Tours and Trips in Central Highlands

Explore the beautiful Spanish-colonial architecture and beautiful setting of Antigua during this 8-hour day trip. This UNESCO World Heritage-listed city offers a wealth of historic monasteries, churches and monuments to explore, all set among a landscape of towering volcanoes and cobblestone streets. During your trip you'll visit a number of town's most important buildings, check out some of the surrounding villages and have time to shop for souvenirs inspired by the ancient Maya. Your Antigua day trip also includes a guide and round-trip hotel transport.

Take a walk on the wild side during a memorable visit to La Aurora Zoo (Parque Zoológico La Aurora). Check out animals from Africa, Asia, Patagonia and Guatemala as you wander and relax in this unique destination. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Guatemala City included.

Without a guided tour of Guatemala City, you might overlook the many museums, historical monuments, and public plazas that make Guatemala's capital city a thriving cultural hub. This guided tour introduces you to must-see Guatemala City attractions like Plaza Mayor with the convenience of included transportation - one of the biggest deterrents from exploring on your own - plus includes loads of information about Guatemala's history and culture from a certified tour guide.

Chichicastenango is part of the main tourist routes of the country, since in this place you can admire the different traditions and cultural displays, the religious faith of the indigenous Quich es and their ceremonies in special places, where offerings and petitions are made invoking God, Jesus Christ, Saints of the Catholic Church, spirits of the ancestors.  The Lake Atitlan is a beutiful place where the people live around of the lake, the Lake has 12 little villages and we will visit San Marcos La Laguna form Panajachel, where the visitor have the opportunity to jump over 8 metter and do Kayak for one hour (It is neccesary know to swim). In Antigua Guatemala we will visit the most interesting sites: Churches and other colonial buildings. Transfer to Guatemala City.

Located just one hour away from Guatemala City, this is the most visited destiny because of its history and its cultural beauty. The city of Santiago de los Caballeros is a colonial city, founded in 1543, which was the administrative, political and religious center of Chiapas and Central America until the year 1773.

Take an unexpected excursion through Guatemala City, discovering its unique mid-century architecture, bustling markets and fascinating museums, during this 8-hour excursion. Start with driving tour of city's main avenues and its National Palace before admiring Guatemala City's collection of 50s and 60s architecture like the Supreme Court Building and City Hall. During your visit you'll also get a taste for daily life and shop for souvenirs at the city's central market and explore Guatemalan history at the National Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology. Your Guatemala City trip includes a guide, entrance fees and round-trip hotel transport.

Visit behind the walls of this UNESCO site of Antigua Guatemala with expert guide Elizabeth Bell, 25 years operating. Meet at the fountain in the Central Park and focus on the city's history, cultural trends and restoration efforts. With spectacular views of the valley and the volcanoes that surround it, learn about Guatemala past and present.

Immerse yourself in the colonial history of Antigua, plus the idyllic landscape of small villages and farms just outside of town, on this 8-hour excursion. Explore the centuries-old traditions of the tiny hamlets like San Antonio Aguas Calientes, Ciudad Vieja and San Juan del Obispo just outside of Antigua, where you'll also stop to visit a macadamia nut plantation. Then tread the cobblestone streets of Antigua on foot, visiting city landmarks including the Arch of Santa Catalina, Cathedral of San Jose and much more. This Antigua small villages and walking tour also covers a guide, and round-trip hotel transport.

FOR GUATEMALA CITY: On this tour you can appreciate the main cultural, residential, commercial, and economical infrastructure of the city. There will be a panoramic journey of the most important streets and avenues of the city, like the "Centro Cívico," and its surroundings.FOR ANTIGUA: Located just one hour away from Guatemala City, Antigua is the most visited destination because of its history and its cultural beauty. The city of "Santiago de los Caballeros" is a colonial city, founded in 1543, which was the administrative, political and religious center of Chiapas and Central America until the year 1773.  

Immerse yourself in the colonial history of Antigua and the idyllic landscape of the small villages and farms just outside of town on this 10-hour excursion from Guatemala City. Explore the centuries-old traditions of tiny hamlets like San Antonio Aguas Calientes, Ciudad Vieja and San Juan del Obispo just outside of Antigua, where you'll also stop to visit a macadamia nut plantation. Then tread the cobblestone streets of Antigua on foot, visiting city landmarks including the Arch of Santa Catalina, Cathedral of San Jose and much more. This Antigua small villages and walking tour also covers lunch (optional), a guide, and round-trip hotel transport.

Swap the bustle of Guatemala City for the serene vistas of Lake Atitlan (Lake Atitlan) on this full-day tour, including hotel pick-up. Admire the trio of volcanoes that stand watch over the lake - Volcan San Pedro, Volcan Atitlan and Volcan Toliman - as you cruise across Lake Atitlan and explore the lakeside villages. Shop for handicrafts and unique souvenirs in lively Panajachel, tuck into a typical Guatemalan lunch at a local restaurant (own expense) and witness the culture and traditions of the Tzutujil people in Santiago de Atitlán.

Discover the lively highland culture and beautiful scenery of Guatemala during this 12-hour visit to Chichicastenango and Lake Atitlan from Guatemala City. Start by checking out the colonial architecture and sprawling market of Chichicastenango, where vendors hawk everything from colorful handicrafts to candles, food and machetes. You'll then have a chance to explore the picturesque town of Panjachel on the volcano-rimmed shores of Lake Atitlan. Your Chichicastenango and Lake Atitlan trip includes a guide, optional lunch upgrade and round-trip hotel transport.

Experience the buzzing capital of Guatemala on this 3-hour afternoon sightseeing tour of Guatemala City, including hotel pick-up. Get your bearings in Central America's biggest city, as you follow your guide around landmarks like the Avenue of the Americas, Constitution Plaza and the Metropolitan Cathedral. Learn more about the city's rich history and heritage as you admire the murals and mosaics of the Bank of Guatemala, browse for handicrafts at the bustling Central Market.

Delight in the scenic splendor of Lake Atitlán, and the charming villages that surround it, on a full-day trip from Antigua. Travel to Guatemala's western highlands to observe virtually unchanged Mayan traditions, and then sail on the glittering surface of Lake Atitlán. Absorb the vibrant colors of lakeside settlements, Panajachel and Santiago, and delve into the region's rich history with your guide. Lunch and round-trip transport from your Guatemala City hotel are included on this small-group tour, limited to 15 people.

Discover the lively highland culture and beautiful scenery of Guatemala during this full-day visit to Chichicastenango and Lake Atitlan from Antigua. Start by checking out the colonial architecture and sprawling market of Chichicastenango, where vendors hawk everything from colorful handicrafts to candles, food and machetes. You'll then have a chance to explore the picturesque town of Panjachel on the volcano-rimmed shores of Lake Atitlan. Your Chichicastenango and Lake Atitlan trip includes a guide and round-trip hotel transport.

Immerse yourself in the ancient Mayan heritage and fascinating traditions of Guatemala during this 6-hour day trip to the villages of San Antonio and Santa Catarina. Explore the indigenous artisan traditions of the towns near Lake Atitlan as you tour local textile and craft cooperatives and then visit a ceramics studio. Then participate in Mayan rituals as you learn about the Protection Fire Ceremony and take part in an optional hike along the lake's edge. Your trip also includes a guide and round-trip hotel transport from Panjachel and Santa Catarina.

Plan your day at Irtra Mundo Petapa theme park in Guatemala City by booking your tickets in advance. Pick up your tickets from the theme park office when you arrive - a great choice for visitors making the most of a layover or coming directly from the nearby airport. Or, opt to have the tickets dropped off at your Guatemala City or Antigua hotel so that you can squeeze in more time on the rides.

Plan your day at the Aurora Zoo in Guatemala City by booking your tickets in advance. Pick up your tickets from the zoo office when you arrive - a great choice for visitors making the most of a layover or coming directly from the nearby airport. Or, opt to have the tickets dropped off at your Guatemala City or Antigua hotel so that you can squeeze in more time with the animals.

Get a taste for the sublime scenery and fascinating indigenous markets of Guatemala during this day trip to Chichicastenango and Lake Atitlan from Guatemala City or Antigua. Check out the highland town of Chichicastenango, home to a community of indigenous residents, a colorful market and local shamans performing ancient Mayan rituals. You'll then explore the shores of Lake Atitlan, a one-of-a-kind lake ringed by a collection of magnificent volcanoes. This Chichicastenango and Lake Atitlan day trip includes a guide and round-trip hotel transport.

Explore the fascinating Spanish and Mayan history of Guatemala on this family-friendly 8-hour tour to Iximch e and colonial Antigua. Wander the atmospheric archaeological site of Iximch e to discover the history of the Mayans. Then head to Antigua, former colonial capital, where you'll visit the San Francisco Church, Calle del Arco, La Merced Church and the central plaza. Your excursion also includes round-trip transportation from your hotel, a guide and all entrance fees.