Guatemala Essentials and Acatenango Volcano

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The Acatenango Volcano is one of Guatemala’s most iconic landmarks, not only because of its height and the hiking trail leading to the summit, but also because of the unparalleled view it offers of the Fuego Volcano and the Altiplano—a unique spectacle that impresses all its visitors. This

itinerary captures the very essence of the country with visits to the Altiplano, La Antigua, and Tikal—a tour designed to allow you to leisurely enjoy Guatemala’s most iconic sites.

Departure: Saturday. Service: Regular. Minimum: 2 passengers. Maximum: 16 passengers. Languages: Spanish & Italian.

**The itinerary does not include the round-trip local flight Gua-Frs-Gua (50 lbs checked baggage) per person.

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5Destinos

4Acomodações previstas

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Noites 9

Essa idéia inclui

Destinos 5

Acomodações 4

Day 1 | SAT - Guatemala Airport - Guatemala

Airport pickup and transfer to our hotel in Guatemala City. Overnight stay.

Day 2 | SUN - Guatemala - Chichicastenango - Lake Atitlán

Breakfast. We’ll set out for the Guatemalan highlands, heading to the town of Chichicastenango, where we’ll explore one of the most famous indigenous markets in all of Latin America. Today we’ll take part in an experiential activity: a workshop with local women on corn, Guatemala’s staple food. After the workshop, we’ll continue on to Lake Atitlán, which Huxley described as the most beautiful lake in the world. Overnight stay.

Day 3 | MON - Lake Atitlán - San Juan La Laguna - Santiago Atitlán - Lake Atitlán

Breakfast. Today we’ll take a boat to visit two of the twelve villages surrounding this beautiful lake. We’ll explore the Tzutuhil village of San Juan La Laguna, known for the harmony with which its residents coexist with nature and culture. We’ll continue on to Santiago Atitlán, a village inhabited by Tzutuhil indigenous people who make their living from fishing and handicrafts, though they’re best known as worshippers of a Mayan-Catholic deity they call Maximón. Overnight stay.

Day 4 | TUES - Lake Atitlán - Iximché - La Antigua

Breakfast. We’ll set out for La Antigua Guatemala. On the way, we’ll visit the archaeological site of Iximché, the ancient Mayan capital of the Cakchiquel kingdom. Upon arrival in La Antigua, we’ll tour this colonial city—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—and explore its main streets and monuments. Overnight stay.

Day 5 | WED - La Antigua

Breakfast. We’ll have the day free to enjoy La Antigua, strolling through the cobblestone streets, admiring its historic architectural styles, or relaxing at the hotel. As an optional activity in the morning, we recommend taking a tour to the Pacaya Volcano. Overnight stay.

Day 6 | THU - La Antigua – La Soledad - Acatenango

Breakfast. We’ll depart very early for the La Soledad community, where our ascent of Acatenango Volcano begins—Guatemala’s third-highest volcano, at 3,8755 meters above sea level. Along the way, we’ll pass through cornfields and pine forests typical of the region until we reach the vicinity of our campsite. Once at the summit, we’ll enjoy breathtaking views of the other volcanoes on Guatemala’s high plateau, as well as a spectacular volcanic display if the Fuego Volcano is active.

Day 7 | VIE – Acatenango – La Antigua

Breakfast at the campground. We’ll have the opportunity to hike up to the summit of the volcanic cone to enjoy a 360-degree view from there. The descent to La Antigua takes approximately 3.5 hours. The rest of the afternoon is free. Overnight stay

Day 8 | SAT - La Antigua - Petén

Breakfast. Transfer to the Guatemala City airport for a domestic flight to Petén. Meet and greet, followed by transfer to the hotel. Free afternoon to enjoy the hotel’s facilities and natural surroundings, explore Flores Island, or take an optional excursion to Yaxhá. Overnight stay.

Day 9 | DOM - Petén - Tikal - Guatemala City

Breakfast. Today we will visit the Mayan city of Tikal, the jewel of the Classic Mayan World. Lunch at the archaeological site.

Transfer to the airport for a domestic flight to Guatemala City. Transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay.

Day 10 | MON – Guatemala City – Guatemala City Airport

Breakfast. Transfer to the Guatemala City airport. End of our services.

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Itinerário

Dia 1: Cidade da Guatemala

Dia 2: Cidade da Guatemala, Lago Atitlan

Dia 3: Lago Atitlan

Dia 4: Lago Atitlan, Antigua Guatemala

Dia 5: Antigua Guatemala

Dia 6: Antigua Guatemala, Vulcão Acatenango

Dia 7: Vulcão Acatenango, Antigua Guatemala

Dia 8: Antigua Guatemala, Peten

Dia 9: Peten, Cidade da Guatemala

Dia 10: Cidade da Guatemala

Incluído

Alojamiento en hoteles indicados o similares.
Asignación en habitación estándar.
Desayuno americano o boxbreakfast cuando por logística operativa se requiera.
Almuerzo en tour de Tikal. Bebidas no incluidas.
Entradas a los sitios en visitas incluidas.
Guías bilingües.
Transporte.
Lancha para visita de pueblos en Lago Atitlán.
Propinas e impuestos locales.
Servicios en regular

Tour Volcán Acatenango

- Guía local experimentado de la comunidad de La

- Soledad.

- Transporte de ida y vuelta desde la Antigua

- Entrada al parque.

- Almuerzo tipo picnic, cena y desayuno recién preparados

- + jugo/café/té y refrigerios

- Bolsas de dormir

- Almohadillas para dormir

- Tiendas de campaña de gran altura

- 01 cargador que carga un peso máximo de 30 libras

- Servicios en regular

Excluídos

Visitas indicadas como opcionales.
Comidas o cenas no indicadas en itinerario.
Servicios no mencionados.
Programa no incluye vuelo local RT Gua-Frs-Gua (50 lbs equipaje facturado) p.pax.

Tour Volcán Acatenango

- Mochila de gran capacidad (50 L) con protector de lluvia.

- Artículos de aseo personal y/o medicamentos

- Cámara, gorra, lentes de sol y bloqueador solar

- Un mínimo de 4 litros de agua (un poco más de 1 galón)

- Linterna

- Botas de montaña o zapatos de trekking (no sandalias)

- Una capa de abrigo y/o cortavientos

- Chubasquero (mayo a octubre)

- Ropa de clima frío para temperaturas nocturnas cercanas al punto de congelación en el campamento