Itinerary Ideas – Inspiring travel journeys, fully customized for you

Explore our 5, 7, 10, and 15-day travel circuit ideas as inspiration for your next adventure in Guatemala and Central America. Each itinerary is fully flexible and tailored to your available time, budget, and travel preferences.

From journeys focused exclusively on Guatemala to multi-country experiences that combine Honduras and El Salvador, we design the perfect itinerary for you. No fixed durations, no limitations — your dream trip starts here.

5 days itinerary

Discover Antigua and its colonial charm, experience the magic of Lake Atitlán, and explore its colorful and picturesque lakeside villages. Travel to the heart of the ancient Maya world with a complete guided tour of Tikal. This 5-day journey blends culture, nature, and archaeology into a well-balanced experience.

Day 1: Arrival in Guatemala City – Transfer to Antigua – Overnight in Antigua.
(Depending on your arrival time, an optional activity can be added.)

Day 2: Authentic coffee tour + guided walking tour of Antigua – Transfer to Lake Atitlán – Overnight in Panajachel.

Day 3: Lake Atitlán tour (1 village) – Transfer to Guatemala City – Flight to Flores – Overnight in Flores.

Day 4: Tikal guided tour – Return flight to Guatemala City – Overnight in Guatemala City.

Day 5: Transfer to the international airport.
(Depending on your departure time, an optional morning activity can be added.)

Variations:

Day 1: You may add a visit to La Aurora Zoo (closed on Mondays).
Day 2: You may replace the coffee tour with a Pacaya Volcano hike, or a visit to Hobbitenango or Altamira.
Day 4: Instead of visiting Tikal, you may extend your stay at Lake Atitlán.

7 days itinerary

In 7 days you'll enjoy the essentials of Guatemala: the colonial magic of Antigua, the serenity of Lake Atitlán, and the greatness of the ancient Mayan cities in Petén.

Day 1: Arrival in Guatemala City – Transfer to Antigua (2 nights).
(Depending on your arrival time, an optional activity can be added.)

Day 2: Authentic coffee tour and cultural walking tour in Antigua – Overnight in Antigua.

Day 3: Transfer to Lake Atitlán – Tour of lakeside villages (one, two, or three villages) – Overnight in Panajachel.

Day 4: Transfer to Guatemala City – Evening flight to Flores – Overnight in Flores (2 nights).

Day 5: Yaxhá sunset tour – Overnight in Flores.

Day 6: Tikal sunrise tour – Return flight to Guatemala City.

Day 7: Transfer to the international airport.
(Depending on your departure time, an optional morning activity can be added.)

Variations:

Day 1: You may add a visit to La Aurora Zoo (closed on Mondays).
Day 2: You may replace the coffee tour with a Pacaya Volcano hike, or a visit to Hobbitenango or Altamira.
Day 3: Instead of traveling to Panajachel, you may hike Acatenango Volcano and continue to Panajachel the following day.
Day 5: Instead of visiting Yaxhá, you may choose a Cráter Azul tour or other experiences in the area.

10 days itinerary

Discover the best of Guatemala and Honduras on a 10-day journey: the impressive Mayan ruins of Copán, the colonial magic of Antigua, the serenity of Lake Atitlán, and the greatness of Tikal and Yaxhá. A trip that combines history, culture, and nature in one itinerary.

Day 1: Arrival in Guatemala City – Overnight in Guatemala City.
(Depending on your arrival time, an optional activity can be added.)

Day 2: Transfer to Copán, Honduras, and guided visit of the archaeological site – Overnight in Copán.

Day 3: Transfer to Antigua Guatemala – Free afternoon – Overnight in Antigua (2 nights).

Day 4: Guided tour of Antigua + jade or chocolate workshop.

Day 5: Antigua to Lake Atitlán via Chichicastenango Market (operates Thursdays and Sundays only).

Day 6: Lake Atitlán tour (1, 2, or 3 villages).

Day 7: Transfer to Guatemala City – Evening flight to Flores – Overnight in Flores (2 nights).

Day 8: Tour to Yaxhá, Cráter Azul, or Ixpanpajul Park.

Day 9: Tikal guided tour – Afternoon flight back to Guatemala City.

Day 10: Transfer to the international airport.
(Depending on your departure time, an optional morning activity can be added.)

Variations:

This circuit can be customized by replacing the Copán visit with Guatemala’s Caribbean region (Río Dulce and Livingston). Ask your travel advisor about the different options available.

15 days itinerary

Discover the best of Guatemala and Honduras on this 15-day journey, featuring the impressive Maya ruins of Copán, the colonial charm of Antigua, the serenity of Lake Atitlán, and the grandeur of Tikal and Yaxhá. A comprehensive itinerary that blends history, culture, and nature into one unforgettable experience.

Day 1: Arrival in Guatemala City – Overnight in Guatemala City.
(Depending on your arrival time, an optional activity can be added.)

Day 2: Transfer to Copán, Honduras, and guided visit of the archaeological site – Overnight in Copán.

Day 3: Copán – Visit to Quiriguá – Boat transfer to Livingston with a scenic Golfete tour en route – Overnight in Livingston.

Day 4: Transfer to Flores – Free afternoon – Overnight in Flores (2 nights).

Day 5: Tikal guided tour – Overnight in Flores.

Day 6: Transfer to Cobán with a tubing experience at the Candelaria Caves en route – Overnight in Cobán (2 nights).

Day 7: Semuc Champey tour – Overnight in Cobán.

Day 8: Transfer to Antigua Guatemala – Free afternoon – Overnight in Antigua (3 nights).

Day 9: Antigua city tour + coffee tour, chocolate workshop, or free afternoon – Overnight in Antigua.

Day 10: Free day in Antigua to relax or join an optional tour.

Day 11: Transfer to Lake Atitlán via Chichicastenango Market (operates Thursdays and Sundays only) – Overnight in Panajachel (3 nights).

Day 12: Lake Atitlán tour (1, 2, or 3 villages).

Day 13: Free day in Panajachel to relax or join an optional tour.

Day 14: Transfer to Guatemala City – Historic Center tour and handicrafts market visit.

Day 15: Transfer to the international airport.
(Depending on your departure time, an optional morning activity can be added.)

Variations:

Day 9: You may replace the coffee tour with a Pacaya Volcano hike, or a visit to Hobbitenango or Altamira.
Day 10: You may add a Pacaya Volcano tour combined with a relaxing visit to nearby hot springs.
Day 11: Instead of traveling to Lake Atitlán, you may hike Acatenango Volcano and continue to Panajachel the following day, reducing the stay in this area to two nights.