Luxury Guatemala
Tours made for you
Tikal ruins
Marvel at the ancient Mayan ruins
Delicious cuisine
Devour tradtional dishes made with fresh ingredients
Enormous markets
Explore produce, crafts and culture
Natural beauty
Volcanoes, serene highland lakes and rolling hills
Ancient temples and rainforests, Mayan culture and interesting towns
Guatemala. A lush land of volcanoes, serene highland lakes and generous swathes of rolling jungle, once the centre of Maya civilisation. Your luxury Guatemala tours can encompass many ancient monuments, different adventure activities such as hiking and biking and meaningful cultural experiences.
Tikal, enveloped by emerald jungle, and the exquisite, earthquake-defying Baroque architecture of Antigua, are often included as highlights in our curated approach to Guatemala luxury travel. These locations, along with exclusive experiences, will help you to connect to the enduring traditions and cultures passed down through generations.
In Guatemala there is a deep connection between human life and the environment, with numerous sacred sites, both natural and man-made, scattered across its captivating landscapes. Explore these by hiking and zip lining through tropical rainforests and trekking to the peaks of smouldering volcanoes.
Get a taste for Guatemalan life and tuck into some of the country’s most popular dishes, whether at restaurants or from street food stalls. Many of the traditional dishes you’ll be introduced to are based on Mayan cuisine, with maize, chillies and black beans featuring prominently.
Guatemala can be visited alone, or for a longer itinerary it combines well with Mexico or Belize. Speak with our team of travel specialists who will help you plan the perfect, bespoke trip.
Highlights
Trek the lush pine forests around Pacaya Volcano with a private guide, enjoying incredible views from lesser-known vantage points
Visit El mercado de Chichicastenago, the largest market in Guatemala to learn about local produce and spend time browsing the stalls
Enjoy a private guided tour of the Tikal site, exploring temples that rise up through the jungle canopy
Catch a glimpse of the magnificent sunset over Lake Atitlan at the end of your mountain biking adventure in the mountains
Try a hands-on textile experience in a small village with an expert weaver as your guide, explaining centuries-old techniques
Learn about ancient culture on a Guatemala Mayan cultural tour around Antigua’s museums and workshops
Guatemala is a land rich in Mayan history which still holds strong in the present day culture. Explore the ruins of Tikal and learn about the country's rich history, visit one of Lake Atitlan's picturesque villages or hike up an active volcano. We can combine a great mix of culture, history and adventure to create your perfect discovery of Guatemala.
Charles Kronsten
Senior Travel Designer
Luxury accommodation in Guatemala
There are many incredible places to stay in Guatemala. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:
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Why book with Jacada?
Personalised design
We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.
Authentic experiences
Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.
Responsible travel
Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.
Guatemala trip inspiration
Get inspired with our Guatemala example trips and then get in touch to plan your own adventure
Where to go in Guatemala
Antigua
The setting in a central highland valley ringed by three volcanoes, the city was once one of the largest seats of the Spanish colonial empire and has a perfectly preserved blend of that era’s history and its captivating baroque architecture.
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Guatemala City
The city is big and busy and while architectural gems are rather thin on the ground, it does have the country’s best museums and galleries.
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Lake Atitlan
Formed over 80,000 years ago by a violent volcanic eruption, Lake Atitlan is one of the world’s most beautiful lakes and both an incredibly tranquil and cultural place to relax for a couple of days.
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Tikal
One of the greatest sites of the Mayan civilisation to survive today, Tikal’s historical statistics and scale are impressive but it’s really the once thriving city’s contrasting thick and magical jungle location that make it so utterly mesmerising.
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When to visit Guatemala
You can discover the natural beauty and historic ruins of Guatemala all year round, thanks to the Central American country’s generally pleasant climate. November to April is the best time to visit Guatemala as they are the dry months, but even during the wet season it doesn’t rain excessively.
Festivals
March, April, September, November
Turtle Nesting
June - December
Visit Tikal
November - August
Travel guides
Plan your trip to Guatemala
Whatever you want from your adventure in Guatemala, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.
Your trip, your story
We craft trips deeply personal, delightfully surprising and entirely one of a kind. Every Jacada journey begins in conversation with a travel designer, a specialist in their destination of expertise. Behind each journey is a wealth of insight, gathered over years of on-the-ground exploration.
Once you’re booked, you’ll meet your concierge. Based in the region you’re visiting, they’ll take care of all the details so your mind is at rest. They make the trip truly special – and truly yours.
