Mayans & Markets
• Chichicastenango Markets • Lake Atitlan • Antigua • Mayan ruins of Tikal
PRICE FROM | DURATION | |
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NZD
$3,555
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Days
9
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Nights
8
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PRICE FROM | DURATION | |
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NZD
$3,555
|
Days
9
|
Nights
8
|
Introduction
Guatemala is blessed with great natural beauty, rich culture and fascinating history.
On this journey you will see perhaps the most impressive of all Mayan ruins, the mysterious city of Tikal set deep in the jungle; visit the beautiful Lake Atitlan; haggle at the colourful Indian markets all topped off with visits to historic Spanish colonial towns.
Itinerary
Day 1 : Guatemala City
You will be met and transferred to your hotel.
Day 2 : Guatemala City > Chichicastenango
Depart for the charming town of Chichicastenango and visit the famous, colourful market.
Day 3 : Chichicastenango > Lake Atitlan
Depart for Lake Atitlan, an immense lake, which sparkles in the sunlight surrounded by mountains and volcanoes. Visit the Indian market at Solala and travel to Lake Atitlan and stay right on the lake. Here you will be surrounded by beautiful mountains. Witness traditional village life of the fishermen, and indigenous women washing clothes on the banks of the lake.
Day 4 : Lake Atitlan > Antigua
Around 9:00 am, join the launch excursion to the lake side village of San Juan La Laguna, famous for its murals depicting aspects of Tz’utujil life and legend. Continue to Antigua for overnight accommodations.
Day 5 : Antigua > Guatemala City
Enjoy a walking tour to learn how Antigua was an important city in Spanish colonial times, and still boasts wonderful colonial architecture. Return to Guatemala City.
Day 6 : Guatemala City > Flores
Early flight to Flores. On arrival, visit the classic Maya period archaeological site of Ceibal. Return to your Flores lakeside hotel to stay two nights.
Day 7 : Yaxha & Topoxte
A day to experience Yaxha, third largest Mayan site in Guatemala and home to 9 plazas and some 500 structures including palaces, temples and ball courts. Later travel by boat to Topoxte, another classical site. Enjoy great jungle scenery mixed with history before you overnight in Flores.
Day 8 : Flores > Tikal > Guatemala City
Finish with the world famous Mayan ruins of Tikal where towering temples rise above the jungle and the ancient trees are home to howler monkeys, parrots and toucans. A UNESCO World Heritage listed site declared for its extraordinary biodiversity and archaeological importance, this will be an experience you will never forget. Return to Guatemala City.
Day 9 : Guatemala City
Transfer to the airport.
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Pricing
Pricing (per person), NZD
TYPE |
TWIN from |
SINGLE from |
EXTRA from |
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2024 | |||
Shared Basis | |||
1 Jan – 31 Dec |
NZ$3,555 |
NZ$4,260 |
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Private Basis | |||
1 Jan – 31 Dec |
NZ$5,160 |
NZ$8,360 |
Departs
Wednesday’s and Saturday's, year-round |
Sunday's, year-round (slight itinerary variation) |
Included
- Tailor-made journey
- 8 nights’ accommodation
- 8 breakfasts and 3 lunches
- Meet & Greet at Guatemala La Aurora International Airport
- Transfers as per the itinerary
- Sightseeing as per the itinerary
- Entrance fees as per the itinerary
- Flight Guatemala City > Flores > Guatemala City
- Local English-speaking guides
- Porterage
Not Included
Gratuities
Important Notes
- On the group tour, the pricing is based on a minimum of 2 travellers
- On the group tour, the single price is based on travelling with others in your party
- Group tour includes private transfers on Day 1 and Day 9 and shared tours on all other days
- Private tour includes private services throughout
- Accommodation upgrades are available on this itinerary
- Supplements apply in high season, Easter, Christmas, and other national holidays
- Chichicastenango markets are on every Thursday and Sunday
- The luggage restriction for the domestic flight is 9 kg checked and 4.5 kg carry-on per person
Please refer to World Journeys terms & conditions
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