Top Guatemala Tours by Duration - page 6

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.

This mountain biking tour from Antigua offers an intimate look at small-scale coffee production. After an intermediate ride through the beautiful countryside, tour a coffee farm with a co-op member and visit their home to learn how beans are traditionally flame-roasted and ground by hand. Tour ends with lunch with the family for an authentic travel experience that gets you in touch with everyday life in Guatemala.

If you arrive the same day as the tour, we will welcome you to the departure of Mundo Maya International Airport with a sign with your name, welcoming you warmly and organized. Then you will have a short time to have breakfast and prepare quietly before starting the experience. At 7:50/08:00 a.m. we leave on time for Tikal, ready to begin an unforgettable day between history, nature and Mayan culture. 7: 30 a.m. We pick up our customers at Yo Amo Petén. We are a local agency with deep knowledge of the destination and a team of certified guides who know the history, culture and every corner of the site. We’ve designed a carefully structured itinerary for you to enjoy every moment without haste or hassle, combining history, nature and comfort in one experience. This allows us to offer you a more authentic, organized and enriching tour that helps you to live Tikal in the best possible way.

La Antigua Guatemala cuenta con hermosas vistas, estos cerros son una porción de naturaleza rodeada de cultura

Visit to the beautiful Colonial city of Antigua Guatemala, the tour begins at the Casa Santo Domingo hotel and Museum which was a convent of the Dominican Order, followed by the visit through the main streets and monuments of Antigua, among them: Parish of San José, Arco de Santa Catalina, La Plaza Mayor, San Francisco Church, Tanque la Union, Jade Museum, Crafts Market, at the end of the tour the return to Guatemala City begins. The tour starts at 08:00 am and ends at 1:00 pm.

Explore Antigua and the surrounding villages by Vespa with this small-group tour for no more than eight participants. You'll visit historic buildings such as the Church of Ciudad Vieja. Your group will also spend time in San Juan del Obispo, where you'll learn about chocolate production first hand from a local family who work in the chocolate industry.

Discover the essentials of the capital on a dynamic tour that combines history, culture and architecture. During the tour you will visit Berlin Square, Reforma Avenue, Constitution Square, the National Palace of Culture and the Metropolitan Cathedral, icons that narrate the past and present of the country. You will also walk along iconic avenues such as Sixth Avenue, full of life and color, and you will have a stop at the Central Market, ideal to appreciate local crafts and flavors. The walk concludes with a panoramic view of the city from a nearby viewpoint, perfect for memorable photos.

Discover the highlights and hidden gems of Guatemala City on a private walking tour through the old district. Learn the history, culture, and archaeology of the city’s landmarks and streets. This weekend-only tour is ideal for first-time visitors and locals wanting to explore Guatemala’s capital with a knowledgeable guide.

Discover the lively highland culture and beautiful scenery of Guatemala during this 12-hour visit to Chichicastenango and Lake Atitlan from Guatemala City. 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, optional lunch upgrade and round-trip hotel transport.

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.

Beat the midday heat and explore the nature trails of Yaxha National Park in more comfortable temperatures on an afternoon tour. Not only will you benefit from the local knowledge of a guide to help you spot more wildlife, but you'll also witness a stunning sunset over the Yaxha Lagoon, which looks even more gorgeous at golden hour.

Once famously described as "too much of a good thing," Lake Atitlan's stunning beauty and broad diversity of towns can make it difficult for visitors to decide how best to see its attractions. This tour lets you see it all while connecting with the landscape and the local people in ways that few visitors get to do. After taking a boat from Panajachel to the small Mayan village of Tzununa, hop on a bike for a ride through the countryside, stopping to visit weaving cooperatives, coffee plantations, art galleries, and some of the best viewpoints on the Lake.

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.

Chichicastenango, popularly called “Chichi” by locals, is an indigenous town in the Guatemalan Highlands where a kaleidoscope of colors, shapes, traditions and tastes, takes place. Its market days predates the Spanish arrival and still draws people from far and wide to trade fresh products, handcrafted goods, vibrant textiles and local recipes. This experience walking through lively streets, visiting the cemetery, a traditional mask workshop, and the historic Santo Tomás Church, guided by experts and passioned local friends. Our visit includes one on one time with a local costume factory called Morería, where generation after generation the family has dedicated their passion and art to the creation of traditional customes worn or dressed at festive dances, step inside of Santo Tomás Church to appreciate how Maya and Catholicism Ideology has blended together.

On your own, it’s difficult to squeeze the Chichicastenango market (Mercado Santo Tomás) into a single day, but this guided tour makes it a breeze by handling all the transportation logistics from Guatemala City, with a Lake Atitlan photo stop too. Going with a guide keeps you from getting lost in the crowds and provides tons of insight into the rich cultures you’ll see practicing rituals in Santo Tomas Church.

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.

The ruins of Tikal are famous throughout Guatemala, but explanations are required to understand the significance of this former Mayan city. Learn about Mayan history, astrology, architecture, and more from your guide during this small-group tour from Flores. A relaxing lunch at a local restaurant is provided, plus admission tickets and door-to-door transportation.

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.

The ancient Mayan city of Tikal is one of the best archaeological sites in Central America, filled with rich history, amazing wildlife, and jungle-clad ruins. Close to the Belize border, it’s a great place to visit on a day trip—but the logistics can be hard to organize. This private tour takes all the stresses away, with a meet-and-greet pickup at the border, private transport to Tikal and back, and a guided tour of the ruins (entry fees not included).

Get out in nature and enjoy some tasty pizza cooked in the most unusual of ways in the process with this private tour to Pacaya Volcano. Your guide will pick you up at your hotel in Guatemala City and take you out to the volcano for a roughly 90-minute hike up to the top. Once you reach the summit, you'll dine on pizza cooked using volcanic rocks.

Visit several Antigua highlights in one convenient walking tour, ideal for first-time visitors or those with limited time in the region. There’s no need to worry about getting lost or overlooking lesser-known spots, as your guide will escort you from point to point, providing context for each attraction along the way.

Familiarize yourself with Antigua while visiting Guatemala during this full-day tour that takes you around the city with a guide who shows you spots and tells you stories you may miss if choosing to explore on your own. This Antigua tour includes hotel pickup from Guatemala City and provides lunch during the day.

Sunset tour of Tikal National Park with round trip transportation from hotels in Flores and Tikal. You will learn about Mayan history and culture, archeology, flora and fauna, and you will see the sunset from the top of Temple IV (Two-headed Serpent Temple).

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.