Mayan Sun

From$1229USD
16 days,Antigua to Playa del Carmen
Trip Code: CGAC

Gorgeous colonial Antigua, local homestay, colourful markets, Caye Caulker sunsets and reggae music, white sand beaches, opportunity to explore Mayan sites.

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Trek though jungle backdrops to Mayan ruins and chill out on white sand under the Caribbean sun. Check out Mexico, Belize and Guatemala and experience the region’s diversity. Wander colonial Antigua’s cobblestone streets and shop for treasures before experiencing the natural beauty of Lake Atitlan, its indigenous Mayan villages and striking volcanoes. Snap a picture and impress the folks. One of our most popular trips, this adventure offers natural wonders, excitement and culture with enough time to socialize and do your own thing.

What's Included

  • Orientation walk in Antigua.
  • 1 dinner. (Allow USD350-450 for meals not included.)
  • Simple hotels (14 nts), local homestay (1 nt).
  • Public bus, boat, van, taxi, walking.
  • Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout.
  • Small group experience; Max 15, avg 10.
Map of the route for Mayan Sun
Places Visited
  • Belize
  • Guatemala
  • Mexico

Reverse Itinerary

This trip also runs in reverse - see trip code CMCA.

Day 1 Antigua

Arrive at any time.

Day 2 Antigua

Orientation walk around town.

Day 3 Chichcastenango/Panajachel

Visit the famous market of Chichicastenango en route to Lake Atitlán.

Day 4 Lake Atitlán (1D)

Boat ride transfer across the lake with the option to stop off in numerous small indigenous town that surround it. Participate in a homestay with a local family on Lake Atitlán for the night.

Day 5 Antigua

Option to explore Antigua, relax with a massage or people watch from a cafe while sipping local Guatemalan coffee.

Day 6-7 Río Dulce

Option to take a scenic boat ride to Garífuna Livingston on the coast or visit nearby hot waterfalls.

Day 8 Flores

Option to visit the spectacular Mayan ruins of Tikal or take a boat ride on Lake Petén Itzá.

Day 9-10 San Ignacio

Option to visit sacred Mayan cave Actun Tunichil Muknal, explore the Mountain Pine Ridge area or the less-visited Mayan ruins of Xunantunich.

Day 11-13 Caye Caulker

Option to snorkel with stingrays and nurse sharks at Hol Chan Marine Reserve.

Day 14-15 Playa del Carmen

Optional excursions to Mayan ruins of Tulúm or the diving mecca of Cozumel.

Day 16 Playa del Carmen

Depart at any time.

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