Tikal and the Land of the Mayas
Guatemala Private Journey
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It was one of the first planned cities in the Americas, and the Spanish Colonial style permeates every part of the town. Antigua sits in a highland valley at about 5,000 feet and is surrounded by spectacular Volcano Agua (12,400'), Volcano Acatenango, and Volcano Fuego. The city also offers an introduction to the modern-day Maya culture. Some of Guatemala's most skillful Mayan artisans work and sell their wares here through Antigua's galleries and art exhibits, with wares including intricate weavings that express the history and traditions of the Mayan people. The afternoon is free to explore on your own. 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Shamans still use the church for their rituals, burning incense and candles and, in special cases, a chicken for the gods. Each of the 18 stairs that lead up to the church stands for one month of the Mayan calendar year. In the afternoon, continue across the mountains to your lakefront hotel at magnificent Lake Atitlán, a huge mountain lake of cobalt-blue wind-tossed waters set against a backdrop of three 10,000-foot volcanoes—Toliman, Atitlán, and San Pedro. 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On one side of the plaza is the Temple of the Great Jaguar (Temple I), more than 150 feet high and constructed about 700 AD by order of Ah Cacao, whose tomb was discovered inside. Temple II stands at the western end of the Great Plaza and rises to a height of 120 feet. It was also constructed by Ah Cacao around 700 AD. Literally thousands of structures have been cleared from the jungle at Tikal, most notably the famous Temple IV, the highest Maya temple still standing.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":0,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":7,"DayTo":7,"Headline":"Tikal \/ Optional Zip Line","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"Today you have the option of returning to Tikal for a half-day tour on your own or to explore the seldom-visited Maya ruins of Yaxha with a guide. Set on the northern shores of a lagoon, Yaxha was discovered in 1904 and is spread across nine plazas. Shrouded by rainforest, it hints at what Tikal may have looked like prior to its restoration. (Yaxha may look somewhat familiar—it was the setting for season 11 of the TV reality series, Survivor.) A boat tour to Topoxte, a Maya archaeological site located on an island in the lagoon at Yaxha, can be included with this tour. Other optional tours include a nature walk along the hanging bridges and\/or a zip line ride through the treetops of the Petén rainforest near the Tikal National Park entrance (optional tours at your own expense). 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Weaving is done by K'iche women on backstrap looms, with each village and family retaining its own distinct weaving patterns, motifs, and colors.","Breakfast":0,"Lunch":0,"Dinner":0,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":true},{"DayFrom":3,"DayTo":4,"Headline":"Chichicastenango and Lake Atitlan","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"World-famous for its outdoor market full of color and textiles (the largest in Central America), the highland town of Chichicastenango is a rainbow-hued cache of traditional Mayan designs. Explore narrow lanes that lead to the mystical 16th century Santo Tomas Catholic Church, where Mayan shamans perform ancient ceremonies on the front steps. Each of the 18 steps that lead up to the church stands for a month of the Mayan calendar year. 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Overview
Enter the heart of El Mundo Maya, with its intriguing Mayan culture and lavish temple cities rising out of misty rainforests. Our Private Journey in Guatemala features elegant Antigua, colonial capital of the Spanish realm in Central America, the mysterious mountain village of Chichicastenango, with its famous open-air market, and the stunning volcano-ringed lake called Atitlán, surrounded by traditional Mayan villages. For a grand finale, explore Tikal, the greatest Mayan religious center yet discovered, where thousands of structures have been cleared from the surrounding jungle. Tikal is magnificent not just for its towering temples and pyramids but also for its situation within a vast canopy forest of mahogany, cedar, palm, and ceiba where you'll see playful monkeys and fantastic birdlife. We also offer an optional extension to the extraordinary Mayan city of Copan in Honduras.
Arrive: Guatemala City, Guatemala
Depart: Guatemala City, Guatemala
Highlights
- Explore Antigua's colonial Spanish architecture engulfed by spectacular volcanoes
- Stroll through the largest open-air market in Central America in lush Chichicastenango
- Witness the towering temples of Tikal soaring from the rainforest
- Stay in charming villas and lakeside lodges surrounded by wildlife
Itinerary
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Please Note: If you wish to visit Chichicastenango on market day (either a Sunday or Thursday), your journey must begin in Guatemala on a Tuesday or a Friday.
Surrounded by three majestic volcanoes, Antigua is an enchanting highland city of cobbled streets, courtyard cafes, finely preserved plazas, and ornate colonial-era fountains. Its beautifully preserved examples of Spanish Renaissance art and architecture make you feel as if you've stepped back 300 years in time. Explore this exquisite city—once one of the great cities of the Spanish empire and now designated a World Heritage Site—on a fascinating walking tour, discovering its traditional artisan markets. Textile weaving has played an important part in Guatemala's indigenous K'iche culture for centuries, and the region is renowned for its unique fabrics and complex use of color. Weaving is done by K'iche women on backstrap looms, with each village and family retaining its own distinct weaving patterns, motifs, and colors.
World-famous for its outdoor market full of color and textiles (the largest in Central America), the highland town of Chichicastenango is a rainbow-hued cache of traditional Mayan designs. Explore narrow lanes that lead to the mystical 16th century Santo Tomas Catholic Church, where Mayan shamans perform ancient ceremonies on the front steps. Each of the 18 steps that lead up to the church stands for a month of the Mayan calendar year. Continue to Lake Atitlán, one of the most beautiful mountain lakes in the world, ringed by three majestic 10,000-foot volcanoes—Toliman, Atitlan, and San Pedro. Enjoy an excursion by private motor launch on Atitlan's deep blue waters where simple wooden dugout canoes remain the primary form of transport, and visit lakeside villages where life and customs have changed little over the centuries.
Return to Guatemala City and, time permitting, visit the Museo Ixchel del Traje Indigena, with its extraordinary collections of ceramics, textiles, jewelry, and indigenous clothing from different regions of Guatemala. You will also visit the Museo Popol Vuh to view its collection of pre-Hispanic art (stone sculpture and ceramics) as well as Pre-classic, Classic, and Post-classic Maya exhibits. Fly to the pretty lakeside city of Flores, gateway to Tikal.
Explore Tikal, an unforgettable towering temple-city spread over a dozen square miles in the heart of the wild Peten jungle. Once a wealthy metropolis of 100,000 inhabitants and the seat of power for the great Jaguar Clan lords, Tikal now lies still and mysterious, its immense temples and multi-level palaces cloaked in vines. As you explore this ancient Mayan world, you'll learn about the enigmatic civilization that built thousands of amazing structures here. The pyramids and giant temples are incredibly breathtaking, most notably the famous Temple IV, the highest Mayan temple still standing and the highest known structure built in the Americas before the arrival of Europeans. On Day 7, return to Tikal for a half day tour or explore the seldom visited Maya ruins of Yaxha, set on the northern shores of a lagoon. Optional afternoon nature walk on hanging bridges or ride the local ziplines for an up-close view of the fantastic rainforest canopy world of screeching howler monkeys and squawking parrots. Depart on Day 8.
Dates & Pricing
Best months to go: January to December. For our Private Journeys, you choose your own group and your preferred dates. Prices are per person and not guaranteed until services are confirmed. Contact us for availability, questions, or to book your adventure!Payment & Cancel Schedule
At time of reservation: $1,000
90 Days prior to departure: Balance
*Please note that this differs from our standard policy.
Cancellation & Transfer Schedule
Minimum fee: $500 per person
61-90 days prior to departure: 25% of trip cost
46-60 days prior to departure: 50% of trip cost
45 days or less: 100% of trip cost
*Please note that this differs from our standard policy.
Included
- Expert leadership of private guides
- Accommodations in comfortable, well-appointed hotels
- All breakfasts and 3 lunches as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
- All ground transportation and baggage handling from meeting until departure
- All activities as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
Not Included
- Travel to and from the arrival and departure location as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
- Additional hotel nights outside the trip's scheduled dates
- Optional gratuities to guides or staff
- Optional travel insurance
- Other expenses of a personal nature (some alcoholic beverages, laundry, etc.)
- Any activities and services described as an upgrade or optional
Accommodations
Listed below are our signature accommodations for this trip. Although it is highly unlikely, we may make substitutions when necessary.
Casa Santo Domingo
Days 1-2 (2 nights)
With beautiful gardens and traditional courtyards and fountains, the Casa Santo Domingo is an oasis in the heart of Antigua. A former 16th century monastery, the hotel is about a 10-minute walk from Antigua's main plaza. The spacious guest rooms have private baths and many rooms have in-room fireplaces. The public rooms, including a small museum on the premises, feature a collection of colonial objects and the works of local artists. The hotel has appeared on Travel & Leisure's “World's Best Hotels” list.Optional Upgrade: El Convento Boutique Hotel
Villa Santa Catarina
Days 3-4 (2 nights)
The Villa Santa Catarina, a peaceful retreat right on the shores of volcano-ringed Lake Atitlán, conveys a Spanish-Colonial flavor and a relaxing ambiance. Guest rooms feature private bathrooms and balconies; the hotel's pool offers views of the lake and its volcanoes. The Villa Santa Catarina is located in the village of Santa Catarina Palopò, just south of Panajachel, famous for its beautiful locally produced textiles.Optional Upgrade: Casa Palopo
Villa Maya
Days 5-7 (3 nights)
The Villa Maya is a quiet retreat located on the shores of Petenchel and Monifata lagoons in a private natural reserve just 45 minutes from Tikal. The hotel's 56 simple but stylish guest rooms (arranged in separate bungalows, with four rooms each) feature en suite bath, air conditioning, and private veranda with views of the lagoon, tropical forest, and gardens (and great bird-watching right from your room). Nature trails lead around the lake and through the gardens, and there's a flock of resident macaws right on the property. Sunsets from the bar are terrific and you can enjoy tasty meals in the open-air restaurant built above the lagoon. A triangular swimming pool and hot tub overlooking the lake offer a refreshing respite after a day exploring the ruins of Tikal.Optional Upgrade: Las Lagunas Hotel
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What the Trip is Like
This trip is rated Level 2, Easiest, according to our trip grading system. It features vehicle-based sightseeing and day walks, with hotel accommodations throughout. The walking at the ruin sites sometimes involves stairs or rough, uneven surfaces, and that can be strenuous. We do recommend that everyone make special efforts to get in good physical condition for the trip, as it will greatly increase your enjoyment.
This journey can be enjoyed year-round. Altitude is the biggest climatic consideration in Guatemala. In the highlands, including Antigua, Guatemala City, Atitlan, and Chichicastenango, the altitudes are between 4,300 and 6,900 feet and the daytime temperatures are usually 65°F to 80°F. Humidity is rarely a problem in the highlands. At night in the highlands, have a jacket handy because temperatures can drop as low as the 30s. However, in the lowland Petén jungle at Tikal, it is very humid and daytime temperatures are in the 80°Fs. There are two general seasons in Guatemala. From May to October, skies are a mix of sunshine and clouds and you can expect periodic short tropical downpours in the late afternoons, clearing for the evening. From November to April, it is cooler, with clearer skies and cold nights, especially in December and January.
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Client Testimonials
"Highest praises for both our guide and driver. They were very knowledgable, thoughtful, considerate, and funny. We enjoyed every moment we spent with them and are so grateful to have met them."
Radha N.
Hillsborough, CA
"Far exceeded my expectations. Well done! Would definitely travel with Wilderness again."
Richard B.
Philadelphia, PA
"We very much enjoyed our trip and look forward to more travel in Central America. What made the trip so memorable was our guide. She was absolutely outstanding."
Scott W.
Seattle, WA
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Trip Levels
With more than 200 different adventures to choose from, we want to help you find the trip that’s right for you. Our Trip Level system ranks each trip in two ways: a number rating from 1 to 6 according to the activity, and general travel rigors. 1 is the easiest and 6+ the most difficult—see descriptions below for explanations of each number. A plus (+) sign means the trip is a bit more strenuous than other trips of that level. The detailed explanation of each trip—below the bar with the number rating—is perhaps more important, specifying activities, altitudes, hiking, and travel conditions. The Detailed Itinerary, available by download or mail, gives further information. Our Area Managers can also answer questions and guide you to the trip that best suits your interests.
Level 1 – Easiest
Non-camping journeys, optional walks, little elevation gain or loss.
Level 2 – Easy to Moderate
Hotel nights and/or safari-style camping, hikes of two to four hours on some days. Other physical activities are sometimes included, such as optional sea kayaking.
Level 3 – Moderate
Half- to full-day hikes (3-6 hours) over rolling countryside on most days, occasional steep trails. Many of our hotel-based walking tours are in this category, as are our snorkeling adventures.
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- Some trips with minimal hiking but rugged travel conditions or long drives, such as Tribal Ghana, Togo & Benin, are Trip Level 3.
Level 4 – Moderate to Strenuous
Full-day hikes (4-6 hours), mountainous terrain, significant elevation gains and losses (hiking up or down as much as 3,000 feet) on many days. Altitudes no greater than about 10,000 feet.
Level 5 – Strenuous
Full-day hikes (4-8 hours), mountainous, steep terrain (hiking up or down as much as 3,500 feet) on many days. Trips with hiking at average altitudes of 10,000 to 12,000 feet are in this category.
Level 6 – Very Strenuous
Full-day hikes (5-8 hours), mountainous, steep terrain (hiking up or down as much as 3,500 feet) on many days. Most hikes take place at altitudes above 10,000 feet, with some days ascending as high as 18,000 feet.
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