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Guatemala

Antigua Cobblestones, Lake Atitlán Volcanos & Tikal Mayan Pyramids

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3 Focus Cities Antigua Guatemala, Lake Atitlán (Panajachel & San Juan), Flores & Tikal (Petén)
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Trip Inclusions Excursions Only (No Hotel/Flights)
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4 Travel Styles Adventure • Heritage • Family With Kids • Age 65+
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Duration 5 Days / 4 Nights Per Route
3 Distinct City Routes

3 Curated 5-Day / 4-Night Routes in Guatemala

Select any route below to view its 5-day daily itinerary tailored for Adventurous, Sightseeing, Family With Kids, and Age 65+ travelers.

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Antigua Guatemala Route 1 • 5D / 4N

Route 1: Antigua Guatemala (5 Days / 4 Nights)

🏨 5-Star Hotel: Hotel Casa Santo Domingo Museum Hotel
Package Price $3,735
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Lake Atitlán (Panajachel & San Juan) Route 2 • 5D / 4N

Route 2: Lake Atitlán (Panajachel & San Juan) (5 Days / 4 Nights)

🏨 5-Star Hotel: Casa Palopó Relais & Châteaux Lake Atitlan
Package Price $4,695
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Flores & Tikal (Petén) Route 3 • 5D / 4N

Route 3: Flores & Tikal (Petén) (5 Days / 4 Nights)

🏨 5-Star Hotel: Las Lagunas Boutique Hotel Flores
Package Price $4,055
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Trip Inclusions Notice: All curated itineraries include guided daily excursions, entrance admissions, and private specialist tours only. Trips do not include flight or hotel accommodation.
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5-Day Curated Excursion Itineraries for Guatemala

Select your route and preferred travel style above to display tailored daily activities and authentic excursions. Please note: trips include daily excursions only and do not include flight or hotel accommodation.

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Route 1: Antigua Guatemala (5 Days / 4 Nights) • 🧗 Adventurous Itinerary

Focus City: Antigua Guatemala • 5 Days of Indicated Excursions & Activities (Flights & Hotel Accommodation Not Included)

Package Price
$3,735

📅 Day 1: Antigua Guatemala Arrival & Citadels — Santa Catalina Arch Iconic Yellow Landmark Volcano Agua View & Panoramic Horizons

5 Daily Excursions
Antigua Guatemala High-Ridge Trail: Panoramic Summit Ascent & Scenic Lookouts
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 1
Antigua Guatemala High-Ridge Trail: Panoramic Summit Ascent & Scenic Lookouts

An energetic morning climb along the scenic mountain ridges overlooking Antigua Guatemala. Tackle rocky elevation trails, scramble to panoramic vantage points, and take in unhindered panoramic horizons with an expert mountain docent.

Excursion Length ⏱ 3.5 Hours
Antigua Guatemala Backcountry Gorge & Wilderness Scramble Expedition
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 2
Antigua Guatemala Backcountry Gorge & Wilderness Scramble Expedition

Venture off the beaten path into the rugged gorges, rocky canyons, and backcountry terrain bordering Antigua Guatemala. Experience wild geological formations, steep elevation gains, and untamed nature.

Excursion Length ⏱ 2.5 Hours
Antigua Guatemala Twilight Ridge Trek: Sunset Summit & Flame-Grilled Mountain Feast
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 3
Antigua Guatemala Twilight Ridge Trek: Sunset Summit & Flame-Grilled Mountain Feast

Active twilight hike to an elevated sunset bluff overlooking Antigua Guatemala, followed by an authentic dinner featuring regional flame-grilled specialties and rustic outdoor hospitality.

Excursion Length ⏱ 4 Hours
Antigua Guatemala Forest Canopy Traverse & Suspension Bridge Trek
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 4
Antigua Guatemala Forest Canopy Traverse & Suspension Bridge Trek

Hike along elevated canopy walkways suspended over lush forest basins, crossing swaying suspension bridges with certified wilderness specialists.

Excursion Length ⏱ 2 Hours
Antigua Guatemala Sunset Rock Scramble & Stargazing Preparation
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 5
Antigua Guatemala Sunset Rock Scramble & Stargazing Preparation

Scramble across granite or volcanic rock formations as dusk settles over Antigua Guatemala, preparing for high-elevation stargazing away from light pollution.

Excursion Length ⏱ 1.5 Hours

📅 Day 2: Antigua Guatemala Natural Landscapes & Waters — Casa Santo Domingo Monastery Crypts Silver Archaeological Museum & Coastal Trails

7 Daily Excursions
Casa Santo Domingo Monastery Crypts Silver Archaeological Museum: Rugged Scenic Trail & Geological Terrain Scramble
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Casa Santo Domingo Monastery Crypts Silver Archaeological Museum: Rugged Scenic Trail & Geological Terrain Scramble

Active outdoor expedition exploring Casa Santo Domingo Monastery Crypts Silver Archaeological Museum in Antigua Guatemala. Navigate dramatic natural paths, unique geological formations, and exhilarating terrain with an experienced wilderness guide.

Excursion Length ⏱ 4 Hours
Antigua Guatemala Watersport & River Expedition: Guided Kayaking & Waterway Discovery
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Antigua Guatemala Watersport & River Expedition: Guided Kayaking & Waterway Discovery

Paddle through crystalline waters or winding scenic riverways near Antigua Guatemala, navigating hidden grottos, natural rock arches, and secluded pebble inlets.

Excursion Length ⏱ 3 Hours
Antigua Guatemala Sunset Overlook Trek: Panoramic Headland Trail & Craft Brewery Flight
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 3
Antigua Guatemala Sunset Overlook Trek: Panoramic Headland Trail & Craft Brewery Flight

Invigorating late afternoon hike along dramatic bluffs or hills, concluding at a local microbrewery for refreshing regional craft pints.

Excursion Length ⏱ 2.5 Hours
Antigua Guatemala Coastal Sea Cave & Tidal Pool Exploration
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 4
Antigua Guatemala Coastal Sea Cave & Tidal Pool Exploration

Venture along wave-cut coastal shelves to explore hidden tidal caverns, crystalline marine pools, and geological crevices teeming with marine flora.

Excursion Length ⏱ 2 Hours
Antigua Guatemala Mountain Single-Track E-Bike Trail Run
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 5
Antigua Guatemala Mountain Single-Track E-Bike Trail Run

Experience the thrill of electric mountain biking across winding dirt switchbacks, pine forest trails, and scenic alpine overlooks.

Excursion Length ⏱ 3.5 Hours
Antigua Guatemala Hidden Waterfall Basin Trek & Natural Plunge Swim
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Antigua Guatemala Hidden Waterfall Basin Trek & Natural Plunge Swim

Hike through a lush river gorge to reach a secluded natural waterfall basin, diving into refreshing mountain waters.

Excursion Length ⏱ 1.5 Hours
Antigua Guatemala Twilight Bluff Trail & Wild Herbs Foraging
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 7
Antigua Guatemala Twilight Bluff Trail & Wild Herbs Foraging

Forage fragrant mountain herbs and wild flora along coastal bluffs as the sun sets over the valley.

Excursion Length ⏱ 2 Hours 15 Mins

📅 Day 3: Antigua Guatemala Cultural Heritage & Traditions — La Merced Church Baroque Yellow Facade Giant Fountain & Mountain Sanctuaries

6 Daily Excursions
Antigua Guatemala Mountain Bike Safari: Rugged Single-Track & Forest Ridge Descent
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Antigua Guatemala Mountain Bike Safari: Rugged Single-Track & Forest Ridge Descent

Gear up for a thrilling guided mountain bike expedition carving through pine forests, rocky gravel ridges, and dramatic switchbacks surrounding Antigua Guatemala.

Excursion Length ⏱ 3.5 Hours
Antigua Guatemala Vertical Challenge: Via Ferrata Cliff Climb & Canopy Zip-Line
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 2
Antigua Guatemala Vertical Challenge: Via Ferrata Cliff Climb & Canopy Zip-Line

Tackle sheer rock faces or soar above virgin forest canopies on an exhilarating aerial zip-line course with certified alpine climbing instructors.

Excursion Length ⏱ 2 Hours
Antigua Guatemala Stargazing Wilderness Trek: High-Plateau Night Hike & Campfire
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Antigua Guatemala Stargazing Wilderness Trek: High-Plateau Night Hike & Campfire

Trek under a starlit sky to an isolated high-plateau observation point far from city lights, gathering around an open campfire for hot regional infusions.

Excursion Length ⏱ 4.5 Hours
Antigua Guatemala Alpine River Canyoneering & Rocky Rapids Scramble
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 4
Antigua Guatemala Alpine River Canyoneering & Rocky Rapids Scramble

Navigate crystal-clear mountain streams, scramble through granite gorges, and swim across hidden natural emerald pools with expert gear.

Excursion Length ⏱ 3 Hours
Antigua Guatemala High-Elevation Pass Trek with Panoramic Valley Views
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 5
Antigua Guatemala High-Elevation Pass Trek with Panoramic Valley Views

Hike along a historic alpine mountain pass with towering rocky peaks and dramatic sweeping vistas across three distinct valleys.

Excursion Length ⏱ 2.5 Hours
Antigua Guatemala Off-Road Dirt Track Challenge & Forest Lookout
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 6
Antigua Guatemala Off-Road Dirt Track Challenge & Forest Lookout

Pilot an ATV or 4x4 buggy along rugged forest logging roads, arriving at a sheer cliff lookout with expansive panoramic horizon views.

Excursion Length ⏱ 1.5 Hours

📅 Day 4: Antigua Guatemala Maritime Bastions & Ateliers — Cerro de la Cruz Panoramic Hilltop Viewpoint over Antigua & Secluded Bays

5 Daily Excursions
Antigua Guatemala Deep Wilderness Trek: Native Wildlife Tracking & Eco-Reserve Safari
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Antigua Guatemala Deep Wilderness Trek: Native Wildlife Tracking & Eco-Reserve Safari

Immerse in the protected nature reserves of Antigua Guatemala. Track native wildlife, learn wilderness survival foraging from local trackers, and hike through pristine flora.

Excursion Length ⏱ 4 Hours
Antigua Guatemala Aquatic Thrill: Stand-Up Paddleboarding & Coastal Drift Safari
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 2
Antigua Guatemala Aquatic Thrill: Stand-Up Paddleboarding & Coastal Drift Safari

Test your core strength navigating open tidal waters, tranquil bays, or river currents under the direction of an experienced outdoor waterman.

Excursion Length ⏱ 2.5 Hours
Antigua Guatemala Rugged Shoreline Hike: Rocky Headland Sunset & Fresh Catch Barbecue
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Antigua Guatemala Rugged Shoreline Hike: Rocky Headland Sunset & Fresh Catch Barbecue

Trek along wave-battered shoreline boulders or mountain rims as the sun dips below the horizon, dining at a rustic grill on fresh local specialties cooked over charcoal.

Excursion Length ⏱ 3 Hours
Antigua Guatemala Extreme Coastal Cliff Jump & Coasteering Session
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Antigua Guatemala Extreme Coastal Cliff Jump & Coasteering Session

For thrill-seekers: traverse sea cliffs, jump into deep turquoise ocean pools, and navigate tidal surges with certified coasteering guides.

Excursion Length ⏱ 1.5 Hours
Antigua Guatemala Hinterland Gravel Bike Expedition through Forest Groves
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 5
Antigua Guatemala Hinterland Gravel Bike Expedition through Forest Groves

Pedal gravel endurance bikes through scenic countryside lanes, rural olive groves, and remote mountain hamlets.

Excursion Length ⏱ 3.5 Hours

📅 Day 5: Antigua Guatemala Grand Finale & Alpine Summits — Pacaya Active Volcano Toasting Marshmallows on Lava Rock & Farewell Degustation Gala

7 Daily Excursions
Antigua Guatemala Peak Challenge: Summit Ascent & Alpine Sunrise Panorama
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Antigua Guatemala Peak Challenge: Summit Ascent & Alpine Sunrise Panorama

The crown adventure: an early-morning push to the highest geographic peak overlooking Antigua Guatemala, rewarding intrepid hikers with 360-degree sunrise panoramas.

Excursion Length ⏱ 4.5 Hours
Antigua Guatemala All-Terrain Buggy Challenge: Mud & Gravel Hinterland Safari
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Antigua Guatemala All-Terrain Buggy Challenge: Mud & Gravel Hinterland Safari

Pilot a high-performance off-road buggy across challenging gravel trails, muddy mountain switchbacks, or river crossings in the rugged hinterlands of Antigua Guatemala.

Excursion Length ⏱ 3 Hours
Antigua Guatemala Adrenaline Finale: Sunset Bluff Gathering & Celebratory Feast
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Antigua Guatemala Adrenaline Finale: Sunset Bluff Gathering & Celebratory Feast

Celebrate a week of active exploration from a scenic mountain bluff, enjoying local barbecue, vintage mountain ciders, and stories of the trails conquered.

Excursion Length ⏱ 2.5 Hours
Antigua Guatemala Downhill Wilderness Trail Sprint & Canyon Vista Run
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 4
Antigua Guatemala Downhill Wilderness Trail Sprint & Canyon Vista Run

An exhilarating descent through alpine switchbacks and canyon overlooks, concluding at a rustic trailside refuge.

Excursion Length ⏱ 2 Hours
Antigua Guatemala Mountain Lake Stand-Up Paddle Challenge & Alpine Dip
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 5
Antigua Guatemala Mountain Lake Stand-Up Paddle Challenge & Alpine Dip

Paddle across a mirror-still high mountain lake surrounded by sheer cliffs, taking an invigorating refreshing dip in pure alpine waters.

Excursion Length ⏱ 3.5 Hours
Antigua Guatemala Extreme Zip-Line Circuit Soaring over Forest Canopies
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 6
Antigua Guatemala Extreme Zip-Line Circuit Soaring over Forest Canopies

Fly over deep mountain ravines and lush forest canopies at 60 km/h on an interconnected tandem zipline circuit.

Excursion Length ⏱ 1.5 Hours
Antigua Guatemala Farewell High-Peak Campfire Toast & Barbecue Banquet
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 7
Antigua Guatemala Farewell High-Peak Campfire Toast & Barbecue Banquet

Raise a glass of local craft spirit around an alpine firepit, savoring whole-roasted lamb, pork, or vegetables under a blanket of stars.

Excursion Length ⏱ 4 Hours 15 Mins
✨ 5-Day Curated Route Complete

Ready to Plan or Customize Your Guatemala Journey?

Our bespoke travel specialists can tailor daily excursions, arrange private specialist guides, or customize activity timings for Route 1: Antigua Guatemala (5 Days / 4 Nights). Please note: all packages include curated excursions only and do not include flight or hotel accommodation.

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Luxury Accommodations

Featured 5-Star Hotels in Guatemala

Suggested luxury accommodations for independent booking. Please note: Trip packages include daily excursions only and do not include flight or hotel accommodation.

Hotel Casa Santo Domingo Museum Hotel ★★★★★ 5-Star Luxury

Hotel Casa Santo Domingo Museum Hotel

📍 Focus City: Antigua Guatemala

  • ✓ Dedicated 24/7 Concierge
  • ✓ Spa & Wellness Amenities
  • ✓ Gourmet Dining & Breakfast
  • ✓ Prime Landmark Location
Nightly Benchmark $340 /nt
Casa Palopó Relais & Châteaux Lake Atitlan ★★★★★ 5-Star Luxury

Casa Palopó Relais & Châteaux Lake Atitlan

📍 Focus City: Lake Atitlán (Panajachel & San Juan)

  • ✓ Dedicated 24/7 Concierge
  • ✓ Spa & Wellness Amenities
  • ✓ Gourmet Dining & Breakfast
  • ✓ Prime Landmark Location
Nightly Benchmark $580 /nt
Las Lagunas Boutique Hotel Flores ★★★★★ 5-Star Luxury

Las Lagunas Boutique Hotel Flores

📍 Focus City: Flores & Tikal (Petén)

  • ✓ Dedicated 24/7 Concierge
  • ✓ Spa & Wellness Amenities
  • ✓ Gourmet Dining & Breakfast
  • ✓ Prime Landmark Location
Nightly Benchmark $420 /nt
Practical Advisory

Travel Essentials for Guatemala

Helpful insights to plan your 5-day / 4-night luxury journey with confidence.

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Best Time to Visit

Spring and autumn offer optimal weather for cultural sightseeing and outdoor adventures with moderate crowds.

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Currency & Payments

Major credit cards are widely accepted at 5-star properties and restaurants. Having modest local currency for small markets is recommended.

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Getting Around

Private transfers and dedicated chauffeur options are easily arranged by your 5-star hotel concierge for seamless daily excursions.

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Dress & Etiquette

Smart casual attire is ideal for luxury hotels and fine dining. Modest attire covering shoulders and knees is customary for heritage temples.