16 days from £1,701
Exotic Guatemala lies at the heart of the Mayan world; Caribbean Belize is a tiny nation of silky white-sand beaches and coral islands. Combine them in a highlights holiday where we’ll show you the vivacious market at Guatemala’s Chichicastenango, mystical lake Atitlán, and tropical jungle sheltering the Mayan ruins of Tikal In Belize visit the forested highland hinterland being opened up to eco- and adventure-tourism, and relax on a balmy beach.
Suggested holiday itinerary (flexible)
Days 1,2 Fly from the UK to Guatemala City arriving the same evening. Transfer to colonial Antigua, set in the shadow of three volcanoes.
Day 3 Drive to Panajachel (2½hrs) on the shores of Lake Atitlán.
Day 4 Relax and enjoy the lake’s panoramic views.
Day 5 Drive to the atmospheric Mayan town of Chichicastenango, still an important centre for trading and religious ceremonies.
Day 6 Spend time at the world-famous produce and artisan market; return to Antigua.
Days 7,8 Fly to Flores, and stay in a simple jungle lodge well located for exploring the Mayan ruins at Tikal within dense rainforest.
Days 9-11 A 3 hour drive across the border into Belize. Spend 3 nights at the rural Lodge at Chaa Creek beside the Macal River (superior); or to the whitewashed cottages of Hidden Valley Inn in Mountain Pine Ridge where waterfalls, rivers, lakes and caves are surrounded by savannah and pine forest (standard).
Days 12-14 Drive to Belize City, and fly to Ambergris Caye, (20mins) a coral island offering diving and snorkelling. Unwind at the sedate but informal Victoria House resort (superior) or Sun Breeze hotel (standard) overlooking the Caribbean Sea.
Day 15 Fly to Belize City and connect to flight to the UK arriving day 16.
.How about?
- Extending your stay to visit the ruins at Copán
- Extra time in Belize? Chan Chich Lodge or Blancaneaux Lodge are both great choices
The above optional excursions may dovetail into the existing 14 night itinerary, or require extra nights. |  Overview of Tikal Ruins
 Colonial Antigua
 Victoria House, belize (superior)
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