Private Day Tour from Antigua to Lake Atitlan

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Private Day Tour from Antigua to Lake Atitlan

By Juímonos

Free cancellation available

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Features

Free cancellation available
10h
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup
Multiple languages

Overview

This is the exclusive, private day tour of Lake Atitlan, ideal for travellers who want to experience the best of the lake without haste. Enjoy private transport from your hotel in Antigua.
Explore three unforgettable Mayan villages—San Juan, San Pedro and Santiago—with personalised attention, artisan workshops, lake views, spectacular photographs and authentic cultural immersion. Designed to offer comfort, real experiences, this tour allows you to discover the magic of Lake Atitlan and return to Antigua the same day, being the perfect choice for travellers seeking a higher quality experience.

✅ Reasons to book this tour:

Greater comfort and privacy: no strangers, no waiting times.

Make the most of your time: get to know three villages and return to Antigua the same day.

Ideal for spectacular photos: volcanoes, murals, viewpoints

Personalised attention : a guide that adapts the experience to the rhythm and interests of the group

Activity location

Antigua
- Antigua, Guatemala

Meeting/Redemption Point

Antigua
- Antigua, Guatemala

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Private Day Tour from Antigua to Lake Atitlan

10h
English

Pickup included

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time: 6:30 am

Price details

NZ$180.26 x 2 AdultsNZ$360.52

Total

20% off

Until Sat, 20 Dec

What's included, what's not

Transport by private boat
Private transport
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tips
Alcoholic Drinks
Lunch
Breakfast

Know before you book

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transport options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travellers
Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Antigua

Hotel pickup – Antigua Guatemala Duration: 10 minutes Your private driver will arrive directly at your hotel in Antigua to start the journey to Lake Atitlan. From the first moment you will enjoy a comfortable, safe and personalised experience, travelling through the mountains of the Guatemalan highlands until you reach one of the most beautiful lakes in the world.

Panajachel

Panajachel – Free time in Calle Santander Duration: 30 minutes When you arrive in Panajachel, you can walk along the vibrant Santander Street, famous for its colourful atmosphere, craft shops, cafes and spectacular views of the lake and volcanoes. It is the perfect place to take panoramic photos, meet local artisans and feel the authentic atmosphere of the main gate of Lake Atitlan.

Lake Atitlan

Lake Atitlan – Private boat ride Duration: 20 minutes You will board a private boat exclusively for your group and start sailing on Lake Atitlan. During the tour you will enjoy breathtaking views of the volcanoes Atitlan, Tolimán and San Pedro, as well as the villages surrounding the banks. It is a perfect time to relax, enjoy the lake breeze and capture spectacular photos.

San Juan la Laguna

San Juan La Laguna Duration: 45 minutes San Juan is one of the most authentic and artistic villages on the lake. Here you will meet cooperatives of women weavers who keep alive ancestral techniques, such as natural dyes extracted from local plants. You’ll also walk through streets full of colourful murals, visit artisan cocoa workshops and discover a community proud of its Tz’utujil Mayan heritage. It is a deeply cultural stop, quiet and perfect for photography.

San Pedro La Laguna

San Pedro La Laguna Duration: 35 minutes San Pedro combines tradition and a modern lakeside atmosphere. You can walk along its seawall, enjoy breathtaking views of the San Pedro volcano and explore small cafés with waterfront terraces. It is an ideal place to relax for a few minutes, take amazing photos and experience the most vibrant and contemporary side of Lake Atitlan.

Santiago Atitlan

Santiago Atitlan Duration: 50 minutes Santiago is the cultural heart of the Tz’utujil people and one of the most traditional communities on the lake. Here you will visit its historic church, tour the local market full of colours and aromas, and observe daily life in the central square. You will also have the option of meeting Maximón, a unique spiritual figure in Guatemala. This stop allows you to understand the spirituality, history and strong cultural identity of the region.

Panajachel

Return to Panajachel – Optional lunch Duration: 1 hour Back to Panajachel you can enjoy lunch with spectacular views of the lake and volcanoes in a local restaurant. It is a perfect time to rest after the cultural experience and enjoy Guatemalan cuisine.

Antigua

Return to Antigua – Arrival at the hotel Duration: 2.5 hours Direct and comfortable return to your hotel in Antigua. Your driver will drop you off at the door, concluding a private one-day experience that combines breathtaking scenery, vivid Mayan culture and comfort at every stage of the tour.

Location

Activity location

Antigua
- Antigua, Guatemala

Meeting/Redemption Point

Antigua
- Antigua, Guatemala

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