Family fun in Guatemala

Dec 27 - Jan 6, 2025

INCLUSIONS: airport transfers, all accommodations, meals as listed (B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner), private vehicle, private guides, walking tour of Antigua, chocolate making class, tour of Jocotenango, cooking class, coordination of volunteer day, coffee tour, transfers to and from Lake Atitlan, boat tour of Mayan villages, walking tour of Santa Catarina Palopo, weaving demonstration, roundtrip flights to/Flores, transfers to Tikal, park entry fees, day tour and sunset tour of Tikal, sunrise tour of Tikal, and all bank/wire processing fees.

At The Village Experience, travel inspires impact. To date, TVE has operated over 800 responsible tourism programs around the world. Our programs have immersed nearly 3,000 travelers into our partner communities and impacted more than 25,000 people on the ground. Together, we have implemented programs to tackle social justice issues such as access to education & healthcare, women’s empowerment, and sustainability in these communities.

It is only through this unique relationship of responsible travel + philanthropy, that we have been able to raise $3,500,000 for our partner communities. You inspire and contribute to the impact…so keep traveling with The Village Experience!

Pricing

$3699 – Per person
Total balance due with Registration

September 1, 2024 – Flights, passport images and travel insurance due – email to jenny@experiencethevillage.com

Itinerary

December 27 – Arrive to Guatemala City International Airport. Meet your Village Experience representative and transfer to Porta Hotel in Antigua. Check in and relax for the evening.

December 28 – Meet your local guide in the morning for a walking tour of the UNESCO World Heritage City of Antigua. Wander the cobblestone streets, visit the main square and Cathedral, make stops at La Merced and San Francisco Churches, and stop for lunch and coffee. In the afternoon, enjoy a chocolate making class. Return to hotel. (B)

December 29 – Today, enjoy a personalized walking tour of Jocotenango – where guide, Ingrid and her family live. She’ll walk you to her favorite spots and make a visit to the gorgeous church. Then visit her home for a traditional Guatemalan cooking class – so fun! Free afternoon to explore on your own. (B,L)

December 30 – Board your SUV today and head out to Volcano Fuego to volunteer with our feeding program for the elderly and malnourished in one of our partner villages. This will be a day you never forget as you venture off the beaten path, help the team pack and distribute essential items, and connect to the community. Enjoy packed lunches in the village. Return to Antigua in the afternoon. (B,L)

December 31 – Head out to Volcano Acatenango area for a coffee tour and local lunch with our responsible tourism partners at De La Gente. You’ll meet a local coffee farmer and his family and walk through the steps of production. Then, try the coffee and enjoy lunch at the farmer’s home. Free afternoon to relax and ring in the New Year! (B,L)

January 1 – Late morning drive to Lake Atitlan. This majestic lake is surrounded by 3 volcanoes and many Mayan villages. Check into hotel overlooking the lake and enjoy the pool, hot tub, and gardens. (B)

January 2 – Today, you’ll hop on a boat with your guide to visit some of our favorite villages around the lake. Begin with San Juan La Laguna to visit a women’s weaving coop and tour this fun, colorful village. Then head over to Santa Cruz for lunch with our friends at Amigos de Santa Cruz and their hospitality center. End the day with a walking tour with the women of Pintando Santa Catarina Palopo to see how they are beautifying their village and making it stand out amongst tourists. Return to hotel in the afternoon. (B)

January 3 – Check out of hotel and drive to Guatemala City for your afternoon flight to Flores. Meet your guide upon arrival and transfer to Jungle Lodge inside Tikal National Park. Settle in and relax for the evening. (B)

January 4 – After breakfast, meet your guide in the morning and enjoy a tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Tikal National Park. These 3,000 year old Mayan Ruins are incredible! Explore Temple II and IV, the Main Plaza, and climb to the top of the Lost World Pyramid to watch the sun set. Return to hotel in the early evening. (B)

January 5 – Wake up early today for a sunrise tour of the park. Be sure to listen for the howler monkeys as they wake up to start their day. Return to hotel for breakfast. Transfer to airport in Flores for flight back to Guatemala City. Check into Hyatt Centric Hotel for the evening. (B)

January 6 – Transfer to airport for flights home after check out. (B)

Flight Reservations

Arrival & Departure: La Aurora International Airport (GUA)

Vaccinations

Visit the Center for Disease Control website for up-to-date requirements (www.cdc.gov) and/or speak with a local travel doctor regarding vaccinations.

Recommendations for Guatemala include:
Hepatitis A and B
Typhoid

We also advise that you speak with your doctor regarding a prescription for an antibiotic to combat food and water borne illnesses.

Required Documents

1. Passport – Must have at least two blank pages and six months’ validity.
2. Travel Insurance – Medical evacuation, repatriation and medical coverage are required by The Village Experience. We strongly recommend that you purchase trip cancellation and trip interruption coverage.

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