5 day itinerary for Guatemala
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Itinerary
Here's an ideal itinerary for 5 days in Guatemala:
Day 1: Arrival in Guatemala City
- Arrive at La Aurora International Airport in Guatemala City
- Check into your hotel and rest for a bit
- In the afternoon, take a walking tour of the historic center of Guatemala City, including the National Palace and the Metropolitan Cathedral
- Enjoy dinner at one of the city's many restaurants
- Take a shuttle or private car to Antigua, a charming colonial town about an hour away from Guatemala City
- Visit the Santa Catalina Arch, the iconic symbol of Antigua
- Explore the cobblestone streets and colorful buildings of the town
- Visit the Central Park and the Cathedral of San José
- In the evening, enjoy dinner at one of Antigua's many restaurants
- Take a shuttle or private car to Lake Atitlán, one of the most beautiful lakes in the world
- Take a boat tour of the lake, visiting some of the small villages around the lake, such as San Juan La Laguna, Santiago Atitlán, and San Pedro La Laguna
- Enjoy lunch at one of the lakeside restaurants
- Return to your hotel in Antigua in the evening
- Take a flight from Guatemala City to Flores, the gateway to Tikal
- Visit the ancient Mayan ruins of Tikal, one of the largest and most impressive archaeological sites in the world
- Explore the temples, pyramids, and plazas of Tikal, including the Great Plaza, the Temple of the Jaguar, and the Temple of the Masks
- Enjoy lunch at one of the restaurants near the park
- Return to your hotel in Flores in the evening
Day 5: Flores and Departure
- Explore the charming town of Flores, located on an island in Lake Petén Itzá
- Visit the Cathedral of Flores and the Santa Ana Church
- Enjoy lunch at one of the town's many restaurants
- Take a flight back to Guatemala City and depart for your next destination
I hope this itinerary helps you plan your trip to Guatemala!