You are a group or individuals and looking for a trip blending natural and cultural beauties in Guatemala (jungle and Mayan archeological sites) and in Belize (its exceptional breath-taking coral reef): this tour is for you!
In Belize, we suggest you to stay on Caye Caulker island which offers comfortable and budget accommodations. If you prefer luxury hotel, we will propose you San Pedro Ambergris
14 days / 13 nights trip
Itinerary in Guatemala: Chichicastenango and Sololá 's markets, Lake Atitlán, the colonial city of Antigua, the archeological sites of Copán, Quiriguá, Aguateca and Tikal, the Caribbean Lívingston and the river Río Dulce. In Belize, snorkelling and diving in an excepcional coral reef.
You can make this trip all year round (best weather between November and June).
Wish a different itinerary Let us design it together. Contact us at: contact@mayaexplor.com
Arrival
Welcoming at the airport. Overnight in Guatemala city.
Day 2
Sunday
Chichicastenango
Departure to Chichicastenango, one of the most beautiful Indian markets in Guatemala with its multicoloured Mayan textiles, flowers and fruits. In the afternoon, departure to Panajachel (Lake Atitlán).
Day 3
Monday
Lake Atitlán
We cross the lake by boat for Santiago Atitlán, a village famous for its handicraft and traditional fabrics. In the afternoon, we visit the villages of Santa Catarina Palopó and San Antonio Palopó. Overnight in Panajachel.
Day 4
Tuesday
Sololá
Visit of Sololá’s market. Because of the geographical position of this village, located between the highlands and the Pacific coast, a remarkable mix of different populations can be noticed on market days. In the afternoon, departure to Antigua, where we spend the night.
Day 5
Wednesday
Antigua
Visit of this splendid “colonial jewel”, former capital of Guatemala during the Spanish era. In this once-flourishing capital, victim of devastating earthquakes, one relishes the atmosphere of colonial architecture. Side-streets are enlivened by the presence of Indians, "Ladinos" and tourists
Day 6
Thursday
Copán
Departure to Copán, the southernmost centre of lowland Mayan civilization with its notorious artistic sculpture. Overnight in the village.
Day 7
Friday
Quiriguá and Lívingston
Travel to Puerto Barrios. In route, visit of the archeological site of Quiriguá, whose steles are the tallest in the Mayan world. From Puerto Barrios, travel by boat to Lívingston, a Caribbean village.
Day 8
Saturday
Río Dulce
From Lívingston, by boat on the Río Dulce, we will enjoy tropical fauna and flora until reaching the Castillo San Felipe. Then, bus to Flores. Overnight in the island.
Day 9
Sunday
Aguateca
Bus to Sayaxché and excursion by boat on the Petexbatún river. Visit of the archeological site of Aguateca, deep into tropical forest. Back to Flores.
Day 10
Monday
Tikal
Visit this incredible ceremonial centre located in the heart of the national park. Among all the Mayan sites, Tikal is certainly the most impressive for visitors. Night in a lodge in the tropical forest.
Day 11
Tuesday
Tikal - Belize City - Caye Caulker
Departure to Belize City (by plane or bus depending on the operations of Belizean flights companies). Flight to Caye Caulker.
Day 12
Wednesday
Caye Caulker
Free day for manatee’s watching, snorkelling or diving.
Day 13
Thursday
Caye Caulker
Free day for manatee’s watching, snorkelling or diving.
Day 14
Friday
Caye Caulker - Belize City - return flight
Flight to the Belize City international airport for the return flight.
Prices (2010) in US $, per person, double room accommodation, for groups of :
2 people
3 people
4 and 5 people
6 and 7 people
8 people
A
B
A
B
A
B
A
B
A
B
1,940
2,265
1,595
1,920
1,425
1,750
1,260
1,585
1,220
1,545
( A : 2 / 3 stars hotels and B : 3 / 4 stars hotels )
N.B.: prices are established for adults. Discounts for children under 12.
Prices include:
13 nights in 2 / 3 * hotels (option A) or 3 / 4 * hotels (option B), accommodations in double rooms with "American breakfast" (except in Caye Caulker where breakfasts are not included);
all land transportation in private vehicle;
the flight from Flores to Belize city;
local flights in Belize;
boat transportation in private boats: from Panajachel to Santiago Atitlán & return (D 3), from Puerto Barrios to Lívingston (D 7), from Lívingston to Río Dulce (D 8) and to Aguateca (D 9);
English speaking guide services in Antigua, Copán, Aguateca and Tikal.
Prices do not include:
international flights;
other meals;
airport taxes;
drinks and personal expenses;
tips;
sites entrance fees;
excursions in Belize;
border taxes in Honduran and Belize;
insurance.
Additional costs, in US $, (prices per person):
Half board supplement (dinners)
Single room supplement
Triple room reduction
A
B
A
B
A
B
180
210
320
525
80
150
Half board : except for dinners in Belize
English speaking guide from D1 to D10, for groups of :
