Antigua, Atitlan & Tikal's Mayan Ruins

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a leisurely day on your own in Panajachel to explore the wonders of Lake Atitlan. Why not take a boat trip to discover the numerous Mayan villages dotted around the lake's border or go kayaking for unobstructed views of the volcanic landscape? Other experiences to enjoy whilst staying in Panajachel include indulging in a traditional Mayan sauna, known as a 'Temescal', or shopping in the local markets. Also, you can book a Boat tour through 3 villages*. Overnight stay in Panajachel.

*Boat tour through 3 villages: Discover the beauty of San Juan, San Pedro, and San Pablo de la Laguna. Our local guide will meet you at the dock to begin a tour with stops in these three lakeside villages. During the tour, visit a chocolate cooperative to see its production; a textile cooperative, to learn about the dyeing process.

Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the morning at your leisure, taking in the spectacular views of Lake Atitlan for the final time. In the afternoon, transfer back to Guatemala City (approx. 3 hours) and get settled at the hotel. Enjoy exploring the city's street food scene or strolling through the capital's atmospheric plazas. If you want to enjoy the nature, you can add our optional Canopy in Atitlan Natural Reserve*. Overnight stay in Guatemala City.

*Canopy in Atitlan Natural Reserve: We start by visiting the San Buenaventura Natural Park and its colorful Butterfly Farm. Then, begin your adventure through two zip line circuits through which you will enjoy magnificent views of forests, waterfalls, volcanoes and Lake Atitlan.

Get a bright and early start* with a transfer to the airport for your flight to Flores, gateway to a region brimming with Mayan archeological sites. On arrival, drive about an hour and a half to reach Tikal, the famous ruins of a once-powerful capital city. On this half-day tour, your guide will show you various structures, visiting Complexes Q and R before continuing to the Central Acropolis, Temples I (The Great Jaguar) and Temple II (of the Masks), considered to be the most important within the complex. In the afternoon, return to the Visitor's Center for an included lunch. Return to Flores and check into your hotel for your overnight stay.

*Departure for the airport is at 4 AM in order to make a 5:45 AM flight.

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a free day to explore Flores. The old town is situated on a small island in the middle of Lake Petén Itzá, offering beautiful views over Guatemala’s third-largest lake. For those craving more fascinating Mayan history, feel free to join our optional tour of Yaxhá,* once a ceremonial center for the Maya. Return to the hotel in Flores for the evening’s overnight stay.

*Optional Yaxhá full-day tour: Depart at the specified time for Yaxhá. This archeological wonder is home to several important ceremonial structures, which show influence from the faraway Teotihuacán civilization in the Valley of Mexico. Outside of Tikal, Yaxhá is home to the only other pair of twin pyramids in Guatemala. Enjoy an included lunch while on-site, then return to Flores for the night.

Breakfast at the hotel. You’ll have much of the day free in Flores before returning to Guatemala City on an evening flight. Transfer to the airport at the confirmed time, and arrive in Guatemala City around 10 PM. Transfer to your hotel and spend the night.

Breakfast at the hotel. Say goodbye to Guatemala today as you transfer to the airport, ready to catch your flight back to the US. Night on board.