*Guatemala Bucket List
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Every Village Experience Responsible Tourism Program Includes the Following:
- One on one consultation with our travel experts
- Private registration and trip page
- Pretrip Packet
- Handpicked accommodations
- Experienced Private Guide
- Artisan shopping opportunities
- Our favorite tour activities
- Donation to one of TVE’s community partners
Guatemala will lure you in with her vivid natural beauty, booming volcanoes, and incredibly welcoming people. Guatemala is home to 30 volcanoes to be exact, 3 of which are still active. This small country enjoys beaches on both the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean, as well as dense jungles and rugged mountains. Lake Atitlan, located in the southwestern region of Guatemala, is the deepest lake in Central America measuring over 900 feet deep and covers nearly 48 miles.
Deep in the jungle, a Mayan Civilization that thrived nearly 2000 years ago has been preserved. Tikal is famous for its many ceremonial sites, beautiful temples and vast ruins.
As far as landscapes go, Guatemala has it all. An experience in Guatemala must include the colorful city of Antigua, a UNESCO World Heritage City, featuring cobblestoned streets, local Mayan handicraft, and a variety of local and international cuisine. Wander around this intriguing city exploring new sights and sounds at every corner.
The Village Experience can design a seamless journey to Guatemala including philanthropy, adventure, and relaxation all in one.
Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrive to the airport in Guatemala City. Meet your representative and transfer to the UNESCO World Heritage City of Antigua. Check into boutique hotel and settle into your new surroundings.
Day 2 – Meet your guide in the morning and enjoy a walking tour of the city including Fifth Avenue, the Cathedral, Central Park, the Church of San Francisco, and the local market. Stop for a local lunch if Guatemalan food. In the afternoon, hop on tuktuks and visit Cerro de la Cruz for an incredible view of the city. Return to hotel in the evening.
Day 3 – Embark on a coffee tour with our partners at De La Gente – part of our socially responsible tourism program. Tour the farm, meet the family, learn the coffee production process, and have lunch onsite. Free afternoon to explore on your own.
Day 4 – Morning departure for majestic Lake Atitlan. This beautiful lake is surrounded by three volcanoes and many Mayan Villages. Stop for some panoramic views along the way. Check into hotel and relax for the evening.
Day 5 – Today, you’ll head out on a boat tour to explore some of the Mayan Villages dotting the shores of the lake. Begin at Santa Catarina Palapo with a walking tour of the village by the local women. By participating in this community based tourism program, you are helping to uplift the local women and beautify the village. Proceed over to Santiago Atitlan to go in search of the local diety, Maximon. Next, you’ll head to San Juan Laguna for lunch and lots of fun artisan shopping including women’s weaving, chocolate, herbal, and painting cooperatives. Return to hotel in the afternoon.
Day 6 – Free day to enjoy the hotel, zip line through the jungle, continue exploring more villages, and more.
Day 7 – Morning drive to the Mayan archeological site of Iximche. Follow your guide on a historical tour of the area and learn about ancient Mayan civilization. Continue on to Guatemala City and check into hotel for the evening.
Day 8 – Transfer to airport for onward flight home.