Scultural detail, Copan

The royal city of Copan has an overwhelming legacy of artistic achievement and includes the best examples of surviving art of ancient Mesoamerica.

Photo by Sergio Pitamitz / Danita Delimont Agency

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Ancient Copan Extension

The Athens of the New World

Trip Details at-a-Glance

Cost From: $690
Length: 3 days
Arrive: Guatemala City, Guatemala
Depart: Guatemala City, Guatemala or San Pedro Sula, Honduras
Activity: Archaeology
Trip Level: 1 explain

Our Trips using this Extension


Guatemala Private Journey

Day 1
Guatemala City / Copán, Honduras

From Guatemala City, transfer by private car to Copán Ruinas, a charming town of cobbled streets and red-tiled roofs. En route, visit Quiriguá, a unique archaeological site surrounded by the largest banana plantation in Central America. Overnight at Hotel Marina Copán.

Day 2
Explore Copán

A World Heritage Site, Copán surpasses other Mayan cities in its wealth of sculptures, hieroglyphics, and beautifully carved stone stelae. Enjoy a full-day tour, including famed Hieroglyphic Stairway, the Great Plaza, and the Acropolis. Overnight at Hotel Marina Copán

Day 3
Guatemala City or San Pedro Sula / Depart

Transfer to Guatemala City or San Pedro Sula for departure.

Note: You may also request a 4-Day, 3-Night Program, call for details

Extension Costs

Prices are for 2012

2 Nights / 3 Days

$690 per person (2-3 travelers)
Single supplement: $105

3 Nights / 4 Days

$925 per person (2-3 travelers)
Single supplement: $130

Hotel Marina Copán

Copán Ruins, Honduras

This simple but comfortable hotel is the most convenient base for exploring the magical ruins of Copán—right in the heart of the cobblestone-street town (the ruins are a 10-minute walk away). The hotel features 51 guest rooms, designed in classical colonial style with air-conditioning, ceiling fans, cable TV, and phone. Courtyards with well tended gardens filled with flowers and tropical plants contribute to the hotel’s old world charm, while a swimming pool, Jacuzzi, and small sauna and gym offer modern conveniences. A history note: the hotel is built on the site of an old family home that welcomed early investigators and visitors to Copán—the first “hotel” in Copán.

Note: Listed above are our signature accommodations for this trip. Although it is highly unlikely, we may make substitutions when necessary.