Guatemala & Belize

Mayan temples and coral reefs

9 days • Air & land
9 days • Antigua/Belize City
from $1363 land only

Locally hosted
Travel any day!

Your Travel Value Includes Scheduled round-trip flights when TRAVEL 360 issues the air tickets Round-trip transfers between the airport and hotel, including baggage handling at the airport Choice of hotels in twin-bedded rooms with private bath or shower 2 continental breakfasts (CB), 6 breakfasts (B) and 2 lunches (L) as indicated in the itinerary Services of an English-speaking local host Sightseeing program with local guides including admission charges where applicable Guided tour of Antigua; boat cruise to Santiago with tour; Chichicastenango; private tour of Maya monuments, pyramids and jungle at Tikal One way air between Guatemala City/ Tikal; One way air Tikal/Belize City; Round-trip air Belize City/Ambergris Caye Hotel taxes and service charges TRAVEL 360 flight bag and portfolio of travel documents

Itinerary

Day 1 DEPART USA / GUATEMALA CITY / ANTIGUA.
Upon arrival, you are met and privately transferred to your hotel in Antigua. The balance of the day is free to relax or begin exploring on your own.

Day 2 ANTIGUA.
Your half-day private tour will cover the architectural and historical highlights of this colonial city, with a behind-the-scenes look at some of the many churches, convents, and cathedrals. This tour is flexible; if you have specific sights that you wish to see, your guide will be happy to accommodate you. The afternoon is at leisure to explore Antigua on your own and shop for Guatemala’s famous arts and crafts. (CB)

Note: Market days in Antigua are Sat., Mon. and Thu.

Day 3 ANTIGUA / LAKE ATITLAN.
Start the day with a private transfer to Lake Atitlan. On arrival, meet your boatman and guide and glide across the lake to the village of Santiago. Along the way, marvel at the surrounding landscapes, especially the volcanoes. Your guide will show you around the village and if you like, you can visit the Maya God Maximon, an interesting smoking and drinking effigy that locals revere. Often a shaman is contracted and you may see a ritual being performed. (CB,L)

Day 4 LAKE ATITLAN / CHICHICASTENANGO / FLORES.
Travel through the highlands to the famous market at Chichicastenango. Full of
artisans, this market is great for displaying the wide array of local crafts available
in Guatemala. Also, look for the Maya rituals being performed in the Catholic Church. Then transfer to Guatemala City Airport in time to catch the flight to Flores in the northern rainforest region of the country. (B)

Day 5 TIKAL EXCURSION.
An early morning start to explore the UNESCO “Heritage of Humanity” listed ruins at Tikal, where huge Mayan temples rise above the jungle canopy, and noisy monkeys and colorful birds are abundant in the surrounding rainforest. This afternoon fly back to Guatemala City where you will be met and transferred back to your hotel. The balance of the day is at leisure. Tonight, perhaps try one of the restaurants and bars of the lively Zone 10 area. (B,L)

Day 6 FLORES / BELIZE CITY / SAN PEDRO / AMBERGRIS CAYE.
This morning take the short flight to Belize City where you connect for the flight to San Pedro on Ambergris Caye. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax by the pool, stroll along the beach or to explore the bustling village of San Pedro with its shops and excellent restaurants. (B)

Days 7 & 8 AMBERGRIS CAYE.
Two full days for you to relax and enjoy the ambience of this beautiful island. Life here is casual and carefree. The Caye parallels Belize’s barrier reef – the longest unbroken living coral reef in the world. This is a paradise for swimming, diving and snorkeling. (B daily)

Day 9 SAN PEDRO / DEPART BELIZE CITY.
You are transferred to San Pedro airport for your flight to Belize City to connect with your flight home, arriving the same day. (B)

 

TRAVEL 360 Hotels
ANTIGUA - Palacio Chico (ST); Posada de Don Rodrigo (F); Panza Verde (SF)
LAKE ATITLAN - Posada Santiago (ST); Hotel Atitlan (F); Casa Palopo (DLX)
FLORES - Maya International (ST); Villa Maya (F); Camino Real Tikal (SF)
AMBERGRIS CAYE - Sunbreeze - standard room (ST); Ramons Village (F); Villas at Banyon Bay - pool view (SF)

 

 

 

Tour CGB Land Only Prices Per Person from   Twin Single Triple Superior Tourist Class $1363 $2125 $1152 First Class $1641 $2727 $1362 Sup First Class/Deluxe $2064 $3183 $1549 Departs weekly on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays. Tuesday and Friday departures operate with a slightly modified itinerary, however sightseeing and overnights are not affected. Local security and airport improvement taxes are not included and payable at the local airports. Price based on a minimum of 2 passengers traveling. A “Travel Alone” supplement may apply. The “LAND ONLY” prices include air Guatemala City/Tikal/Belize City and round-trip Belize City/San Pedro. Sample economy airfares are from $512-$731 and are valid from/to Miami. Airfares from other cities and U.S. departure taxes will be advised at the time of booking. Airfares and taxes are subject to change.