9 days in Tokyo, Guatemala City & Villa Nueva Itinerary

Tokyo holds the status of most populous metropolitan area in the world--a fact you'll find tangible as you walk the bustling streets and explore its diverse neighborhoods and cultures.

Start off your visit on the 1st (Mon): take a stroll through Akihabara, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Senso-ji Temple, then make a trip to Meiji Jingu Shrine, and finally admire the striking features of Tokyo Tower.

To find ratings, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Tokyo day trip planner.

If you are flying in from Japan, the closest major aiports are Tokyo Haneda International Airport, Narita International Airport, Ibaraki Airport / JASDF Hyakuri Air Base and Yokota Air Base. Expect a daytime high around 28°C in May, and nighttime lows around 19°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Tue) so you can catch the flight to Guatemala City.

The largest city in Central America and the country's capital, Guatemala City contains historic sights and modern businesses.

Guatemala City is known for shopping, zoos & aquariums, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: get to know the resident critters at La Aurora Zoo, take a stroll through Zona Viva, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at La Merced, and get in on the family fun at Mundo Petapa Irtra.

To see more things to do, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Guatemala City trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by flight from Tokyo to Guatemala City takes 21.5 hours. The time zone difference moving from Japan Standard Time to Central Standard Time is minus 15 hours. In May in Guatemala City, expect temperatures between 31°C during the day and 19°C at night. You'll have a few hours on the 5th (Fri) to wrap things up before traveling to Villa Nueva.

Villa Nueva City is a City in the Guatemala department of Guatemala. When in Villa Nueva, make a side trip to see Auto Safari Chapin in Escuintla, approximately Escuintla away. Next up on the itinerary: test the waters at Santa Teresita Hotel & Spa Termal, take in panoramic vistas at Teleferico de Amatitlan, and explore the striking landscape of Naciones Unidas National Park.

For where to stay, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Villa Nueva tour itinerary planning site.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Guatemala City to Villa Nueva. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Mon) early enough to travel back home.