6-Day Holy Week in Guatemala: Antigua, Guatemala City, Lake Atitlán and Tikal
Immerse yourself with Guatemala’s fascinating history and beautiful scenery on this 6-day tour.
See some of Guatemala’s best-known destinations as you take a city sightseeing tour around Antigua and Guatemala City to see the processions. Also enjoy a boat ride on Lake Atitlán, visit the Mayan ruins of Tikal and mainly be witness of the Holy Week Celebration in Antigua and Guatemala City.
We invite you to see the traditions and feel the fervor of all people during this special celebration in Guatemala.
ItineraryDay 1: Arrival to Guatemala CityPass By: Guatemalan Adventure Day Tour, Calle 3-40 13 13 calle 3-40 Z.10 Edificio Atlantis Office No. 50, Guatemala City 01010 Guatemala
Reception at La Aurora International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Guatemala City.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Real Intercontinental Guatemala City or Similar
Day 2: TikalStop At: Tikal National Park, Tikal National Park, Peten Department
Leaving early in the morning we will catch a flight to Flores, Petén, to visit the Mayan ruin of Tikal National Park. Explore everything from the Central Acropolis, a maze of courtyards and small temples, to Complex Q and R, where you'll see twin pyramid complexes with altars set in front of the temples. Visit the massive Temple I and the Temple of the Grand Jaguar. Time for lunch. Take a lunch break at the park before continuing your exploration of the national park. In the afternoon you will take the flight back to Guatemala City.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight in Antigua: Casa Santa Rosa or Similar
Day 3: Antigua and elaboration of carpets Stop At: Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala
After breakfast, enjoy of a walking tour in Antigua with your guide. We will visit the “Plaza Central” to see “The Cathedral”, “San Francisco Church”, “La Merced”, “Calle del Arco” and Jade factory. From its colonial architecture to its beautiful surroundings; strolling through town on the cobbled streets, you will experience the splendors of ancient times. Then, you will be part of a special activity in Antigua by helping to make an “Alfombra” or carpet that are elaborated with flowers and sawdust (aserrín) of many colors and with other materials. You will see how the procession pass over it.
Free afternoon to explore Antigua on your own.
Duration: 5 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight in Antigua: Casa Santa Rosa or Similar
Day 4: Antigua and Processions – Good Friday Stop At: Antigua, Antigua, Sacatepequez Department
Enjoy breakfast and a free morning at your hotel.
In the afternoon, around 3:00 p.m. explore the charming colonial city of Antigua on foot with your guide. You will appreciate the “Santo Entierro” procession in Antigua and it’s the biggest procession of the week. During this day you will see the Andas (Floats) that are usually very large. They are made of wood and they carry handles on either side for the cucuruchos to lift. These are just the bases however, the real art takes place on top.
The Cucuruchos are the men who carry Semana Santa floats. In the morning of Good Friday, the headdresses used are white. Then, from Friday afternoon, everyone switches to black robes and headdresses to symbolize mourning.
Duration: 4 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight in Antigua: Casa Santa Rosa or Similar
Day 5: Lake Atitlán Boat Tour Stop At: Lake Atitlan, Lake Atitlan, Solola Department, Western Highlands
After breakfast enjoy a beautiful private sightseeing cruise across the lake to the Tzutujil village of Santiago de Atitlán. You'll have time to stop for lunch (own expense) in Panajachel. In the afternoon transportation back to Antigua.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight in Antigua: Casa Santa Rosa or Similar
Day 6: DepartureStop At: Antigua, Antigua, Sacatepequez Department
After your amazing tour, transportation to the Airport to take the flight back to your country or to your next destination.
Duration: 4 hours
Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.
Informacion Adicional
"Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults"
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Infant meals not included"
"May be operated by a multi-lingual guide"
"A minimum of 2 people per booking is required"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Hora de Inicio:
09:00 AM
Duración: 6 Days
Lugar de comienzo: Traveler pickup is offered
Airports- La Aurora Airport, Guatemala City Guatemala
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.