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- Destination: Guatemala, Mexico
- Duration: 9 Days
- Tour Type: Group Tour
- Tour Style: Classic
About This Trip
Embark on the Guatemala and Mexico Tour, a 9-day journey through the heart of Mayan civilization and vibrant colonial culture. Discover the colorful streets of Antigua Guatemala, explore the bustling markets of Chichicastenango, and experience the rich traditions of Santiago Atitlan. Cross into Mexico to marvel at world-famous Mayan ruins, including Yaxchilan, Palenque, Uxmal, and the iconic Chichen Itza. This tour blends history, culture, and stunning landscapes, offering an unforgettable adventure through the best of Guatemala and Mexico.
Summary
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PLACE
HIGHLIGHTS
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Guatemala
Antigua: City Tour, San Juan del Obispo
Chichicastenango: Market, Church of Santo Tomas
Town of Santiago Atitlan
Flores: Tikal, Sylvanus Morley Museum
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Mexico
Yaxchilan: Maya Ruins
Palenque: Temple of the Inscriptions
Uxmal: Pyramid of the Magician
Chichen Itza: Pyramid of Kukulcan
Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival in Guatemala City – Transfer to Antigua
Begin your Guatemala and Mexico Tour with a warm welcome at Guatemala City airport. Enjoy a scenic transfer to Antigua Guatemala, a UNESCO World Heritage site surrounded by volcanoes. Stroll through cobblestone streets lined with pastel-colored buildings, charming cafes, and artisan shops. This is your first chance to immerse yourself in the culture and beauty of Guatemala on this unforgettable Guatemala and Mexico Tour.
Highlights: Antigua city tour, Central Park, colonial architecture, volcano views, artisan shopping
- Antigua Guatemala
- Day 2: Antigua & San Juan del Obispo
Continue your Guatemala and Mexico Tour with a morning exploration of Antigua’s historic streets and churches. Visit San Juan del Obispo, home to one of Guatemala’s first Catholic churches, and Santa Maria de Jesús, a village on the slopes of Volcán de Agua. Learn about local Mayan traditions and artisan crafts, deepening your understanding of the culture during this immersive Guatemala and Mexico Tour experience.
Highlights: Antigua historic streets, San Juan del Obispo Church, local artisan workshops, Mayan traditions
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- Antigua Guatemala
- Day 3: Antigua – Chichicastenango – Lake Atitlan
Today on your Guatemala and Mexico Tour, visit the famous Chichicastenango Market, where colorful textiles, handicrafts, and fresh local produce abound. Witness traditional rituals at the Church of Santo Tomas and explore the decorated cemetery, showcasing Mayan ceremonial practices. In the afternoon, travel to Lake Atitlan, one of the world’s most beautiful lakes, for a scenic overnight stay.
Highlights: Chichicastenango market, Santo Tomas Church rituals, Mayan cemetery, Lake Atitlan sunset
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- Lake Atitlan
- Day 4: Lake Atitlan – Santiago Atitlan – Guatemala City
Take a boat ride across Lake Atitlan to Santiago Atitlan, a town known for its indigenous Tzutujil culture and the mysterious folk saint Maximón. Explore its vibrant streets, meet local artisans, and engage with Mayan traditions. Return to Guatemala City for an overnight stay, reflecting on the cultural depth of your Guatemala and Mexico Tour.
Highlights: Santiago Atitlan cultural tour, Maximón shrine, Lake Atitlan boat ride, artisan markets
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- Guatemala City
- Day 5: Guatemala City – Flores – Tikal National Park
Fly to Flores and transfer to Tikal National Park, a highlight of your Guatemala and Mexico Tour. Explore majestic temples, plazas, and pyramids, including Temple I and Temple IV. Visit the Sylvanus Morley Museum to see archaeological treasures unearthed in Tikal. Enjoy wildlife spotting, from howler monkeys to colorful toucans, making this day unforgettable.
Highlights: Tikal ruins, Temple of the Great Jaguar, Sylvanus Morley Museum, jungle wildlife, guided archaeological tour
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- Flores
- Day 6: Flores – Frontera Corozal – Yaxchilan – Palenque
Cross into Mexico via Bethel and Corozal for your Guatemala and Mexico Tour adventure. Take a boat along the Usumacinta River to Yaxchilan, an ancient Mayan city with intricate carvings and ceremonial plazas. Discover dynastic history and explore the jungle-covered ruins before heading to Palenque for overnight stay.
Highlights: Yaxchilan ruins, Usumacinta River cruise, jungle exploration, Mayan hieroglyphs, Palenque arrival
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- Palenque
- Day 7: Palenque – Campeche
Continue your Guatemala and Mexico Tour by exploring Palenque, including the Temple of the Inscriptions, the Palace, and the Temple of the Sun. After a guided tour of these masterpieces, transfer to Campeche, a colonial gem with colorful streets and historic city walls, showcasing Mexico’s unique blend of Mayan and Spanish heritage.
Highlights: Palenque ruins, Temple of the Inscriptions, The Palace, Temple of the Sun, Campeche colonial streets
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- Campeche
- Day 8: Campeche – Uxmal – Merida
On your Guatemala and Mexico Tour, visit Uxmal, a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring the Pyramid of the Magician, Nunnery Quadrangle, and Governor’s Palace. Learn about Puuc-style Mayan architecture and legends before continuing to Merida, the vibrant cultural capital of the Yucatan Peninsula, for an overnight stay.
Highlights: Uxmal ruins, Pyramid of the Magician, Nunnery Quadrangle, Merida city tour
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- Campeche
- Day 9: Merida – Chichen Itza – Cancun
Conclude your Guatemala and Mexico Tour with a visit to Chichen Itza, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Marvel at the Kukulcan Pyramid, Temple of the Warriors, and El Caracol observatory. Learn about Mayan astronomy and rituals before transferring to Cancun for your hotel stay or optional beach extension. This marks the perfect end to your Guatemala and Mexico Tour, combining history, culture, and adventure.
Highlights: Chichen Itza UNESCO site, Kukulcan Pyramid, Temple of the Warriors, Mayan astronomy, transfer to Cancun
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