Guatemala Photo Tour : Heart of Mayan Culture

Transfer Guatemala Ciudad Airport --> Antigua

Hotel Check-In

Tour Orientation

Dinner in a tipical Restaurant

Sunrise Photo Activity Cerro de la Cruz

A sunrise photography session at Cerro de la Cruz to capture the early morning light illuminating the city of Antigua and the surrounding volcanoes.

Photo activity at Santa Catalina Arch

A guided photography session at the iconic Santa Catalina Arch to capture the historic yellow landmark against a dramatic volcanic backdrop.

Photo Activity with Maya Models in the center of Antigua

A cultural photography session with Maya models in traditional dress to capture the vibrant heritage and colonial beauty of central Antigua Guatemala.

Relax photo walk in Antigua Guatemala

Explore the divine Catedral San Jose, the intriguing Santa Clara, and the captivating Doors & Streets, Jade Museums, all before indulging in a typical local lunch at the bustling Market.

Lunch

Transfer Antigua --> Santiago Sacatepéquez

Documentary photography at Bariletes Gigantes Giant Kite event

A documentary photography session capturing the vibrant artistry and cultural heritage of the giant kites during the traditional Bariletes Gigantes festival.

Transfer Santiago Sacatepéquez --> Antigua

Dinner

Breakfast

Transfer Antigua --> San Antonio de Aguas Calientes

Photo Activity in San Antonio de Aguas Calientes (Visit of a local artisan workshop)

A dedicated photography activity visiting a local artisan workshop to capture the authentic craftsmanship and vibrant textiles of San Antonio de Aguas Calientes.

Transfer San Antonio de Aguas Calientes --> Antigua

enlightening trip to San Antonio de Aguas Calientes, delving into the intricate art of weaving that’s an essential part of Guatemala’s rich heritage

Lunch

Transfer Antigua --> Acatenango Volcano

Buckle up for a thrilling 4×4 transfer to the awe-inspiring Acatenango Volcano.

Hike to Acatenango Base camp

Comfortable one-hour hike to the campsite (walking grade suitable for all levels)

Photography Activity of Volcan Del Fuego from Acatenango base camp

Experience the raw, primordial power of the earth during an immersive photography session at the Acatenango base camp. From this unparalleled vantage point, you will capture the incandescent eruptions and thunderous displays of Volcan Del Fuego as they illuminate the night sky in a brilliant dance of fire.

Dinner at the campsite

Sunrise photo activity at Acatanango Base camp

Ignite your morning with a spectacular sunrise at the volcano, where two distinct paths await to suit your energy and ambition. Scale the final ridge to the summit for a legendary panoramic vista, or explore the rugged beauty surrounding the base camp to capture the golden hour through your lens.

Transfer Acatenango Volcano --> Antigua

Lunch

Visit of a Coffee Farm (Finca Filadelfia) (Photography activity)

A guided photography visit to Finca Filadelfia coffee farm to capture the scenic landscapes and traditional production processes of Guatemalan coffee.

Blue hour photography activity at Antigua's central park

A blue hour photography session at Antigua's central park to capture the colonial architecture and vibrant evening atmosphere under the soft twilight sky.

Dinner

Transfer Antigua --> Chichicastenango

Visit of Chichicastenango Market

Explore the bustling local market, where sights, sounds, and scents come alive, offering an extraordinary opportunity for vivid photography. Wander to the Santo Tomas Church, capturing its historic grandeur, and then onto the Museum of Masks, where you’ll uncover the unique and mystical tradition of mask-making.

Lunch in a local market

Transfer Chichicastenango --> Santa Catarina

Hotel Check-In

Optionnal Shooting at Sunset with a Mayan Model in Panajachel Keys

A sunset photography session in the Panajachel Keys featuring a Mayan model to capture authentic cultural portraits during the golden hour.

Dinner

Visit of the Altar Maximon

A cultural visit to the Altar of Maximón to witness traditional Mayan rituals and offerings dedicated to this unique folk saint.

Activity with a Mayan Model at Santiago Atitlan

A cultural photography session with a Mayan model to capture authentic portraits and traditional textiles in the scenic village of Santiago Atitlán.

Lunch

Boat transfer: Santiago Atitlán --> San Antonio Palopó

Photo activity with local Artisans in San Antonio Palopo

A creative photography session with local artisans in San Antonio Palopo to document traditional textile weaving and unique ceramic craftsmanship.

Sunset Photo Activity from San Antonio Palopo

A sunset photography session from San Antonio Palopó to capture the dramatic evening light over Lake Atitlán and its surrounding volcanoes.

Dinner

Flight Guatemala Ciudad Airport --> Flores International Airport – Mundo Maya

Transfer Santa Catarina –> Rostro Maya (Nariz del Indio)

Sunrise Photo activity from Rostro Maya

A sunrise photography session at Rostro Maya to capture the first light over Lake Atitlán and the surrounding volcanic peaks.

Transfer Rostro Maya (Nariz del Indio) --> Guatemala Ciudad Airport

Lunch on the road

Hotel Check Out

Transfer Flores International Airport – Mundo Maya --> El Remate

Dinner

Transfer El Remate --> Yaxha

Transfer Yaxha --> El Remate

Lunch

Transfer El Remate --> Tikal National Park

Free Time

Dinner

Morning Visit of Tikal Archeological Site

An immersive visit to the Tikal Archeological Site to explore ancient Mayan ruins and towering pyramids hidden within the dense jungle.

Lunch

Transfer Tikal National Park --> Flores

Dinner

Hotel Check Out

Transfer Flores --> Flores International Airport – Mundo Maya

Flight Flores International Airport – Mundo Maya --> Guatemala Ciudad Airport

End of the Adventure