Guatemala City Tours, Travel & Activities
Within the confines of modern Guatemala City is the ancient Maya city of Kaminaljuyu. Kaminaljuyu was first occupied between 1200 and 1000 BC and the city continued to be inhabited for about 2000 years before it was abandoned in the Late Classic Period of Mesoamerican chronology (600-900 AD). It is one of America's most notable archaeological sites. The center of Kaminaljuyu was located a short distance from the oldest part of Guatemala City.
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Spend a day on Lago de Atitlán (Lake Atitlan), one of Guatemala's most beautiful lakes, on this sightseeing cruise with transportation from Guatemala City. This relaxing 8-hour excursion allows you to experience the exceptional beauty of Lago de Atitlán, a large lake with three volcanos on its southern shore. Starting in the town of Panajachel, cruise across the lake and admire its stunning scenery as you travel across the lake to the Tzutujil village of Santiago de Atitlán …
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Take an exciting air tour from Guatemala City to discover the beauty and ancient history of the Mayan ruins of Tikal! After a scenic flight to Tikal, spend a day in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Tikal National Park exploring the incredible archaeological site of Tikal, located in the heart of the Guatemalan jungle. Your expert guide will show you around the impressive ruins and teach you all about the history behind the steep-sided temples and plazas …
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Discover the beauty of the ancient ruins of Copan and Quirigua on this overnight trip from Guatemala City! After a scenic drive in a comfortable vehicle, spend your first day at Copan in Honduras to explore its archaeological Mayan site. On your second day, venture to Quirigua, known for the tallest stela in the Mayan world. Learn from your expert guide about the significance and importance of these UNESCO World Heritage-listed archeological sites …
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Take a cooking class in Antigua and learn how to prepare some of Guatemala’s favorite dishes. Taste the unique flavors of Guatemalan cuisine as you create your own meal and dessert. Learn about the cultural influences of Guatemalan food from your expert chef, who will be there to offer helpful tips along the way. After your meal, bring home printed recipes of the food you prepared so you can continue making delicious Guatemalan dishes at home! …
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Discover the history and beauty of one of the Americas’ oldest cities on this sightseeing day tour from Guatemala City to Antigua! On this 8-hour tour, visit top attractions like the Museo del Jade (Jade Museum), La Merced Church, Calle del Arco, Santo Domingo Monastery, San Francisco Church and a coffee plantation. Enjoy fabulous views of Antigua from Cerro de la Cruz, and learn the history of this historical city from your expert guide …
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» G Adventures to Guatemala
Smoking volcanoes spin by as a sea of Mayan weaving lurches from one side of the chicken bus to the other. With the Mayan majority on constant display, dramatic geography, and prices a student could love, for some, Guatemala is the quintessential Central American experience. One of its mandatory stops, incredible Guatemala City, was once the capital of an enormous swath of the Americas. Frozen in time for centuries thanks to repeated earthquakes, today it has been impeccably restored in all its rubble and glory …
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» Intrepid Travel to Guatemala
Travelling through Guatemala allows you to jump out of your world and into another, full of colourful culture, smiling local people, incredible scenery, vibrant markets, quaint colonial towns and some of the most impressive Mayan ruins you're ever likely to wander about. From dawn til late evening there are experiences one can't miss. From the sunrise amidst the volcanoes by the lake in Panajachel, to exploring the jungle-laden wonder of the Tikal Mayan ruins and sampling the local fare at lake-side restaurants on the laid-back island of Flores …
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» Kuoni Holidays Guatemala
The Maya were one of the world's most ancient civilisations some 2000 years ago and Guatemala was their hub. Our tours will give you an insight into this fascinating culture as you visit the lost cities of the Maya. Explore the hidden ruins in Tikal National Park where archaeologists have discovered a city believed to date back to the pre-classic period 2,500 years ago …
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