OUR TOURS
TOUR IN ANTIGUA
GUATEMALA AND ITS SURROUNDINGS
1
Full Day
In
a full day tour of Antigua Guatemala and surrounding areas will
visit the following sights:
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San Juan del Obispo: We visit the palace and the square of
Bishop Francisco Marroquín.
You can see a beautiful view of the valley of Panchoy with
Santiago de los Caballeros de Guatemala.
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San Pedro las Huertas: In which we visit the public square and
there is one of the most beautiful public laundries Guatemala
and the recently restored Church of San Pedro.
There are the famous chapels found in the central square.
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Old Town: Known as the second capital of the kingdom of "Gohatemala"
(Don Pedro de Alvarado).
Which is known in the first cathedral in Central America and
part of the conqueror of Guatemala Palacio Pedro de Alvarado.
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Macadamia nut plantation (Valhalla).
Where you have a specialist local guide explains the entire
process, from planting to the finished products of the macadamia
nut.
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San Antonio Aguas Calientes:
known for the manufacture of most beautiful textiles of
Guatemala and the world.
We visit a single market in Guatemala, is known for only working
women.
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The cathedral and ruins of the main palace of the Bishop
Francisco Marroquín.
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The San Francisco el Grande church and monastery.
Inside is a museum of Hermano Pedro.
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The Church of Our Lady of Mercy, better known as Ransom.
In which he gives an explanation of the Baroque Antiguan and
that this church is the most clear and representative.
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Jade Museum "House of Jade" in which he has an expert local
guide, who explains about the most precious stone by the Maya on
a tour of the museum and factory.
Tour
Includes:
Transport
Specialized
Guide
Tickets
TOUR A PANAJACHEL Y
CHICHICASTENANGO
2 Days 1 Night
Panajachel
Is one of the four most attractive tourist centers in Guatemala.
Its importance lies in the scenery of Lake Atitlan and the volcanoes called Atitlan, Toliman and San Pedro and its incredible and beautiful sunsets celajes of which are appreciated in conjunction with the majesty of its natural volcanoes.
Day 1
The tour starts out of the capital Guatemala City at 8:00 am
Panajachel which is discussed in a boat to visit Santa Catarina
Palopo and Santiago Atitlan.
In these destinations you can see the Church, textiles and handicrafts of the
place with free time for shopping.
You return to Panajachel to check in at the hotel and have the
afternoon free to walk down the street Santander is the main street
of Panajachael, in which the trade is at its peak and you will find
all
kinds of handicrafts, restaurants, bars, among others.
Day 2
Departure from Hotel to Chichicastenango in which we visit the
largest indigenous market in Latin America, where you can see
textiles, ceramics and crafts, is a true blend of tradition and
folklore of different indigenous groups living in villages
surrounding the Market
Central, as well as visiting the St. Thomas Church where you can see some
religious rites, very traditional place.
Out of Chichicastenango to Guatemala City, stopping at Tecpán * for
lunch and continue the journey.
Arriving at
the capital at 6:00 p.m.
Tour Includes:
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TOUR ANTIGUA - PANAJACHEL - CHICHICASTENANGO
4 Days 3 Nights
Day 1
Departure from Guatemala City and made a city tour in
the city of Antigua Guatemala, and starting the tour in San Juan del
Obispo.
In which we visit the palace and the square of Bishop Francisco
Marroquín.
It has a beautiful view of the valley of Panchoy with Santiago de
los Caballeros de Guatemala.
Moving to San Juan del Obispo San Pedro las Huertas.
Which is seen in the public square.
Will know the famous chapels found in the central square.
Moving to San Pedro las Huertas Old Town in which you can see the
first cathedral in Central America.
Transfer Old City into the planting of macadamia nut.
(Valhalla).
Which explains everything about the macadamia.
Moving the macadamia nut plantation toward the Indian village San
Antonio Aguas Calientes, you can visit the Single Market in
Guatemala since it only working women
Moving to San Antonio Aguas Calientes Antigua Guatemala
Arrival in Antigua Guatemala for lunch.
The tour starts again.
Visit the cathedral and palace ruins of the principal of Bishop
Francisco Marroquín.
Transfer to San Francisco Church and visit the Great Church and its
monastery.
Inside is a museum of Hermano Pedro.
Transfer to the Church of Our Lady of Mercy, known as Merced.
In which there is an explanation of the baroque church Antiguan
since this is the clearest example and representative.
Transfer to the Jade Museum "House of Jade" in which there is a
local guide who will explain about the most precious stone by the
Maya on a tour of the museum and the factory.
Arrival at Hotel Casa Santo Domingo "to visit the museum tour and
visit to the hall of St. Thomas.
Evening free.
Day 2
Out of the city of Antigua Guatemala to Iximche
City tour of the post classic Maya Iximche.
It is the capital of the ancient kingdom Kaqchiquel and conquered by
the Spanish in 1524.
It is characterized by a city was inhabited when the Spanish arrived
in Guatemala.
Within the ruins you can see the square in which it performed the
Mayan ball game.
Also visit the local museum where you can appreciate the layout of
the city of Iximche.
Output Iximche to Tecpán in which we make a stop for lunch in a
typical Guatemalan restaurant.
Tecpán output
to Panajachel.
Day 3
In
Panajachel.
He is considered one of the four most attractive tourist centers in
Guatemala.
Its importance lies in the scenery of Lake
Atitlan and the volcanoes called Atitlan, Toliman and San Pedro and
its incredible and beautiful sunsets celajes of which are
appreciated in conjunction with the majesty of its natural volcanoes.
Start the tour "Del Lago".
It addresses a boat to visit Santa Catarina Palopo Santiago Atitlan
and San Pedro la Laguna.
In these destinations you can see the Church,
textiles and handicrafts of the place with free time for shopping.
Panajachel Arrival to settle in the hotel.
Time for lunch.
Free afternoon to walk down the street Santander is
the main street of Panajachel, in which the trade is at its peak and
where you can find all kinds of crafts, restaurants, bars, among
others.
Day 4
Leaving Panajachel
to Chichicastenango to visit the main church, the square, the local
market, and the.
Chichicastenango Tour Arrive in which people can observe the pottery
and crafts to the locality, is a true blend of tradition and
folklore of different indigenous groups living in villages
surrounding the Central Market and also visit the Church
St. Thomas where you can see some religious rites,
very traditional place.
Lunch Time in Chichicastenango.
Out of Chichicastenango to Guatemala City
Arrival in Guatemala City.
TOUR GUATEMALA -
LIVINGSTON - TIKAL
6 Days 5 Nights
Day 1
Departure
from Guatemala City, Quirigua and reaching through
to Livingston.
Quirigua around can be
found not only deposits of jade, but pottery and ancient
archaeological treasures.
Among its valuable content is the stele erected in honor of one of
its main leaders, in Cacuaco Heaven.
This trail has a height of eleven meters.
All trails have hieroglyphics for their amazing detail.
These steles were discovered in 1840, and has since become a place which
preserves ancient treasures of the Maya.
But the importance of the place lies not in their wakes Maya or the
remains of buildings.
It was declared Cultural Patrimony of Humanity by
UNESCO in 1973.
The
city of Livingston is located along the Caribbean coast, Livingston
is a popular destination for travelers seeking style and Caribbean
rhythms, seafood and music full of energy.
It is an opportunity to see the local culture up close.
It is a place where history unfolds before
your eyes.
While in Livingston, enjoy the delicious food and dynamic music.
You can sample the seafood dishes in spicy sauces, while listening
to local bands playing early instruments such as turtle shells or
shell of a snail.
It is a true gift.
At night, enjoy the fast pace of regional dance
Punta.
Day 2
Departure from Livingston to Rio Dulce
coming to Santa Elena.
Rio
Dulce is a river running from Lake Izabal, in the eastern part of
Guatemala, to the Carribean. The river itself is exquisite, with
graceful birds and tall cliffs overflowing with lush flora.
Santa Elena
is the economic, political, cultural and demographic of El Petén,
and along with the population of San Benito form a city of more than
60.500 inhabitants, has shopping centers, hotels, banks,
universities, bus terminals and airport;
is also the hub of roads that connect the entire
department and the rest of the country.
Day 3
Departure from Flores to Tikal and
back to Flores in the afternoon.
Tikal consists of more than 10,000 structures, many
of them superimposed over each other in an area of 16 square
kilometers.
Squares, temples, pyramids, palaces, steam baths, ball games, rooms,
pools of water, until the original wooden lintels can be seen yet,
despite the more than 1000 years of neglect is what makes Tikal one
monumental site declared World Heritage by UNESCO.
But Tikal is not only archeology is also flora and
fauna, which complement this beautiful visit, howler monkeys,
toucans, coatis, spider monkeys, parrots, foxes, among others.
They are often among the hundreds of species of trees,
which gives the visitor an unforgettable day.
Day 4
Departure from Flores to Yaxhá,
spends the day and return to Flores.
Yaxha has come to light recently.
The exploration and restoration of Yaxha are only in the preliminary
stages.
Visitors who go to the ruins and structures can have the added
pleasure of being able to see archaeologists working actively to
unearth and preserve bits of the ancient past.
You can also interact with these archaeologists and historians, during his
tour.
Yaxha is a splendid destination, not just for history buffs but also
for lovers of nature.
Although excavations are still underway, and
there is much that remains to be discovered, flora and fauna are the
dominant forces in the area.
Day 5
Departure from Flores to
Ceibal.
Park El
Ceibal is an archaeological site of great importance in the post-classic
period, the pyramids but not much elevation, but are preserved
original wooden lintels sapodilla of its structure.
In the main square can be seen clearly in the glyphs trails that
tell the story of the people of Ceibal as single case can be seen on
a stele in front of the character, since all the character Maya
stelae carved profile was always
are important stelae calls the seven snakes, the Maize God, without
neglecting the small square truncated pyramid of Tigre, where there
is a sacrificial stone on three monkeys carved in stone.
It is also
important ecological trail of shooting which is 1.5 kilometers.
Day 6
Output via Ceibal
Sayaxché The course towards Guatemala.
In Sayazché is Cancuén Archaeological Site is being
visited by foreign and domestic tourists due to recent explorations
being undertaken by the Universidad Del Valle.
Also during the summer, reaching their lowest level the Salinas
River, the beaches are paths up to 1 km.
long that are visited by local tourists, as in the
case of Playon del Tigre.
One night in Livingston, three nights at Tikal and
and one at El Ceibal.
TOUR
GUATEMALA - MONTERRICO - PACAYA
3 Days 2 Nights
Day 1
Departure from Guatemala City, headed for the beach Monterrico, get
to the hotel and check - in.
Monterrico is one of the most beautiful beaches in
Guatemala, with its black sand make it an ideal place for visitors
and tourists as well as featuring various species of marine animals
and breathtaking scenery where you can see so beaten, the
sunrise or
sunset.
Day 2
Monterrico spend the day at the beach
and visit the village.
In the village of Monterrico can be appreciated, various restaurants
to enjoy seafood, places where they sell crafts and a unique blend
of cultures, created by the tourists who currently reside on the
shores of the beach.
Day 3
Departure early
Monterrico in the morning to climb Pacaya Volcano. This
volcano
Has been visited by many tourists from different parts of the world
who are amazed with the large amount of lava emerging from the
center of the earth and also by the number of expeditions that are
carried out, which makes it one of the most visited sites
.
At the same time can enjoy a number of animals and
plants that live around it which makes it a unique place with so
much convergence of species.
And fall
afternoon, then returned to Guatemala City.
Two nights at Monterrico.
TOUR GUATEMALA - ANTIGUA - PACAYA
3 Days 2 Nights
Day 1
Departure from Guatemala City bound for the city of Antigua
Guatemala, is check - in at the hotel in the morning, tour the city
with specialized guide,
the tour includes the next sites:
San Juan del Obispo: We visit the palace and the square of
Bishop Francisco Marroquín.
San Pedro las Huertas: In which we visit the public square and
there is one of the most beautiful public laundries Guatemala
and the recently restored Church of San Pedro.
Old Town: Known as the second capital o the kingdom of "Gohatemala"
(Don Pedro de Alvarado).
Which is known in the first cathedral in Central America and
part of the conqueror of Guatemala Palacio Pedro de Alvarado.
Macadamia nut plantation (Valhalla).
San Antonio Aguas Calientes: Cakchiquel-speaking Indian village,
known for the manufacture of most beautiful textiles of
Guatemala.
The cathedral and ruins of the main palace of the Bishop
Francisco Marroquín.
The San Francisco el Grande church and monastery.
Inside is a museum of Hermano Pedro.
The Church of Our Lady of Mercy.
Jade Museum "House of Jade" in which he has an expert local
guide, who explains about the most precious stone by the Maya on
a tour of the museum and factory.
And return to the hotel at the afternoon.
Day 2
Early morning departure to the Pacaya Volcano.
The Pacaya volcano is one of
the four active volcanoes that have Guatemala, being the only Latin
American country that has this feature.
The Pacaya volcano is in a park which was
declared a National Park on July 20, 1963 by government decree.
Has been visited by many tourists from different parts of the world
who are amazed with the large amount of lava emerging from the
center of the earth and also by the number of expeditions that are
carried out, which makes it one of the most visited sites
.
At the same time can enjoy a number of animals and
plants that live around it which makes it a unique place with so
much convergence of species.
Climb down in the
morning and afternoon and return to the city of Antigua Guatemala to
the hotel.
Day 3
Free day in the city of Antigua
Guatemala,
You can visit the craft market and
cultural sites of interest are found throughout the Antigua
Guatemala, which make this city the ideal place to spend time, enjoy
a coffee and watch this city that holds so much magic.
At the afternoon return to Guatemala city.
Two nights at Antigua.
TOUR
ANTIGUA - PANAJACHEL - CHICHICASTENANGO
4 Days 3 Nights
Day 1
City tour in Antigua Guatemala,
with specialized guide.
The tour includes the next sites:
San Juan del Obispo: We visit the palace and the square of
Bishop Francisco Marroquín.
San Pedro las Huertas: In which we visit the public square and
there is one of the most beautiful public laundries Guatemala
and the recently restored Church of San Pedro.
Old Town: Known as the second capital o the kingdom of "Gohatemala"
(Don Pedro de Alvarado).
Which is known in the first cathedral in Central America and
part of the conqueror of Guatemala Palacio Pedro de Alvarado.
Macadamia nut plantation (Valhalla).
San Antonio Aguas Calientes: Cakchiquel-speaking Indian village,
known for the manufacture of most beautiful textiles of
Guatemala.
The cathedral and ruins of the main palace of the Bishop
Francisco Marroquín.
The San Francisco el Grande church and monastery.
Inside is a museum of Hermano Pedro.
The Church of Our Lady of Mercy.
Jade Museum "House of Jade" in which he has an expert local
guide, who explains about the most precious stone by the Maya on
a tour of the museum and factory.
Day 2
Departure
from
the City of Antigua Guatemala, Panajachel, Boat Tour through three
towns around the lake.
The tour boat on the lake includes the visit of three
villages: San Pedro La Laguna, Santiago Atitlan and San Antonio
Palopo.
The tour begins at 8:30 am and ends in the afternoon, and during
which you will have lunch in any of the villages.
The tour will be able to observe the weavers produce
different costumes and variety of crafts and Guatemalan coffee.
Day 3
Departure from Panajachel to the
Tarrales Finca.
In Finca Los Tarrales, can observe a great variety of
birds typical of the wild-type region and for the specialized guided
tour you can see a wide variety is not cultivated exotic plants are
also very striking qeu or that make this estate a place
charm and
natural wealth.
At the afternoon
return to Panajachel.
Day 4
Departure from Panajachel to
Chichicastenango, and return to the capital city.
