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Stone pyramid temple at the Maya site of Yaxhá, Petén, Guatemala

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Spectacular Guatemala

Antigua Guatemala · Lake Atitlán · Tikal · Yaxhá

Discover Guatemala through its highland communities and ancient Maya cities. This journey combines Antigua and Lake Atitlán with an overnight stay in Petén, allowing time to explore both Tikal and Yaxhá.

  • Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
  • Destinations: Guatemala
  • Experience: Culture, archaeology and rainforest landscapes

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

    Explore Yaxhá

    Visit Yaxhá’s plazas, ceremonial architecture and twin-pyramid complex. Allow time for lunch before transferring to the airport for your flight back to Guatemala City.

    • Overnight: Guatemala City
    • Highlights: plazas, ceremonial architecture, twin-pyramid complex
    Stone pyramid temple at the Maya site of Yaxhá, Petén, Guatemala
  7. Day 07

    Until next time

    After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departing flight.

    Green mountains of Guatemala under scattered clouds, seen from an airplane window

Unforgettable experiences along the way.

  • Antigua’s historic streets.
  • Chichicastenango and Lake Atitlán.
  • San Juan La Laguna’s local cooperatives.
  • Tikal’s monumental architecture.
  • Yaxhá’s archaeological landscape.

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