Immerse yourself in Guatemala’s rich history on a full-day tour of the Iximché Ruins and Antigua City. Discover Mayan heritage at the archeological site of Iximché, then explore the Spanish colonial charm of Antigua’s iconic landmarks. Perfect for families!
Immerse yourself in Guatemala’s rich history on a full-day tour of the Iximché Ruins and Antigua City. Discover Mayan heritage at the archeological site of Iximché, then explore the Spanish colonial charm of Antigua’s iconic landmarks. Perfect for families!
- Iximche - After pickup from your Antigua hotel, venture northwest approximately an hour to the dusty town of Tecpán. Here, explore the Mayan ruins of Iximché, once the Kaqchiquel Maya capital and a Guatemala must-see attraction. Upon entering the ruins, you’ll see four ceremonial plazas, which are surrounded by tall temple structures and…
- Iximche - After pickup from your Antigua hotel, venture northwest approximately an hour to the dusty town of Tecpán. Here, explore the Mayan ruins of Iximché, once the Kaqchiquel Maya capital and a Guatemala must-see attraction. Upon entering the ruins, you’ll see four ceremonial plazas, which are surrounded by tall temple structures and two ball courts. Tour the site with your knowledgeable guide and discover the ancient history of Guatemala.
- The Plaza Central Park - Stop for lunch at a local restaurant (own expense) before visiting the Central Plaza with your guide.
- Casa del Jade - Watch craftsmen turn stones into unique jewels and see the jade collection housed at the museum. After the tour, you’ll be taken back to your hotel.
- Iglesia de La Merced - Next, visit La Merced Church, which has a beautiful Baroque-style façade.
- Iglesia de San Francisco El Grande - Then, head back down to Antigua’s Central Plaza, where you’ll visit San Francisco Church, home to the shrine of Peter of St Joseph Betancur. See also the famous arch of Santa Catalina, built in the 17th century and once home to Santa Catalina Convent.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Experience Guatemala’s mixture of Spanish and Mayan influences on this full-day tour of Iximch and Antigua. Learn about Mayan history from your knowledgeable guide as you explore the archeological site of Iximch. Then, head to the Spanish colonial city of Antigua to visit some of its most famous sites, including San Francisco Church, Calle del Arco, La…
Experience Guatemala’s mixture of Spanish and Mayan influences on this full-day tour of Iximch and Antigua. Learn about Mayan history from your knowledgeable guide as you explore the archeological site of Iximch. Then, head to the Spanish colonial city of Antigua to visit some of its most famous sites, including San Francisco Church, Calle del Arco, La Merced Church and Plaza Central. This day tour is perfect for the whole family!
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.