Top Antigua Shore Excursions

Focus on the finer details of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Antigua on a walking tour of Guatemala's prettiest city. You’ll explore the cobbled streets at a more relaxed pace than you would in a traditional tour vehicle, and learn more about the history and culture of churches, museums, and markets than you would from the guidebook alone. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

The tour begins with hotel pickup in Panajachel at 3:00 a.m. You will travel with other passengers by shared minivan to Santa Clara La Laguna. Upon arrival, there will be a brief 5-minute stop before starting the hike. Accompanied by a local Spanish-speaking guide, you will hike for approximately 45 minutes to reach the summit of Indian Nose Mountain. From the top, enjoy a spectacular sunrise with panoramic views of Lake Atitlán, surrounded by the San Pedro, Atitlán, and Tolimán volcanoes. You will spend approximately two hours at the summit to relax and take in the breathtaking scenery. To keep you warm in the early morning cold, a hot chocolate drink will be provided. After hiking back down to the base, you will return to Panajachel by shared minivan.

Visit four traditional villages in one day with this day trip from Antigua to San Juan del Obispo, San Pedro las Huertas, Ciudad Vieja, and San Antonio Aguas Calientes. This tour packs in sightseeing at every stop: see churches, plazas, markets, and even a chocolate workshop, all while learning about the area’s Spanish and Mayan history from your guide as you go.

Keep an eye out for magnificent views of volcanoes, cattle and sugar cane plantation, At 5,000 feet above sea level you will discover Antigua, the colonial jewel of the Americas. Get great picture opportunity and learn about Guatemala coffee and pre-hispanic culture.

Prepare to enjoy an incredible journey full of experiences that will delight your senses while we visit the towns around La Antigua Guatemala and the main activities carried out by local people in the different traditional towns to visit. This tour was created by Best Guatemala to show the different traditions, art and skills of the locals, such as cooking, weaving and local crops, explaining a little bit of the history, importance and life style of each town, making three stops to highlight the most important out of the five villages we will visit. TOUR PLAN Heading to our first stop, San Juan del Obispo village, you will visit the Archbishop´s Palace (if availiable). Then we will visit a local family, experts in chocolate preparation, the one you could taste if wanted (not included). Following to our next stops, you will drive through three colorful and historical main plazas of San Pedro Las Huertas, San Miguel Escobar and Ciudad Vieja village.

Forget the crowds and the exhausting walks. Our 4-hour tour is the most epic and complete adventure to explore the Pacaya. We put you in charge of your own quad bike (ATV) to drive 30 km through unique volcanic terrain. We are more than just a walk : Exclusive 4x4 Adventure: Drive along terraced paths that take you directly to the areas of solidified lava and give you the most spectacular views of the volcano. Dual Destination: We visit two key points: the lava fields and the scenic Calderas Lagoon. High Value Inclusions: The price includes everything you need: round trip transportation, the use of the ATV, tickets, hydration and a digital souvenir of photos and videos of your tour. With GUATEMAYA TOURS, your adrenaline and memories are guaranteed! Booking for an unforgettable experience.

Explore Antiguan history, culture, and cuisine on this half-day chicken bus tour, ideal for travelers tight on time. Cover more ground than you could on foot and visit unusual places many travelers overlook, such as the San Juan del Obispo Museum and Valhalla Experimental Station. Plus, enjoy access to communities that you likely couldn’t get if exploring independently.