Guatemala - Experience the Mayan Prophecies
30's - 40's - 50's and Active 60 Year Olds Singles Vacations
December 1 - December 9, 2012
$1850*

Visit the premium destinations of Guatemala, including the Western Highlands, Tikal and Antigua on this adventurous singles vacation. Enjoy different activities like exploring the Mayan pyramids, zip line in the middle of a virgin jungle, shop for original handicrafts and have a cup of coffee surrounded by a unique landscape of three majestic volcanoes.

Guatemala Singles Vacation- Experience the Mayan Prophecies Daily Itinerary

Day 1, Arrive Guatemala City

Upon arrival at the Guatemala (GUA) airport you will be transferred to our hotel. Arrive early and take the afternoon (2:00pm) city tour, focused on Mayan history. Visit the Popol Vuh Museum, home to one of the major collections of Maya civilization art in the world. Then Kaminal Juyu, comprised of 200 platforms and pyramidal mounds, at least half of which were created before the end of the Pre classic period (AD 250).

Day 2, Guatemala City - Antigua

After breakfast we drive to the central highlands of Guatemala and stop at the town of Antigua, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Antigua is among the world’s best preserved colonial cities. Enjoy its natural beauty and historic monuments that will make you feel time stopped some 300 years ago. The Spanish Colonial style permeates every part of the town: its houses, churches, squares, parks and ruins, also its traditions and folklore as well. Antigua is a city of charm and color where you can see and buy an overwhelming variety of attractive, handmade products that honor the traditions of generations of artisans.

In the afternoon visit San Antonio Aguascalientes, famous for its textiles. There is a two story market on the square that sells weavings and other crafts.

Day 3 - Pacaya Volcano - Horseback Riding

A complete adventure in one day, walk and horseback ride at Pacaya Volcano, the most active volcano in Guatemala. Pacaya is still active, but most of the time the activity is low enough that it can safely be climbed. There are two trails to reach the top of the volcano, one takes about 90 minutes and it is more difficult, the other is an easy one and takes about 1 hour. We also have the opportunity to horseback ride to the top of the volcano.

Due to the volcano's activity, the area close to the top changes continuously and can vary from week to week, or even from day to day. It may or may not be possible to reach the crater's edge, and you may or may not see lava.

Day 4 - Coffee Plantation - Canopy Zip Line

Antigua is surrounded by great coffee plantations and has one of the best coffees in the world. It has been acclaimed by Starbucks and is exported to Europe and Japan as a gourmet style coffee. Visit one of the oldest coffee plantations in Guatemala to see the process of how the coffee is harvested and toasted before it gets to your cup.

In the afternoon time to have a nice adventure with the Canopy Zip Line. Zip through the trees in the middle of the forest with fantastic views of the valley below and the surrounding volcanoes. Those not willing to "fly" can walk the forest trail and watch the zip liners overhead.

Day 5 - San Juan La Laguna & Santiago de Atitlá

Day trip to Lake Atitlán, one of the most beautiful lakes in the world. “Atitlán” is a Mayan word that translates to “the place where the rainbow gets its colors”. Upon arrival discover the magic that surrounds  us while we boat across the Lake and visit two different Tzutuhil Villages. Visit a small town around the lake, and experience the Mayan culture to the purest. Then we transfer to Santiago to visit the confraternity of the local saint named Maximon or Ri Laj Mam. Travelers come from all over to ask for health and prosperity in their lives. Whether you believe in it or not, make sure to enjoy this mystical experience.

Transfer back to Panajachel by boat to have lunch. Panajachel is an 800 year old town of about 14000 people, mostly Kaqchikel Mayas and some foreigners from every corner of the globe, living inside that rainbow.

Day 6 - Chichicastenango & Iximcé

This morning explore the archaeological site of Iximché, “The Land of Corn”, the first capital of Guatemala and the last Mayan City. Experience a place filled with mysticism, a city that witnessed the Conquer of the Spanish and a place for Mayan rituals. Learn about your Nawal, (the energy, spirit or force of the beings and elements of nature, Nawal are represented by elements of nature like the sun, moon, rain, air, water, plants and animals) according to the Mayan Calendar and a little gift to remember. 

Next we visit Chichicastenango’s market, the most colorful and exciting place in the Mayan Highlands and the only place in Guatemala that is 100% Quiché population. Admire the historical and mystic Church of Santo Tomás, where the Mayan bible was discovered. Witness Mayan ceremonies inside the church and present gifts to the Mayan God’s if you wish.

Transfer to Panajachel for overnight accommodations.

Day 7 - Tikal

Early in the morning we take a flight to Flores, Petén to explore the archeological sites of Tikal. In this remote area, one of the greatest civilizations of it's time established a city that endured for centuries.  Set in the jungle, the site today consists of over 3,000 structures extending over six square miles including temples, palaces, ceremonial platforms, ball courts, terraces, avenues and plazas.

Tikal is a national park  where the native flora and fauna still flourish relatively undisturbed.  In addition to it's numerous temples and pyramids, Tikal presents a wonderful opportunity for animal and bird-watching. Roaring howler monkeys and squawking parrots provide nature's soundtrack and along the paths, spider monkeys, gray foxes, coatis-mundis, deer, and peccary are visible to the visitor.

We spend the night in Flores.

Day 8 - Yaxha - Guatemala City

Today we discover Yaxhá, a former ceremonial center and city of the Pre Columbian Maya Civilization. Yaxha, which means "Blue, Green Water" in the Maya language is a seldom visited, ruined city on the Northern shore of Yaxha Lake.  During our visit enjoy the abundant wildlife, jungle and mystic surroundings of this unique area. Watch a Mayan Ceremony and experience the essence of the Mayan Culture.

After a guided tour of the site, we transfer to the airport for our flight to Guatemala City.

Time to relax at our hotel before our Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 9 - Depart Guatemala

Today is final day of the Guatemala - Experience the Mayan Prophecies singles vacation. After breakfast say goodbye to your new single friends as you are transferred to the airport according to your flight schedules.

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