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5 Day itinerary in Guatemala, Central America & Caribbean

The Peten Region: Lost Maya Cities And Rainforest

This itinerary will take you to the past, to the Mayan world, the perfect combination of history, nature, and beautiful landscapes. Explore the most important Mayan sites in Guatemala and enjoy the beauty of nature with the diversity of flora and fauna of Peten.

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By Carlos and Kandy

Overview

Physical Difficulty

Easy
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Recommended Age

Everyone

Operated in

English, Spanish

GUIDANCE

On Some Day Trips

starting point

Guatemala

trip type

Private

trip attributes

Indigenous culture

Meet local people

Hiking

Nature & Wildlife

Start

Night

End

Highlights

1

Visit to the most important Mayan site in Guatemala and explore the well conserved pyramids.

2

Sunrise in Tikal, a unique experience.

3

Kayaking tour on Peten Itza lake and free time to enjoy nature.

4

Visit the Mayan site of Yaxha and enjoy a stunning view of the lake from the top of the pyramids.

Itinerary

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Day 1

place Transfer In Guatemala City – Domestic Flight Flores – Tikal

After arriving at Guatemala international airport, you will connect for a local flight to Mundo Maya airport. An English-speaking guide will be waiting for you to take you to Tikal, the most spectacular Maya site of the region. Your hotel is a lodge located a couple of steps from the Maya temples.

Guide: Included for the day

Accommodation:

  • Mid-Range Accommodation: 3* hotel
Day 2

place Tikal

Breakfast at the hotel. During the walk within Tikal, you will see some of the most beautiful trees in the world, and more than 300 species of birds, monkeys, jaguars, and other animals. This magnificent site was listed by UNESCO as Cultural and Natural Heritage of Humanity and is a testimony to the greatness and significance of the Mayan Civilization. With more than 576 square km is considered the largest archaeologically excavated site on the American continent. Back to the hotel for lunch (included). Time to rest at the lodge.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation:

  • Mid-Range Accommodation: 3* hotel
Day 3

place Tikal Sunrise – Yaxha – Peten Itzae Lake

Early wake up for this incredible journey. You will walk in the jungle at dawn to reach the Temple IV where you will be able to listen the first sounds of the jungle wildlife and to observe the sunrise. Snack on the top of the temple. Back to the hotel for breakfast and rest. Free lunch (not included) After lunch, your private transfer will take you to the archaeological site of Yaxha. Because of its location next to the Laguna de Yaxha, the Maya controlled the river trade between the eastern lowlands and the Atlantic shores of Belize during the classic and post classic period. During your visit, you will listen to howler monkeys. You will enjoy the sunset from one of the temples of the site. After the visit we will be transfer you to Flores for accommodation.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Mid-Range Accommodation: 3* hotel
Day 4

place Peten Itzae Lake – Kayaks Around Peten Itzae Lake

Breakfast at the hotel. A short walk to Lake Peten Itza, will prepare you to start kayaking on the lake and enjoy the view of this magical place. Arrival at the Chechenal beach. Free time in the beach to relax. Return to your hotel.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Mid-Range Accommodation: 3* hotel
Day 5

place Hotel / Airport

Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time transfer to Mundo Maya airport to take your flight back to Guatemala City and connect with your international flight.

Meals: Breakfast

What’s Included

Accommodation expand_less

  • 3* hotel

Meals expand_less

  • Breakfast (4)
  • Lunch (1)

Transport expand_less

  • Private transportation from day 1 to day 5

Activities expand_less

  • Activities as listed on the itinerary

Extras expand_less

  • Fees for all the excursions included

Not Included expand_less

  • Other meals
  • Beverages or drinks
  • Tips for drivers and local guides

About Carlos

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Expertise: 

Meet local people

Indigenous culture

Purposeful Travel

Nature & Wildlife

An amateur of my country,with over 12 years experience conducting groups in Guatemala, Belize, Honduras and El Salvador. I love helping people to bild their trips from scratch, taking care of all details and needs.

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