Top Guatemala Full-day Tours - page 4

Discover the lively highland culture and beautiful scenery of Guatemala during this full-day visit to Chichicastenango and Lake Atitlan from Antigua. Start by checking out the colonial architecture and sprawling market of Chichicastenango, where vendors hawk everything from colorful handicrafts to candles, food and machetes. You’ll then have a chance to explore the picturesque town of Panjachel on the volcano-rimmed shores of Lake Atitlan. Your Chichicastenango and Lake Atitlan trip includes a guide and round-trip hotel transport.

Visit the ancient ruins of Tikal and gain a deeper understanding of Mayan culture and traditions on this day trip from Guatemala City. Take a scenic flight from the nation’ capital and make your way to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed archeological park in the comfort of an air-conditioned bus. Wander the jungle with your expert guide who will provide narration about the site and dine on an included lunch.

Explore the UNESCO-listed colonial capital of Antigua, one of Guatemala’s most enchanting cities, on this full-day sightseeing tour – ideal for first-time visitors. Learn how Antigua is one of the oldest cities of the Americas as you follow your guide to landmarks like the San Francisco Church, the arch of Santa Catalina, Casa Santo Domingo and Plaza Central. After a typical Guatemalan lunch (own expense), admire the priceless gems on display at the Museo del Jade (Jade Museum), then visit a local coffee plantation to learn more about Guatemala’s most famous export.

Enjoy and discover the colorful market day of Chichicastenango! This is an unique experience that you will see how is the local people live and doing their activities in the market days. The real Mayan culture is still live. Also since their typical dress till the Mayan language that they speak.

Explore Tikal National Park on this all-day private guided tour from Flores. Located in Guatemala's Peten Province, this landmark is one of the major sites of the Mayan civilization, containing temples, palaces, and public squares. While you can explore the site on your own, learn more about its history and surroundings from a guide.

Spend a day out in nature on this private tour from Antigua to the Atitlan area. You'll visit Los Tarrales Natural Reserve, with its network of trails and dense flora, where you'll take a birding tour with a local guide. This will be followed by lunch (at your expense) in the Mayan Village of San Lucas Toliman, a great place for shopping for souvenirs. Hotel pickup is included for your convenience.

No trip to Guatemala is complete without visiting Antigua, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed city widely considered Guatemala’s crown jewel. This half-day sightseeing tour from Guatemala City makes it possible to visit on even the shortest of time frames—squeeze it into a long layover or make the most of a quick trip without skimping on any of the sights.

If you’ve ever wanted to roast marshmallows on lava, this is the tour for you. Besides experiencing this cooking technique, this private tour takes you on a tour of Guatemala City during the day. Visit places like the San Jose Cathedral, National Palace, and have some time for shopping at the central market. When the sun is about to set, hike up to the volcano and see the glowing lava, with your marshmallows.

The visit to Antigua Guatemala is unique because it combines history, colonial architecture, living traditions and an incomparable natural environment, offering the traveler an experience that goes far beyond a simple sightseeing tour.

Discover the beauty and rich cultural heritage of Lake Atitlan on this full-day lake tour from Antigua or Guatemala City. Your adventure starts with a scenic drive out to the lake, stopping at viewpoints along the way. After breakfast in Panajachel, you’ll jump on a boat over to San Juan la Laguna, swing by San Pedro and Santiago Atitlan, and end the day on a sweet note with a hot chocolate in Tecpan.

Start your vacation as soon as you land by pre-booking a worry-free shared arrival transfer from La Aurora International Airport (GUA). Meet your driver at the airport and travel by comfortable air-conditioned vehicle to the door of your Guatemala City hotel. These pre-paid transfers are available around the clock, every day of the week, and there’s no need to fret about delays either – there’s a maximum wait time of 30 minutes in-between shuttles.

Enjoy the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation on this 9-hour day trip, ascending Pacaya Volcano and then soaking your muscles at Kawilal Hot Springs. Scale the 8,300-foot (2,500-meter) heights of Pacaya, one of the most active volcanoes in Guatemala. At the top, you’ll be able to peer down into the boiling lava of the crater and feel the earth’s rumble. Descend back down from the summit to enjoy an included lunch and soak in the thermal waters of Kawilal Hot Springs.

Enjoy the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation on this day trip, ascending Pacaya Volcano and then soaking your muscles at a thermal bath resort. Scale the 8,300-foot (2,500-meter) heights of Pacaya, one of the most active volcanoes in Guatemala. At the top you’ll be able to peer down into the boiling lava of the crater and feel the earth’s rumble. Descend back down from the summit to enjoy an included lunch and soak in the thermal waters of Kawilal Hot Springs, featuring 12 soaking pools, 25 steam baths, and three hydrotherapy baths. Your Pacaya day trip also includes entrance fees, a guide, and round-trip hotel transport.

Get ready to live an unforgettable experience in the heart of the Mayan jungle with the tour to Tikal., designed to only worry about admiring the beauty and grandeur of one of the most impressive archaeological sites in the world. During this adventure you will discover majestic Mayan temples, ancient ceremonial squares, lush nature and an incredible diversity of wildlife. Walk among ancient structures surrounded by the rainforest as our guides share the fascinating history and legacy. You can also enjoy beautiful panoramic landscapes of Lake Petén Itzá, a delicious lunch and time to get to know the charming Isla de Flores, turning this tour into a complete experience full of culture, nature, history and memorable moments. The goal is to give you much more than a tour : we want you to live an authentic experience in Petén, with warm attention, excellent organization and memories that will remain forever.

Experience Yaxha National Park on this private sunset tour that includes roundtrip transportation from Flores and Tikal. Learn about Mayan history and culture, archeology, and the local flora and fauna at this site that features monumental clusters with pyramidal temples, palaces, and residential complexes. Plus, see the sun set from the top of a temple.

Spend a full day discovering the fascinating history and cultural wonders of Yaxha on this private day tour from Flores. A great way to deepen your understanding of Mayan culture, this tour includes a guided walk around the archaeological site and the chance to climb different temples. You’ll also learn about the Mayan Biosphere, the second-largest jungle in the Americas. After your tour, you’ll enjoy a delicious lunch before returning to your hotel.

Visit two of the Guatemala City area’s most interesting theme parks with this private day tour. Your guide will pick you up at your hotel and take you to Altamira, with its gigantic wooden structures featuring larger-than-life hands. You'll then visit Hobbitenango, a Lord of the Rings-inspired eco-park with hobbit houses and spectacular countryside views.

Enjoy the mysticism of the two Mayan jewels of the Petén in a single day with our tour From Flowers to Sunrise in Tikal and Sunset in Yaxha. Your adventure begins at dawn with the heated transfer from your hotel in Flores to Tikal; we will walk under the stars to climb Temple IV and witness the sun awaken the jungle amid birdsong and howler monkeys. After exploring the Grand Plaza and the archaeological secrets of Tikal, you can enjoy a traditional lunch (not included) in Las Gardenias, the finish and transfer to Yaxha National Park. There, you’ll walk along its imposing causeways and impressive structures surrounded by unspoilt nature, capping the day atop Temple 216 with one of the most spectacular views in the world: the sunset falling over the Yaxha lagoon. Finally, we will take you back to the Isle of Flowers. Book this perfect day of magic and adventure today!

Soak up some sun, dip your toes in the Pacific Ocean and explore the black sand beaches at San Jose on this short but sweet private getaway. Leaving from Guatemala City, Antigua, or Puerto Quetzal, this full-day trip includes some R&R in a private villa with a pool, a fresh seafood lunch cooked up by a local chef, and a sunset ocean swim and buggy trip along the dark volcanic sands of San Jose Beach.

If you are spending your vacation in Guatemala and want to visit the ancient Mayan cities of Peten, most probably you are staying at the shore of Lake Peten Itza. This is a beautiful lake located in the department of Peten in the north of Guatemala. It is the third-largest lake in the country and one of the most beautiful ones. Don´t miss the chance to have a tour of the lake on a boat, appreciate its beauty, and visit 2 more magical places that are connected to the lake, we are talking about the white-sand beach of El Chechenal and El Mirador del Rey Canek, a lovely viewpoint with lots of history. Spend a wonderful day full of adventure, history, nature, fun, and more, in the company of an expert team that will ensure your comfort and security at all times.

Get away from Antigua for a day of full rest and relaxation on the shores of the beautiful Lake Atitlan. Travel in private transportation to a resort on the Lake, where you can while away the afternoon relaxing in a hammock, kayaking on the Lake, or pampering yourself with the optional spa package for the ultimate stress-melting experience.

Take a walk back in time as you explore the idyllic Mayan villages, ancient rituals and gorgeous scenery of Lake Atitlan on this strenuous day-long hike on the Upper Mayan Trail. Interact with the local Cakchiquel and Tzutujil Mayan tribes, visiting the town of Santa Cruz la Laguna and tracing a path along a steep path used by the tribes for centuries. You’ll also have the chance to observe the rituals of local shamans and visit the second largest market in the country. Your hike also includes round-trip hotel transport from Antigua.

Get a glimpse of Guatemala’s colonial past with this walking tour of Antigua. This former capital is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, beloved for its cobblestone streets and majestic church ruins. Meet your guide in the Central Plaza and visit sites like a jade factory, City Hall Palace, and Santo Domingo, an elegant hotel and cultural center. As you walk, your guide will share information on Antigua’s history and architecture.

Guatemala is a country rich in history, with lots to learn and discover, particularly in the city of Antigua, but figuring out transportation and knowing what to see can be confusing. This private tour from Guatemala City will get you to Antigua in a private vehicle and includes the services of a guide, who will be able to show you some of the most significant spots around town.