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Tikal and Yaxha Overnight Trip by Air from Antigua
Recommended for your Antigua trip
2 days (Approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English and 1 more
Good for avoiding crowds
Keeping you safe during COVID-19
What you can expect during your visit
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
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Overview
Discover northern Guatemala’s most incredible Mayan ruins as you explore the sites of Tikal and Yaxha on this 2-day, overnight adventure from Antigua by air. Uncover the mysteries of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Tikal, perhaps the most elaborate of the ancient Mayan cities, on day 1 before continuing on to Yaxha, a sacred Mayan center situated along the shores of the Yaxha and Sacnab lakes. Your exploration of Tikal and Yaxha includes round-trip transport from your Antigua hotel, all flights, overnight accommodation, a guide, 2 lunches and breakfast on the second day.
- Overnight trip to Tikal and Yaxha from Antigua
- Tour the beautiful Mayan ruin sites of Tikal and Yaxha with your expert guide
- Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Tikal National Park
- Get up close to native wildlife as you venture into the Guatemalan jungle
- 1 night of accommodation, breakfast, lunch and round-trip airfare
- Complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off
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Journey back in time as your discover the ancient Mayan centers of Tikal and Yaxha in northern Guatemala during this 2-day overnight adventure with flights leaving from Antigua. Learn about the mysteries of the Maya people as you admire their innovative engineering and majestic temples at these two amazing archaeological sites.
Start your Mayan adventure with an early morning pickup from your Antigua hotel, proceeding on to Guatemala City’s airport for your quick flight to the northern city of Flores. Upon your arrival, continue on to the sacred Mayan site of Tikal National Park (Parque Nacional Tikal).
Covering more than 341 square miles (550 sq km) the grounds of Tikal are home to several thousand individual structures. Start your exploration from the city’s Central Acropolis, home to a labyrinth of courtyards, temples and small interior rooms, before proceeding to Complex Q and R, site of the twin pyramids and a beautiful religious altar area out front.
Then continue on to Temple I, also known as the Temple of the Grand Jaguar, which was built to honor Mayan King Moon Double Comb. This 144-foot (44m) high temple contains an enclosure of several small rooms leading to the steep stairs that climb to the temple’s peak. You’ll also check out the nearby Temple II, known to experts as the Temple of the Masks.Spend the second half of your day at Tikal with lunch at the site, followed by an afternoon to explore at your leisure and finishing with an overnight at your included hotel.
Start your second day with included breakfast at your hotel, before heading southeast to the Mayan site of Yaxha. Admire this religious site’s picturesque locale situated among the thick jungle along the shores of Yaxha and Sacnab lakes, before exploring its key structures with your guide. Among the more than 500 buildings you’ll see at Yaxha are the impressive pyramid temples, the site’s ball court, and its beautiful elevated plazas.
After finishing your tour of the ruins, enjoy an onsite lunch before beginning your trip back to the airport and on to your hotel back in Antigua.
Start your Mayan adventure with an early morning pickup from your Antigua hotel, proceeding on to Guatemala City’s airport for your quick flight to the northern city of Flores. Upon your arrival, continue on to the sacred Mayan site of Tikal National Park (Parque Nacional Tikal).
Covering more than 341 square miles (550 sq km) the grounds of Tikal are home to several thousand individual structures. Start your exploration from the city’s Central Acropolis, home to a labyrinth of courtyards, temples and small interior rooms, before proceeding to Complex Q and R, site of the twin pyramids and a beautiful religious altar area out front.
Then continue on to Temple I, also known as the Temple of the Grand Jaguar, which was built to honor Mayan King Moon Double Comb. This 144-foot (44m) high temple contains an enclosure of several small rooms leading to the steep stairs that climb to the temple’s peak. You’ll also check out the nearby Temple II, known to experts as the Temple of the Masks.Spend the second half of your day at Tikal with lunch at the site, followed by an afternoon to explore at your leisure and finishing with an overnight at your included hotel.
Start your second day with included breakfast at your hotel, before heading southeast to the Mayan site of Yaxha. Admire this religious site’s picturesque locale situated among the thick jungle along the shores of Yaxha and Sacnab lakes, before exploring its key structures with your guide. Among the more than 500 buildings you’ll see at Yaxha are the impressive pyramid temples, the site’s ball court, and its beautiful elevated plazas.
After finishing your tour of the ruins, enjoy an onsite lunch before beginning your trip back to the airport and on to your hotel back in Antigua.
Itinerary
Day 1
Antigua Guatemala - GUA Airport - Tikal National Park
1 Stop
You'll be picked up bright and early from your Antigua hotel and taken to the Guatemala City airport to begin your overnight adventure. After landing, head straight to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Tikal National Park (Parque Nacional Tikal) to begin your tour!
Spread out over 341 square miles (550 sq km), Tikal National Park contains thousands of separate ruin structures. Visit the central area of the once great Mayan city with your expert guide and explore various parts of the park, including visit the Central Acropolis, which consists of a maze of courtyards, small rooms and temples. You'll also see Complex Q and R, featuring twin-pyramid complexes with altars set in front of the temples at both complexes.
Then, visit Temple I, the Temple of the Grand Jaguar. Near here, visit the equally beautiful Temple II, also known as the Temple of the Masks.
After exploring Tikal, enjoy a delicious lunch before heading to your hotel.
Duration: 4 hours
Admission Ticket Free
Accommodation:
Overnight at Hotel Camino Real Tikal or Similar Meals:
Lunch Day 2
Yaxha National Park - GUA Airport - Antigua Guatemala
1 Stop
On your second day, enjoy breakfast at your hotel before heading southeast to the Mayan archeological site, Yaxha. While here, enjoy the scenic jungle landscape of this unique area overlooking the Yaxha and Sacnab lakes. As you follow your knowledgeable guide around Yaxha, learn about the history of this ceremonial Mayan site, which features more than 500 ancient structures. Spend time visiting various sections of the site, including pyramid temples, ball courts and elevated plazas. After touring the ruins, enjoy lunch before beginning your journey back to Antigua.
Duration: 3 hours
Admission Ticket Included
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