MAYAN SPLENDOR Adults - Students

Cultural & Adventure trip to the Mayan Splendor, direct from the local operator.

Antigua – Chichicastenango – Atitlan Lake– Tikal – Caribbean Cost - Guatemala

• Theme: Cultural - Adventures - Archaeological expedition 
• Itinerary: 10 days
• Guides: English, French or Spanish and Mayan guides
• Hotel: Budget or Standard class
• Transport: Microbus, domestic flight, small boats

• Group or individual travelers, students or adults.

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A wonderful and unique experience awaits the travelers in Guatemala. They are oriented towards the conservation and the support of local indigenous cultures by a human and responsible approach. They will meet indigenous populations and live a human and memorable experience. A combined circuit where they will discover the secrets of the Mayan people by having amazing and once in a life time experiences. Explore wild conservation sanctuaries ridding is small boats trough beautiful rivers full of vegetation that are considered a miracle of nature where you will have the chance to see crocodiles, wood peckers, wild ducks and pelicans. You will experience the real life of ordinary people and visit a indigenous school located in the middle of a small jungle and be a witness of the "out side the box" education. You will also visit Kakchiquel and Quekchi tribes that during the conquest of the Spaniards fourth great wars and left antique buildings behind. Finally, you will also enjoy the Mayan world at its best by visiting the heart of the civilization in Tikal. Discover this memorable experience with our professional's staffs. Many adult, student, family groups was traveled with us for since many years for discover the wonderful and mystical Mayan World.

Day 1: Arrival to Guatemala City - Antigua.
You will be welcomed Tropical Adventures, transferred to your hotel in Antigua. Night at the hotel.

Day 2: Antigua  -BVideo Rio Dulce Look album
Breakfast.
-In the morning, free time to discover Antigua - The Spanish Colonial style permeates every part of the town: its houses, churches, squares, parks and ruins, also its traditions and folklore as well. Antigua is a city of charm and color where you can see and buy an overwhelming variety of attractive, handmade products that honor the traditions of generations of artisans - Night at the hotel.**Guided City Tour optional.

Day 3: Antigua - Lago Atitlan -B
Breakfast – 8h This morning we will visit an Mayan Interpretation Center.- Then an Coffee Tour to know the cultivation to the tasting – PM We will go in search of the Altiplano’s high plateaus,'' Atitlan Lake''. Overnight in Panajachel.

Day 4: Lago Atitlan -B Look album
Breakfast - Cruise on one of the most beautiful lake in the world with greenish blue water. First we will stop over at Santiago Atitlán, to discover a very picturesque little Indian village. Visit of the village and the market. – Continuation by boat to San Juan La Laguna for an Cultural Tour. – Free time inside the market - Night at Panajachel Optional: Canopy Tour. Clip video

Day 5: Panajachel – Chichicastenango – Guatemala City -B Clip video   Look album
Breakfast- Transfer to Chichicastenango where you will admire the biggest handicraft market of all Guatemala, you will be able to purchase hand made clothing and articles, local pottery, textiles and many other objects that will be the perfect souvenirs. Excursion to the sacred hill of Pascual Abaj, where we will witness a Mayan ceremony -Lunch- Transfer to Guatemala City. –Supper - Night in Guatemala City.

Day 6: Guatemala – Quirigua – Rio Dulce -B
Breakfast- Transfer toward the Caribbean Shores - Time off at the pool - After the lunch, Free time to visit of the archaeological site of Quiriguá. Transfer to Rio Dulce and night.

Day 7: Rio Dulce -B Clip videoVideo Rio Dulce Look album
Breakfast- Jungle boat: Its an expedition for a 20 mile long boat trip that will take us trough the natural reserve of Chocon Machacas. We will observe seagulls and pelicans and many other tropical birds, and maybe turtles or crocodiles, also you'll look the San Felipe Castel (PDF), its a pirate fortress. Free time at the beach –lunch- We continue on boat towards a jungle school that is in the middle of a tropical forest - Night at Rio Dulce.

Day 8: Rio Dulce – Flores -B
Breakfast-  This morning we will swim at the laguna de ''El Paraiso'' is located in a beautiful setting in the jungle, it is a natural SPA given by Mother Nature. - PM Transfer to Flores, free time. – Night at hotel.

Day 9: Flores - Tikal - Guatemala City -B Look album
Breakfast- Transfer to the archaeological site of Tikal -You will have an guided visit of the ancient city of Tikal, where you will admire the sacred Mayan temples and have the opportunity to climb most of the pyramids to have a panoramic view of the jungle - Transfer to airport for you flight to Guatemala City (OW) – Night at hotel.

Day 10: Hotel – Airport -B
Breakfast- Transfer to the airport for your international flight.

Breakfast (B)

THE PACKAGE INCLUDES:

  • The entry to the mentioned activities.
  • The accommodation in hotel from budget or standard class, double occupation
  • All breakfast.
  • All the local transports by earth, by air or by the river.
  • The flight from Santa Elena to Guatemala City (OW).
  • English, French or Spanish speaking driver-guide.
  • Excursions mentioned inside the program.
  • Private boat on the Atitlan Lake
  • Private boat on the Rio Dulce
  • Guided tour of Tikal and entry
  • International flight

THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

  • Airport tax in Santa Elena & Guatemala City: 2 X $3us pp.
  • All meals except breakfasts
  • The personals expenses.
  • Drinks
  • Museums in Tikal
  • Museums in Antigua
  • Optional ''Guided Tour'' of Antigua +$25 us pp.
  • Single occupation
  • Hight Season price
  • International flight

REGULAR SEASON

2 pers

4 pers

6 pers

8 pers

S. SINGLE

1* ECONO

$1350 us

$1200 us

$1150 us

$1100 us

$200 us

2** BUDGET

$1400 us

$1275 us

$1199 us

$1130 us

$225 us

3*** STANDARD

$1499 us

$1350 us

$1299 us

$1250 us

$300 us

*Price and itinerary must be confirmed, for personalized trip contact us

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES :

  • Family homestay to Antigua
  • Aid at the community program + 1 or half day
  • Spanish school ...
  • Pacific Beach full day
  • Canopy Tour (Zipe Line) ...
  • Volcano expedition
  • Econo program, (without domestic flight) + 1 day, full bus transportation.
  • SAILING ADVENTURES ...

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  • Hotel: Budget - Standard ?
  • All breakfast ?
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CONFIRMATION OF PRICE: Prices are guaranteed for 30 days.
EQUIPMENT: •Flashlight• Walking shoes • Sunscreen • Water bottle • Pull over to the Highlands • Swimwear • Hats • Rainwear •Insect repellent • Sunglasses • Travel Diary • Pencil • Paper • Camera.
ACCOMMODATION: Available in triple occupancy, double or single supplement, a good choice, very clean and well kept. Packages available in 4 categories: * Economic, Budget **, *** Standard, Standard Plus ****.
BAGGAGE: You carry your own luggage during travel and transfers. Baggage backpack style is much more recommended.
CANCELLATION: No refund will be made on deposits, unless the departure is canceled, delayed, moved by Tropical Adventures SA. Cancellation less than 45 days before departure date and no refunds will be made. Tropical Adventures Ltd. reserves the right to make adjustments to the itinerary and to cancel any expedition before departure. In this case, a refund will represent the final settlement to the passenger.
NO SHOW: NO REFUND
PARTICIPANTS: Must be courteous, respectful, kind to the group, guide, driver or operator. In the case of one or more participants demonstrate misconduct, disrespect, the operator reserves the right to cancel under notice when this matter this contract or to the concerned passengers, without any financial compensation or discount.
RESERVATION AND PAYMENT POLICY: Deposit of $ 300 U.S., PP, booking, and then payment in full at least 30 days before the arrival of passengers. (Not refundable). Legal registered trade mark: Aventures Tropicales SA, Tour Operator, Guatemala.
FINAL PAYMENT: The balance must be settled GLOBAL 30 days before the arrival of passengers. In case of delay for the final payment, notice that the reservation is automatically cancelled INVOLVING THE CANCELLATION FEES STAY THE VALUE OF DEPOSIT.
FOR RESERVATIONS: Tropical Adventures in need: names and names of participants, similar to what appears on the passport.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The operator assumes no liability at this present contract, either on air traffic delays, delayed or missed connections, lost luggage, loss or theft, bad weather, bad weather, non feasibility of the route, in case of strikes, demonstrations, heavy rain, storms, conditions of roads impassable, no responsibility for the impacts and road hazards, accidents, injuries, death and the sports played, etc.
PAYMENT: Direct bank transfer to us $USD or through your local travel agent.
NOTE:
* Notify us when you made your deposit, indicating the amount deposited.
* For local air flight, we will need the full names of passengers, same on your passport.
* Please confirm your exact time of arrival, the air line company, the flight number, this to the reception quality.

AVENTURES TROPICALES S.A ( Receptive -Tour Operator)

Guatemala Ciudad
GUATEMALA, CA

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