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Mexico, Guatemala & Belize
Guatemala Mayan ruins

Temples of Tikal – Guatemala

Bite-sized trip
  • Itinerary:
    Flores - Tikal (Guatemala)
  • Duration:
    3 days / 2 nights (flexible)
  • Price:
    from £135 per person (excluding flights)
Set out to explore Guatemala’s most famous and awe-inspiring Mayan temples at Tikal, set amongst thick jungle in the north of the country, and once featured as a location in Star Wars: A New Hope. You’ll spend 2 nights in the pretty town of Flores on an island on Lake Peten, and will visit the ruins on your second day.

Day 1 – Arrival in Flores

On arrival into Flores, you’ll make your way to your hotel – a charming little place in the old centre with a roof terrace which overlooks the lake. The town itself is a great place to spend an evening or two, with some really good restaurants and a promenade which you can stroll around as you take in the views. It’s best to get an early night though, as tomorrow morning you’ll be up early to head to the ruins.

Day 2 – Exploring Tikal

If you want a really unique experience then you can opt to head to the site for sunrise with a guide, otherwise we’ll arrange for transport to take you to the gate so that you can explore independently. Tikal has some of the largest pre-Columbian temples in the Americas, including the Lost World Pyramid and Jaguar Temple. You can spend hours wandering through the boulevards and will probably see plenty of wildlife popping out of the jungle on your way.

*Arranging a visit to Tikal can be a little complicated, since you need a ticket which can only be purchased locally at one of Guatemala’s main banks (for about £30) and should be done before you get to Flores. Don’t worry though, we’ll explain it in more detail before you go!

Day 3 – Continue your journey

After another evening relaxing in Flores, it’ll be time to check out and carry on to your next destination. We can book extra nights for you here though of course, if you’d prefer to hang around a little longer.

Accommodation

Mexico Flores accommodation beds

For this bite-sized trip we offer the following options

1Option

Upgrade to our In Style accommodation

  • Price:
    From £248 per person (excluding flights)
  • Included:
    In Style accommodation, excursions, transport and meals as described above

For this bite-sized trip we have an alternative option available for your accommodation. Our In-Style version is something a bit more special or unique but still with lots of local flavour! If you would like to upgrade your accommodation for this bite-size trip select our In Style option below.

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