Private Tour
Antigua + Guatemala City Full Day Tour - History Lovers Favorite
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Get ready to explore two of Guatemala’s most historic and iconic cities in one unforgettable day! We’ll start by taking you to the enchanting colonial city of Antigua Guatemala, where you’ll discover the country’s vibrant history through must-see landmarks like Casa Santo Domingo, Cerro de la Cruz, La Merced Church, and the Santa Catalina Arch. Then, we’ll head back to Guatemala City to experience its bustling charm, visiting Avenida Las Américas, Reforma Avenue, the stunning Yurrita Church, and Plaza de la Constitución, with a stop at the stylish Ciudad Cayalá. Capture every moment as we journey through the heart and soul of Guatemala’s past and present!
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
Guided tour in Antigua and Guatemala City
Certified Tour Guide
Gratuities
Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Guatemala City
We will start the tour by picking you up at the lobby of your hotel. We will head to Antigua Guatemala so sit back, relax and enjoy the trip.
Casa Santo Domingo Museums
Biggest Monastery in Antigua Guatemala. Located on the grounds of the Santo Domingo Monastery, Casa Santo Domingo began life as the mainstay for one of the most important convents in the Americas. Those who lived in this sanctuary followed the order of Santo Domingo de Guzmán, and the monastery acted as a shelter for them. Its origins can be traced back to 1538 when the first Dominicans arrived in Guatemala, and during this time the monastery was a grand, two-towered, ten-belled building filled with riches and relics. Unfortunately, the monastery was partially destroyed in the 1773 Santa Marta earthquake, and what still stands has become a monument preserving the baroque architecture and treasures of the period. The ancient walls, brick archways, and tile corridors convey the history of the original Casa Santo Domingo, and today part of the ruins have been turned into Antigua’s only five-star hotel, which opened in 1989.
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Antigua + Guatemala City Full Day Tour - History Lovers Favorite
Pickup included
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
That’s a Wrap!
Vctor d,
Sep 4, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00The day got started and ended on time, and everything in between was perfect! Eduardo, “Lalo”, the tour guide and “Don” Carlos, the chauffeur, were both excellent! I could not have asked for anyone better. Thank you for a great and memorable experience!
Disappointed
Luv2TravelFarNWide,
Mar 11, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Picked up by a van & driver, with our tour guide Camilo, for a private tour. Didn't realize the majority of our day would be in the car, largely due to the horrible traffic in Guatemala City. The drive to Antigua was interesting, and our driver made a suggested change in route to provide us with an overview of Antigua before driving down into the town. Upon arrival we enjoyed a walking tour of this picturesque town. However, there were way too many tourists and we didn't feel like we were experiencing the culture. Our guide dropped us off at a Cafe for lunch. The tour said it was to include lunch, but we were left to cover it ourselves. Had we known we were buying our own lunch we would have requested to be taken to a place that offers Guatemalan food. After lunch we headed back to Guatemala City -- no time to wander around the square, shops, etc. Back in G.C. the traffic was again horrendous and getting from "point of interest" to "point of interest" was a slog. Our guide arranged the afternoon so that he could be dropped off at his house before our driver took us back to our hotel. Overall we were pleased that this tour got us an overview of Antigua and Guatemala City. The van and driver were good. The guide was not as full of knowledge nor as enthusiastic about the culture as we had from our other tour with Guat2Do (to Lake Atitlan). But now we've "been there, done that" and won't go back.
Fun and Informative
Gabrielle E,
Jan 31, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide Elida was amazing. She was so kind and knowledgeable making our tour so memorable. I loved the museum and the food at lunch was so delicious! We visited so many places and learned so much! I would definitely recommend!
Highly Recommend
Nomad575279,
May 30, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ruben was excellent and with all of his historical knowledge, the day flew by! Chencho was a great driver and got us to all of the places very quickly. Highly recommend!
Hobbitenango themed park and Antigua Guatemala
C6004NNstephanies,
Apr 17, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The whole experience was amazing, from the time I was picked up at the hotel to the time I got back. Our tour guide, Winston, was super nice and very, very knowledgeable; there’s not a question he didn’t have the answer to. He made the whole experience even more enjoyable than if I had done it myself.
Amazing
861ayannam,
Mar 12, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ruben was BEYOND AMAZING!!!! His depth of knowledge was so insightful and I greatly appreciated learning the rich history of Guatemala. From the moment we were picked up Ruben was professional, kind, warm and extremely authentic. Touring the hotspots of Guatemala City was truly stunning as we drove thru the different zones. As we headed to Antigua I was also pleased to learn about the different flora and vegetation native to the area. Ruben was knowledgeable about everything!!!!! Once we arrived to Antigua I knew we were in for a treat because Ruben knew the best places to get souvenirs and take lifetime photos. The memories created on this trip really made my time in Guatemala even more special. I would absolutely use this service again!!!!!!
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