Colonial Antigua - Past and Present from Puerto Quetzal
Overview
Embark on a scenic 90-minute drive to La Antigua Guatemala that takes guests trough the Guatemala’s Pacific Lowlands Plains first and then behold the spectacular climb to the Range of Volcanoes where this UNESCO’s WORLD HERITAGE SITE is at 5000 feet high above sea level.
Upon arrival visit Hotel Casa Santo Domingo whose facilty counts with its own original archeological site restored since 1989. Visit the Museums of Colonial Art , Mayan Pottery and Handcrafts. Following for a lunch break to have a gastronomic experience at a local Restaurant of your choice.
Then visit Santiago de los Caballeros known today as La Antigua Guatemala founded in 1543 cobblestone streets, colorful facades and tiled roofs, as well as restored and un-restored ruins of churches, palaces, convents and mansions, make this colonial city a favorite destination. Time permitting you will have a visit to a Jade Factory oldest and newest industry of the country
Upon arrival visit Hotel Casa Santo Domingo whose facilty counts with its own original archeological site restored since 1989. Visit the Museums of Colonial Art , Mayan Pottery and Handcrafts. Following for a lunch break to have a gastronomic experience at a local Restaurant of your choice.
Then visit Santiago de los Caballeros known today as La Antigua Guatemala founded in 1543 cobblestone streets, colorful facades and tiled roofs, as well as restored and un-restored ruins of churches, palaces, convents and mansions, make this colonial city a favorite destination. Time permitting you will have a visit to a Jade Factory oldest and newest industry of the country
Inclusions
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Profetional Guide
- Bottled water
- Entry/Admission - Casa Santo Domingo Museums
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: The Plaza Central Park, Plaza Mayor City Center, Antigua 03001 Guatemala
TheCentral Plaza and the main palaces around it
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Casa Santo Domingo Museums, 3a Calle Oriente 28 Centro Histórico, Antigua 03001 Guatemala
visit to the museums and archeologycal site
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Jade Maya - The original Jade factory, museum & showroom, 4a. Calle Oriente No. 34, Antigua 03001 Guatemala
check out the making of jewelry out of raw Jade
Duration: 40 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: The Plaza Central Park, Plaza Mayor City Center, Antigua 03001 Guatemala
TheCentral Plaza and the main palaces around it
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Casa Santo Domingo Museums, 3a Calle Oriente 28 Centro Histórico, Antigua 03001 Guatemala
visit to the museums and archeologycal site
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Jade Maya - The original Jade factory, museum & showroom, 4a. Calle Oriente No. 34, Antigua 03001 Guatemala
check out the making of jewelry out of raw Jade
Duration: 40 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
DanielM5049
December 2019
Erwin is the most friendly and competent tour guide you could have. His knowledge of the area is masterful and his charm compliments the tour. You will leave as his friend, I promise.
Erwin is the most friendly and competent tour guide you could have. His knowledge of the area is masterful and his charm compliments the tour. You will leave as his friend, I promise.Bledsoe2Bledsoe2
February 2020
Our tour guide Erwin Rivas was a terrific guide that shared the life and times of the people of Guatemala. His enthusiasm for explaining culture, history and styles of Guatemala. We had a private tour of a small village. Where the women have make their clothing or ‘traje’ (as it is called in Gua...
Our tour guide Erwin Rivas was a terrific guide that shared the life and times of the people of Guatemala. His enthusiasm for explaining culture, history and styles of Guatemala. We had a private tour of a small village. Where the women have make their clothing or ‘traje’ (as it is called in Guatemala). We tour through the old town of Puerto Quetzal. We wondered through the five start hotel that was magnificent, as he explained he history of this. We ended our tour learning about the history of the town. A quick ride back to the cruise line with happy faces. This is good for all people.