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Guatemala Deluxe Private Tour
Proposed 8 Day / 7 Night itinerary
Antigua - Chichicastenango - Lake Atitlan - Rio Dulce - Tikal
The Magic of Guatemala
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Discover this fascinating and incredibly diverse country in utmost comfort and style, with deluxe accommodations, transportation and expert guides. In just 7 days you will experience rich Spanish colonial history – breathtaking Lake Atitlan and its celebrated Mayan Indian villages – awe inspiring tropical fauna, flora and adventure in Rio Dulce on the Caribbean coast – the world’s most impressive archeological Mayan ruins nestled deep in the tropical rainforest. All that and much more awaits. For a more detailed description of the proposed itinerary, please see below. * Please note that all our tours are private & tailor made. Our sample tours should serve only as examples.
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DAY & LOCATION
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BRIEF DESCRIPTION
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Day 1: Guatemala City - Antigua
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Arrive into Guatemala City and be transferred directly to your lovely charm hotel in Antigua. Spend an afternoon/evening enjoying this magical colonial town, considered by some to be the most beautiful in the world. Walk its romantic cobble stone streets and enjoy fine cuisine at one of the many fine gourmet restaurants in the area.
GROUND TRANSPORT: Pick up from Guatemala Int. Airport (TBC) for private transfer in deluxe air conditioned mini van or SUV to Antigua (45 min. drive) - Please look for driver with "TROPICAL DISCOVERY" Sign at airport
LODGING: 2 nights - 1 std double room - Mansion del Pensativo
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Day 2: Antigua - Chichicastenango - Lake Atitlan - Antigua
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Depart at 8:00 am for a full day tour with private transport to visit the mystical city of Chichicastenango & Lake Atitlan. Chichicastenango, located at 2500 meters above sea level, is famous for its market on Thursdays & Sundays, where spats of traditionally dressed villagers in a kaleidoscope of colors, come to sell their very colorful textiles, fruits, vegetables and flowers. After lunch, depart for a visit of magical Lake Atitlan. Here we will spend the afternoon visiting the lake side village of Panahachel, or as an option, take a boat ride to visit other nearby villages. We would depart around 4:00 pm for our drive back to Antigua (2.5 hours) where you may enjoy the evening at your leisure.
GROUND TRANSPORT: 8:00 am pick up from your hotel for private transfer in deluxe air conditioned mini van or SUV to Chichicastenango (2 hrs) and later Lake Atitlan (1 hr) - (Tour Duration: 10 hours); Guide available upon request.
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Day 3: Antigua - Rio Dulce
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Pick up at 9:00 am from your hotel and depart in a private air conditioned mini bus or SUV for breathtaking Rio Dulce on the Caribbean coast (5 hr drive approx.) Stop in rout to visit the famous Quirigua Ruins (optional), where you will see the largest Stele in the Mayan World - a true marvel and definitely worth a visit. Make a quick stop for lunch or a snack and arrive in Rio Dulce in the early afternoon. Spend the late afternoon at your lake side hotel relaxing, sun bathing, kayaking, swimming, water biking and much more... For more on what to do in the breathtaking Caribbean coast of Rio Dulce, please ...click here.
GROUND TRANSPORT: Pick up from your hotel for private transfer in deluxe air conditioned mini van or SUV to Rio Dulce (5 hour drive)
LODGING: 2 nights - 1 Std double room - Hotel Banana Palms
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Day 4: Rio Dulce (Caribbean Tour)
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After a hearty breakfast, our "lanchero" (boat driver) Luis Alvarez will pick you up at 9:00 am to take you on a cruise through the Rio Dulce canals and lagoons for a closer view or this region's amazing water flora and fauna. Closer to the Caribbean coast, you will go through the amazing Rio Dulce canyons, a truly awe inspiring experience. Later arrive at the Caribbean coast of Guatemala and its celebrated town of Livingston, a lively Afro-Caribbean town populated by mostly Garifuna blacks whose origin and culture stems from escaped West African slaves. This town feels more like Jamaica than any town in Guatemala, where brightly colored houses are common and reggae melodies mixed with Latin sounds are heard throughout. Tour this charming town, have lunch at the Tucan Dugu restaurant or any of the many other side walk cafes & restaurants. Weather permitting, for an extra $50 to cover added fuel expenses, ask Luis Alfredo (our boat driver) to take you to Playa Blanca for some white sand Caribbean styled beaches and a lovely beach front bar and restaurant called Salvador Gaviota; a truly unique Caribbean experience! And should you have the energy on the way back, stop for a swim at the hot springs, water-ski or wake board through the many canals (upon request at $20 each 1/2 hour.) Return in the late afternoon to enjoy an evening dinner, have some fun and relax under the Caribbean stars. (Tour Time: 5-7 hours approx.)
CARIBBEAN TOUR: Rio Dulce Canyons, Canals & Livingston - Pick up from hotel at 9:00 am - Price includes private boat with driver, water-sports equipment (upon request), fuel.
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Day 5: Rio Dulce - Peten
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Pick up at 9:00 am at hotel in private air conditioned mini van for ground transfer to the mystical region of Peten (Picturesque 3 hr drive.) Be transported directly to your lake side deluxe eco lodge for relaxing afternoon lake side, swimming, sun bathing, kayaking, etc. You may also opt for an afternoon walk through the charming town of Flores, a tour of the romantic ruins of Yaxha, a hike in the jungle, or one of the many other possible Tours and Activities the Peten region has to offer. Spend the evening relaxing to the sounds of the teeming Peten Jungle and Lake Peten Itza. Rest up and get ready for a awe inspiring day of archeology.
GROUND TRANSPORT: 9:00 am pick up from hotel in Rio Dulce for private ground transfer to Flores in Lake Peten Itza (3 hr drive.)
LODGING: 1 night - 1 Rainforest Casita - La Lancha Resort
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Day 6: Peten (Tikal Tour) - Antigua
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After a hearty breakfast, your expert guide will take you for a tour of the majestic archeological ruins of Tikal, one of the largest and most magnificent Mayan cities in existence. Your guide will share many insights on this Mayan city and provide a feel for the mysteries of this ancient culture. Return in the afternoon to freshen up and gather your belongings, or be transferred directly to the airport in Flores for your afternoon flight back to Guatemala City. Upon arrival in Guatemala City our driver will be there to meet you to take you to your lovely charm hotel in Antigua. Spend an afternoon/evening enjoying this magical colonial town, considered by some to be the most beautiful in the world. Walk its romantic cobble stone streets and enjoy fine cuisine at one of the many fine gourmet restaurants in the area.
TIKAL TOUR: Morning transfer to Tikal Ruins with expert guide, complete lunch, entrance fees and transportation included.
AIR TRANSPORT: 4:30 pm departure from Flores on TAG flight with arrival in Guatemala city at 5:10 pm
GROUND TRANSPORT: 5:10 pm pick up from Airport terminal for private transfer in deluxe air conditioned mini van or SUV to Antigua (45 min. drive) - Please look for driver with a "Tropical Discovery" Sign.
LODGING: 2 nights - 1 Std double room - Mansion del Pensativo
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Day 7: Antigua (Free day)
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Free day to tour the magical colonial village of La Antigua, visit its monuments, museums, shop at the various Indian markets & stroll through the cobble stone streets. Or you may opt for one of our special mountain biking, hiking, volcano, fishing, golf, horse back or culture tours. Please visit our Tours from Antigua page for more details.
RECOMMENDED TOURS:
• For our recommended culture and adventure one day tours & activities from Antigua, such as City Tours, Mountain Biking, Hiking, Fishing, Horse Back Riding, etc...please click here.
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Day 8: Antigua - Airport
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Last free morning to enjoy the many wonders of this city. Be pick up from hotel (TBC) for transfer to Guatemala International Airport for departure flight home.
GROUND TRANSPORT: Pick up from Hotel (TBC) for private transfer in deluxe air conditioned mini van or SUV to Airport (45 min. drive.)
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Regional & Hotel Information
Please find below extensive information on the areas you will be visiting on this tour and the proposed accommodations. By clicking on each of the links or the images, you will arrive at a new page with loads of additional information to help you familiarize yourself with the area, its amenities and the proposed accommodations.
LA ANTIGUA GUATEMALA
Here you will have the opportunity to visit one of the most magnificent colonial cities in all the Americas. Simply relax at side walk cafés, shop Indian markets, enjoy the cities many historical ruins and monuments, visit it’s museums, enjoy fabulous cuisine & experience Mayan culture. The more adventurous may opt take a day to deep sea fish the nearby Pacific, hike a local active volcano, mountain bike, golf or horse back ride.
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LAKE ATITLAN & ITS VILLAGES
In Lake Atitlan, a deep-blue volcanic crater lake surrounded by three picture perfect volcanoes and the colorful Maya villages resting on its shores, you will experience a magic felt in no other place. Relax, get a massage, meditate, shop, enjoy nature, or for the more adventurous, hike one of the volcanoes, scuba dive, swim, kayak, mountain bike... and much more. Please see below information on what to do and see.
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RIO DULCE & CARIBBEAN COAST
Be prepared to experience blissful nature and adventure, where water sports, river canyons, hot springs, Caribbean towns and flare, local cuisine, and many fun activities await. You may of course simply opt for plenty of relaxion under the hot Caribbean sun. Better yet, why not a bit of both…
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TIKAL RUINS & LAKE PETEN ITZA
Here you will experience the greatest of Mayan archeological wonders at the Tikal national Park, nestled deep in the Peten jungles. This region also boasts the largest protected tropical forest area in Central America, whose areas amazing fauna and flora, lakes, rivers, lagoons and caves, will absolutely amaze you.
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Pricing Information
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2 pers
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4 pers
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6 pers
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8 pers
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$US 1,080
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$US 894
approx. per person
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$US 831
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$US 807
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Price Includes:
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• Private ground transport in air-conditioned mini van or SUV • Domestic flight from Flores to Guatemala City • Lodging in deluxe accommodations • Bilingual guide, transportation to and from and entrance fees for Tikal National Park • Continental Breakfast at Mansion del Pensativo and La Lancha
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Price Excludes:
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• International airfare • Meals, beverages, tours or transportation not specifically shown as included in package • Passport and visa fees • Tips for drivers (10% suggested) • Phone calls • Laundry Service • All items of personal nature • Travel & Cancellation Insurance (for more information please click here.
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Options Upon Request:
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• Transportation in private plane or helicopter
• Hotel & room type upgrades
• Optional Tours from Antigua, Peten or Rio Dulce
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Payment Terms:
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• Prices nor availability guaranteed until payment is received
• Payments accepted via Wire Transfer, Bank Check or Credit Card (upon request)
• A deposit of 50% is required at the time of booking. The balance is due 45 days before departure.
• Please Note: By payment of invoice you agree to our Travel Terms & Conditions. To view a copy, please click here.
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Please Note:
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• Prices based on low season hotel 2007 rates. Final pricing details provided upon booking.
• All our tours are private and a la carte meaning you choose where to stay, what to visit, when to go and what to do. We simply provide expert advise and do all the booking for you, charging cost (or less, never more guaranteed) + a small service fee (between 5% & 15% depending on group size.) Tour may be as deluxe or economical as your budget permits.
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What to Bring
Antigua & Lake Atitlan Region:
They call it the "land of eternal spring", at 1700 meters above sea level, the temperature is just rights. The days remain in the mid to upper 70's (mid 20's Celsius) with evenings becoming cooler dropping into the 60's (15 Celsius.) Bring a sweater or jacket for the evenings.
Rio Dulce & Peten (Tikal) Region:
Tropical fauna and flora at it's best, but this also means warm and humid, so dress accordingly. Since it will be the rainy season, mosquitoes might be on the loose, so make sure bring: Mosquito repellent - Sunscreen - Hiking boots or good pair of tennis shoes - Bathing Suites - Rash guard for the water-sports people - Sun glasses
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