Mayan Adventure: Tikal in a Day
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- 8 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
A Mayan adventure between history, jungle and legendary monuments Visiting Tikal with this tour is an unforgettable experience that immerses you in Mayan history and nature. Accompanied by an expert guide, you will walk jungle trails among monkeys, toucans and coati, discovering ancient temples, squares and acropolises. Tikal, a World Heritage Site, covers 16 km2 and more than 5,000 pre-Hispanic structures. It was a powerful city of the Classic period, political, economic and ceremonial center. The tour includes iconic monuments such as the Great Jaguar Temple, Plaza Mayor, the Lost World and Temple IV, with epic views over the jungle. The tour combines archaeology, adventure and contact with local flora and fauna. In addition, you will enjoy views of Lake Petén Itzá during the journey and, if your flight is overnight, you can explore the charming Isla de Flores before the final transfer to the airport. A complete and exciting experience that invites you to experience the splendor of Tikal.
Inclusions
What's included
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Admissions
What's not
- Soda/Pop
- Gratuities
Itinerary
Start your day with the comfort of picking you up directly at the door of your hotel in Flores or, if you arrive by air, at Mundo Maya International Airport. From there, start a scenic journey to one of the most impressive archaeological treasures in the world: Tikal. Along the way, you will enjoy views of Lake Petén Itzá and the jungle landscapes that surround the region. At the end of the tour, passengers with evening flights are transferred directly to their airline counter, while those staying return comfortably to their hotel. For those flying at night, we offer a complimentary transfer to the charming Isle of Flowers, where you will have free time to explore its cobbled streets, craft shops, lakefront cafes and viewpoints with spectacular views. The final transfer to the airport takes place at 6:00 p.m. This tour does not include a guide.
During the 63 km (approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes) tour, we cross vibrant jungle landscapes, where the intense green of the vegetation and the song of tropical birds anticipate the magic to come. Along the way, travelers will appreciate the majestic Lake Petén Itzá from different angles, with its calm waters reflecting the sky and the jungle. We pass through one side of the lake and several of the picturesque villages that surround it, allowing an authentic look at the local life and natural environment that frames this unique region of Guatemala.
Guided tour of Tikal. Prepare for a full immersion in Mayan history, architecture and nature. Accompanied by an expert guide, you will walk trails surrounded by living forest, where howler monkeys, toucans and coati accompany your step. During the tour you will visit: Central Acropolis: a set of palaces and temples that housed the rulers of Tikal. Temple of the Great Jaguar: Solemn icon that dominates the Plaza Mayor Temple of Masks (II): in front of the Jaguar, it offers a panoramic view ideal for photos. Plaza Mayor : ceremonial center where rituals, markets and political meetings were held. Acropolis of the North: ancient area with royal tombs and Preclassic structures. Temple of the Priest Jaguar (III): engulfed by the jungle, evokes priestly mysticism. Lost World Square : an astronomical complex with pyramids connecting heaven and earth. Temple IV (Ticephalous Snake) – the highest in Tikal, with epic views over the oil forest.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 23 travellers
- Operated by
- Soler Tours.
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Flores
- Its from-price is close to the median of the 132 experiences we list in Flores.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 55 of 132.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Flores
Flores is a small island town in Lake Petén Itzá in northern Guatemala, the main base for the Maya ruins of Tikal and the Petén rainforest.
Flores sits on a small island in Lake Petén Itzá, joined to the shore by a short causeway, with cobbled lanes circling a hilltop plaza and a cathedral. It stands on the site of Nojpetén, the last capital of the Itza Maya, which held out against the Spanish until 1697. The island is ringed with small hotels and lakeside restaurants, and boats cross to lakeshore villages.
Top-ranked sights in Flores: Yaxhá, Lake Peten Itza (Lago Petén Itzá), Bena Traditional Village.
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