Top Antigua Shore Excursions

Best Guatemala has designed a half-day (4hrs) tour through the most iconic facades and monuments of this city, Former General Captaincy of Guatemala, is named a world heritage by UNESCO and Guatemala´s pride. A perfect place to stay and use as a starting point to get to know the highlights of Guatemala, its atmosphere, its colonial architecture, cobbled stone streets, its small size, and various museums, monuments, and stores, makes La Antigua the ideal destination in Guatemala. A cup of Maya hot chocolate is included with the purchase of this tour.

Visit four traditional villages in one day with this day trip from Antigua to San Juan del Obispo, San Pedro las Huertas, Ciudad Vieja, and San Antonio Aguas Calientes. This tour packs in sightseeing at every stop: see churches, plazas, markets, and even a chocolate workshop, all while learning about the area’s Spanish and Mayan history from your guide as you go.

Maximize your limited time on dry land with a private sightseeing tour of Antigua.  Meet your guide at Port Quetzal and then hop on your private air-conditioned transportation to the city.  Along the way, take in the natural beauty of Guatemala. The day continues with a tour around the UNESCO listed city center of Antigua. Finally, unwind as your van returns you to your cruise ship

Experience the history and natural surroundings of Antigua on a private tour from Puerto Quetzal.  Upon arrival, your chauffeur is waiting to whisk you away in private transportation. The drive is part of the adventure, as you take in the mountainous landscapes. Explore the UNESCO listed city center independently or hire a private guide to dig deeper into the city’s history. Return to the cruise terminal with time to spare.

Start your travel experience to colorful San Juan Sacatepéquez and its open air flower market.  A Mayan village that retains its customs and life style of the prehispanic period.Only 60 km from Antigua Guatemala framed by an spectacular landscape, Mixco Viejo mayan ruins is so far one of the best restored arqueological sites of Guatemala, the ancient fortress offered heroic resistance to the Spanish invaders, walk through Royal Palaces, Temples, Ball Courts and More. A site that witness the end of Mayan period and beginning of colonization.

Keep an eye out for magnificent views of volcanoes, cattle and sugar cane plantation, At 5,000 feet above sea level you will discover Antigua, the colonial jewel of the Americas. Get great picture opportunity and learn about Guatemala coffee and pre-hispanic culture.

This drive-through safari tour from Puerto Quetzal is a kid-friendly way to discover Guatemala’s wildlife without leaving the comfort of a private vehicle. Skip the hassle of renting a car and enjoy door-to-door transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle that takes you straight from your cruise port to the drive-through safari. Then, ride through it to see wild animals in a natural habitat—not cages.

Don’t let limited mobility hold you back from exploring the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city of Antigua when in Guatemala. This Puerto Quetzal shore excursion is specially designed for those who are only able to walk short distances and want to see top Antigua sights without the difficulty of walking down too many cobbled, narrow roads. Visit the popular Jade Factory and Museum, Plaza Mayor, Central Park, and more with the ease of included transportation and the benefit of a guide.