- Puerto Quetzal - We will start this tour immediately after picking up all our passengers at the cruise ports, either Puerto Quetzal or Marina Pez Vela. We will take advantage of the time on the road explaining all the interesting facts about Guatemala and its vibrant culture. Getting to Iximché will take us 2 and a half hours. During the trip you will see many different landscapes, you will go from hot to cold as we will go to the highlands. Enjoy the road.
- Iximche - After our time on the road, we will arrive at the Mayan city of Iximché. This was the last Mayan city in Guatemala before the coming of the Spanish conquerors. Get ready to know its history full of wars, conquests, betrayals, kings, and more. You will be accompanied all the time by a tour guide specialized in archeology and history, so rest assured that all the questions you may have will be answered.
This site is frequently visited by people of Mayan descent to carry out different ceremonies. They can be ceremonies of a petition, gratitude, etc. If we are lucky and if the local people allow it, we will be able to witness a Mayan ceremony.
- Pueblo Real Tecpán - After a perfect visit full of history, we will go to Pueblo Real in Tecpán so you can enjoy a delicious lunch. Enjoy your free time and eat deliciously. Then we will head back to Puerto Quetzal back to your cruise ship.
- Puerto Quetzal - At the end of the tour and after lunch we will take you back to your cruise. Take the time to rest and enjoy the views of the landscapes.
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Certified Tour Guide
- Port Pick Up & Drop Off
- Entrance Fee to the Mayan City of Iximche
- Gratuities
- Personal Expenses
This excursion is specifically designed for cruise ship travelers. We’ll pick you up from the Puerto Quetzal Pacific Ocean Cruise Port or Marina Pez Vela as the ship docks.
Iximche is an intriguing destination. Being one of the primary Mayan cities encountered by the Spaniards in 1524, it was declared the first capital of the Kingdom of Guatemala.
You’ll have the opportunity to view the ancient pyramids erected by the Maya, along with some of the most active ceremonial altars. These are sites where modern day Maya still enact traditional rites and burn tributes to their forebears. Rest assured, we’ll have you back before your cruise departs.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
