Sightseeing Tour of Panajachel, San Juan La Laguna & Antigua Guatemala – 3 Days of Culture, Nature, and Tradition
Discover Guatemala's rich culture and landscapes on a tour carefully designed for travellers seeking authentic experiences. This 3-day sightseeing tour will take you from the tranquil shores of Lake Atitlán to the colonial streets of Antigua Guatemala, passing through indigenous communities, natural vantage points, and craft markets.
Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 – Evening departure from San Salvador

• Meeting point: San Salvador
• Departure time: 11:00 p.m.
• Overnight journey in comfortable air-conditioned transport to Panajachel, Guatemala

Day 2 – San Juan la Laguna & Panajachel

• Arrival at Panajachel pier: 6:00 a.m.

• Speedboat transport to San Juan la Laguna

• Typical breakfast at a local restaurant

• Guided tour of the painted and decorated streets of San Juan

• Visit to community workshops with live demonstrations:

• Traditional textiles: made with natural dyes and a backstrap loom

• Artisan chocolate: process from bean to bar

• Honey production: local techniques and food tasting

• Hike to the Kaqasiiwaan Vantage Point, with panoramic views of Lake Atitlán and the volcanoes

• Return to Panajachel in the late afternoon

• Accommodation in selected hotel

• Free afternoon to explore the village, relax, or enjoy the nightlife

Day 3 – Antigua Guatemala

• Departure from Panajachel: 6:00 AM

• Visit to Finca Zuisa (subject to availability), a natural area surrounded by vegetation

• Transfer to Antigua Guatemala, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

• Guided tour of:

• ️ Artisan markets

• Jade Museum

• ⛪ Colonial churches and historic vantage points

• Free time for lunch and exploring

• Departure to San Salvador: 3:00 p.m.

• Estimated arrival: 9:00 PM