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11-Day Mayan Ruins Tour: Guatemala and Copán
11-Day Mayan Ruins Tour: Guatemala and Copán
3 Star Hotels - Double Room
For KrisFlyer members only
4 Star Hotels - Double Room
For KrisFlyer members only
Highlights
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.
Itinerary
Guatemala City Airport – Antigua
Antigua
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeTransportation to your hotel in Antigua.- Accommodations3-Star Hotel; Hotel Meson de Maria or similar. 4-Star Hotel; Camino Real Antigua or similar
Antigua and Coffee Tour
Antigua
3 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeSpend the day discovering Antigua on this guided day tour. Located in the central highlands of Guatemala, Antigua is home to cobblestone streets and terracotta roof buildings that give the city its colonial charm. Your tour begins with a visit to Cerro de la Cruz, where you'll admire the whole city of Antigua from atop the hill. Then, head back down to Antigua's Central Plaza, where you'll visit San Francisco Church, home to the shrine of Peter of St Joseph Betancur. See also the famous arch of Santa Catalina, built in the 17th century and once home to Santa Catalina Convent. Next, visit La Merced Church, which has a beautiful Baroque-style façade.Finca La Azotea
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedEat lunch at a local restaurant (own expense) before heading to a nearby coffee plantation. Learn how coffee is made and sample some of the fresh product before being transported back to your hotel.- Accommodations3-Star Hotel; Hotel Meson de Maria or similar. 4-Star Hotel; Camino Real Antigua or similarFood And DrinksBreakfast
Pacaya Volcano Tour
Pacaya Volcano
4 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedMorning hike up to Pacaya Volcano, the most active volcano in Guatemala.- Accommodations3-Star Hotel; Hotel Meson de Maria or similar. 4-Star Hotel; Camino Real Antigua or similarFood And DrinksBreakfast
Iximché and Chichicastenango’s Market
Iximche
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedAfter pickup from your Antigua hotel, venture northwest approximately an hour to the dusty town of Tecpán. Here, explore the Mayan ruins of Iximché, once the Kaqchiquel Maya capital and a Guatemala must-see attraction. Upon entering the ruins, you'll see four ceremonial plazas, which are surrounded by tall temple structures and two ball courts. The plazas were used for things such as housing for residents and special ceremonies, and the ball courts were used to play the Mesoamerican ballgame, a sport that dates back to 1400 BC.Chichicastenango
2 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeFeel as if you’ve gone back in time as you walk along the town’s narrow, cobblestone streets and past its red-tiled roofs. In the central plaza, discover Chichicastenango’s most prominent attraction, the open-air market, filled with local goods like ceramic pots, wood carvings and other handmade wares, as well as fruits and vegetables. Browse the locally made goods and pick up a souvenir or two to take home! While you’re in the plaza, visit the Iglesia de Santo Tomas (Church of Santo Tomas), located on the east side of the plaza. Dating back to 1540, the church is often home to Mayan rituals. On the west side of the plaza, visit Calvary Church, a smaller version of Iglesia Santo Tomas.- Accommodations3-Star Hotel; Regis Hotel & Spa or similar. 4-Star; Porta Hotel del Lago or similarFood And DrinksBreakfast
Lake Atitlán – Boat Tour to Santiago Atitlán
Santiago Atitlan
3 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeEnjoy a beautiful sightseeing cruise across the lake to the Tzutujil village of Santiago de Atitlán.Panajachel
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeVisit Panajachel, a small town located on the northeast shore of Lago de Atitlán (Lake Atitlan). Known as a hub for traveling across Lago de Atitlán, Panajachel is a quaint, charming town where you'll have lunch at a local restaurant (own expense) before heading over to the town’s main thoroughfare, Santander Street. Stroll down the street with your guide and observe town life going on at the locally made handicraft stalls, other shops and restaurants. Transfert to Guatemala City.- Accommodations3-Star Hotel; Best Western Plus Stofela or similar. 4-Star; Hotel Barcelo or similarFood And DrinksBreakfast
Guatemala City - Copan
Copan Ruinas
2 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeLocated only 37 miles (60 km) from the Guatemala border, the ancient UNESCO World Heritage-listed city of Copan is considered a spectacular example of Mayan pre-Colombian culture. Along with your knowledgeable guide, explore the huge complex here, consisting of several plazas and ceremonial temples. Admire the impressive detailed carvings of the more than 4,000 structures on site. Visit the Great Plaza, located on the north side of the complex, before seeing Copan's most famous monument, Altar Q, which is an intricate structure depicting all of the city’s 16 kings in succession. Enjoy lunch (own expense) in Copan before having free time to explore on your own for the rest of the day.- Accommodations3 or 4-Star Hotel; Marina Copán or similarFood And DrinksBreakfast
Quirigua - Rio Dulce
Quirigua
2 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeVisit to the Mayan site, Quirigua. It's known for the Mayan world’s tallest stela. When finished, transportation to Rio Dulce.- Accommodations3 or 4-Star Hotel; Hotel & Marina Nana Juana or similarFood And DrinksBreakfast
Boat tour to Livingston - Flores
Livingston
3 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeTime to enjoy a boat trip from Río Dulce to Livingston and a stop at a hot water springs. After lunch continue to Flores.- Accommodations3-Star Hotel; Casona de la Isla or similar. 4-Star Hotel; Camino Real Tikal or similarFood And DrinksBreakfast
Tikal Ruins
Tikal National Park
5 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeVisit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Tikal National Park, embark on a 4.5-hour tour with your knowledgeable guide. One of Guatemala's most important archaeological sites, Tikal was built during the Classic Period. The park, which covers 341 square miles (550 square km), contains thousands of separate ruin structures. Your guide will show you the layout of the complex, including the Central Acropolis, which consists of a maze of courtyards, small rooms and temples. Visit Complex Q and R, featuring twin-pyramid complexes with altars set in front of the temples. Walk to Temple I—the Temple of the Grand Jaguar—a 144-foot (44-meter) temple with three rooms, including exterior stairs leading to the top. Then head to the nearby Temple II, also known as the Temple of the Masks, regarded as one of the most important within the vast complex. At the completion of your guided tour, return to the visitor center to enjoy a delicious lunch.- Accommodations3-Star Hotel; Casona de la Isla or similar. 4-Star Hotel; Camino Real Tikal or similarFood And DrinksBreakfastLunch - Drinks not included.
Yaxha Ruins - Guatemala City
Yaxha
3 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedVisit Yaxhá, a former ceremonial center and city of the Pre-Columbian Maya Civilization. When finish transfer to Mundo Maya Airport to take the flight back to Guatemala City.- Accommodations3-Star Hotel; Best Western Plus Stofella or similar. 4-Star Hotel; Hotel Barcelo or similarFood And DrinksBreakfastLunch
Guatemala City Airport
Guatemala City
15 minsAdmission Ticket FreeTransfer to La Aurora International Airport to take flight back to your country.- Food And DrinksBreakfast
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