Included on Day 2
Pacaya Volcano Active Trek
Walk up from the volcano base with a local guide and continue toward Lake Atitlan after the experience.
Guatemala Discovery
Small Group Adventure
Overview
Partially GuidedGuides for included activities
11 days / 10 nightsComplete Guatemala Discovery route
2 - 12 peopleMinimum and maximum group size
Physical rate: 3/5Moderate activity with walking and transfers
Tourist bus / shared minivanTransportation
Lake AtitlanBoat transportation
Route Map
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Itinerary
Guatemala Discovery is an 11 day small group adventure through organized hotels, local activities, local guides and local transport. Explore Antigua, Lake Atitlan and San Jorge La Laguna, climb Pacaya Volcano, enjoy Semuc Champey, visit the Mayan temples of Tikal and finish with Rio Dulce.
Day 1GuatemalaGuatemala City - Antigua
Arrival day and transfer
Your driver meets you at La Aurora International Airport or your Guatemala City hotel and transfers you to Antigua. Settle in and enjoy the colonial atmosphere beneath the surrounding volcanoes.
Accommodation: AntiguaTransport: Private transfer
Day 2GuatemalaAntigua - Pacaya Volcano - Lake Atitlan
Volcano trek and highland transfer
Start with pickup from your hotel or hostel and travel to the base of Pacaya Volcano. Walk with a local guide for around two hours through lava-field scenery, then return to Antigua and continue toward Panajachel on Lake Atitlan.
Activity: Pacaya Volcano trekTransport: Shared minivanAccommodation: Panajachel
Day 3Lake AtitlanPanajachel - San Jorge La Laguna
Lake villages and Mayan home stay
At 09:00 AM take a shared boat activity across Lake Atitlan to visit Mayan communities such as San Juan La Laguna and San Pedro La Laguna. Later return to Panajachel and continue to San Jorge La Laguna for a family home stay experience.
Activity: Lake Atitlan boat tripAccommodation: Mayan home stayTransport: Boat and local transfer
Day 4HighlandsPanajachel - Chichicastenango - Antigua
Traditional market day
At 8:00 AM travel from San Jorge La Laguna to Chichicastenango Market, one of Guatemala's largest traditional markets. Spend time shopping, bargaining and meeting local Mayan sellers before returning to Antigua.
Activity: Chichicastenango MarketTransport: Shared minivanAccommodation: Antigua
Day 5GuatemalaAntigua - Lanquin - Semuc Champey
Travel into the central highlands
Transfer from your Antigua hotel toward Lanquin, the gateway area for Semuc Champey. This is a full travel day by shared transport with technical stops along the way.
Transport: Shared minivanAccommodation: Lanquin area
Day 6Semuc ChampeyLanquin - Kanba caves & Semuc Champey
Caves, river and natural pools
Meet your local guide at the hotel reception for a full day around Kanba Caves and Semuc Champey. Explore the cave area, then relax in the crystal natural pools surrounded by tropical forest.
Activity: Kanba CavesActivity: Semuc Champey poolsAccommodation: Lanquin area
Day 7PetenLanquin - Semuc Champey - Flores
Travel to Flores
Leave Lanquin by shared van and travel north toward Flores in the Peten region. This is a long travel day with technical stops before arriving near Lake Peten Itza.
Transport: Shared minivanAccommodation: Flores
Day 8Maya WorldFlores - Tikal Park experience
Ancient temples in the jungle
Your driver meets you at the hotel for an early transfer to Tikal Park. Arrive early for the jungle atmosphere, wildlife sounds and Mayan temple experience before returning to Flores.
Activity: Tikal Park experienceTransport: Tourist transferAccommodation: Flores
Day 9Caribbean GuatemalaFlores - Rio Dulce
Road to the river
At 06:00 AM ride by shared minivan from Flores to Rio Dulce. Arrive near the river and use the rest of the day to relax at your hotel or explore the waterfront area.
Transport: Shared minivanAccommodation: Rio Dulce
Day 10Rio DulceRio Dulce to Livingston by own
Free day and optional river journey
Free day in Rio Dulce. Optional activities include taking a boat to visit Livingston, which can be coordinated with your package tour leader.
Optional activity: Livingston boat tripAccommodation: Rio Dulce
Day 11GuatemalaRio Dulce to Antigua
Final transfer
Take the shared minivan ride from Rio Dulce back to Antigua as the final transfer of the trip. Arrive in Antigua and continue with your onward plans.
Transport: Shared minivanFinish: Antigua
What's included
Accommodation
- Antigua: Hotel Los Bucaros
- Panajachel: Hotel Kaqchikel or Hotel Texel
- San Jorge La Laguna: Mayan Home Stay
- Lanquin: Hotel El Retiro Lodge
- Flores: Hotel Casa Amelia o Similar
- Rio Dulce: Hotel Hacienda Tijax
- 10 Days Nights.
Tours & Activities
- Mayan Home Stay
- Pacaya Trek
- Lake Atitlan boat trip
- Semuc champey Cascades
- Tikal Ruins
- Rio Dulce.
Guide
- Mayan Home Stay
- Pacaya Trek
- Lake Atitlan boat trip
- Semuc champey Cascades
- Tikal Ruins
- Rio Dulce.
Transport
- Shared Minivan and Tourist Bus
- Boat transportation: Lake Atitlan
- Start / End: Guatemala City hotel or International Airport
What's Excluded
TipsNot included
Travel InsuranceNot included
MealsNot included
SouvenirsNot included
Borders FeesNot included
International flightsNot included
Personal expensesNot included
The real moments included in Guatemala Discovery
Included on Day 3
Lake Atitlan Boat Trip
Visit Mayan communities around the lake, including San Juan La Laguna and San Pedro La Laguna.
Included on Day 3
Mayan Home Stay
Continue to San Jorge La Laguna for a family home stay and a closer look at local Mayan life.
Included on Day 4
Chichicastenango Market
Shop, bargain and connect with local Mayan sellers at one of Guatemala's largest traditional markets.
Included on Day 6
Semuc Champey Pools
Experience Kanba Caves and relax in the crystal natural pools of Semuc Champey with a local guide.
Included on Day 8
Tikal Park Experience
Arrive early for the jungle atmosphere, wildlife and Mayan temple experience inside Tikal Park.
Select Date
From Guatemala City / AntiguaCheck Availability
To Antigua11 days / 10 nights
USD 1000
Guatemala Discovery
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Guatemala City / Antigua
Guatemala City / Antigua
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Antigua, Guatemala
Antigua, Guatemala
Guatemala Discovery Trip Notes
Trip pace
- Guatemala Discovery is a 11-day route focused on Antigua, Guatemala City, Pacaya Volcano, Lake Atitlan, Panajachel, San Jorge La Laguna, Chichicastenango.
- Expect several travel days between regions; keep luggage light and allow flexibility for road, weather and local operating conditions.
- The route mixes Lake Atitlan, Panajachel with Semuc Champey, Lanquin, Tikal, so weather and terrain change quickly.
What to bring
- Pack comfortable walking shoes, rain jacket, sun protection, light jacket for boat rides, plus dry bag or plastic pouch, swimwear, insect repellent, quick-dry clothes.
- Use a small day bag for Pacaya Volcano, Pacaya, Lake Atitlan.
- Keep valuables, passport, cards and medication with you, not in stored luggage.
Tour notes
- Chichicastenango timing depends on local market days, traffic and community schedules.
- Lake Atitlan, Panajachel, San Jorge La Laguna boat routes can change with wind, water conditions or village pier operations.
- Pacaya Volcano, Pacaya activity may adjust for weather, trail conditions and park guidance.
- Semuc Champey, Lanquin, Tikal, Flores visits may shift with rain, access roads, park rules or local guide timing.
Booking info
- Confirm passenger names, WhatsApp number, pickup hotel and room arrangement for Guatemala Discovery before payment.
- Optional activities, meals, tips, entrances and personal expenses are separate unless clearly listed as included.
- Entrance fees, specialist guides, park rules and activity timing should be reviewed for Pacaya Volcano, Pacaya, Semuc Champey, Lanquin.
Pickup point
- This tour starts from Guatemala City and finishes at Antigua, following the route shown in the itinerary.
- Hotel pickup or meeting details are reconfirmed locally because access, traffic and supplier timing can vary by area.
- Arrive ready a few minutes before pickup with your day bag, water and travel documents.
Booking note: Confirm pickup and arrival details before payment so Guatemala Discovery can run smoothly from day one.
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