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Central Highlands, Guatemala

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Iximche and Antigua Day Tour

Iximche and Antigua Day Tour

Discover the charms of 2 of the 4 major cities of Guatemala, all in one day. Get to know Iximché (the first capital of Guatemala) and Antigua Guatemala. Today's trip combines Spanish Colonial and Mayan influence, and you'll visit sites that will immerse you in the area’s enthralling history. Learn from watching the indigenous people that still visit Iximché, and if we are very lucky, we will witness a real Mayan ceremony that takes place in Iximché. We will begin the day with a transfer from your hotel in Guatemala City or Antigua Guatemala, to the archaeological site of Iximché. Upon arrival we will take a guided visit to Iximché: the first capital of Guatemala. We will then transfer to the colonial city of Antigua Guatemala, where we will enjoy lunch at a restaurant in the city. Whilst here we will visit some of the most important and significant attractions of the city, including Antigua’s most beautiful churches, monasteries and convents. After a day of sightseeing and new experiences, you will be returned to your hotel for a much needed rest!

From Lanquin: Semuc Champey Park and Kanba Cave Guided Tour

From Lanquin: Semuc Champey Park and Kanba Cave Guided Tour

In the morning after meeting in Lanquin village, you will then head out by safety truck on this full-day adventure to Kanba Cave and Semuc Champey Park. At Kanba your guide will take you inside the underground river caves for around 1,000 meters. You’ll scramble over rocks, wade through pools, climb up waterfalls, and swim through narrow channels. Next you’ll go on a half-hour tubing experience on the Kahabon River. Afterwards, you’ll go on a walk in Semuc Champey National Park. The monument comprises a natural stone bridge that’s 300 meters long. Natural pools of different sizes have formed above the bridge, where you can relax and soak in the turquoise pools.

From Guatemala City Semuc Champey in one day.

From Guatemala City Semuc Champey in one day.

From Guatemala Travel to the Natural Wonder Semuc Champey in Alta Verapaz, visit its incredible viewpoint and marvel at the nature that surrounds Semuc, immerse yourself in its crystalline waters, Enjoy this impressive work of nature from Guatemala City, get to know the Cahabón River, enter to the Kamba caves, surround yourself with nature on this incredible trip, enjoy Guatemalan cuisine on the same tour, after visiting Semuc you will get to know Cobán, the departmental capital of Alta Verapaz.

Lake Atitlan: One way Shared transportation to Semuc Champey

Lake Atitlan: One way Shared transportation to Semuc Champey

Enjoy your journey from Panajachel to Lanquin without worrying about transport. This shared service picks you up at 8 am at Shell gas station at the entrance of Panajachel. Along the way, we make two stops to eat, grab snacks, stretch, and use the bathroom. Your drop-off point is the El Recreo Hotel Parking Lot at the entrance of Lanquin, from where most hotels provide transportation to your final accommodation. We guarantee a stress-free trip across the country. Relax in our air-conditioned vehicles for a safe, comfortable, and budget-friendly experience. Grab your spot now for an extraordinary travel experience!

Antigua: One way shared transfer to Semuc Champey, Lanquin

Antigua: One way shared transfer to Semuc Champey, Lanquin

Experience an amazing trip from Antigua Guatemala to Semuc Champey (Lanquin) with our shared transportation service. We'll pick you up at the location of your choice, at 8:00 am. Along the way, we will make two stops to eat, grab snacks, stretch a little bit, and use the bathroom. Your drop-off point will be at the parking lot of "El Recreo" Hotel, at the entrance of Lanquin, around 5:00 pm, from where most hotels provide transportation to the overnight accommodation of your preference, the price of which is not included in this package, thus, you will have to book it separately. From there, Semuc Champey will be yours to discover! Take photos, get amazed with the sights, swim... enjoy one of the most beautiful places in Guatemala! We guarantee a stress-free trip across Guatemala. You'll be able to relax in our comfortable shuttle, equipped with all the basics (including A/C), on a safe and budget-friendly experience. Don't miss the opportunity, book now for an amazing trip!

Semuc Champey: One way Shared Transportation to Antigua

Semuc Champey: One way Shared Transportation to Antigua

Continue your incredible experience in Guatemala with our shared one-way transfer to Antigua Guatemala. We'll pick you up at the parking lot of "El Recreo" Hotel in Lanquin at 8:00 am. Enjoy the emblematic architecture of Antigua Guatemala, all its antique places filled up with history of the first capital of Guatemala, where there are also, all types of activities you can enjoy. Your drop-off point will be at the central park in Antigua, about 9 hours after your pick up, from where you can get a taxi or walk to a lot of places. We guarantee a stress-free trip across Guatemala. You'll be able to relax in our comfortable shuttle, equipped with all the basics (including A/C), on a safe and budget-friendly experience. Don't miss the opportunity, book now for an awesome experience!

The Wonders of Guatemala - The best trip in 5 days-

The Wonders of Guatemala - The best trip in 5 days-

The Wonders of Guatemala in a single trip -Enjoy Antigua Guatemala, its streets, its buildings, its landscapes - explore Guatemala and reach Semuc Champey where you will find incredible vegetation and pools of crystal clear water that you will not be able to resist - The Blue Crater awaits you to immerse yourself in its incredible waters - Flores Island will show you the color and beauty of Guatemala - El Remate will allow you to relax in the calm waters of Lake Petén Itzá - Tikal National Park the cradle of the Mayan civilization - El Castillo de San Felipe and Lake Izabal are also part of this unique trip.

Flores: Transfer From Flores to Semuc Champey, Lanquin Exclusive Tourism

Flores: Transfer From Flores to Semuc Champey, Lanquin Exclusive Tourism

8:00am We leave Flores Island specifically in front of the Yo ❤️ Petén sign next to Hoyel Nats. After boarding our transportation unit we drive about an hour and a half and arrive at Sayaxche where our bus will board a ferry boat to cross a river. After crossing the Rio La Pasion we continue our journey on a road surrounded by abundant nature until we reach La Ceibita gas station where we will make a stop, the gas station has a restaurant service, as we will have time to buy food and time to relax and relax for a while. We board again our unit and continue our journey until we arrive to Cobán where we will make another stop to stretch and relax from the trip. We board our bus again and drive through landscapes surrounded by nature until we reach our destination Lanquin Semuc Champey.

Semuc Champey: One way shared transfer to Flores, Peten

Semuc Champey: One way shared transfer to Flores, Peten

Travel with us to Flores, Peten, with our shared transportation service. We'll pick you up at the parking lot of "El Recreo" Hotel in Lanquin at 8:00 am. Along the way, we will stop a few times to grab snacks, stretch a little bit, and use the bathroom. Your drop-off point will be at the entrance of Flores, at the "Yo amo Peten" sign around 5:00 pm, from where you can get transportation or walk to the location of your preference. Enjoy one of Guatemala’s most captivating destinations, as from any point in Flores, you can get a tour to Tikal National Park, where you will walk through Guatemalan culture history. You'll get amazed by Peten's magical sights, you can visit a lot of arquelogical sites, and have fun with a lot of different activites at Flores. We guarantee a stress-free trip across Guatemala. You'll be able to relax in our comfortable shuttle, equipped with all the basics (including A/C), for a safe and budget-friendly experience. Peten promises an unforgettable experience. Book now and enjoy!

Flores: One way shared transfer to Semuc Champey, Lanquin

Flores: One way shared transfer to Semuc Champey, Lanquin

Experience an amazing trip from Flores, Peten to Semuc Champey (Lanquin) with our shared transportation service. We'll pick you up at the sign of "Yo amo Peten" at 8:00 am. Along the way, we will make a few stops to eat, grab snacks, stretch a little bit, and use the bathroom. Your drop-off point will be at the parking lot of "El Recreo" Hotel, at the entrance of Lanquin, around 5:00 pm, from where most hotels provide transportation to the overnight accommodation of your preference, the price of which is not included in this package, thus, you will have to book it separately. From there, Semuc Champey will be yours to discover! Take photos, get amazed with the sights, swim... enjoy one of the most beautiful places in Guatemala! We guarantee a stress-free trip across Guatemala. You'll be able to relax in our comfortable shuttle, equipped with all the basics (including A/C), on a safe and budget-friendly experience. Don't miss the opportunity, book now for an amazing trip!

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4.9
(7 reviews)

Our guide Gustavo was excellent and had full knowledge of the history of each place we visited. Very punctual. Interesting tour of Antigua and in Iximche we had the opportunity to see a Mayan ritual, a spectacular place. We were very happy and satisfied with this tour.

I really enjoyed this tour, Mirco was very friendly and adapted to our pace. He went above and beyond what the description said, giving us options to customize our tour.

Our guide was Oscar. He was very knowledgeable with a warm, lively personality. We really enjoyed learning about the Mayan presence in Iximche. Highly recommended!

Super nice driver, drove very safely and stopped at places that gave the passengers a choice of food

Very good explanation from the guide both in Ximché and in Antigua.