Lakeside Villages and Relaxation
8 Day Guatemala Itinerary
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!
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
DAY 1
Santa Cruz La Laguna, Lake Atitlan
Laguna Lodge
- night 1 of 5
Guatemala City to Panajachel
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 ...
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.
DAY 2
Santa Cruz La Laguna, Lake Atitlan
Laguna Lodge
- night 2 of 5
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, ...
DAY 4
Santa Cruz La Laguna, Lake Atitlan
Laguna Lodge
- night 4 of 5
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. ...
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
9:00 am - 11:00 am pickup/drop-off time
2.00 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 ...
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. ...
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.
DAY 7
Antigua
Casa Santo Domingo
- night 2 of 2
DAY 8
Antigua
Casa Santo Domingo
La Antigua to Guatemala City
4:00 am - 5:00 am pickup/drop-off time
1.00 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 ...
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