The Real Gems Of Guatemala In A Day: Atitlan And Antigua
Javier Mata
Helicopter to Atitlan
Fly early in the morning over Guatemala's beautiful Altiplano region and land in Atitlan.
Have breakfast in Hotel Casa Palopo
Enjoy a wonderful Guatemalan breakfast to start your day.
Shop in Mercado de Chichicastenango
The Mercado opens up with a ceremony not to be missed. Enjoy a Mayan-Catholic ceremony. Then wonder around and shop for amazing produce and textiles.
Take a flight back to Antigua Guatemala
Visit the colonial town of Antigua. Only 10 mins by air from Atitlan.
Get to know Antigua Guatemala
Stroll around the streets, get lost, go back into time, discover other cultures, and in the process find yourself.
Have an amazing lunch at Meson Panza Verde
Have an amazing lunch at Meson Panza Verde
Go Climb Pacaya Volcano
Just 1.5 hours climb and you'll be at the crater, where you can see rivers of lava flowing.
Massage at La Reunion Resort
Come back and relax in La Reunion Golf Club. Enjoy an amazing massage in front of the volcanoes, steam room, and get ready for the night.
Have dinner at Bistro Cinq
One of Antigua's best restaurants. Make sure to order the Steak Tartare and Burger.
Go for Drinks around Calle del Arco
Bohemian nightlife. Enjoy a nice conversation with live music and wine.
I would stay at: one of Rentudo's Colonial Houses in Antigua
Experience the life of a local and stay in one of Rentudo's authentic houses: https://rentudo.com/
