ONE DAY GUATEMALA
Shore Excursions
Take a day to explore and immerse yourself in the wonders of Guatemala. From your cruise ship at Puerto Quetzal, let us share with you the splendor and beauty of Guatemala. From the nostalgia of Antigua, the unique culture of the Mayas, and the astounding collection of birds, Guatemala has something for every traveler. Contact us to personalize your one day private tour or book online through our Quick Book scheduler.
Explore Antigua and Local Villages
Less than an hour outside of Guatemala City, Antigua takes you back to another place in time. The nearly 500-year-old city is cradled by three volcanoes and accented with colorful facades of 16th century mansions, churches and convents. La Antigua offers an array of restaurants, boutiques and venues with live music.
Visit San Francisco church and ruins, Santo Domingo ruins, La Merced church and ruins, the street with the famous Arch and buildings around the Main Square (Municipal building, Palace, Cathedral).
By working with local Guatemalan families, Amerigo Travel forges amazing partnerships that not only allow us to give back, but also help us share the customs and traditions of a remarkable culture that transcends time. We invite you to share these unique experiences with one of our families and help build a stronger and better local community. By joining us for one of our Artisanal Workshops you are able to experience some of the traditional activities that the Guatemalan people have passed down for centuries within these local communities.
Explore Antigua & Local Villages Itinerary:
08:00a.m. Pick up from your cruise ship's port (Puerto Quetzal) and transfer into Antigua, Guatemala. Approximately 1.5 hour drive.
09:00a.m. San Antonio Aguas Calientes
10:15a.m. Macadamia Farm
11:00a.m. San Pedro las Huertas
11:45a.m. San Juan del Obispo
12:30p.m. Lunch
13:00p.m. Walking Tour of Antigua - including the local churches and ruins and visit Santa Catalina, Antigua’s famous Arch, as well as the buildings surrounding the city's main square.
15:00p.m. Transfer back to the port
16:15p.m. Drop Off at port to return to your cruise.
A Perfect Rendezvous with Dynamic Mayan Culture
2 PERSON ITINERARY
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1 DAY
SHORE EXCURSION
$586
2 PERSON ITINERARY
Experience Mayan Culture
After an exciting tour of the unique city of Antigua find yourself enjoying the day in a traditional atmosphere by having lunch with a local family. Following your lunch, indulge in true Maya culture with a Mayan Ceremony, complete with a spiritual guide.
The Mayan Civilization, known as one of the mother civilizations of humanity, has practices and traditions, which tap into the wonders of the universe and life. TheMayan Ceremony is one of the best ways build an understanding of the cosmology and life vision of the Mayas. You will discover the process and the meaning of each detail of the ceremony and learn the meanings behind the beliefs. Aj’quij’= the spiritual guide, has the honor of being the intermediary between the cultures.
Guests can participate in the process by throwing candles or saying a pray. The main interest of the ceremony is to share Guatemala’s customs and the Aj’quij’ will always make the Ceremony in a way to show their thanks.
Experience Mayan Culture Itinerary
08:00a.m. Meet and Greet at Port from your cruise ship's port (Puerto Quetzal) and transfer into Antigua, Guatemala. Approximately 1.5 hour drive.
09:30a.m. Antigua Guatemala tour- including the local churches and ruins and visit Santa Catalina, Antigua’s famous Arch, as well as the buildings surrounding the city's main square.
12:30P.m. Lunch with Mayan Family
13:15p.m. Mayan Ceremony
15:00p.m. Transfer back to the port
16:15p.m. Drop off at port to return to your cruise
Once-in-a-Lifetime Cultural Experience
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1 DAY
SHORE EXCURSION
$690
2 PERSON ITINERARY
CULTURAL IMMERSION
Antigua Guatemala Tour and Relaxing Hot Springs
After exploring Antigua's main attractions relax your stresses away with the natural thermal waters from Guatemala's unique volcanic hot springs.
This exclusive hot spring spa offers a therapeutic thermal circuit and thermal steam sauna from natural thermal pools. Experience the thermal circuit along with messages, or enjoy the fun of the family pool with slide. With 13 thermal pools that are maintained at varying temperatures, you are sure to find an ideal thermal water relaxation experience.
Antigua Tour and Relaxing Hot Springs Itinerary
08:00a.m. Meet and Greet at Port from your cruise ship's port (Puerto Quetzal) and transfer into Antigua, Guatemala. Approximately 1.5 hour drive.
09:30a.m. Antigua Guatemala Tour- including the local churches and ruins and visit Santa Catalina, Antigua’s famous Arch, as well as the buildings surrounding the city's main square.
11:45a.m. Transfer to Santa Teresita
12:30p.m. Lunch time
13:30p.m. Thermal circuit #1
15:15p.m. Transfer back to the port
16:30p.m. Drop off at port to return to your cruise
Relax in natural hot springs
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1 DAY
SHORE EXCURSION
$680
2 PERSON ITINERARY
RELAXING HOT SPRING
Discover Antigua’s Ancestral Market
Guatemala's colorful and vibrant market days have been celebrated for more than 4,000 years. Markets are the best opportunities to experience Guatemala's rich traditional Mayan culture in one location, each hosting splendid examples of traditional textiles, handicrafts, and an assortment of unique food.
After an exciting tour of the unique city of Antigua find yourself enjoying the day in a traditional atmosphere by visiting one of Guatemala’s most noteworthy destinations, a quintessential market. Complete your day by having lunch with a local family.
Discover Antigua's Ancestral Market Itinerary
08:00a.m. Meet and Greet at Port from your cruise ship's port (Puerto Quetzal) and transfer into Antigua, Guatemala. Approximately 1.5 hour drive.
09:30a.m. Tour of Antigua's Ancestral Market
12:30P.m. Lunch with Mayan Family
13:15p.m. Antigua Guatemala tour- including the local churches and ruins and visit Santa Catalina, Antigua’s famous Arch, as well as the buildings surrounding the city's main square.
15:00p.m. Transfer back to the port
16:15p.m. Drop off at port to return to your cruise
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1 DAY
SHORE EXCURSION
$590
2 PERSON ITINERARY
TRADITIONAL GUATEMALA
Pacaya Volcano Excursion
Being in the Ring of Fire, with more than 37 volcanoes, Guatemala has an amazing geography. Three of its impressive volcanoes are currently active. Pacaya is one of the active volcanoes in Guatemala and is safe to climb. The experience of climbing Pacaya will definitely be an unforgettable one. Horses are available and suggested for this activity.
**Please keep in mind: it is a good idea to wear comfortable shoes for climbing or riding, a water proof jacket, hat, sun block, and sun glasses.
Pacaya Volcano Excursion
08:00a.m. Meet and Greet at Port from your cruise ship's port (Puerto Quetzal) and transfer into Antigua, Guatemala. Approximately 1.5 hour drive.
09:30a.m. Start ascending the volcano on horseback
11:00a.m. Explore the Pacaya Volcano
12:00p.m. Picnic Lunch
13:00p.m. Start descending
14:00p.m. Transfer back to the port
15:30p.m. Drop off at port to return to your cruise
Experience Pacaya Volcano on Horse Back
VOLCANO ADVENTURE
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1 DAY
SHORE EXCURSION
$660
2 PERSON ITINERARY
Discover Ixim’che
The Mayan Archeological Site of Ixim’che is one of the Post Classic cities from the Maya Civilization. The “K’aqchik’el” Mayan group founded it in, approximately, 1463. Ixim’che is the best way to start getting involved in the Mayan Cosmic and Spiritual Vision.
Discover the Ruins of Ixim’che
ANCIENT MAYAN RUINS
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1 DAY
SHORE EXCURSION
$580
2 PERSON ITINERARY
Enchanting Lake Atitlán
This volcanic crater lake is the deepest lake in Central America, and renowned as one of the most beautiful lakes in the world. Multiple Mayan archeological sites have been discovered at the lake; the latest Mayan “underwater city” (located 55 feet below the lake’s level) discovered, dates back to the late pre-classic period.
Many traditional Mayan lakeside communities are found near Atitlán. The inhabitants of the area still dress in customary garb and practice many traditions of their culture, some with a fusion of Spanish influence, including the worship of Maximón.
Enchanting Wonders of Lake Atitlán Itinerary
08:00a.m. Meet and Greet at Port from your cruise ship's port (Puerto Quetzal) and transfer to Lake Atitlán. Approximately 2.5 hour drive.
10:30a.m. San Jaun la Laguna
12:30p.m. Lunch
13:30p.m. Transfer back to the port
16:00p.m. Drop off at port to return to your cruise
Experience the Enchanting Wonders of Lake Atitlán
MOST BEAUTIFUL LAKE
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1 DAY
SHORE EXCURSION
$640
2 PERSON ITINERARY
Discover Tikal
The well-known temples of the largest Mayan site, Tikal, are located in the Petén department, which occupies approximately a third of the country, yet its population represents only about 4%. This huge expanse of tropical rainforest, swamps and savannah forms part of an untamed wilderness that stretches into the Lacandón forest and collects Maya cities from late pre-classic and classic period (400b.c. to 900a.d).
The National Park of Tikal is a protected area about 576 square kilometers, on the edge of the large “Reserva de la Biósfera Maya”. Animal species that can be found include the howler and spider monkeys and toucans and parakeets. Exploring Tikal will help you discover the Mayan spiritual and universe vision.
Minimum Tour Size: 10 (includes domestic round-trip executive flights, lunch, private ground transportation, private bilingual guide, water and snacks).
Discover Tikal Itinerary
08:00a.m. Meet and Greet your guide at Port from your cruise ship's port (Puerto Quetzal) and transfer to local executive airport.
08:30a.m. Depart for Flores
09:30a.m. Arrive in Flores Airport and ground transfer to Tikal National Park
11:00p.m. Tour Tikal
01:00p.m. Lunch
02:00p.m. Depart Tikal National Park to Flores Airport
03:00p.m. Fly back to Puerto Quetzal's Executive Airport and return to ship
Discover the Mayan Civilization
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Journey to Semuc Champey
The undeniable beauty of Semuc Champey makes this a prime location for travelers to Guatemala. All you need is your swimming trunks! Semuc is a perfect location to explore, enjoy nature, and cool off in the sublime turquoise pools of spring water. The natural pools of water are gradually stepped on a limestone bridge over the Cahabón River, making it a magical sight with shallow waterfalls flowing over the natural bridge. Semuc Champey is located within the Alta Verapaz Department close to the Q'eqchi' Mayan village of Lanquín.
Minimum Tour Size: 10 (includes domestic round-trip executive flights, lunch, private ground transportation, private bilingual guide, water and snacks).
Journey to Semuc Champey Itinerary
08:00a.m. Meet and Greet your guide at Port from your cruise ship's port (Puerto Quetzal) and transfer to local executive airport.
08:30a.m. Depart for Lanquín
09:30a.m. Arrive in Lanquín Airstrip and 4X4 ground transfer to Semuc Champey National Park
11:00p.m. Tour Semuc Champey
01:00p.m. Buffet Lunch in the Park
02:00p.m. Depart Semuc Champey National Park to Lanquín Airstrip
03:00p.m. Fly back to Puerto Quetzal's Executive Airport and return to ship
Enjoy Guatemala's natural beauty
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