5 Days Exploring Guatemala's Highlights

About This Tour

A fast-paced 5-day private trip for the active traveler — a quad-bike ride through the hills above Antigua, kayaking on Lake Atitlan, a rural lakeside walk, and a hike to the crater of Pacaya volcano. The entire route stays within Guatemala, between Antigua and Lake Atitlan.

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.

Arrival

Arrival pickup at La Aurora International Airport, Guatemala City (GUA).

Day 1 — Welcome to Guatemala!

Arrival at La Aurora International Airport and a private transfer to your hotel in colonial Antigua.

Day 2 — Discover Antigua's Beautiful Surroundings

A quad-bike (or buggy) excursion to the Cerro de la Cruz viewpoint and Hobbitenango park at 2,500 meters, followed by a transfer to Panajachel on Lake Atitlan.

Day 3 — Kayak on the Waters of Lake Atitlan

A private three-hour kayak excursion from Santa Cruz La Laguna with an English-speaking guide, with a swimming stop near San Marcos.

Day 4 — Get a Taste of Rural Living

A boat crossing to Santa Cruz La Laguna and a walk to the village of Jaibalito, passing corn and coffee plantations, before transferring back to Antigua.

Day 5 — Get Up Close to the Volcanoes of Antigua

A three-hour ascent of Pacaya volcano to view its crater and fumaroles, with the option of horseback riding, before transferring to the airport.

Departure

The trip ends in Antigua, with a transfer to La Aurora International Airport (GUA) for your departure flight.

What's Included

A private vehicle and driver, just for your group

A professional, knowledgeable local guide

Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip

Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group

All tolls, parking, and fuel

What's Not Included

Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included

Meals and snacks

Gratuities for your guide or driver

Personal expenses

Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?

Your group only — never combined with strangers

Crowded 50+ seat group buses

Fully custom stops, built around you

A fixed script with no flexibility

Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying

Meeting at a fixed public meeting point

Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup

Third-party booking fees

Important Information

Know Before You Book

Group size can range from 1 to 25 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.

Know Before You Go

We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.

Special Requests

Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — your own driver and air-conditioned vehicle throughout, with an English or Spanish-speaking local guide on excursions. The quad-bike outing is a small-group activity.

No — this short trip stays entirely between Antigua and Lake Atitlan, within Guatemala.

No — the Lake Atitlan kayak excursion is guided and suited to beginners, on calm lake water.

It's enough for a focused look at Antigua and Lake Atitlan with real adventure activities included, though it doesn't reach Tikal or the Peten — the longer itineraries cover those.

Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.

Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.

Request a Quote

Tell us your group size and preferred date — we'll follow up with pricing.

DurationMulti-Day Tour

PickupArrival pickup at La Aurora International Airport, Guatemala City (GUA).

Group size1 to 25 guests, any vehicle class

ItineraryFully customizable to your group

Direct pricing — no marketplace markup

Free itinerary changes until confirmed

Direct line to your guide and driver

Usually respond within a few hours

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