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Copan Mayan Ruins Full Day Tour
- 13 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Cross the border into Honduras to discover Copán, one of the most important Maya archaeological sites in Mesoamerica. The famous Hieroglyphic Stairway with over 2,000 Maya glyphs, and beautifully carved stelae.
Inclusions
What's included
- Entrance fee
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Local Guide
What's not
- Meals
Itinerary
You will be pick up in your hotel and transfer to Copán, Honduras.
Copán is renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship and detail. Explore the site's impressive network of underground tunnels, walk beneath the famous Hieroglyphic Stairway, adorned with over 2,000 Maya glyphs and considered one of the longest known Maya texts, and admire the elaborately carved stelae and plazas that reflect the site's artistic sophistication. One of the most fascinating aspects of visiting Copán is learning about its royal lineage, including rulers with names like "18 Rabbit" (Waxaklajuun Ubʼaah Kʼawiil), one of the site's most notable kings. Your guide will share the stories and history behind these ancient rulers, bringing the site's carvings and monuments to life. To reach Copán, travelers cross the border from Guatemala into Honduras, so a valid passport is required. The archaeological site is located just 10 kilometers from the border, making it an accessible cross-border day trip.
Free time for lunch in the nearby town of Copán before beginning the return journey to Guatemala City.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 20 travellers
- Operated by
- JAGUAR TRAVELS
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Guatemala City
- Its from-price is 67% above the median of the 53 day trips we list in Guatemala City.
- It is longer than most of them.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Guatemala City
Guatemala City is the capital of Guatemala, a sprawling highland city of plazas, museums of Maya art and textiles, and a base for volcanoes and Antigua.
Guatemala City sits in a highland valley at about 1,500 metres, which keeps the climate mild. The city is divided into numbered zones, and Zona 1, the historic centre, has the Plaza de la Constitución, the National Palace and the Metropolitan Cathedral. Zona 10, the modern district, holds the newer hotels, restaurants and galleries.
Top-ranked sights in Guatemala City: Plaza de la Constitución (Parque Central), Iglesia Yurrita, Paseo de la Sexta.
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