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Antigua Tour: Explore Colonial Heritage and Volcano Views
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Antigua
Explore the captivating history and stunning views of Antigua Guatemala, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the charm of this colonial city and its majestic volcanoes on a day tour from San Salvador.
Explore the captivating history and stunning views of Antigua Guatemala, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the charm of this colonial city and its majestic volcanoes on a day tour from San Salvador.
Duration:
1 day
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Antigua - Antigua, the capital of the Captaincy-General of Guatemala is located in Guatemala , just 225 km from Salvador City. This Historical- Colonial city was founded in the early 16th century. Built 1,500 m above sea-level, in an earthquake-prone region, it was largely destroyed by an earthquake in 1773 but its principal monuments are still…
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Antigua - Antigua, the capital of the Captaincy-General of Guatemala is located in Guatemala , just 225 km from Salvador City. This Historical- Colonial city was founded in the early 16th century. Built 1,500 m above sea-level, in an earthquake-prone region, it was largely destroyed by an earthquake in 1773 but its principal monuments are still preserved as ruins. In the space of under three centuries the city, which was built on a grid pattern inspired by the Italian Renaissance, acquired a number of superb monuments.
Antigua Guatemala was the cultural, economic, religious, political and educational center for the entire region until the capital was moved. In the space of under three centuries the city acquired a number of superb monuments.
What's Included
- On-board WiFi
- Local guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Parking fees
- On-board WiFi
- Local guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Parking fees
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Antigua is one of the top rated tourist attraction in Guatemala, this was founded in 1543, La Antigua Guatemala was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1979. This beautiful and magical colonial city has almost five hundred years of history, with a privileged climate and an exceptional view of the Fire and Acatenango volcanoes.
If you have the time and the opportunity don’t skip this fantastic destination.
Antigua is one of the top rated tourist attraction in Guatemala, this was founded in 1543, La Antigua Guatemala was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1979. This beautiful and magical colonial city has almost five hundred years of history, with a privileged climate and an exceptional view of the Fire and Acatenango volcanoes.
If you have the time and the opportunity don’t skip this fantastic destination.
Location
Antigua
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(34 Ratings)
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José
Sep 27, 2024
Journey to Antigua from San Salvador - A wonderful trip with Gabriela my Salvadoran Guide, a very friendly and very Pro girl and then Don Manuel my Guatemalan Guide in the city of Antigua, a very prepared person, broad knowledgeable of the history of your city, highly recommended this tour, they will pass it chévere, customs are passed without any complications
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Daniela_t
Sep 19, 2024
Great trip - This is an amazing trip! Everything about this excursion is incredible: Josue is beyond great ; he has been attentive to our wishes and has been driving really well. The city is spectacular ( wonderful architecture and precisely preserved). I would totally recommend it to anyone who wants to do a day trip from san salvador.
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Damon_h
Sep 10, 2024
Beautiful city worth seeing - Trip was a lot of fun. Antigua was a beautiful city with lots to look at. We had plenty of time to look around and shop on our own. The meals were both very good. The city was busy but it never felt overbearing. The ride there is LONG but if you want to see Antigua it’s worth it. Our guide made the border crossing very easy.
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Rosiew859
Sep 7, 2024
What an experience! - What an adventure this day trip to Antigua Guatemala was. Our tour guide was Gaby. What an amazing, smart, knowledgeable, skillful and trustworthy person she is.
These day trip was full of obstacles. On our way there the road to Antigua was closed/blocked due to protesters. But Gaby found a way around it.
Once in Antigua she took us to an amazing restaurant Cafe Condesa, the food was delicious. Then we did a very informative and interesting tour of the city, which we loved!
On our way back to El Salvador the roads were still closed/blocked due to the same protesters, but Gaby used her people skills to interact with the locals and found a way around the blocked roads. We also encountered a few car accidents along the way but we were able to go around it all…
Gaby kept us informed of everything that’s was going on, she explained the alternate routes she was taking. Driving to the alternate roads gave us an insight at a day to day life of the Guatemalan people.
NOT once did we feel unsafe or uneasy;
Even though it was a long ride, Gaby made the ride interesting and fun by teaching us about local customs and traditions of the Salvadoran people.
This has been one of the best adventures we have had.
Thank you Gaby!!! Highly recommend this company for any tours.
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521cjw
Aug 16, 2024
Steeped in culture - This the best tour to go on. Antigua is incredible and the views were stunning. The people of Antigua are amazing and steeped in rich culture. Josué was an incredible guide.
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Silvia_c
Jul 25, 2024
Joseu was a great guide.... - Joseu was a great guide. He was patient and friendly. He took us to a great restaurant and the food was so good. We love his tour.
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Rose_c
Jul 13, 2024
Such an incredible trip! - Let me first start off by saying that this is a long car trip, so if you aren’t ready for a 10+ hour roadtrip, this might not be the trip for you! However, if you are more than willing to go on a roadtrip to see the BEAUTIFUL Antigua, it is 10000% worth it! We are so happy that we were able to book a trip to Antigua, Guatemala. This trip was nothing short of amazing. Our tour guide Gaby was incredible, and she was the best! On our way to Guatemala we were able to see one of the most active volcanoes in Central America, and that was such an incredible experience. Once we were in Guatemala, we connected with the kindest and most knowledgeable tour guide, and truly got to experience the beauty and rich history and culture of Antigua! We loved it here and we cannot wait to return!
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Roevelyr
Jul 10, 2024
Excellent tours! - Excellent tour and fantastic tour guide. Gaby took care of us. She is kind, generous, and knowledgeable. Spent a great day in Antigua and would do it again.
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Jennifer
Aug 16, 2024
Very good experience to visit with our family and friends was very beautiful especially in the evenings A delicacy. - The truth is very nice was fresh beautiful scenery Enjoy your meals pass in the park but to be perfect lacked more training
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Piotr570
Jul 29, 2024
Operator canceled last minute - very disappointed - I booked a trip long time in advance on specific date. Before the tour date I asked if the tour is confirmed. Just a day before I was informed they are not planning to have a tour on specific date (proposed alternatives). BTW do not understand as I was charged extra premium when I indicated I am a solo traveler. Super disappointing experience. (BTW it is super convenient to fly from San Salvador in the morning and come back on evening flight.). On the airport you have shuttle buses to Antigua for USD20 or you can pay ca 40 for UBER. The city is very small so you can independently see it in 3h. Antigua I highly recommend
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