Guatemala: Lakeside Mayan Villages & Volcano Valleys (7 Days)
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Duration 7 days
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Type City Tour
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Group Size 50 Peoples
Overview
Theme: Culture + Nature
Guatemala is a country where ancient Mayan traditions still thrive beneath smoking volcanoes and beside serene crater lakes. From the vibrant markets of Chichicastenango to the mirror-like waters of Lake Atitlán and the colonial magic of Antigua, this journey immerses you in both Guatemala’s deep-rooted spirituality and its breathtaking natural beauty.
Included & Excluded
Arrive at La Aurora International Airport and transfer to the colonial town of Antigua Stroll the cobbled streets past pastel-colored facades and flower-draped balconies Dinner at a local courtyard restaurant and overnight in a boutique colonial inn
Explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town with a historian guide: La Merced Church, Casa Santo Domingo, and the Central Park Drive up to Cerro de la Cruz for a panoramic view of Volcano Agua and the valley Optional coffee plantation visit in the afternoon Overnight in Antigua
Early departure to Chichicastenango, Central America’s most famous market Witness a blend of Catholic and Mayan rituals at Santo Tomás Church Enjoy a local lunch and shop for textiles, masks, and folk art Continue to Lake Atitlán and settle into a lakeside eco-lodge in Santa Cruz or San Juan
Boat ride across the lake to visit Tz’utujil and Kaqchikel Maya communities Participate in a traditional backstrap weaving workshop in San Juan La Laguna Explore art galleries and textile cooperatives Return for sunset yoga or kayak session on the lake
Pre-dawn hike to Indian Nose viewpoint for sunrise over the volcanoes Breakfast picnic overlooking the lake Afternoon visit to local thermal baths in nearby hills Overnight at the lodge
Drive back to Antigua with a scenic lunch stop overlooking Volcano Fuego Free time to shop or visit jade workshops and museums Farewell dinner with live marimba music
Transfer to Guatemala City for your international flight
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