Lakeside Villages and Relaxation

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed this lakeside getaway by Lake Atitlan. We stayed in amazing places and will be using Anywhere again as we explore more of Central America!

Lake Atitlán Villages Half-Day Tour

Canopy in Atitlan's Natural Reserve

Antigua Walking Tour Half Day

Laguna Lodge

Casa Santo Domingo

Lake Atitlán

Atitlan Natural Reserve

Santa Cruz La Laguna, Lake Atitlan

Antigua

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8 Day Guatemala Itinerary

2 Adults

$263 pp/night

$3682 total USD

Lakeside serenity…

This was the quintessential lakeside relaxation getaway my wife and I had been looking forward to. We spent eight glorious days lounging by the scenic views of Lake Atitlan and exploring different villages around the area. We first stayed at Laguna Lodge in Santa Cruz La Laguna, a secluded lodge that is only accessible by boat! The interior was beautiful, and we could tell it was inspired by all the natural beauty around it, using volcanic stones and local wood as the main material. We also enjoyed doing the excursion through Atitlan Natural Reserve. The wildlife here seemed at peace with the locals and the tourists.

The history and sights of Antigua…

For the last two days of our trip, we stayed at Antigua to experience a more busy city life. Casa Santo Domingo is AMAZING — we loved seeing the ancient monastery ruins that are integrated into the property. The museums are interesting and a great way to learn about the history of the city.

The reason we’ll be back again!

This vacation was thoroughly relaxing and we loved it. Claudia did an amazing job arranging all the transportation and recommending these lodgings. We would love to explore more of Central America, and would definitely use Anywhere again for it!

Places

5	nights	Santa Cruz La Laguna, Lake Atitlan
2	nights	Antigua

Sites

3rd	day	Lake Atitlán
5th	day	Atitlan Natural Reserve

Activities

3rd	day	Lake Atitlán Villages Half-Day Tour
5th	day	Canopy in Atitlan's Natural Reserve
6th	day	Antigua Walking Tour Half Day

Hotels

5	nights	Laguna Lodge
2	nights	Casa Santo Domingo

Meals

Free Breakfast for 5 days

Transport

private driver	Guatemala City, Guatemala to Lake Atitlan
private driver	Lake Atitlan to Antigua
private driver	Antigua to Guatemala City, Guatemala

Trip Overview

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DAY 1

Santa Cruz La Laguna, Lake Atitlan

Laguna Lodge - night 1 of 5

Guatemala City to Panajachel

OPEN DAY TO EXPLORE

EXPLORE

Guatemala City to Panajachel

Private transport type
11:00 am - 2:00 pm pickup/drop-off time
3.00 hours duration

Private transportation is a good option for travelers who desire comfort and flexibility while exploring a new country. These personal shuttles will take you anywhere in Guatemala and can typically accommodate changes in your schedule.

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Laguna Lodge

3:00 pm check-in
1 room.

The Laguna Lodge is set within the town of Santa Cruz La Laguna. This hotel is built literally on the edge of the lake and has beautiful accommodations.

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DAY 2

Santa Cruz La Laguna, Lake Atitlan

Laguna Lodge - night 2 of 5

OPEN DAY TO EXPLORE

EXPLORE

DAY 3

Santa Cruz La Laguna, Lake Atitlan

Laguna Lodge - night 3 of 5

Lake Atitlán Villages Half-Day Tour

Lake Atitlán is one of the most beautiful places in Guatemala. The villages that surround the lake are unique and fascinating. This tour takes you to three such villages—San Juan La Laguna, Santiago Atitlán, and San Pedro La Laguna.

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Included for 2 persons in your party.
From 9:00 am - 1:00 pm start/end time
Transport included

DAY 4

Santa Cruz La Laguna, Lake Atitlan

Laguna Lodge - night 4 of 5

OPEN DAY TO EXPLORE

EXPLORE

DAY 5

Santa Cruz La Laguna, Lake Atitlan

Laguna Lodge - night 5 of 5

Canopy in Atitlan's Natural Reserve

This hike through the tree canopy of the Atitlan Reserve will give you a bird’s eye view of an exciting environment. Pristine Lake Atitlan offers more natural beauty than you can capture with a few snapshots. To get the most out of this scenery, get a view from the top.

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Included for 2 persons in your party.
From 8:00 am - 12:00 pm start/end time
Transport included

DAY 6

Santa Cruz La Laguna, Lake Atitlan / Antigua

Laguna Lodge

Casa Santo Domingo - night 1 of 2

Antigua Walking Tour Half Day

Panajachel to Antigua

Private transport type
9:00 am - 11:00 am pickup/drop-off time
2.00 hours duration

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Casa Santo Domingo

3:00 pm check-in
1 room.

Casa Santo Domingo is truly a unique hotel. Set within the center of La Antigua, this hotel is built around the ruins of a 16th-century Dominican monastery and has several museums for guests to explore. The accommodations here are charming and comfortable.

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Antigua Walking Tour Half Day

La Antigua is one of Guatemala’s most charming and historic cities. During this half-day walking tour you’ll enjoy an evening visit of some of Antigua’s best sites.

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Included for 2 persons in your party.
From 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm start/end time
Transport included