23 days in Guatemala Itinerary

Sitting at the base of the volcano of the same name, San Pedro La Laguna has a particularly lively and international atmosphere, attracting tourists from across the world with its lakeside and volcanic scenery, nightlife, and wealth of budget accommodations.

Change things up with these side-trips from San Pedro La Laguna: Colonial Church (in Santiago Atitlan) and San Marcos La Laguna (Cerro Tzankujil Nature Reserve & San Marcos Holistic Cottage). There's lots more to do: explore the activities along Lago de Atitlan, look for gifts at Lema Association, take in the exciting artwork at Galeria Imox, and get impressive views of Volcan San Pedro.

To see traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, use the San Pedro La Laguna online trip builder.

Amsterdam, The Netherlands to San Pedro La Laguna is an approximately 21-hour combination of flight and car. The time zone changes from Central European Standard Time to Central Standard Time, which is usually a -7 hour difference. When traveling from Amsterdam in June, plan for a bit warmer days in San Pedro La Laguna, with highs around 77°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 56°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sat) to allow time to drive to Quetzaltenango.

Named for the Quetzal bird--one of Guatemala's national symbols--Quetzaltenango once included the territories controlled by K'iche' Mayans, a pre-Columbian tribe eventually supplanted by Spanish conquistadores.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Quetzaltenango: Retalhuleu (Xetulul Theme Park & Xocomil) and Panajachel (Church of St Francis, Reserva Natural Atitlán, &more). Next up on the itinerary: get impressive views of Santa Maria Volcano, contemplate the waterfront views at Laguna Chicabal, pause for some serene contemplation at Catedral del Espiritu Santo, and make a trip to Central Plaza.

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You can drive from San Pedro La Laguna to Quetzaltenango in 2 hours. Another option is to take a shuttle. While traveling from San Pedro La Laguna, expect little chillier days and about the same nights in Quetzaltenango, ranging from highs of 70°F to lows of 52°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Thu) so you can take a shuttle to Chichicastenango.

Sitting in a scenic spot among towering mountains, Chichicastenango has a large indigenous population and displays its cultural heritage in a burst of color when hosting its long-established market.

On the 9th (Fri), contemplate the long history of Pascual Abaj, then examine the collection at Museo de Mascaras Ceremoniales, then stroll the grounds of Chichi Cemetery, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Santo Tomas Church.

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You can take a shuttle from Quetzaltenango to Chichicastenango in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 70°F in June, and nighttime lows around 52°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Fri) so you can go by car to Lanquin.

San Agustín Lanquín, often referred to simply as Lanquín, is a municipality in the Guatemalan department of Alta Verapaz. Start off your visit on the 10th (Sat): Head underground at Lanquin Caves. Here are some ideas for day two: surround yourself with nature on Aventura Grande, contemplate the waterfront views at Monumento Natural Semuc Champey, and then explore the fascinating underground world of Grutas Las Marias.

To find reviews, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Lanquin travel itinerary planner.

You can drive from Chichicastenango to Lanquin in 4.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of taxi and bus; or do a combination of bus and shuttle. In June, Lanquin is warmer than Chichicastenango - with highs of 93°F and lows of 75°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Tikal National Park.

Take a trip to Tikal National Park and discover an ancient city in the thick tropical jungle.

On the 12th (Mon), don't miss a visit to Tikal.

For other places to visit, where to stay, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Tikal National Park planning tool.

You can drive from Lanquin to Tikal National Park in 6.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of shuttle and bus; or take a bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Flores.

An island town, capital of the landlocked region of Peten, attractive Flores features pleasant architecture that complements the shimmering appearance of the surrounding lake.

Go for a jaunt from Flores to El Remate to see Cerro Biotope Cahui about 32 minutes away. There's much more to do: have fun at Reyes Tikal, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Petencito Zoo, pause for some serene contemplation at Catedral de Flores, and explore the fascinating underground world of Actún Can.

To find other places to visit, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Flores trip itinerary maker.

Getting from Tikal National Park to Flores by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a shuttle; or take a bus. In June, daily temperatures in Flores can reach 89°F, while at night they dip to 74°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to Antigua.

The former capital of Guatemala and a World Heritage Site, Antigua retains its colonial charm and remains one of the most visited destinations in the country.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Antigua: Guatemala City (National Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology, La Aurora Zoo, &more). The adventure continues: get impressive views of Volcán Pacaya, explore the world behind art at Casa Santo Domingo Museums, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Iglesia de La Merced, and examine the collection at Museo Casa del Tejido Antiguo.

For more things to do, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Antigua trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by flight from Flores to Antigua takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or drive. Traveling from Flores in June, things will get little chillier in Antigua: highs are around 77°F and lows about 62°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Thu) so you can fly back home.