Mayan Trails of Guatemala & Belize

Day 1 Antigua, Guatemala    
Upon arrival in Guatemala City transfer to the beautiful colonial city of Antigua.    

Day 2 Antigua    
Explore the historical highlights of Guatemala’s former capital on a guided walking tour through delightful cobbled streets.    

Day 3 Antigua to Lake Atitlán    
Drive to stunning Lake Atitlán. En route visit the highland town of Chichicastenango where you can haggle for handicrafts and multi-coloured textiles on market days (Sundays and Thursdays).    

Day 4 Lake Atitlán    
Enjoy a tour of this picturesque lake and visit the villages of San Juan La Laguna and Santiago Atitlán to experience the culture of the indigenous communities.    

Day 5 Lake Atitlán to El Petén    
Return to Guatemala City and fly to Flores before transferring to your hotel in El Petén.    

Day 6 Tikal    
Discover the magic and mystery of the ancient world with an excursion to the impressive Mayan site of Tikal. Explore the huge temples which rise above the canopy and gain a fascinating insight into local history and culture, as howler monkeys roar in the surrounding jungle.  

Day 7 El Petén    
Today is at leisure. Ask your travel consultant for details about a trip to the mystical ruins of Yaxhá, or simply take the time to relax.    

Day 8 El Petén to the Cayo District, Belize  
Say farewell to Guatemala and cross the border into Belize. Explore the hilltop Mayan ruins of Xunantunich on the way to your lodge in Belize’s Cayo District.

Days 9-10 Cayo District  
With two days at leisure, explore Mayan ruins, sub-tropical forests teeming with wildlife and tranquil azure pools on jungle walks, challenging hikes or canoe trips. Excursions can be arranged locally from your lodge.    

Day 11 Cayo District to Ambergris Caye  
Drive to Belize City on the Caribbean coast and fly to the beautiful tropical island of Ambergris Caye, known for its white sands, palm trees and clear waters.    

Days 12-13 Ambergris Caye    
Spend the days relaxing on a spectacular beach or take a boat trip for world-class diving and snorkelling in crystal seas to view pretty corals and abundant tropical marine life.

Day 14 Ambergris Caye to Belize City    
Take a short flight back to Belize City for your onward arrangements.