Top Central Highlands Walking Tours

Roam among the ruins as we walk, eat and repeat our way around the lovely town of lovely Antigua, Guatemala. In this grand land of high walls and big doors, we invite you to experience some of the culinary gems hidden throughout this charming destination. In a small town with well over 300 restaurants and food related businesses, we take the guess work out of your stay by suggesting where to eat, as we show you the yummy! Indulge in 10+ tasty tastings and learn all of the interesting, inspiring and sometimes funny stories of the owners and chefs who strive to bring quality cuisine to locals and visitors alike.

Benefit from the insights of your guide on a 3-hour walking tour of Antigua that delves into the city’s history and culture. See architectural landmarks, museums, and the Catedral de San Jose as your guide shares details about their importance and restoration. Bring your camera for great photo ops as you learn about Guatemala in history and today.

Discover the indigenous lead industries of Guatemala on a private 5-hour tour from Antigua. All-inclusive transportation takes you from your accommodation to a number of communities surrounding the city. Experience the flavors of the country at a chocolate workshop, macadamia farm, and coffee plantation. You can also observe Mayan weavers at work at a textile museum in San Antonio Aguas Calientes.

This is the ideal day-tour for those who love culture and nature. We will leave Antigua at 6 in the morning and drive for 1:50hrs to visit the beautiful Los Tarrales Natural Reserve. This 1,300-hectare private reserve is located right at Atitlan´s volcano slope. In its extension, experts have counted more than 350 species of birds reside. During our morning visit, you will also enjoy miles of trails with coffee bushes, ornamental plants, jungle and water springs. For lunchtime, we will visit the charming Mayan Village of San Lucas Toliman. Before to take our shuttle back to Antigua, don´t forget to interact with the locals right at lake Atitlan´s shore and check out their products and handicrafts. This activity has been designed to amaze and fulfill the expectations of travelers looking for re-encountering nature. From amateur/nature lovers to avid birders.

Our adventure starts at 7:00 am with our team picking you up at your hotel. The transportation service included in this tour is private, exclusively for you and your companion or group. All our vehicles are recent models with A/C, reclinable seats and cooler on board. The guide will accompany you along the tour and will share the history and secrets of these fascinating destinations. The detailed itinerary goes as follows: 07:00 am - Antigua hotel pick up 09:30 am - Arrival at Chichicastenango and tour at the village visiting the following places: Market, churches and typical stores 12:30 pm - Tour ending and free time to have lunch (meal not included in price) 02:00 pm - Transfer from Chichicastenango to Iximche 03:30 pm - Arrival at Mayan ruins and tour 05:00 pm - Transfer from Iximche to Antigua Guatemala 06:30 pm - Arrival at Antigua

As one of the oldest cities in Guatemala, Antigua is brimming with history, legends, and plenty of sightseeing. This guided tour of Antigua gives you a taste of all the city has to offer—wander through the cobbled colonial streets with your guide to get the local perspective on key sights and attractions like La Merced, plus get recommendations on great restaurants and fun activities to check out while you're in town.

This tour is based on the important part of the city's history and is carefully crafted with the best certified guides in Antigua to offer a service of trust and satisfaction.

This is the only walking tour on Guatemala city, that shows the real heart of the city. Walk and goes inside of some important houses.

Guatemala's vibrant and colorful market days have been celebrated for more than 4,000 years. Markets are the best opportunities to experience Guatemala's rich traditional Mayan culture in one location, each hosting splendid examples of traditional textiles, handicrafts, and an assortment of unique food. However, each market area hosts its own unique specialty. Chichicastenango, is one of the biggest markets in Guatemala with its endless tables of produce and special made masks made for The Dance of the Conquest. Visit Guatemala's must-see markets on an exclusive private tour with a passionate and professional guide devoted to giving you an experience-of-a-lifetime!

Visit several Antigua highlights in one convenient walking tour, ideal for first-time visitors or those with limited time in the region. There’s no need to worry about getting lost or overlooking lesser-known spots, as your guide will escort you from point to point, providing context for each attraction along the way.

When visiting Antigua, a walking tour is the way to go. Admire views of colonial structures and colorful churches as you wander down the city's cobbled streets with your guide. As you walk, your guide shares a local perspective on top sights like La Merced and Plaza Mayor.

You will enjoy the most charming spots of Antigua Guatemala in an authentic and fun way, exploring across its cobblestone streets and enjoying the color and tastes of our culture. You will visit ruins of convents and churches, old colonial houses, emblematic parks, and beautiful markets, accompanied by a local guide.

Lake Atitlan & Villages is part of the traditional one-day tours of Tikal Go. The tour can start from Antigua Guatemala or Guatemala City, depending on where you are. If you are looking to visit Lake Atitlan for a day, this is a great option since you’ll be visiting Panajachel and also Santiago de Atitlán in a private boat. You’ll have enough time to enjoy one of the most beautiful lakes in the world. Atitlán owes its greatness to its enormous size and its spectacular volcanic environment. Lake Atitlán was formed when a volcanic caldera detached itself from its magma. Three majestic volcanoes, Atitlán, Tolimán and San Pedro, increase its grace from its southern shore, its perfect cones are reflected in the blue mirror of the lake. You can also see the fabric made and worn by the Mayan women Tzutujil and Cakchiquel who live around the lake and many of the men also wear traditional hand-woven clothes, in this wonderful and incredible place.

Explore the traditional markets of Antigua and learn about regional cuisine on this popular tour from Guatemala City. Spend the day learning how to cook some of the nation's most iconic dishes, including beans, tortillas and more. Take home printed recipes to share with friends! You can even participate in a chocolate making workshop and learn how bitter beans are made into one of the world's sweetest treats!

Soak up the scenery of central Guatemala over three memorable days with this action-packed tour from Guatemala City. Enjoy two nights accommodation in the alpine town of Cobán, with ample opportunities to discover the surrounding countryside. Follow your guide on a 3-hour hike through the El Biotopto del Quetzal forest; cool off in the rock pools of Semuc Champey; and explore the Lanquin and Rey Marcos caves.

Get a glimpse of Guatemala’s colonial past with this walking tour of Antigua. This former capital is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, beloved for its cobblestone streets and majestic church ruins. Meet your guide in the Central Plaza and visit sites like a jade factory, City Hall Palace, and Santo Domingo, an elegant hotel and cultural center. As you walk, your guide will share information on Antigua’s history and architecture.

Step onto the cobblestone-clad streets of colonial Antigua for this flexible-length walking tour. Stroll the streets of this UNESCO World Heritage Site as you visit top landmarks like the ‘Ayuntamiento’ (City Hall Palace), Palace of the Captain’s General, the main cathedral, and Santo Domingo, a well-known hotel and cultural center. A final stop at a local jade factory provides additional insight into Guatemala’s Mayan culture.

Enjoy caffeine and adrenaline in one tour on this excursion from Antigua. The eclectic tour is sure to please a variety of travelers. Climb on board your personal ATV and head to a local plantation, where you discover the coffee making process from seed to mug. After a hot cup of the local beverage, ride up to Cerro de la Cruz, which offers a spectacular view of the city and surrounding mountains.

Explore Antigua on a half-day tour that combines sightseeing with tastings of local food specialties. Your guide starts with a walking tour of landmarks such as Central Park, City Hall, and important churches, then continues to the vibrant local market. Learn about native foods in Mesoamerica, watch women making fresh corn tortillas, and stop at a restaurant for samples of typical Guatemalan treats.

Food is the universal language and our food experience is curated to connect you to the greatest local food in the world. Our expert guide will share with you the many wonders of this city and the magic of the flavors and textures of the Guatemalan Gastronomy.

Explore Antigua then relax at a natural hot springs resort during a full-day tour from Guatemala City. Your guide takes you on a leisurely 3-hour walking tour of Antigua where you learn about its history and culture. Continue to Santa Teresita Hot Springs where you have lunch and free time to soak in the hot springs pools before returning to Guatemala City.

Get acquainted with the colonial treasures of Antigua, Guatemala, on a 3-hour afternoon walking tour. Replete with charming churches and brightly colored buildings, the UNESCO-listed city of Antigua is ideal to explore by foot. Alongside your guide, you’ll stroll past landmarks such as La Merced Cathedral and the Cathedral of San Francisco while listening to history-rich commentary. See, too, the recognizable yellow Santa Catalina Arch, backed by the mighty Agua volcano, and Palacio del Ayuntamiento. Receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to 15 people.

Immerse yourself in the colonial history of Antigua and the idyllic landscape of the small villages and farms just outside of town on this 10-hour excursion from Guatemala City. Explore the centuries-old traditions of tiny hamlets like San Antonio Aguas Calientes, Ciudad Vieja and San Juan del Obispo just outside of Antigua, where you’ll also stop to visit a macadamia nut plantation. Then tread the cobblestone streets of Antigua on foot, visiting city landmarks including the Arch of Santa Catalina, Cathedral of San Jose and much more. This Antigua small villages and walking tour also covers lunch (optional), a guide, and round-trip hotel transport.

Immerse yourself in the colonial history of Antigua, plus the idyllic landscape of small villages and farms just outside of town, on this 8-hour excursion. Explore the centuries-old traditions of the tiny hamlets like San Antonio Aguas Calientes, Ciudad Vieja and San Juan del Obispo just outside of Antigua, where you’ll also stop to visit a macadamia nut plantation. Then tread the cobblestone streets of Antigua on foot, visiting city landmarks including the Arch of Santa Catalina, Cathedral of San Jose and much more. This Antigua small villages and walking tour also covers a guide, and round-trip hotel transport.