time

    Enjoy a free day in San Pedro. Relax at your own pace or ask about optional experiences, quoted separately.

    • Overnight: San Pedro, Ambergris Caye
    Colorful wooden houses and palms on the beach in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye
  8. Day 08

    Discover your own rhythm

    Spend another free day enjoying Ambergris Caye’s island atmosphere.

    • Overnight: San Pedro, Ambergris Caye
    Pier with a palapa and a palm tree in San Pedro at sunrise
  9. Day 09

    Departure from Belize

    Transfer to the local airstrip for your flight to Belize International Airport and connect with your international departure.

    Green mountains under scattered clouds, seen from an airplane window

Unforgettable experiences along the way.

  • Antigua’s historic streets.
  • Lake Atitlán and San Juan La Laguna.
  • Tikal’s ancient temples.
  • An overland connection between Guatemala and Belize.
  • Free days on Ambergris Caye.

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