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Explore remote villages on one of the below 11 unique Guatemala cultural experiences for 2026 or 2027. Visit the local village, meet the people, experience local cuisine with a local English speaking guide on your own private tour or small group guided tour. Discover unique local cultures on trips that include activities like Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Biking, and Homestays and cost from $94 for experiences of 5 to 14 days. Tell us about your ideal Guatemala cultural trip and our Guatemala experts will help you plan every detail of your next trip.

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Pacaya volcano a tourist attraction
from $2,936
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Maya Multisport

11 Day Itinerary
  • View glowing lava at Pacaya Volcano
  • Explore the Maya ruins of El Zotz
  • Kayak past villages on Lake Atitlan
  • Explore Panajachel at your leisure
Starts / Ends
Antigua / Guatemala City
Activities
Hiking, Camping, Kayaking, Ziplining
Activity Level
Moderate
Experience Guatemala’s diverse landscapes on an 11-day journey. Bike through Antigua’s forested trails, hike Pacaya Volcano, explore the ruins of Tikal, zipline over Lake Atitlán, and kayak its tranquil waters. Discover ancient history and thrilling outdoor adventures.
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Maya Pyramid in Tikal
from $3,502
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Maya Route: Belize and Guatemala Adventure

11 Day Itinerary
  • Tour the city of Antigua
  • Visit a women's textile cooperative
  • Explore iconic Mayan ruins
  • Journey into Actun Tunichil Muknal
  • Swim in Rio On Pools
  • Visit scenic Lake Atitlan
Activity Level
Relaxed
This 11-day trip hits the highlights of both Guatemala & Belize! ancient Mayan ruins, colorful markets, and vibrant villages on this 11-day Belize and Guatemala tour. Walk historic Antigua, explore Lake Atitlan, visit Tikal and Caracol, and descend into sacred caves in the Belize jungle. Experience culture, nature, and archaeology along the unforgettable Ruta Maya.
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St. Joseph's Cathedral Ruins, Antigua , Guatemala
from $1,653
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Classic Guatemala Explorer

8 Day Itinerary
  • Tour Antigua and visit churches
  • Attend Comalapa Market
  • Explore volcanic Lake Atitlan
  • Visit a local plantation
Starts / Ends
Guatemala City / Guatemala City
Activity Level
Relaxed
Experience Guatemala’s history and culture on this 8-day adventure. Walk through colonial Antigua, visit the art-filled San Juan Comalapa, and explore ancient ruins at Iximché and Tikal. Cross Lake Atitlán by boat, browse Chichicastenango’s famous market and discover Flores. See Maya traditions, stunning landscapes, and iconic sites, from volcanoes to jungle ruins.
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Semuc Champey, Guatemala
from $2,211
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Semuc Champey and Rio Dulce

5 Day Itinerary
  • Visit Maya archaeological sites
  • Explore limestone caves
  • Discover a natural limestone bridge
Activities
Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level
Easy Active
Extend your stay in Guatemala with this 5-day extension tour! Explore Maya ruins & natural limestone caves, and learn about the local traditions and culture. Each day features a new adventure, including the Rio Dulce and the village markets, hiking Lanquin Caves, and discovering Choban and Semuc Champey.
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Lake Atitlan, Panajachel
from $2,765
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Guatemala Discovery

11 Day Itinerary
  • Explore the streets of Antigua
  • Take a boat on Lake Atitlán
  • Visit Tz'utuhil Maya villages
  • Shop Chichicastenango Market
  • Swim in the Semuc Champey pools
  • Tour Cobán coffee and orchids
Starts / Ends
Antigua / Guatemala City
Activity Level
Easy Active
Explore Guatemala’s highlands, lakes, markets, and Caribbean coast on this 11-day adventure. Walk colonial Antigua, boat across Lake Atitlán, browse Chichicastenango Market, experience Garifuna culture in Livingston, cruise the Rio Dulce, and discover the turquoise pools of Semuc Champey before ending in Guatemala City.
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Architectural remains of a Mayan city in Chimaltenango, Guatemala
from $4,928
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Historic Guatemala: Ruins and Culture

12 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Guatemala City
  • Visit Tak'alik Ab'aj
  • Discover Maya traditions in Zunil
  • Cook with a local host
Starts / Ends
Guatemala City / Guatemala City
Activities
Rainforest Exploration, Cooking Classes
Activity Level
Easy Active
Discover Guatemala on a 12-day cultural adventure through its ancient sites, colorful villages, and volcanic landscapes. Visit Tak’alik Ab’aj, Zunil, San Juan La Laguna, Mixco Viejo, Antigua, Tayasal and Tikal. Meet local communities, enjoy cultural encounters, and uncover stories behind ancient ruins.
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Farm plots in the central highlands of Guatemala
from $4,063
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Guatemala Backroads Adventure

14 Day Itinerary
  • Hike Ram Tzul Nature Reserve
  • Relax at Highlands Thermal Pools
  • Explore Iximché Maya Ruins
  • Stay in a Maya host home
Starts / Ends
Guatemala City / Guatemala City
Activities
Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Homestays
Activity Level
Relaxed
Travel through Guatemala on a 14-day Guatemala backroads adventure. Explore Maya sites, lush rainforests, mountain villages, and Lake Atitlán’s traditions. Meet locals, visit markets, and uncover the country’s vibrant culture and natural beauty along the scenic backroads.
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Street of the beautiful city of Antigua, Guatemala
from $2,579
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Guatemala Highlands: Culture and Markets

10 Day Itinerary
  • Tour colonial Antigua’s landmarks
  • Visit Lake Atitlán by boat
  • Stay in a Maya host home
  • Learn traditional weaving arts
  • Visit Chichicastenango Market
  • Visit Chichicastenango Market
Starts / Ends
Antigua / Antigua
Activity Level
Relaxed
Explore the Guatemala Highlands on a 10-day cultural tour through Antigua, Lake Atitlán, and highland markets. Visit traditional Maya villages, shop at handicraft markets, and stay with a local family. Walk historic towns, explore nature reserves, and experience authentic Guatemala with local artisans, weavers, and farmers.
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Temples of Copan Ruins
from $351
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Copan Ruins

3 Day Itinerary
  • Explore the streets of Copan Ruinas
  • Visit the sprawling Copan Ruins
  • Walk cobblestone historic streets
  • Spot vibrant scarlet macaws
Starts / Ends
Antigua / Antigua
Activity Level
Relaxed
Travel from Antigua Guatemala to Copán Ruinas on a 3-day trip. Explore Maya temples, plazas, and monuments with a local guide. Walk cobblestone streets, visit archeology museums, and follow nature trails where scarlet macaws thrive. This short extension is an excellent way to lengthen a Guatemala vacation.
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Biking the lush, green countryside of Guatemala
from $93
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Antigua Valley Bike

½ Day Itinerary
  • Bike through neighboring villages
  • Enjoy the scenery at a relaxed pace
Activities
Biking
Activity Level
Moderate
Bike down the back roads, through local villages near Antigua on this half day excursion. A short drive to San Mateo Milpas Atlas near Antigua starts your active morning tour as you see the scenic back country villages, churches, and coffee plantations of Guatemala.
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Learning about coffee production in Antigua, Guatemala
from $110
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Traditions of Antigua

½ Day Itinerary
  • Visit a local woodcarvers shop
  • Learn regional coffee history
Activity Level
Relaxed
Visit the village of Jocotenango, with its white and pink church façade, to learn about the traditions and history of Guatemala, including tours of the woodcarvers' workshops. Then its off to the Azotea Coffee farm and museums including a guided tour and a lesson in the importance of coffee to Guatemala's history & the Maya way of life.
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