New Year in Guatemala 2028 – 8 Days / 7 Nights

Upon arrival at the airport, reception and transfer to our hotel in Guatemala City. Overnight stay.

Breakfast. Transfer to Guatemala City Airport to board a domestic flight to Petén.

Today, we will visit Tikal, the largest known ancient Mayan city. According to estimates by some archaeologists, Tikal was once home to as many as 100,000 people. More than a thousand years after its abandonment, its magnificent structures still stand, surrounded by vegetation that continues to reclaim the ancient city.

We will explore the Central Plaza, home to the Temple of the Great Jaguar and the Great Pyramid, as well as the Acropolis and Temple IV, whose summit offers breathtaking views of more than 50 km of pristine rainforest.

Lunch will be served at a restaurant within the archaeological site.

In the afternoon, transfer to the airport to board the return flight to Guatemala City. Upon arrival, reception and transfer to the hotel.

Overnight stay.

Breakfast. We will depart for the Guatemalan highlands, heading to the archaeological site of Iximché, the former Maya capital of the Kaqchikel Kingdom. This important archaeological site features ancient stone structures that evoke the splendor of one of the most fascinating civilizations in history.

We will then continue our journey to Lake Atitlán, which Aldous Huxley considered the most beautiful lake in the world.

Transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay.

Breakfast. We will begin our excursion by boat, sailing to San Juan La Laguna and Santiago Atitlán, two of the twelve indigenous villages surrounding majestic Lake Atitlán.

Along the way, we will admire the breathtaking scenery dominated by the Atitlán, Tolimán, and San Pedro volcanoes, which frame this region of unparalleled beauty.

Our first destination will be San Juan La Laguna, a picturesque village inhabited by the Tz’utujil Maya community. This village is distinguished by the harmonious relationship between its people, nature, and culture. We will stroll through its streets, adorned with colorful outdoor murals that showcase the community’s creativity and artistic traditions.

We will then board the boat again to reach Santiago Atitlán, a village inhabited by the Tz’utujil people, who primarily make their living through fishing and handicrafts. The village is famous for its devotion to Maximón, a Mayan-Catholic deity worshipped through offerings of tobacco, liquor, and money, accompanied by dancing and prayers in his honor.

After the visit, we will return to the hotel.

Overnight stay.

Breakfast. We will depart for the town of Chichicastenango, home to one of the most famous indigenous markets in Latin America.

Today, we will enjoy an experiential activity: a corn workshop with local women, focusing on Guatemala’s staple food.

After the visit, we will continue to La Antigua Guatemala.

Overnight stay.

Breakfast. Today, we will enjoy a walking tour through the charming cobblestone streets of La Antigua Guatemala, a city that seems frozen in time. This journey will take us back to the 17th century, surrounded by Baroque façades, historic squares, and monuments that reflect the splendor of the colonial period.

We will pass by the City Hall, the former seat of municipal government, and the impressive Palace of the Captain Generals. We will also explore architectural treasures such as La Merced Church, with its distinctive ornate yellow façade, and the Convent of San Francisco, a site of great historical and spiritual significance.

Throughout our walk, we will discover charming colonial corners, while the majestic Agua Volcano accompanies us on the horizon as a silent guardian of the city.

The afternoon will be free to continue exploring independently, enjoy a coffee with a view, visit museums, or simply relax in one of the cobblestone squares.

Overnight stay.

Breakfast. Enjoy a free day to explore La Antigua at your own pace, strolling along its cobblestone streets, admiring its historic architectural styles, or relaxing at the hotel.

As an optional activity, we recommend a morning excursion to Pacaya Volcano.

Overnight stay.

Breakfast. Transfer to Guatemala City Airport. End of our services.