Guatemala & Beyond
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Tour Overview
Travel from the highlands of Guatemala to coastal El Salvador on a trip all things Central America. Start your adventure with a burst of Guatemalan Maya culture, visiting handicraft markets, shamanic Maya ceremonies and the impressive volcano-lined Lake Atitlan. Then, tuk-tuk through Antigua with the promise of a freshly made tortilla for lunch. Cross the border into Honduras for the UNESCO-listed Copan ruins before a guided tour of a coffee plantation on El Salvador’s Ruta de las Flores (Flower Route). Reach the lively Salvadoran capital and its eye-catching El Rosario rainbow church before wrapping up the adventure on the sunny Pacific coast.
Trip Code: QBSDC
Start
Antigua
End
San Luis la Herradura
Destination
Guatemala
Meals
14 breakfasts, 0 dinners
Transport
Private transport, tuk tuk, Shared boat, Chicken bus
Accommodation
Hotels (14 nights)
Days
15
Max Group Size
Min 1 - Max 16
Min Age
15
Style
Originali
Physical
2i
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Enjoy a scenic boat ride on Lake Atitlan to Santiago Atitlan, where 95% of the population is of Maya descent and meet the shamanic keepers of Maximon.
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Visit the equally colourful but very different markets of Chichicastenango and Almolonga for a slice of daily life in the highlands of Guatemala.
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Explore the hidden cobbled streets of Antigua by tuk-tuk with an expert local guide, visiting sites like the ruins of Santa Clara.
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Learn all about coffee at a local finca along the scenic Ruta de Las Flores, enjoying a tasting and picnic among the hills.
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Kick back and relax on the famous beaches of the Costa del Sol region, ending your trip on the warm sands by the bright waters of the coast.
Day by Day Itinerary
Itinerary
What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
14 breakfasts, 0 dinners
Transport
Private transport, tuk tuk, Shared boat, Chicken bus
Accommodation
Hotels (14 nights)
Included activities
- San Andres Itzapa - San Simon shamanic ceremonies
- Western Highlands - Almolonga vegetable market
- Quetzaltenango - Chicken Bus Experience
- Chichicastenango market visit
- Lake Atitlan - Boat to Santiago Atitlan
Optional activities
Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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