Arrival in Guatemala

La Aurora International Airport - Upon arrival in Guatemala, the team will be ready to escort guests to their hotel in Antigua Guatemala.

Antigua Walking Tour

Antigua, Guatemala - At 9 a.m., a guide will meet guests at their hotel to commence a walking tour of Antigua Guatemala. The afternoon is free for leisure.

Antigua - Acatenango

Acatenango, La Soledad - At 8 a.m., guests will depart from Antigua to the La Soledad farm to start the hike.

Acatenango Volcano - From Finca la Soledad, the ascent to the base camp will begin.

Volcan de Fuego - After a rest and some recovery, the hike to the Fuego volcano will commence, allowing guests to explore the majestic site and capture photos. The hike concludes with a return to the base camp.

Acatenango - Antigua Guatemala

Antigua - Early in the morning (4 a.m.), the final ascent to the summit crater of the Acatenango volcano will begin, offering stunning views and photo opportunities. Guests will return to base camp for breakfast before descending and heading back to Antigua Guatemala.

Antigua Guatemala - Quetzaltenango

Salcaja - A brief stop in Salcaja to explore the town, its attractions, and its church, known as the first hermitage in Central America.

Quetzaltenango - Volcan de Chicabal - Quetzaltenango

Laguna Chicabal - Visit the enchanting Chicabal Lagoon and hike along its natural trails. Return to Quetzaltenango in the afternoon.

Quetzaltenango - Fuentes Georginas - Chichicastenango

Fuentes Georginas - In the morning, guests will visit the popular attraction of Fuentes Georginas, enjoying a relaxing morning. The day concludes with a journey to Chichicastenango.

Chichicastenango Market Day - Atitlan (must be Thu - Sun)

Chichicastenango - In the morning, guests will explore the market, cemetery, Catholic churches, and Pascual Abaj hill. In the afternoon, they will depart for Lake Atitlan.

Boat Ride on Lake Atitlan

Lake Atitlan - Guests will visit the charming towns of Santiago Atitlán, San Juan, and San Pedro la Laguna. The afternoon is reserved for returning to the hotel.

Atitlán - Nebaj, Quiche

Cocop, Quiche Trekking Day

Nebaj - The trek begins with a steep climb, offering views of mountains, pine forests, and cornfields. Stops will be made to admire valleys, listen to birds, and learn about local flora and fauna.

Nebaj, Quiché - Santa Cruz, Coban

Biotopo del Quetzal - Located in Purulhá, Baja Verapaz, the Quetzal Biotope spans 1,044 hectares and was established as a protected area on June 2, 1976, by founder Mario Dary Rivera, with the primary goal of preserving the quetzal and its cloud forest habitat.

Santa Cruz, Coban - Semuc Champey - Santa Cruz, Coban

Semuc Champey - Semuc Champey, meaning “River hides under the stones,” is a natural wonder in Lanquín, Alta Verapaz, Guatemala. Nestled in a dense tropical forest, a natural limestone bridge spans 300 meters, with the Cahabón River flowing beneath. Surrounding pools, 1 to 3 meters deep, change color with the weather and sun. The Cahabón River enters a limestone cavern, a powerful and dangerous area, only to be observed from a safe distance.

Santa Cruz, Coban - Hun Nal Ye - Santa Cruz, Coban

Hun Nal Ye - Hun Nal Ye, a mystical destination with natural pools in Guatemala, is a paradise for aquatic adventure and nature enthusiasts. Located in Alta Verapaz, this tourist spot offers diverse activities and landscapes that attract both national and international visitors.

The name means “The House of the Moon God,” evoking a mystical atmosphere as visitors explore its trails and crystal-clear pools. Known for its clear waters and cenotes, visitors can swim and explore, enjoying a refreshing escape and a connection with nature.

Santa Cruz, Coban - Cuevas de Candelaria - Isla Flores

Cuevas de Candelaria Mucbilha - The Candelaria Caves, in Alta Verapaz, form a national park and are considered the spiritual cradle of the Mayan civilization. Navigating the underground river was believed to lead souls to Xibalbá in search of immortality.

Surrounded by hills, the site features over 8 caves, each with unique formations and sizes. Visitors can navigate more than 2 kilometers of underground river and swim in crystal-clear pools beneath natural rock.

Isla Flores - Crater Azul - Isla Flores

Nacimiento Crater Azul, Peten Guatemala - Cráter Azul, a water source of the La Pasión River, is located in Sayaxché, Petén. It also feeds the San Teodoro Stream in Las Cruces, Petén.
This lagoon is a stunning location where visitors can swim in its clear waters. The vegetation at the bottom is visible due to the water’s clarity, creating a beautiful underwater garden. The center’s depth ranges from 5 to 7 meters, depending on the season.
The site’s conservation is a major draw for tourists. Its name derives from its crater shape and the intense blue color of the water.

Isla Flores - Tikal - Isla Flores

Tikal National Park - Tikal, meaning “place of voices,” is one of the largest archaeological sites and urban centers of the Mayan civilization. Located in Flores, Petén, Guatemala, it is part of Tikal National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979. The site’s glyphs suggest its Mayan name was Yax Mutul.

Isla Flores - Peten Iza Boat Ride - Yaxha - Isla Flores - Guatemala City

Lake Peten Itza - In the morning, guests will be picked up at their hotel to board a boat for a tour of this beautiful lake.
Visitors will explore the animal sanctuary, ARCAS, a non-profit Guatemalan Civil Association founded in 1989 by concerned citizens witnessing the rapid disappearance of their cultural heritage, especially wildlife.
The tour includes a visit to the King Canek viewpoint, located in the Petén jungle, offering panoramic views of Lake Petén Itzá and the picturesque Flores Island. Departure to Yaxha follows.

Yaxha - The Yaxhá archaeological site, also known as “Tierras Bajas Centrales,” is in Petén, near the lake of the same name. Discovered in 1904 by explorer Teobert Maler, it is described as a series of artificial levelings with its highest point in the east, forming one of the “best examples of Mayan urbanism,” featuring over 500 buildings in various groups connected by five causeways and paved roads.

Guatemala City Tour

Guatemala City - This tour offers a unique perspective of Guatemala City.
Guests will visit the civic center, Calvario church, 6th avenue, San Francisco church, the old Guatemala club, the post and telegraph building, and the central market, concluding at the central square.

Transfer Out

La Aurora International Airport - At the scheduled time, the group will be transferred to the airport for their departure flight.

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Tour Guide

• Meals not mentioned in this program

This is a tour that no one else has in the market, also characterized by combining the best of Guatemala.
On this tour, you will visit colonial cities, an active volcano (the most active in Central America), a lagoon inside a volcano, a lake formed over time inside a volcanic crater, a beautiful indigenous market, hike through indigenous mountains, have lunch with a local family, hike into the cloud forest to see the national bird of Guatemala.
You will be taken to see the most beautiful natural pools in the Verapaces area. The wonders of Hun Nal Ye are almost virgin sites. You will descend to the Mayan underworld in the Candelaria caves, the Tikal and Yaxhá archaeological sites, and much more.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.