The Tikal Explorer is a comprehensive visit to the most impressive and important Maya site and its natural surroundings. The ancient Maya began building Tikal around 600 B.C., and for the next 1500 years the area was an important religious, scientific, and political center.

The ruins of Tikal include more than 3,000 structures extending over six square miles and including palaces, temples, ceremonial platforms, ball courts, terraces, plazas, avenues and steam baths.

Because of its importance and magnificent combination of nature and archaeological remains, Tikal has been declared a Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.

The Atitlan Explorer takes tourists to one of three of the indigenous towns surrounding Lake Atitlan. Each of these towns has a unique textile pattern, language and traditions. You will visit either San Pablo, Santiago or Santa Catarina Palopo, but these may vary due to season or other conditions.

Commonly referred to as 'the most beautiful lake in the world', Lake Atitlan was formed in an immense volcanic explosion 85,000 years ago. An immense hole was left in the earth's crust, leading to Atitlan being one of the world's deepest lakes. Large fissures were formed during the explosion, out of which the water flows, making Atitlan unique in that it is a fresh water lake with no river outlet.

The Antigua Explorer is the best way to visit this colonial jewel and learn about its past. Antigua was the capital city of the Spanish Kingdom in the region until 1776. Tourists visit the city every year from around the world to enjoy its natural beauty and historic monuments.

The Spanish Colonial style permeates every part of the town: from its houses and churches, to its parks and ruins, and also to its traditions and folklore as well. Set amid three magnificent volcanoes - Agua, Fuego and Acatenango - its sturdy buildings have weathered 16 earthquakes and numerous floods and fires. Antigua is a Cultural Heritage to Humanity as declared by UNESCO.

On this tour you will visit the Central Plaza with the Cathedral and the Palace of the Captains, the ruins of the Convent Capuchinas, La Merced Church, the arch of Santa Catalina and many other historical monuments.

This Explorer picks up tourists in the docks of hotels in the Rio Dulce and takes them for a visit of the most interesting nearby attractions, one of which is the San Felipe Castle. The castle was built in 1652, in honor of King Philip II of Spain. This old fort was strategically designed on Rio Dulce banks to protect the Spanish Conquistadores from the pirates of the Caribbean that were pillaging the area.

The tall canyon walls on each side of the river are home to several species of flora and fauna; and the indigenous cooperative of Ak-Tenamit has unique handicrafts.

The Atitlan Explorer takes tourists to one of three of the indigenous towns surrounding Lake Atitlan. Each of these towns has a unique textile pattern, language and traditions. You will visit either San Pablo, Santiago or Santa Catarina Palopo, but these may vary due to season or other conditions.

Commonly referred to as 'the most beautiful lake in the world', Lake Atitlan was formed in an immense volcanic explosion 85,000 years ago. An immense hole was left in the earth's crust, leading to Atitlan being one of the world's deepest lakes. Large fissures were formed during the explosion, out of which the water flows, making Atitlan unique in that it is a fresh water lake with no river outlet.

This tour is specifically designed for those passengers wishing to have a more profound experience in the beautiful city of Antigua!

The Deluxe Walking Tour visits a number of Antigua's points of interest and popular monuments.

On this tour, you will visit the following places:

• Plaza Central: center of Antigua, where the Town Hall is located.
• Cathedral: the original Cathedral, which was noted as the largest and most luxurious in Central America, was partly destroyed and the remaining ruins were used as a foundation for the new Cathedral which stands in its place today.
• La Merced: continually rebuilt due to earthquakes between 1500 - 1700, the original beautiful altars and organ are still found here today.
• Capuchinas: a magnificent example of an eighteenth century convent, surviving the earthquakes of 1751 - 1773, much of the original building is what you see today.
• San Francisco: the ruins of the 15 - 16th Century monastry, most of which still remain untouched, the church of San Fransisco was reconstructed in the early 1800's.
• Jade Museum: housing a collection of jade pieces from the ancient Maya ruins from around the country.

The Antigua Hop-on Hop-off Trolley tour is the perfect way to explore the ins and outs of this enchanting city!

Not only do you see all the major attractions have to offer, this tour will also take you to places few tourists are lucky enough to have the opportunity to see, such as the Candelaria ruins, La Recoleccion Ruins, San Jeronimo, San Lazaro Cemetery, Tanque La Union and San Francisco.

This tour will also take you to the townships of San Pedro las Huertas and San Juan el Obispo.

Some of the highlights in Antigua include:

• Santa Rosa Park
• Candelaria Ruins
• Isabel la Catolica Park
• San Sebastian Church
• La Recoleccion Ruins
• San Jeronimo Church
• Mercado de Artesanias
• Landivar Monument
• Cementery San Lazaro
• Santa Lucia Church
• San Jose El Viejo Church
• San Pedro Church
• Tanque La Union
• Santa Clara Ruins
• San Francisco Church
• Church of the Christ
• Los Remedios Ruins
• El Calvario Church
• The Gardens of San Pedro
• Monastery de Belen

On top of all of these wonderful sights and attractions, you will also get the priveledge of hopping on and off the trolley at a number of key spots, enabling you to truly discover the wonders of such an interesting and ancient city!

Visit the site where the famous U.S. TV show Survivorwas recently filmed in Yaxha, Guatemala. There are many Mayan ruins, stele and other archeological structures to be explored here on the shores of the Yaxha Lagoon.

You will have free time to explore the ruins on your own. It is recommended that guests do a tour of Tikal first to get the general information on the Maya culture, so that you can then explore Yaxha on your own as their will be no commentary at the site on this tour.

The Tikal Explorer is a comprehensive visit to the most impressive and important Maya site and its natural surroundings. The ancient Maya began building Tikal around 600 B.C., and for the next 1500 years the area was an important religious, scientific, and political center.

The ruins of Tikal include more than 3,000 structures extending over six square miles and including palaces, temples, ceremonial platforms, ball courts, terraces, plazas, avenues and steam baths.

Because of its importance and magnificent combination of nature and archaeological remains, Tikal has been declared a Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.

This Explorer takes tourists to the colorful and happy Guatemalan fishing town of Livingston where the Garifuna inhabit. The Garifuna are originally from Africa and came to the Caribbean islands as slaves to work in the sugar cane and coffee plantations. Complete with their own language and culture, these descendants of escaped slaves are quite friendly and laid-back.

During the boat ride to Livingston, you will enjoy the marvelous flora and fauna of the Rio Dulce, a large river that is 500 to 1500 meters (1/3 to 1 mile) wide over much of its length.

The Chichicastenango Market tour includes a visit to the famous Maya market. This service will drive you from your hotel to Chichicastenango where you will enjoy free time to enjoy the market.

The small Mayan town of Chichicastenango lies on the crest of mountain tops two thousand meters high and is home to one of the most colorful native markets in all of the Americas where you can make some great bargain buys including textiles, ceramics, wood items, flowers, and more.