Travel to Guatemala with On The Go Tours
Guatemala is a country of spectacular natural beauty with picturesque highland lakes and lush jungle, smoking volcanoes and lovely colonial towns. This Central American gem remains refreshingly off the well-trodden tourist trail despite its many wonderful attractions; the picturesque colonial town of Antigua, nestled among three volcanoes; Lake Atitlan, arguably one of the world’s most beautiful lakes; and magnificent Tikal, located in the heart of the rainforest and regarded as the greatest city of the Mayan world.
Read MoreOther highlights include the colourful Chichicastenango (Chichi) market and Livingston, a lively town with a Caribbean vibe, surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery imaginable.
Upcoming Guatemala Trips
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| Cancun to Antigua - 10 days | Cancun | 05 Jul 2018 | USD $1,285 |
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| Footsteps of the Mayans - 13 days | Cancun | 08 Jul 2018 | USD $1,285 |
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| Mayan Empires - 22 days | Cancun | 08 Jul 2018 | USD $2,375 |
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| The Way To San Jose - 15 days | Antigua | 14 Jul 2018 | USD $2,035 |
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| Mexico City to Guatemala - 22 days | Mexico City | 21 Jul 2018 | USD $2,575 |
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Guatemala Group Tours
Cancun to Antigua
10 days | FROM USD $1,285From Cancun to Antigua, explore the delights of Mexico, Belize and...
Footsteps of the Mayans
13 days | FROM USD $1,285From the beautiful beaches of Playa del Carmen and the legendary Mayan...
The Way To San Jose
15 days | FROM USD $2,035Travelling from Antigua to San Jose, discover the magnificent Mayan...
Mayan Empires
22 days | FROM USD $2,375Take an exhilarating 22 day journey of discovery through Mexico,...
Mexico City to Guatemala
22 days | FROM USD $2,575From Mexico City to Antigua, take an exciting three week journey...
Travelling by a mix of public buses, private van and local boats, explore the best of Guatemala from the delightful colonial town of Antigua to the stunning shores of Lake Atitlán. With a maximum group size of 16 passengers you can totally immerse yourself in the local culture of Guatemala and neighbouring Mexico, Belize and Nicaragua on an overland adventure.
Guatemala tour reviews
Scoring an average traveller rating of 4.78 out of 5 based on 9 recent reviews — See All Guatemala Reviews
Fantastic! It was an incredible experience. The places included on the itinerary were just right. The right places in order to get a feel for the countries we visited. I can't stop telling my family and friends all about it. I feel like we did so much and saw so much. I was hesitant to book a group tour in case the group was too large or didn't have similar travelling styles. Perhaps it was a bit lucky, but we ended up in a group of only eight who were all very similar. With Cesar's leadership, it was a wonderful dynamic. Cesar was great to customise our tour by arranging private transportation with additional stops/sights along the way. His restaurant picks were so good! We ended up knowing that not only should you go with him for dinner, you should order what he ordered! Always delicious! I was interested in a couple excursions that no one else in the group wanted to do. Cesar was very helpful to arrange them just for me. The only negative was the one hotel in Copan. It didn't seem to have the same cleanliness standards as all the others and lacked AC (not terrible, but far more comfortable with!) Thank you! ”
Gina was an absolutely fantastic tour leader - she was energetic, fun-loving, extremely passionate about her job and the countries we visited and could not have done more to make sure we all had a great time.
I made friends of similar age on this tour and there was an excellent mixture of beaches, socialising, history and culture incorporated into this tour. I was able to get a real feel for the countries I visited and the three countries on this tour could not have been more varied which made it all the more adventurous. The hotels were lovely - often with pools and rooms to a high standard.
I would recommend this tour to anyone who wants to get a better idea of Central America as these are three fascinating, different and beautiful countries with an organised tour leader and excellent customer service directly from OnTheGo. ”
Kelly was wonderful. I had an amazing time with her and the group. ”
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Hidden away in a rainforest in Guatemala are the ruins at Tikal - one of the largest archaeological sites of the pre-Columbian Maya civilization. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1979, some of the monuments at Tikal date as far back at the 4th century BC and are fascinating to explore.
Recommended places to visit in Guatemala
With gorgeous jungle landscapes, stunning lakes backed by volcanoes, colourful colonial towns and awe-inspiring ancient ruins, Guatemala has plenty to recommend it and here's our choice of top places to visit:
Tikal National Park
You could travel the world a hundred times over but you would be unlikely to find a more stunning set of ruins. Sunrise or sunset tours are the best way to make the most of a trip to this ancient site as the vista from the top of the tallest temple as the sun emerges or disappears behind the extensive jungle landscape is utterly breathtaking. Incidentally, part of Star Wars was also filmed at Tikal, contributing further to its worldwide fame.
Antigua
The cobbled streets of the beautiful colonial town of Antigua stretch out between colourful buildings which house chic boutiques, handicraft shops and sublime restaurants. From the town a number of volcanoes can be seen, including the legendary Pacaya and the enormous Acatenango, both of which can be conquered in a day. The town is also well known for its incredibly vast market which sells everything from food to hammocks to sandals.
Lake Atitlan
Surrounded by stunning Mayan villages, each with their own distinct personality and filled with locals sporting traditional local garments, Lake Atitlan is a hub of beauty and culture and should be, without a doubt, a stop on every Guatemalan itinerary. Exploring the lake in a kayak is a popular activity here, as are numerous other watersports, as is taking a trip to the Atitlan Nature Reserve which can be explored by foot or by walking along the series of hanging bridges.
Chichicastenango
While this town is a fantastic place to visit any day of the week, Chichicastenango really comes alive on Sundays and Thursdays when the market takes place. This explosion of noise and colour draws in both locals and travellers and sells a remarkable selection of objects including food, flowers and handmade crafts. On non-market days there is a beautiful church – Iglesia de Santo Tomas – and a museum in the town that are worth visiting.
Rio Dulce
Charmingly translating as the ‘Sweet River’, Rio Dulce is a natural wonder that winds its way from Lake Izbal, through the vibrant Caribbean town of Livingston, all the way to the Caribbean Sea. The river is the main thoroughfare for this area, with roads being in sparse supply, and its waters range from cool to scalding hot depending on the section and the time of year. For those who prefer their water on the warmer side, the hot springs make a great day trip.
