Top Petén Cultural Tours - page 2

Discover one of Guatemala’s most important archeological sites at your own pace on a private sunset tour of Yaxha from Flores. Wandering the area at sunset not only lets you see the area bathed in magical light, but it also means you’ll be able explore in cooler temperatures that keep you more comfortable.

Discover the incredible history and culture of the Mayan city of Tikal on this private tour from Flores (admission not included). A great way to combine sightseeing with learning, a guided tour helps you unlock the stories and secrets of this fascinating UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll also have a chance to see all the wildlife that call the temples home and enjoy some free time to go exploring at your own pace.

TIKAL NATIONAL PARK It covers 575 square kilometers of jungle and thousands of structures in ruins. Only the central part of the old city contains 3,000 buildings and covers about 16 square kilometers. Tikal is also part of the Mayan Biosphere Reserve of one million hectares created in 1990 to protect the dense forests of Petén, which began to disappear at an alarming rate due to population pressures, illegal logging and agricultural practices of felling and burning. Archaeologists estimate that the Maya settled in the area now known as Tikal in approximately 900 BC. BRIEF OVERVIEW: Yaxha is an archeological site approximately one hour from Tikal National Park and one hour from Flores. It is a place where you can enjoy nature and water, since the Park is between two lakes that can be seen from the top of some temples.

BRIEF OVERVIEW: Yaxha is an archeological site approximately one hour from Tikal National Park and one hour from Flores. It is a place where you can enjoy nature and water, since the Park is between two lakes that can be seen from the top of some temples. Yaxha is located in the Maya Biosphere Reserve which is the second largest preserved jungle in the Americas. In order to visit Yaxha, it is taking the route to Frontera Melchor-Belize arriving at the La Maquina Community, we take the detour at a junction and we enter a road without pavement only has dirt road we travel 11 km to reach the Park and the Tour lasts of approximately 3 hours since it is a very small place but its beauty is unique in the place.

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.

A group or shared day-trip adventure to the Mayan underworld in Belize where you’ll learn about Mayan mythology and caves formations as you hike through the cave system. What sets our tours apart from others is our dedication and love for our work and our empathetic approach towards guests. We strive to ensure that our tours exceed your expectations in every way, but especially in terms of experience and value. Tikal VIP Tours is aptly named for the importance of our clients—we strive to provide a VIP experience for everyone and hope that your time in Guatemala and Belize will be an experience of a lifetime.

Visit one of the most enigmatic Mayan sites in Guatemala on this one-day tour of the community of Uaxactún from Flores. Discover the archeological gems scattered in a modern town and witness how the conservation of the ruins is combined with efforts to sustain the local community. Learn how Uaxactún is believed to be the cradle of the Mayan calendar and the writing system of your expert guide; see the oldest Mayan arch in the world; and admire the ancient works of art.

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.

During the journey you will see landscapes and points of interest, some technical stops will be made for explanation, if the tourist is interested in something specific, please let the guide know, the main squares of Tikal will be visited, the temples and pyramids will be climbed. is allowed, you will walk on roads and trails, the guide's information is based on History, Flora, Fauna and Archeology, lunch inside the park

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).