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This exhilarating multi-sport itinerary takes you off the beaten path to explore Guatemala like few can! The tour begins by climbing an active volcano.  You’ll go deep into the remote & traditional Mayan highlands and bike through spectacular volcanic scenery on local trade routes. Visit remote, colorful local markets. Stay in a local home to learn more about the typical way of life. You’ll go kayaking on the high altitude lake of Lake Atitlan, with majestic volcanoes, then climb temples in the jungle at the world famous site of Tikal.

ACTIVITIES

• Volcano Climbing, Hiking, Biking, Kayaking, Zip Line, Jungle Trekking

HIGHLIGHTS

• Antigua, Lake Atitlan, Chichi, Homestay, Tikal

 DATES AVAILABLE FOR 2006

• DEC 9th - 17th

DAYS 1 & 2
Upon arrival into Guatemala guests are met at the airport and transferred to the colonial town of Antigua (1hr). Overnight in Hotel Aurora or similar (2N).
Pacaya Volcano Hike Guests transfer to Pacaya National Park where we will begin hiking on this famous and active volcano! The hike takes around 2.5 hours. At the top you can see down into the crater to the lava as well as experience the energy of an active volcano. On the return to Antigua, you can enjoy a fun guided tour through the colonial city. Dinner in one of the many local restaurants. (B,L,D)

DAYS 3 & 4
Day 3, Monday: Bike & Hike Alaska & Home Stay.
 Today we will transfer into the remote highland area known as Alaska, visiting the Mayan city of Ixmiche en route. Here we hike and bike in some of the most spectacular scenery of all Guatemala - in the undisturbed Alaska mountain range on local paths and trails, with views overlooking volcanoes and down to Lake Atitlan. Towards the end of the ride a spectacular downhill brings us to the highland village of Totonicapan. We’ll arrive in time for a visit at a local artesian workshop and meet your host family. Tonight is spent in a home stay accommodation with local Latino families in Totonicapan. Overnight with local families. (B,L,D)

Day 4,  Tuesday: Hike & Bike Zunil Ridge.
Today we transfer guests even deeper into the Guatemalan highlands to the spectacular Zunil mountain range where you will enjoy stunning views. At times you will be able to see ten volcano peaks at the same time. We will enjoy this magnificent scenery while hiking and biking along the ridge.  During your bike ride, we’ll stop at a remote local village and will receive a presentation of weaving arts. After lunch, it’s time to transfer to the shores of Lake Atitlan. Overnight at Hotel Bambu or Posada Santiago where we will stay for 2 nights.  (B,L,D)

DAYS 5 & 6
Day 5 , Wednesday: Kayak and Hike Cerro de Oro at Lake Atitlan.
This morning we’ll kayak on what many have called “the most beautiful lake in the world”, Lake Atitlan. We pass by local fishermen, indigenous Maya women doing their washing and men working in the fields wearing their famous embroidered Santiago shorts. You’ll also enjoy views of the three lake volcanoes. Once at Cerro de Oro we will hike this sacred and impressive where we can sometimes witness Mayan rituals. This process is an amazing and authentic glimpse of local Mayan life in this area. There are also great views of the whole lake and her surrounding volcanoes from atop this hill. When we are ready we will transfer back to our lodge on local pick up trucks. After lunch we visit this lively Tzutuhil Maya town with its market and its strange Maya God, “ Maximon” which locals revere and perform rituals in front of to bring good luck – or bad! (B,L,D)

Day 6: Thursday: Zipline and Chichicastenango Market.
We start today with a spectacular scenic drive on the most impressive back road at Lake Atitlan.  After an hour we reach the site of a spectacular zip line hiking adventure. A short transfer will bring clients to the town of Chichicastenango with its famous craft market. Once in Chichi we will have time to wander through the market and bargain for crafts such as textiles, masks, jewelry and many other beautiful artesian pieces. After lunch we transfer back to Antigua. Overnight in Antigua, Hotel Aurora or similar. (B,L,D)

DAYS 7, 8 & 9
Day 7: Friday:  Transfer to Guatemala City, Flight to Peten, Jungle Hike and Temples.  
Today we transfer to Guatemala City and take our flight to the northern rainforest in the Peten. A short drive brings is deep into the rainforest to Tikal. Enjoy time at the pool and lunch before starting our jungle trek. We’ll end the trek at the impressive area of mundo perdido in time for sunset. Overnight at Tikal. (B,L,D)

Day 8: Saturday: Tikal and tour.
Today guests will be taken on a guided tour of the famous Maya temple site in the jungle. Lunch is included at a local restaurant. In the afternoon guests will be transferred to the airport for their evening flight to Guatemala City. On arrival in Guatemala City, you will be met and taken to your hotel. The rest of the evening is free to enjoy the nightlife of Guatemala City. Overnight in Guatemala City or Antigua; Hotel Biltmore in Guatemala City or Aurora or similar in Antigua. (B, L)

Day 9: Sunday Departure.
You will be met at your hotel by your transfer to take you to the airport in plenty of time for your international flight out. (B)