4 Day Private Guided Tour Exploring Guatemala

Day 1 · Antigua Guatemala to Semuc Champey

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   Antigua

   7 hours

   We will start our adventure by picking you up at the agreed point in Antigua Guatemala or Guatemala City. We should start as early as possible to avoid the usual congestion of Guatemala City, be able to enjoy the stops along the way and be able to get to Semuc Champey in good time.

2. 2

   Biotopo Del Quetzal

   45 min Admission included

   We will stop at the Quetzal Biotope so you can see the natural habitat of this emblematic bird that has had a preponderant role in the region both in the time

3. 3

   Coban

   Passing by

   We will pass through the city of Cobán in the department of Alta Verapaz. The Verapaces area is a fascinating destination in Guatemala, full of charms and mysteries. During this part of the tour you will appreciate its lush landscapes, with green hills, waterfalls and crystal clear rivers. The wet and cool climate creates a perfect environment for nature. Coban is the heart of the Q'eqchi' people, and offers a rich cultural heritage. As for exploration and adventure, one of the best-known destinations in the region and the country is where we are headed, Semuc Champey, the Cahabón River and the Grottos de Lanquín. Due to its climate this region is ideal for high quality coffee plantations and the conservation of orchids, both in natural conditions and in nurseries

4. 4

   San Pedro Carcha

   Passing by

   San Pedro Carchá is a municipality full of history and culture in the department of Alta Verapaz, Guatemala. San Pedro Carchá is known for its rich cultural heritage of the Q'eqchi' people, who have preserved their traditions, language and customs over the centuries. The village was founded in 1537. San Pedro Carchá is one of the largest producers of cardamom in the world, which has a significant impact on the national economy of Guatemala, during our tour you will be able to observe these plantations.

5. 5

   Semuc Champey

   4 hours Admission included

   We will arrive at our destination for the day, Semuc Champey, I can assure you that it will be an unforgettable experience of the beauties that nature has for us. The stunning turquoise pools in the middle of the jungle, perfect for swimming and relaxing in its crystal clear waters. You can observe a unique natural phenomenon where the Cahabón River flows under a stone bridge, creating the pools on the surface. We will have time for a challenging but rewarding hike to the viewpoint that offers panoramic views of the pools.

Standard hotel accommodation in double room without breakfast.

Day 2 · Semuc Champey to Isle of Flowers

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   Stop 1

   3 hours Admission included

   After breakfast we will move to the entrance of the Kanba caves, where we will enter the depths of the earth and an underground river will guide us to walk these impressive vaults, pools and underground passageways.

   If someone in the group does not want to do this activity, you can choose between spending more time in Semuc Champey or enjoying nature on the hotel premises.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   one hour

   As you leave the caves, you can launch from a giant swing into the waters of the Cahabon River and then travel through the calm waters of the river floating in an inflatable tube.

3. 3

   Malecon Isla De Flores

   3 hours

   We will move to the Isle of Flowers where we will stay overnight and you can enjoy the attractions of the Island.

   The island is in Peten Itza Lake, in the Peten Department, which is considered the heart of the Mayan world for the number and importance of archaeological sites in the area.

   on the island you can walk along its cobblestone streets, walk on the sea wall, observe the typical colonial architecture of the region, enjoy a moment in the different restaurants, bars and craft shops.

Standard hotel on the Isle of Flowers in double room without breakfast

Day 3 · Sunrise Tour in Tikal

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   Tikal National Park

   9 hours

   This is the cherry on the cake of this tour, without detracting from the relevance of the other places visited, this tour is ideal for those who want to know the most important tourist place in the region, Tikal. This is the most relevant archaeological site of Mayan culture that has been discovered and restored to date. Tikal is one of the most important and emblematic archaeological sites of the Mayan civilization, located in the department of Petén, Guatemala.

   This tur will start at 3 am leaving the hotel. we will arrive at Tikal Park even though it is dark and we will move along the paths in the middle of the jungle to the highest pyramid, where we can see the sunrise in the middle of leafy jungle. Once it has dawned, we will have time for breakfast and then we will walk the paths that will take us to the different squares and the main temples of this incredible Mayan city.

2. 2

   Rio Dulce

   4 hours

   At the end of our tour of Tikal we will move to Rio Dulce, where we will stay overnight to recover energy and wait for our next adventure the next day.

Standard hotel accommodation in Rio Dulce in a double room without breakfast.

Day 4 · Rio Dulce and Livingston

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   Stop 1

   45 min Admission included

   We will start this tour at the hotel, where you will be picked up by a private boat that will transport us during this adventure. The first stop will be at San Felipe Castle, which has a historical and cultural magnetism that makes it a must-see. Built in the 17th century, it is a testament to the countless naval battles and protection against pirates in the Guatemalan Caribbean. You can explore its sturdy walls, moats, tunnels, dungeons and towers so that your imagination transports you in time.

2. 2

   Livingston

   2 hours

   Explore Livingston; the vibrant Afro-Caribbean corner of Guatemala where you can immerse yourself in the Garifuna culture and beauty formed by that fusion of rainforest and Caribbean beaches. In this region the Caribbean comes alive through its rhythms, typical local cuisine, beautiful beaches and countless adventures.

3. 3

   Rio Dulce

   2 hours

   We will tour the Rio Dulce where you can appreciate the stunning beauty that forms the river in its course through a canyon surrounded by dense vegetation.

   You will observe the typical flora and fauna of the region. This region is a bird's paradise. You will most likely encounter a group of dolphins or manatees during your tour.

   Pruning you appreciate the small boats of fishermen and merchants that inhabit the banks and travel the river.

4. 4

   Antigua

   5 hours

   Transfer near the end of the tour in Antigua Guatemala or Guatemala City. This tour will take you to the east of the country and tour to the side of the Sierra de las Minas