Wednesday, January 20

 

Arrivals - Guatemala City

Group arrival and welcome at GUA airport. Transfer to Westin Camino Real in Guatemala City for 1 night's accommodation.

Group Dinner

Overnight at Westin Camino Real.

Thursday, January 21

 

Guatemala City to Lake Atitlan

Breakfast at Westin Camino Real.

Group Excursion

Group transfer to at 8:00 AM to Chichicastenango (2 hrs 45 min).

Chichicastenango, home to one of Guatemala’s most vibrant and colorful traditional markets. Explore stalls filled with handcrafted textiles, pottery, masks, flowers, and local produce while experiencing the rich Maya culture and centuries-old traditions of this highland town.

Lunch at Hotel Santo Tomás.

Group Transfer to Lake Atitlan

Depart Chichicastenango at 3 PM (2 hrs 15 min).

Group check-in at Hotel Atitlán for 2 nights’ accommodations, a charming hacienda-style hotel set on the shores of Lake Atitlán, surrounded by lush botanical gardens and sweeping views of the San Pedro, Tolimán, and Atitlán volcanoes. Once a working coffee plantation, the hotel blends traditional Guatemalan character with comfortable, thoughtfully appointed rooms, creating a peaceful retreat for enjoying the lake’s natural beauty, local culture, and memorable sunsets.

Overnight at Hotel Atitlan.

 Friday, January 22

 

Lake Atitlan

Breakfast at Hotel Atitlan.

Enjoy a scenic boat excursion across Lake Atitlán, visiting the lakeside villages of Santiago, San Juan la Laguna, and Santa Catarina, each offering its own distinct culture, artisan traditions, and beautiful views. 

Lunch at Hotel Villa Santa Catarina.

Overnight at Hotel Atitlan.

Saturday, January 23

 

Lake Atitlan

Breakfast at Hotel Atitlan.

Time at leisure to relax at the hotel or explore Antigua on own. Optional tours are available for additional cost: visit to Atitlan Nature Reserve -or- visit San Antonio Palopó. For more information on these optional experiences, please click here.

Overnight at Hotel Atitlan.

Sunday, January 24

 

Lake Atitlan to Antigua

Breakfast at Hotel Atitlan.

Group transport to the pre-Columbian Mesoamerican site of Iximche (1 hr 45 min) to visit sacred ruins and witness a spiritual Mayan ceremony. Lunch at Katok of Tecpan.

Group transport to Antigua (1 hr 30 min).

Hotel

Group check-in at Hotel Museo Spa Casa Santo Domingo for 3 nights’ accommodations, a distinctive boutique hotel set within the beautifully preserved ruins of a former 17th-century convent in the heart of La Antigua Guatemala. Blending colonial history, elegant accommodations, and modern comfort, the hotel features tranquil gardens, museums, art galleries, dining, and a full-service spa—offering a memorable and convenient base for exploring Antigua’s cobblestone streets, historic landmarks, and vibrant local culture.

Overnight at Casa Santo Domingo.

 

Monday, January 25

 

Antigua

Breakfast at Casa Santo Domingo.

Group Excursion

Discover the history and culture of Antigua with visits to the Cathedral, La Merced, and San Francisco—three of the city’s most iconic colonial landmarks. Continue to Finca La Azotea, a working coffee farm and cultural estate, where you will learn about Guatemala’s renowned coffee heritage and the journey from bean to cup.

Enjoy lunch at the finca, surrounded by its beautiful gardens and historic setting.

Overnight at Casa Santo Domingo.

Tuesday, January 26

 

Antigua

Breakfast at Casa Santo Domingo.

Time at leisure to relax at the hotel or explore Antigua on own. Optional tours are available for additional cost: visit to Pacaya Volcano -or- visit to towns of San Juan del Obispo and San Antonio Aguascalientes. For more information on these optional experiences, please click here.

Farewell dinner at ruins.

Overnight at Casa Santo Domingo.

Wednesday, January 27

 

Departures - Guatemala City

Breakfast at Casa Santo Domingo.

Group transfer to GUA airport for international departures (or trip extension to Tikal).