Experience the best of Guatemala on this comprehensive 10-day adventure, combining colonial cities, ancient Maya ruins, breathtaking volcanoes, colorful indigenous markets, beautiful lakes, and rich cultural experiences.
This itinerary is designed for travelers who want to discover Guatemala’s most iconic destinations while enjoying comfortable accommodations, professional guides, and seamless transportation throughout the country.
ITINERARY
Day 1 – Arrival in Guatemala
● Airport pickup
● Transfer to Antigua Guatemala
● Welcome briefing
● Overnight in Antigua
Day 2 – Explore Antigua Guatemala
● Guided walking tour
● Visit churches, plazas, and colonial landmarks
● Free afternoon for exploration
● Overnight in Antigua
Day 3 – Pacaya Volcano Hiking Tour
● Guided hike on Pacaya Volcano
● Afternoon at leisure
● Overnight in Antigua
Day 4 – Lake Atitlán
● Transfer to Lake Atitlán
● Visit traditional Mayan villages by boat
● Overnight at Lake Atitlán (Panajachel)
Day 5 – Lake Atitlán Adventure
● Cultural and nature activities
● Explore local villages and artisan workshops
● Optional kayaking or hiking
● Overnight at Lake Atitlán (Panajachel)
Day 6 – Chichicastenango Market & Transfer to Flores
● Visit the famous Chichicastenango Market (Thursday or Sunday departures)
● Evening transfer or flight to Flores
● Overnight in Flores
Day 7 – Tikal National Park
● Full-day visit to Tikal National Park
● Guided archaeological tour
● Wildlife observation
● Overnight in Flores
Day 8 – Yaxhá Archaeological Site
● Visit Yaxhá
● Explore temples, plazas, and rainforest landscapes
● Overnight in Flores
Day 9 – Return to Guatemala City
● Morning at leisure
● Flight or transfer back to Guatemala City
● Farewell dinner (optional)
● Overnight in Guatemala City or Antigua
Day 10 – Departure
● Transfer to the airport
● End of services
Includes:
• 9 nights hotel accommodation
• Daily breakfast
• Airport transfers
• All ground transportation
• Domestic transportation to/from Petén
• Professional bilingual guides
• Boat tour on Lake Atitlán
• Pacaya Volcano hiking tour
• Tikal National Park tour
• Yaxhá archaeological tour
• Entrance fees to included attractions
Does Not Include:
• International flights
• Lunches and dinners (unless specified)
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses
• Optional activities
Highlights
● Antigua Guatemala
● Pacaya Volcano
● Lake Atitlán
● Chichicastenango Market
● Tikal National Park
● Yaxhá
● Traditional Mayan culture
● Colonial heritage
● Volcanoes, lakes, and rainforests
Duration:
10 Days / 9 Nights