Experience Overview
Highlights
- Explore the jungle-wrapped ancient ruins of Tikal and climb towering temples with views above the treetops
- Swim in the turquoise terraces of Semuc Champey and relax in a lush jungle setting
- Stroll through the vibrant highland market of Chichicastenango and meet local artisans
- Cruise across the sparkling waters of Lake Atitlán with volcanoes and villages in every direction
Trip Details
Product Code: 38750
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Budget
Transport: Private vehicle, plane, boat.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles: Budget
Supplier Code: CGAA
Starts: Guatemala City, Guatemala
Finishes: Antigua, Guatemala
Duration: 9 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical rating: Light
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Lake Atitlán Boat Ride and Community Visit, Lago de Atitlán Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Tikal Tour with a local guide
- Semuc Champey visit
- Chichicastenango Market Visit
- Full-day Boat Tour on Lake Atitlán
- Antigua Orientation Walk
- Free time in Flores, Lanquin, and Panajachel
- Internal Flight from Guatemala City to Flores
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotels (8 nts).
- 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch
Transport
- Private vehicle, plane, boat.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $1899 (CAD $211 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Guatemala City
Arrive at any time. Attend a Welcome Meeting in the evening and get to know your CEO and fellow group members before the adventure begins tomorrow.
Day 2: Guatemala City/Flores
Have some breakfast at the hotel in Guatemala City before travelling to the airport to board your flight to Flores. Located in the northeast jungle Petén region, this town is considered the gateway to nearby Mayan ruins and towering temples. Get settled at the hotel this evening and have dinner at your leisure.
Day 3: Flores
Today enjoy a guided tour of the Tikal archaeological site. Return to Flores in the afternoon and choose to relax or go for a swim in Lake Petén Itzá during your free time. Dinner will be at your leisure this evening.
Day 4: Flores/Lanquín
Travel by private vehicle from Flores to Lanquin, a small town in the Alta Verapaz region of Guatemala, is known primarily as the gateway to Semuc Champey. Once at the hotel enjoy free time to take advantage of property amenities like the pool, or to simply relax in your new setting. The town itself also is home to the Lanquin Caves, a large cave system with interesting rock formations and a colony of bats that emerge at dusk. Maybe go check it out if there's time.
Day 5: Lanquín
Visit the stunning natural monument of Semuc Champey today. These tiered turquoise pools have been formed by a limestone bridge over the Rio Cahabon. Afterwards return to Lanquín for free time to relax and do as you please for the remainder of the day.
Day 6: Lanquín/Panajachel
Head to the shores of Lake Atitlan with a stop to Chichicastenango Market along the way. This market is one of the largest and most authentic indigenous markets in the Americas, offering a glimpse into both Mayan culture and Guatemalan daily life. Enjoy time here to browse and shop before continuing on to Panajachel. Get settled and have dinner at your leisure.
Day 7: Panajachel
Spend a full day boating out on Lake Atitlan with beautiful views of the surrounding volcanoes and small villages. This area is known for stunning scenery and great shopping for Mayan handicrafts. Take part in a cultural tour of San Juan la Laguna where you can opt to bargain for colourful textiles and paintings from the local artisans. Sit down for a delicious lunch made at a G Adventure-supported community initiative. Travel back to Panajachel in the early evening for free time and to relax after a day on the water.
Day 8: Panajachel/Antigua
Leave Panajachel and Lake Atitlan behind as you travel to historic Antigua. Enjoy a CEO-led orientation walk of the downtown area before having free time to explore a bit more on your own.
Day 9: Antigua
Depart at any time.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
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