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Known as the country of eternal spring, Guatemala is good to visit all year round but the dry season is November to May. The climate also varies according to altitude. The low-lying jungle areas such as El Peten are generally hot and sticky, in contrast to the highlands which are pleasantly warm during the day but can be very cool at night.

Fly to

Guatemala City - daily via Miami

flying time

12 hours

time difference

GMT -6 hours

Visas

Not required for UK passport holders

Health Requirements

Yellow fever if arriving from an infected area



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Insight into the World of the Maya - Group Tour

The Maya civilisation was one of the grandest in history and occupied a vast geographic area from Mexico to Honduras. Read more...

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Mayas & Markets

Highlights
Wonderful archaeological sites. Beautiful volcanoes and lakes. Read more...

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Rainforests, Ruins & Reefs

Highlights
Maya ruins of Tikal and Caracol. The world's second largest barrier reef. Read more...


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Guatemala holidays

Guatemala is Central America in miniature. Bordered by Mexico, Belize and Honduras, Guatemala has everything from ruins to rainforests and colonial churches to Indian markets.

A holiday in Guatemala with Abercrombie & Kent will be as memorable as the country itself, thanks to our in-depth knowledge and wealth of local contacts.

Antigua, the original capital, is set in the midst of three volcanoes Agua, Fuego and Acatenango and a wonderful town of colonial tranquillity and Mayan colour - a must for every Guatemala holiday.

Aldous Huxley once described Lake Atitlan as the 'most beautiful lake in the world'. Here your Guatemala holiday will take in the peace and serenity of the landscape whilst exploring Mayan villages and religious mysteries. Chichicastenango's vibrant market, meanwhile, is the best place to pause your Guatemala trip to shop for arts and crafts and is a photographer's paradise.  Continue your Guatemala travels further north to discover Mayan ruins hidden amongst the dense jungle.

At Tikal, explore monumental pyramids peaking out over the tropical canopy. Holidays in Guatemala can be perfectly combined with Belize and are ideal for relaxation, adventure, romantic honeymoons or family holidays.

Pricing
At A&K all of our journeys are individually tailored to suit your needs and timescale.  However, as a guide, a 10 night journey in Guatemala will cost from £3,165 per person based on two adults sharing with flights from the UK and subject to availability.

 
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Special offers

Casa Palopo, Guatemala

Autumn Offer - Stay 3 nights and pay for 2 nights
Stay 3 nights and pay 2 nights in this intimate hotel overlooking Lake Atitlan. Or stay 5 nights and save up to 30%.  Valid for travel until 31st October.

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