Things to do in Santiago Atitlan, Western Highlands: The Best Multi-day Tours

February 5, 2022 Mikaela Didonna

Discover the best top things to do in Santiago Atitlan, Guatemala including 2 Day Tour: Chichicastenango Market and Lake Atitlan from Guatemala City, 11-Day Mayan Ruins Tour: Guatemala and Copán, 8-Day Best of Guatemala Tour: Antigua, Pacaya Volcano, Lake Atitlan and Tikal Ruins, 2 Day Tour: Chichicastenango Market and Lake Atitlan from Antigua, Guatemala: See & Experience it ALL in 8 Days, 1st Class Traveling.
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1. 2 Day Tour: Chichicastenango Market and Lake Atitlan from Guatemala City

Gray Line Guatemala
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Join this 2-day tour departing from Guatemala city early in the morning. On day 1, we are going to visit the lively highland of Guatemala, visiting the colorful market of Chichicastenango. It is well known for its famous market days on Thursdays and Sundays where vendors sell handicrafts, food, flowers, pottery, wooden boxes, condiments, medicinal plants, candles, pom and copal (traditional incense), cal (lime stones for preparing tortillas), grindstones, pigs and chickens, machetes, and other tools. Afternoon transfer to Lake Atitlan (Panajachel) to spend the night. On day 2, we visit Santiago Atitlan Village by boat tour.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Lake cruise, Walking tour at Chichicastenango Market, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Excess luggage charges (where applicable), Food and drinks, Gratuities, Accommodations. Please indicate where you will stay at Panajachel area Hotels

Reviewed By lou_lou_fur

This was a great way to relieve our designated driver for a day and so glad we opted for this tour. A lovely little hike to see Pacaya Volcano close-up, we were the first party to ascend that day and glimpsed some lava. The views from the top were well worth it and taking El Arenal route on the descent was an adventure. After the hike, the Kawilal Spa was just the ticket! We even had the whole area to ourselves due to the pandemic, so all felt very safe. The smoothie and lunch there were also very delicious. Could have done with a tad more direction at times, but all part of the fun!

2. 11-Day Mayan Ruins Tour: Guatemala and Copán

Guatemalan Adventure Day Tour
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Your 11-day journey begins in Guatemala City. Continuing to the Western Highlands of Guatemala you’ll have the opportunity to visit the Santo Tomas Church where the famous Popol Vuh was founded. Visit the first capital of Guatemala, Iximche, the open market of Chichicastenango and one of the most beautiful lakes in the World: Atitlán. We will continue to the Guatemala border to visit two important UNESCO Heritage sites that historically where involved together, Quiriguá and Copán in Honduras. Then visit the Caribbean Coast and two of the most important archaeological sites of the Mayan civilization: Tikal and Yaxhá. You´ll have the chance to appreciate the differences of architecture, art and majesty of the Mayan constructions and monuments. This journey has unequal diversity to explore all the beauties of Guatemala, “The land of the eternal spring” named like that because of its perfect climate.

Inclusions: 10 nights accommodation, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, All Fees and Taxes, One way local flight from Flores to Guatemala City

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Tips

Reviewed By roxyosuna

This company was very professional from beginning to end. They answered all my questions prior to booking, they were on time for pick up and the tour was as described. Excellent service

3. 8-Day Best of Guatemala Tour: Antigua, Pacaya Volcano, Lake Atitlan and Tikal Ruins

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Immerse yourself in Guatemala’s fascinating history and beautiful scenery on this 8-day tour. See some of Guatemala’s best-known destinations as you take a city sightseeing tour around Antigua, enjoy a boat ride on Lake Atitlan, visit the Mayan ruins of Yaxha and Tikal, hike up Pacaya Volcano and more. This all-inclusive tour includes transportation and overnight accommodation, making it a convenient way to get the most out of your trip to Guatemala!

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Private boat tour, Transport between sites, Professional English-speaking guide, 7 nights of accommodation, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch), Small group tour of 15 pax maximum

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

Reviewed By roxyosuna

This company was very professional from beginning to end. They answered all my questions prior to booking, they were on time for pick up and the tour was as described. Excellent service

4. 2 Day Tour: Chichicastenango Market and Lake Atitlan from Antigua

Gray Line Antigua Guatemala - Tours & Experiences, 2a Calle Oriente, #4B, Antigua Guatemala Antigua, Guatemala 03001, Guatemala Gray Line Guatemala
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This 2-day tour will depart from Antigua for a journey to the highland of Guatemala. On day 1, we are going to visit the alive highland of Guatemala, visiting the Colorful Market of Chichicastenango. It is well known for its famous market days on Thursdays and Sundays. In the afternoon we transfer to Lake Atitlan (Panajachel) to spend the night. This tour does not include accommodation. On day 2, we visit Santiago Atitlan Village by boat tour, and return to Antigua Guatemala or Guatemala City

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup (selected hotels only), Walking tour at Chichicastenango Market, Air-conditioned vehicle, Lake cruise

Exclusions: Excess luggage charges (where applicable), Food and drinks, Gratuities, Accommodations. Please indicate where you will stay at in Panajachel

Reviewed By Flightgirl7777

Avoid this company! I fell very ill the day of the tour. I was aware of the cancellation policy. I had a high fever, headache and was concerned about my exposure to Covid. I text the company and asked could I reschedule for next month since the tour was 100 US dollars. They were kind enough to agree. I picked up another Guatemala to do the tour. After many texts, they were happy to take me on the tour. Then I received a message asking me for more money. It would be 200 US dollars for a three hour tour. We had established I would be back and they seemed happy to make up for lost time. I wanted to be cautious due to Covid. I have gone on tours all over the world. India, Peru, Columbia, NYC and Rome to name a few. This seemed suspicious. Save your money.

5. Guatemala: See & Experience it ALL in 8 Days, 1st Class Traveling

CharlieTheTraveler

You absolutely will not find another tour out there as packed with activities and attractions as this one, provided by CharlieTheTraveler. You will also not find another tour out there that offers it all "FIRST CLASS," yet for a relatively low price. We have thousands of travelers taking this specific tour every year-and that's because no competitor can beat us on quality, price & substance. > A Helicopter Ride Over Ancient Temples Found Deep in the Jungle > Paragliding Over Lake Atitlán (optional) > Kayaking on Lake Atitlán > A Hike Up to an Active Complex Volcano > A Visit to the Country’s Biggest Indigenous Market > Seeing Traditional Villages by Boat > Walking the Streets of a Colonial Town Called Antigua > Hiking to a Viewpoint Near to Lake Atitlán to Watch the Sunrise > A Coffee Plantation Tour > Seeing One of Central America’s Greatest Archaeological Sites > Zip-Lining Over Jungles And Much, Much More...

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Helicopter Ride, Air-Conditioned Vehicle, All Entry Fees, Private Transportation, Tour Guides, Lodging X 1 Night

Exclusions: Alcohol, Travel Visa (only applicable to citizens of certain countries)

Reviewed By DonnaAlverez

CharlieTheTraveler offered a great value for the trip to Turkey. There were so many amenities included, such as all of the activities and tours and the wonderful tour guide that was provided to help us navigate it all. Overall, this was a well-organized trip.

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