Antigua | Flores (Guatemala) | Panajachel (Guatemala) | Rio Dulce (Guatemala)
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Please ensure your flight lands by 3pm and enjoy an included arrival transfer to the start hotel in Antigua. After a brief welcome meeting, discover the secrets of Guatemalan cuisine during a hands-on, private cooking demonstration at a local culinary school. With an experienced chef by your side this sensory immersion into the region's culture will demonstrate just how important food is in bringing people together across the world. From dishes like Pepian and Kak'ik, both of which are deeply rooted in Mayan traditions, to Hilachas, Tamales, and Rellenitos, your taste buds will be in heaven no matter which dish you learn to make. Your local culinary instructors will charm you with their personal stories and expert local knowledge, and you'll make new friends as you enjoy your own creations together. The experience will help you understand how Mayan culture and Spanish Colonial influence have blended together in a perfect harmony through food.
Make sure to arrive by 3:00 pm so that you have time to get settled in and join your CEO and fellow travellers for a welcome briefing and tonight's Dinner Party.
You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel to start your adventure.
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Food is a universal language, and there's no better way to get to know a new friend, or a new community, than by breaking bread together and digging in to a delicious meal. Join your fellow Solo-ish travellers in an immersive cooking class with an expert local chef at a culinary school in Antigua. Step inside Guatemalan culture through the aromas and flavours of each dish and its combination of ingredients. Known for dishes like Pepian, a rich stew, and Kak'ik, a turkey soup, both of which are deeply rooted in Mayan traditions. Or other popular dishes like Hilachas (shredded beef stew), Tamales (corn dough with various fillings), and Rellenitos (sweet plantain fritters), this class will allow you to leave with the knowledge of how to bring a few of these delicious dishes back home. It's the perfect way to step out of your comfort zones and mingle with fellow travellers over the delicious food of Guatemala.
Today is all about the history and local cultures of Guatemala. Start with a walking tour of Antigua alongside your CEO. Wander through its cobblestone streets and see colonial sites like the vibrant Central Park, the historic Cathedral, and the Palace of the Captains General. Then stop by the iconic Santa Catalina Arch, perfectly framed by the Agua Volcano. From the striking yellow facade of La Merced Church, to the peaceful ruins of the Capuchinas Convent, echoes of the past are around every corner. Next up is an unforgettable experience and at G Adventures-supported Chokojol Juyu, a vibrant training center dedicated to preserving the rich textiles and culture of the local community. Enjoy the unique opportunity to learn how to prepare Pepian, a traditional Guatemalan dish, alongside talented children and youth who are passionate about their heritage. Then, gain insight from the women of the community into their textile traditions in which they use intricate techniques to create their beautiful crafts. Enjoy lunch surrounded by the warmth of local hospitality. Then, stop by a macadamia farm to learn about the founders' efforts here to find solutions to help local indigenous communities have access to more income, employment, and well-being through the planting of these nut trees. A day full of local connections and heartwarming interactions.
With your incredible CEO at the helm, get to know the local community and your Solo-ish travel mates on a day packed full of interesting and engaging adventures. Start with a CEO-guided walking tour of Antigua's historic sites. Wander through its cobblestone streets and see colonial sites like the vibrant Central Park, the historic Cathedral, and the Palace of the Captains General. Then, stop by the iconic Santa Catalina Arch, perfectly framed by the Agua Volcano. See the striking yellow facade of La Merced Church and the peaceful ruins of the Capuchinas Convent. Finish the walk along Calle de los Pasos to the Church of San Francisco, home to the tomb of Saint Hermano Pedro. In 'gradas del cerro de la cruz" you'll have an amazing view of Antigua. Then visit a G Adventures-supported project at Chokojol Juyu, a vibrant training center dedicated to preserving the rich textiles and culture of the local community. Cook a traditional Guatemalan dish while here and learn from the local women about their process for the creation of textiles. After lunch stop by a Macadamia nut farm for a quick visit.
Visit a local macadamia nut farm and see how these nuts are processed. Try some of the products and learn about the vision behind the owner's farm and dedication to helping indigenous populations in Guatemala have better access to jobs, wages, and well-being that will help support their families and preservation of traditions.
Delve into an unforgettable experience at Chokojol Juyu, a vibrant training center dedicated to preserving the rich textiles and local indigenous culture of Antigua's community. Learn how to prepare Pepian, a traditional Guatemalan dish, alongside talented children and youth who are passionate about their heritage. Then learn from the women of the community as they share insights into their textile traditions which showcases the intricate techniques and stories behind their beautiful crafts. Afterwards, sit down for lunch together surrounded by the warmth of local hospitality.
Prepare to experience what G Adventures does best and enjoy an immersion into the beauty and culture of Guatemala's stunning Lake Atitlan. Be on the lookout for a surprise G twist occurring somewhere along the way. Board a boat in Panajachel and cruise across the water to the local community of Santa Cruz. Along the way enjoy the spectacular views of the surrounding volcanoes. Then, experience everyday life in this G Adventures-supported village. You'll enjoy a delicious local Mayan lunch, and participate in a Mayan tree planting ceremony for a sense of Mayan culture and beliefs. Test your communication and bargaining skills in the colourful local markets before travelling by boat to San Marcos with unforgettable views of the lake and surrounding area. Remember to be on the lookout because who knows where you might end up to cap off this epic G Day.
Get ready for spectacular views of the surrounding volcanoes and everyday life in a highland village. The people of this area are friendly and excited to greet travellers. Stop off in San Juan la Laguna, a G Adventures-supported village, for an included local Mayan lunch. Participate in a Mayan tree planting ceremony, providing insight into Mayan culture and beliefs. Test your communication and bargaining skills in the colourful local markets, of which there are many. There are also a number of community Mayan weaving cooperatives that you may wish to visit. The proceeds from the sales return directly to the community and are a significant contribution to the local economy.
With your Solo-ish travel mates and CEO, explore some of the world's coolest activities alongside new friends. It's not just an epic day of fun, its chock full of incredible experiences and a surprise G element along the way to take your day to an 11. Spend the day exploring the stunning natural beauty of Guatemala's Lake Atitlan and the small local communities along the shores. Board a boat in Panajachel and cruise across the water to the local community of Santa Cruz. Enjoy a delicious local Mayan lunch, and participate in a Mayan tree planting ceremony for a sense of indigenous culture and beliefs. Test your communication and bargaining skills in the colourful local markets before travelling by boat to San Marcos with unforgettable views of the lake and surrounding area. Be on the lookout for a fun surprise along the way.
Enjoy the gorgeous views of Lake Atitlan during a liesurely morning. Have breakfast with a view, walk near the lake, and simply enjoy the sounds, smells, and sights of Panajachel. In the afternoon, travel north on a flight to Flores, with its heavy Mayan influence in the northeast jungle Peten region. Flores is situated on an island in Lake Peten Itza, connected to the mainland by a causeway. This unique location offers stunning views of the lake and surrounding landscape. The town is also considered the gateway to nearby Mayan ruins and towering temples. Upon arrival take time to get settled and enjoy your new surroundings. Choose to find a cozy spot for an authentic Guatemalan dinner this evening with your newest travel friends.
Spend a free morning on your own in Panajachel. Enjoy the views from the shores of Lake Atitlan and have a slow, leisurely breakfast among the blue water and rising volcanoes in the distance.
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.
Get settled in Flores this evening. Choose to go for a walk by yourself if you're craving some alone time, or grab a few pals and find a cute local spot to have an authentic Guatemalan dinner.
Step back in time into the life of the ancient Maya with a guided tour today to the Tikal archaeological site. Set in the heart of the jungle, in Tikal National Park, you will see this UNESCO World Heritage site along with your bilingual guide. See some of the temples, plazas, carved stone monuments and public squares dating from as far back as 600 BC. Climb to the top of Temple IV and feel your heart thumping in your chest. Snap some photos and soak in the deep, ancient energy of this place. Return to Flores for more free time to relax, maybe journal, walk along the water, or grab an ice cold beverage to celebrate a day well spent.
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Put on your walking shoes and prepare for a tiring but memorable day walking through history at the impressive site of Tikal. The Mayan site is set in the heart of the jungle, in Tikal National Park, now a UNESCO World Heritage site. Along with our bilingual guide, see some of the temples, plazas, carved stone monuments and public squares, more than 3,000 buildings in all, dating from as far back as 600 BC. Climb to the top of Temple IV, catch your breath, take photos, and then sit and contemplate the magnificence of the site and the tropical rainforest beyond. Look for monkeys, anteaters, armadillos, and deer, as well as macaws and eagles, snakes, and spiders.
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Back in Flores enjoy free time to recharge. Spend it alone or with members of the group. Go for a walk, listen to a podcast along the shores of the lake, or find a fun, local spot to grab a cold beverage and celebrate a day well spent amid ruins and ancient history.
After breakfast the group will drive from Flores to Rio Dulce, special for its unique combination of natural beauty, Caribbean influence, and diverse wildlife. This river runs through the lush rainforest landscape featuring cliffs, beaches, and hot springs. It is a haven for nature lovers and those wishing to experience adventure off-the-beaten-path. After having lunch on your own in the charming town, the group will enjoy an unforgettable visit to Finca Paraiso. This place is so special because it features a rare, natural phenomenon where hot and cold water sources converge. The waterfall cascades down a rock formation heated by the underground hot springs creating a steamy, warm waterfall combining with the cooler river below. It's an ideal place to swim and find the perfect temperature to float and stare up at the jungle hovering above you. Return to Rio Dulce for free time to grab dinner on your own and recharge your social batteries. There's no doubt that Guatemala will have captured your heart by now.
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Enjoy a few hours to swim in the hot and cold water of Finca Paraiso. This unique natural phenomenon is well worth a visit. The underground hot springs heat up the water cascading down the waterfall to make a steaming falls that collides with the cold river below creating the perfect temperature to swim and float around beneath the jungle trees.
Get settled in beautiful Rio Dulce. Enjoy the sounds of the jungle around you and have a relaxing dinner at a local restaurant on your own or with the group.
It's time for a day that belongs entirely to you! Choose to go on a scenic boat ride to the Caribbean town of Livingston and enjoy a visit to the G Adventures-supported El Manglar Restaurant for an explanation of the women-led community initiative project here. Then, walk around the grounds before a sit-down lunch of delicious local flavours. Or you can join your CEO on a visit to the nearby beach for some downtime by the water and in the sand. The choice really is all yours. You can decide to be as solo or social as you wish for the best of both worlds. Dinner in the evening will be at your leisure. Finding a hip foodie spot with your travel mates sounds like a fabulous idea.
Traveling solo alongside your new Solo-ish travel mates means there's always something fun to do and new friends to explore with. But the joy of travel can also be about taking time to yourself to recharge, refresh and reflect on the journey. Today, choose to join your CEO for an incredible activity, or take the time to yourself to enjoy your own company in one of the most incredible places on our planet.
Enjoy breakfast in Rio Dulce before traveling back to Antigua. There will be a stop for lunch on your own along the way. Upon arrival to Antigua your CEO will take the group on an orientation walk downtown and then you will be free to do dinner as you please. Maybe gather together as a group of strangers that have become friends for a fantastic night of delicious food, laughter, and love in a beautiful place you will never forget.
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.
Enjoy a final evening in Antigua. Take photos, walk around the centre of town, and perhaps attend an optional group dinner to commemorate a fantastic Solo-ish experience in Guatemala.
You arrived a solo traveller and are leaving with many new friends. Say goodbye to your fellow Solo-ish travellers and depart at any time.
Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
Select a destination below to to view the hotel(s) included by G Adventures in their Solo-Ish Guatemala tour:
6a. Avenida Sur # 6, Antigua Guatemala
Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala
Flores, Guatemala
Panajachel, Guatemala
Rio Dulce, Guatemala
G Adventures is informing us of the following additional details regarding their Solo-Ish Guatemala tour:
Max 16, Avg. 14.
Your G for Good Moment: Chokojol Juyu Community Visit & Lunch, Antigua GuatemalaYour G for Good Moment: Lake Atitlan Boat Ride and Community Visit, Lago de AtitlanYour Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and GroupDinner Party: Guatemalan Cuisine Focused Cooking Class, Antigua GuatemalaWe Day: The History & Local Indigenous Communities of Antigua, Antigua GuatemalaG Day: Lake Atitlan Communities & Cultural Immersion, PanajachelMe Day: Rio Dulce Me Day, Rio Dulce. Complimentary arrival transfer. CEO-led walking tour of Antigua. Boat tour of Lake Atitlan. Tikal Tour with a local guide. Visit to Finca Paraiso. Free time in Antigua, Panajachel, Flores, and Rio Dulce. Internal flight between Guatemala City & Flores. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Learn to make tortillas in the colourful streets of Antigua, Explore the lakeside villages of Atitlan by boat. Walk among the ancient ruins of Tikal deep in the jungle. Soak in the hot waterfall and cool river at Finca Paraiso
Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your leader, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy we require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency evacuation and repatriation. A minimum coverage of USD200,000 is required. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. Some tours include adventure activities that require extra coverage (e.g. crampon use); please review your itinerary and make sure that you are covered for all included activities. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.
G Adventures is offering the following optional activities at an additional cost, subject to availability:
Rio Dulce- Scenic Boat Ride to Livingston (30USD per person)Livingston- Caribbean Gastronomic Experience "El Manglar"
Hotels (8 nts).
8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
Eating is a big part of traveling. Travelling with G Adventures you experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available out in the world. Generally meals are not included in the trip price when there is a choice of eating options, to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility, though generally food is cheap. Our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though. Your CEO will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip. The above information applies to G Adventures group trips. Please refer to the meals included and budget information for included meals and meal budgets.
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
All G Adventures group trips are accompanied by one of our group leaders, a G Adventures representative, or an expedition team. The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting- we think it's the best of both worlds.
Private vehicle, plane, boat.
Documents:o Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)o Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)o Passport (required) (With photocopies)o Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)o Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)Essentials:o Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)o Binoculars (optional)o Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)o Cash, credit and debit cardso Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)o Ear plugso First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)o Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)o Fleece top/sweatero Footwearo Hato Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)o Locks for bagso Long pants/jeanso Moneybelto Outlet adaptero Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)o Reusable water bottleo Shirts/t-shirtso Sleepwearo Small travel towelo Sunglasseso Swimwearo Watch and alarm clocko Waterproof backpack covero Windproof rain jacketHealth & Safety:o Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)o Hand sanitizero Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)Warm Weather:o Sandals/flip-flopso Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)o Sturdy water shoes/sandalso Sun hat/bandanao Swimwear
Laundry facilities are offered by some of our hotels for a charge. There will be times when you may want to or have to do your own laundry so we suggest you bring non-polluting/biodegradable soap.
Standard: Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.