Top Things to do in Guatemala Department
Top Hotels in Guatemala Department
- 1. Barcelo Guatemala City
- 2. Hyatt Centric Guatemala City
- 3. Grand Tikal Futura Hotel
- 4. Intercontinental Real Guatemala
- 5. The Westin Camino Real, Guatemala
- 6. Holiday Inn Guatemala
- 7. Clarion Suites Guatemala
- 8. Hotel Biltmore Guatemala
- 9. Radisson Hotel And Suites Guatemala City
- 10. Holiday Inn Guatemala
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10 Multi-day Tours in Guatemala Department That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Guatemala Department, Guatemala including 2 Day Tour: Chichicastenango Market and Lake Atitlan from Guatemala City, 6-Day Tour: Traditional Guatemala Including Antigua, Chichicastenango Market, Lake Atitlan and Tikal, Semuc Champey 3 Days, Acatenango overnight experience, Glimpse Of Guatemala, Overnight Volcano Acatenango Hiking Adventure, 8-Day Best of Guatemala Tour: Antigua, Pacaya Volcano, Lake Atitlan and Tikal Ruins, Acatenango Volcano, Acatenango Overnight, Pacaya Overnight.
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1. 2 Day Tour: Chichicastenango Market and Lake Atitlan from Guatemala City
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Join this 2-day tour departing from Guatemala city early in the morning. On day 1, we are going to visit the lively highland of Guatemala, visiting the colorful market of Chichicastenango. It is well known for its famous market days on Thursdays and Sundays where vendors sell handicrafts, food, flowers, pottery, wooden boxes, condiments, medicinal plants, candles, pom and copal (traditional incense), cal (lime stones for preparing tortillas), grindstones, pigs and chickens, machetes, and other tools. Afternoon transfer to Lake Atitlan (Panajachel) to spend the night. On day 2, we visit Santiago Atitlan Village by boat tour.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Lake cruise, Walking tour at Chichicastenango Market, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Excess luggage charges (where applicable), Food and drinks, Gratuities, Accommodations. Please indicate where you will stay at Panajachel area Hotels
Reviewed By lou_lou_fur
This was a great way to relieve our designated driver for a day and so glad we opted for this tour. A lovely little hike to see Pacaya Volcano close-up, we were the first party to ascend that day and glimpsed some lava. The views from the top were well worth it and taking El Arenal route on the descent was an adventure. After the hike, the Kawilal Spa was just the ticket! We even had the whole area to ourselves due to the pandemic, so all felt very safe. The smoothie and lunch there were also very delicious. Could have done with a tad more direction at times, but all part of the fun!
2. 6-Day Tour: Traditional Guatemala Including Antigua, Chichicastenango Market, Lake Atitlan and Tikal
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Visit several of Guatemala’s Spanish colonial towns and modern-day Mayan villages on this 6-day tour with an informative and entertaining guide including round-trip transport from Guatemala City. You’ll learn about local history and culture amid gorgeous natural surroundings, with a boat ride across the volcanic region of Lake Atitlán. Be amazed by the diversity of daily customs, crafts and clothing in Antigua, Chichicastenango, Panajachel with Santiago Atitlán and Tikal.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 5 nights accommodation, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), Professional guide (English and Spanish), Air-conditioned vehicle, Flight to and from Flores
Exclusions: Gratuities, Airport taxes (approx. USD $3)
Reviewed By lou_lou_fur
This was a great way to relieve our designated driver for a day and so glad we opted for this tour. A lovely little hike to see Pacaya Volcano close-up, we were the first party to ascend that day and glimpsed some lava. The views from the top were well worth it and taking El Arenal route on the descent was an adventure. After the hike, the Kawilal Spa was just the ticket! We even had the whole area to ourselves due to the pandemic, so all felt very safe. The smoothie and lunch there were also very delicious. Could have done with a tad more direction at times, but all part of the fun!
3. Semuc Champey 3 Days
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This is a collective tour in which we visited Semuc Champey and Kamba Caves, departing from Antigua Guatemala or Guatemala City to Lanquin to see these beautiful places. Day 1: 8:00 a.m. Tourist Collective Transportation from Antigua Guatemala or Guatemala City to Lanquín, boarding points can be at McDonal's Utatlan or Westin Camino Real. 5:00 p.m. Arrival to Lanquín and transfer to your Hotel. Day 2: 9:00 a.m.-5:00p.m.Tour of Semuc Champey and Kamba Caves (includes transportation from the Hotel, entrance to Semuc Champey, entrance to Cuevas de Kambay Guide). Day 3: 8:00 Collective Tourist Transport from Lanquín to Guatemala City (Los Antojitos Restaurant, Zone 11, Calzada Roosevelt.), Antigua (Mercado de Artesanías) or Flores. Note: Language in transfer to Coban is in Spanish, at Semuc Champey language is in english.
Inclusions: 1 Transfer Guatemala City to Lanquín (McDonal's Utatlan or Westin Camino Real), 2 Hotel Nights, 1 Tour to Semuc Champey, 1 Transportation from Lanquín to Guatemala City (Los Antojitos Restaurant, Periférico and CalzadaRoosvelt junction), Antigua or Flores.
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Breakfast
4. Acatenango overnight experience
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
The unique overnight experience at Acatenango. Hike Acatenango's most scenic route to a new, carefully designed campsite. You'll get your gear: • Jacket • Hat • Gloves • Walking stick • Flashlight
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Evening Snack
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5. Glimpse Of Guatemala
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This tour is unique because you have the opportunity to wake up in Chichicastenango and see some of the Mayan rites inside the Catholic Church.
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Admissions
Exclusions: WiFi on board, Private transportation, Gratuities, Restroom on board
Reviewed By tvans19
Excellent experience! This was one of the best walking tours I’ve been on. Armando was a great guide, who’s very kind and knowledgeable of the area. He made me feel safe and put a lot of care into making sure you have the best possible experience. The amount of things covered throughout the tour is remarkable. I highly recommend this tour if you plan to visit Guatemala City. Thanks again. ☺️
6. Overnight Volcano Acatenango Hiking Adventure
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 12 reviews
The journey begins in Antigua at La Soledad village where the trek begins at Acatenango volcano. It is one of the most beautiful activities you have to do when visiting Guatemala, of course you have to have the proper physical condition to do so.
Inclusions: Hot drinks (chocolate), Sleeping bag, tent and mattress, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Professional guide and round trip transportation., Meals: (Lunch: Sandwich) (Diner: instant soup) (Breakfast: oatmeal, cornflakes and banana)
Exclusions: Gratuities, Entrance fees (GTQ. 50.00 per person)
Reviewed By 309kattieh
Okay FIRST OF ALL, Salvador is the best guide we’ve had out of four trips here. The hike was either incredibly hard or we were very out of shape ???? but he worked with us to still have an amazing time. We ended up also birdwatching and found many Quetzales. It was a beautiful time. He’s super knowledgeable, very kind, speaks English/Spanish, and even will offer you a raincoat if you tell him ahead of time! :) I would recommend this hike if you’re a cross fitter or really in to long hikes, but if recommended Salvador taking you anywhere whether you are traveling alone as a female, or this is your first time in Guatemala, or you’re in a family with kids, or a business trip, or literally whatever- he’s the guy!! We felt safe and taken care of the entire day. We can’t wait to come back and see more with him next year and the years to come.
7. 8-Day Best of Guatemala Tour: Antigua, Pacaya Volcano, Lake Atitlan and Tikal Ruins
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 12 reviews
Immerse yourself in Guatemala’s fascinating history and beautiful scenery on this 8-day tour. See some of Guatemala’s best-known destinations as you take a city sightseeing tour around Antigua, enjoy a boat ride on Lake Atitlan, visit the Mayan ruins of Yaxha and Tikal, hike up Pacaya Volcano and more. This all-inclusive tour includes transportation and overnight accommodation, making it a convenient way to get the most out of your trip to Guatemala!
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Private boat tour, Transport between sites, Professional English-speaking guide, 7 nights of accommodation, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch), Small group tour of 15 pax maximum
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities
Reviewed By roxyosuna
This company was very professional from beginning to end. They answered all my questions prior to booking, they were on time for pick up and the tour was as described. Excellent service
8. Acatenango Volcano
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
We offer best tours on three tours, Sunrise, day and two days one night, proffesional guides, nice view to the volcano Fuego
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Round trip transportation, 3 meals, all equipament
Exclusions: Entrance fees
Reviewed By Demnos
We did some research on the various tours to Pacaya Volcano starting from Antigua and are happy we found A Viajar Guatemala. They offered the most affordable private tour. We didn’t want to travel on one of the regular tours which cost less, but all leave either at 6:00am or 2:00pm in order to do two runs on the same day. We preferred to enjoy our hotel breakfast and opted for an 08:30am departure. The driver arrived perfectly on time and we took off immediately without having to pick up passengers from other hotels first. The driver Miguel was very informative and we enjoyed lots of interesting narrative along the way. Also it was nice that he took a different and very scenic route on the return trip so we got to see the terrible devastation of the 2018 eruption of Volcano Fuego. Ronal, our local guide on Pacaya was phenomenal! He took good care of us and we were chatting with him all the way up and down about living in Guatemala and of course many interesting stories surrounding Pacaya and the surrounding nature. We saw several other guides along the way and how they interacted with their groups and Ronal was probably one of the best! So we highly recommend this agency, no need to go to a more expensive outfit. Their office in Antigua staffed by Alexander was very helpful in the preparation of the trip (what to bring, what to expect)
9. Acatenango Overnight
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
ACATENANGO BIG-BOLD-BEAUTIFUL This beautiful beast is the volcano that started it all for OX back in 2004. We climb this volcano more than all our competition combined, rain or shine. Our professional guide team and organized procedures work hard to manage the unpredictable chaos of mother nature. It is all about the details. We want each and every client to have an enjoyable time no matter where the adventure takes us.
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Bilingual professional guide, Transport by private vehicle to and from Antigua, Lunch, dinner and breakfast on the volcano, Free rental of all gear (backpacks, sleeping bags and warm clothes), Hot drinks and wine!, Bottled water, Alcoholic Beverages
Exclusions: Park Entrance Fee (Q50)
Reviewed By Darren G
I booked a tour through OX for the morning for a volcano hike. They sent several confirmation emails to be at their store by 5:45 to leave by 6:00. When I arrived the rest of the group was waiting outside on the curb. The OX door was closed and nobody was answering. We all called the "emergency number" and emailed and waited for over an hour. Nothing. We came back when they said they opened online at 9:00 and waited again on the sidewalk. Nothing. Around 10:30 we got messages saying, despite the confirmations, they thought we were leaving at 2:00 PM, not 6:00 AM. They apologized, which I appreciated. But they also said to still attempt the tour we would still all pay full price after all of this waste of time. It didn't feel they made any effort to do right by their customers and didn't care that we had spent half a day trying to track them down for a tour or a refund. We all booked the same tour for 1/3 the price ($20 vs $60) from a hostel and enjoyed it a lot. Would not use OX for anything given our experience.
10. Pacaya Overnight
Overall Ratings
4.1 based on 11 reviews
Beat the crowds by sleeping overnight with us on this dynamic-active volcano. See it the right way, with a sunset and sunrise and sleep in a tent under the stars. We take you there and it is an easy family friendly experience.
Inclusions: Bilingual professional guide, Transport by private vehicle to and from Antigua, Lunch, dinner and breakfast on the volcano, Free rental of all gear (backpacks, sleeping bags and warm clothes), Hot drinks and wine!, Bottled water, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Coffee and/or Tea, Alcoholic Beverages
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Darren G
I booked a tour through OX for the morning for a volcano hike. They sent several confirmation emails to be at their store by 5:45 to leave by 6:00. When I arrived the rest of the group was waiting outside on the curb. The OX door was closed and nobody was answering. We all called the "emergency number" and emailed and waited for over an hour. Nothing. We came back when they said they opened online at 9:00 and waited again on the sidewalk. Nothing. Around 10:30 we got messages saying, despite the confirmations, they thought we were leaving at 2:00 PM, not 6:00 AM. They apologized, which I appreciated. But they also said to still attempt the tour we would still all pay full price after all of this waste of time. It didn't feel they made any effort to do right by their customers and didn't care that we had spent half a day trying to track them down for a tour or a refund. We all booked the same tour for 1/3 the price ($20 vs $60) from a hostel and enjoyed it a lot. Would not use OX for anything given our experience.
