What to do and see in Guatemala City, Guatemala Department: The Best Multi-day Tours

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

The trip consists of a visit to the open market of Chichicastenango on the first day. On the second day you will be visiting Panajachel and Lake Atitlan on a boat. In Chichicastenango you will be able to explore the indigenous market and be witness of the incessant exchange of fruits, vegetables and handicrafts between local people and foreigners. Lake Atitlán was formed when a volcanic caldera depleted of its magma. Three stately volcanoes, Atitlan, Tolimán and San Pedro rise gracefully from its southern shore, their perfect cones reflected in the azure mirror of the lake. Weaving made and worn by the Maya-Tzutujil and Cakchiquel women who live around the lake and many of the men also wear traditional, hand-woven clothing.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Overnight accommodation, Breakfast, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

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)

Your 11-day journey begins in Guatemala City. Continuing to the Western Highlands of Guatemala you’ll have the opportunity to visit the Santo Tomas Church where the famous Popol Vuh was founded. Visit the first capital of Guatemala, Iximche, the open market of Chichicastenango and one of the most beautiful lakes in the World: Atitlán. We will continue to the Guatemala border to visit two important UNESCO Heritage sites that historically where involved together, Quiriguá and Copán in Honduras. Then visit the Caribbean Coast and two of the most important archaeological sites of the Mayan civilization: Tikal and Yaxhá. You´ll have the chance to appreciate the differences of architecture, art and majesty of the Mayan constructions and monuments. This journey has unequal diversity to explore all the beauties of Guatemala, “The land of the eternal spring” named like that because of its perfect climate.

Inclusions: 10 nights accommodation, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, All Fees and Taxes, One way local flight from Flores to Guatemala City

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Tips

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

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

Discover the Mayan ruins of Tikal and Yaxha on this overnight tour from Guatemala City! Head to the jungle of Guatemala on this 2-day adventure and admire the temples in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Tikal National Park. Spend the night Tikal or Flores before visiting Yaxha, a large classic Mayan ceremonial site overlooking the Yaxha and Sacnab lakes. With breakfast, lunch and round-trip airfare to and from Guatemala City included, this is the perfect way to discover the great Mayan ruin sites of Guatemala!

Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Overnight accommodation (Camino Real Tikal or similar), 1 Breakfast, English- and Spanish-speaking guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Drinks, Gratuities, Departure tax from Mundo Maya Airport US$ 3.00 per person

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

Visit several of Guatemala’s Spanish colonial towns and modern-day Mayan villages on this 5-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 and Santiago Atitlán!

Inclusions: Professional English- and Spanish-speaking guide, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 4 nights accommodation, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities, Airport taxes (approx. USD $3)

Discover the beauty of the ancient ruins of Copan and Quirigua on this overnight trip from Guatemala City! After a scenic drive in a comfortable vehicle, spend your first day at Copan in Honduras to explore its archaeological Mayan site. On your second day, venture to Quirigua, known for the tallest stela in the Mayan world. Learn from your expert guide about the significance and importance of these UNESCO World Heritage-listed archeological sites. Hotel accommodation, breakfast and hotel pickup and drop-off are all included!

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Standard overnight accommodation, Professional English- and Spanish-speaking guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch and dinner