Things to Do in Puerto Quetzal

Antigua Guatemala is located just 1:15 hours from Puerto Quetzal in Guatemala. Founded in 1543, Antigua remains very similar to its original layout. Once, the capital for the Spanish kingdom established in Central America now is considered a heritage´s world site according to Unesco since 1979 and also one of the most charming and safest cities in Central America. During this quick visit, you will enjoy the interesting talk of our experienced guide about the city´s traditions and history. Our highlight, it´s the visit to Santo Domingo Monastery and Resort. This XVI century, "half-restored" property has opened to its visitors the old facilities. In this magnificent location, you will experience a high-end atmosphere at any moment but also you will be capable to witness history in every detail. The complex offers amongst its main attractions museums for glass, art and silver, crypts, murals, catacombs and more. This is definitely the kind of tour you can´t miss.

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Welcome to Guatemala! In the south of Guatemala there is a good hotspot to bird watching this is known like El paredon. You can have a good experience on the mangrove through our expert guide and a local guide will paddle you through the mangroves helping you spot resident, regional endemic and migratory birds and local wildlife.

Discover Antigua’s vibrant history, iconic landmarks like Santa Catalina Arch, panoramic views from Cerro de la Cruz, a beautiful museum at Casa Santo Domingo and enjoy a delicious lunch at Saul.

Is the only shore excursion where you can taste our wine production and Rum. we are a great sugar producer is our number one industry and produce great rums, one of the best in the world. About our vineyards and wine production is not so big but we have wines with special reserve, exclusive and edition limited. Visit a great mayan Town Santa María de Jesus and a little walking in the colonial city of Antigua. You will have the best experience in your visit to Guatemala.

The attraction is to be in one of the most beautiful lakes around the world, having the experience to interact with the Mayan people, to be in the middle of coffee fields to admire 7 volcanoes on the road. Look how to change vegetation depending on altitude, sugar fields, the awesome lookout points, makes the best experience to be in Guatemala recommended for everyone that likes countryside, nature, culture and outdoor activities.

Explore Guatemala’s active volcano from Puerto Quetzal be part of a hike of about three hours to be part of an experienceconsidered one of the ten most adventurous in the world by National Geographic, walk over soidified lava, connect with the energy, understand its relation with the landscape and economy of the región. Delight yourself with the best sceneries of the pacific coast, Guatemala City Valley and surrounding volcanoes.

This is the only place in the world where you can ride a horse on an active volcano and the lava beds. Also, sip wine as your chef cooks you Mayan cuisine on the lava itself. View of Active Pacaya Volcano above you. This experience is truly private and a luxury tour. The surreal backdrop as you traverse them on horseback, creating a once in a lifetime adventure. We are also the Horse Rescue of Guatemala and manage 125 working tour horses for medical, food and shelter. One working Tour horse supports a family of 7-10 people. All the profits of this experience benefit the 125 horses and the 250 families of Pacaya Volcano.

Nice visit in Antigua Walking or by car. Interiors and exteriors. Great for pictures and garden lovers. You will have the oportunities to visit the interior or Casa Santa Domingo, Cathedral ruins, The Jesuit center and the beautiful interior that used to be a school. And Finally the beauty of court yard where is the biggest fountain in latinamerica. Our offer is complitly different from the others competitors. We are guides and tour operators same time we now how to make an experience and not just a trip.

Is one of the shore excursions where you can have the best experience to be in active volcano without to much phisical effort. Our expert staff will lead you to lava river and you drive your own ATV. Enjoyable view to active crater and another three volcanos. Agua, Fuego and Acatenango. "Is a Volcano day". We required only adults. since 18 years old for driving the ATV.

Upon arrival you will meet with your guide who will be waiting for you inmediately when you come off the ship. He will make himself visible with a printed sign with your name. As you ride to Antigua enjoy a narrated presentation of Guatemalas country side. Once in Antigua start your walking tour from the main plaza and get to know the most important palaces of the colonial times. This excursion presents two very different sides of Guatemala. Discover the immensely influential role of religion, past and present, in San Jan Del Obispo Palace. Tour the Bishop's Palace, once a colonial residence now home to a community of Bethlemian Nuns. Sip a cup of chocolate, a favorite sweet treat in this small town, Walk its cobblestone streets.

This tour is tailormade for cruise ship passengers. We will pick you up at Puerto Quetzal Pacific Ocean Cruise Port or at Marina Pez Vela as soon as the ship embarks. Iximche is a fascinating place. This was one of the main Mayan cities visited by the Spaniards in 1524, declared the first capital of the Kingdom of Guatemala. You will be able to see the old pyramids built by the Maya, and some of the most active Ceremonial Altars where contemporary Maya use to perform ancient rituals and burn offerings to their ancestors.We will get you back on time before the cruise sets sail.

See the sights of Antigua City, shopping, volcanoes, and colonial architecture during this 6-hour tour. Get you onboard your air-conditioned transportation at the port and your exploration of Guatemala begins. As you head towards Antigua City, your guide will give you interesting information about the city and its native Guatemala, its culture, and history. You will pass the beautiful countryside with views of the famous volcanoes. During this excursion, you will have a lot of photo opportunities

Shore excursion from cruise terminal Quetzal Port. Driving to Antigua Guatemala through the wonderful countryside, amazing views to the volcanos fire. water and Acatenango, arriving to Antigua the first point is the lookout point Cerro de la Cruz breathtaking view to the city with the water volcano behind. After you will have a walking with local guide discovering, facts, legends and visiting old buildings very well preserve like the Old University, The Cathedral ruins or the wonderful Hotel museum "Casa Santo Domingo". This is a Private tour exclusive for people that doesn't like to travel in large groups. Even in some cases could be share with another couples. Maximum group 8 persons.

This volcano is the most easy to hike and the beautiful view, of course we invite you to visit and enjoy a new adventure in one of the most active volcanoes in Guatemala

Hot Springs, are a world of relaxation where the most important elements of nature are present in this unique place of hot springs, In the environment are mixed fire and heat from Pacaya Volcano who gives us the thermal waters and steams.

Graet experience to climb an active Volcano, walking with private tour guide under the endemic forest, until you reach the active crater. Our guide will take care of you if you are not an experience hikker. The climbing just take 1 hour in a half and the walk on the cold lava is really amazing, discovering the ovens (Lava underneat that still hot) and roast marshmellows and to be in a different eviroments makes something special, great views. Also you have the option to climb by horse. Could be share with same people from ship and Viator.

Just one hour from Cruise terminal, we have the amazing San Cayetano Farm. Very popular for the landscape and sourranded with volcanoes. Fire, Acatenango and Water volcano will be the hallmark for this amazing day. The place is for relax, drink something and be involved in a natural landscape. Ideal for families with kids or people with moving limitations. Flat areas, ramps, prepared bathrooms, not steps. Wheelchair and stroller accesible. If you need special vehicule with ramp please required in advance.

On this tour enjoy, enjoy the natural wetlands and mangroves of the Pacific Ocean, Guatemala. The water channels of this area are full of birds, exotic plants and green vegetation. Your guide, an expert in bird watching, will indicate the variety that you will be spotting during the tour. Since these are lazy water channels; your kayaking adventure will be effortless! At the end of the tour, back to the restaurant for a delicious snack with the taste of Guatemala.

Comfortable day without large groups, small vans, A/C, collective tour in Antigua, with not many walking with two stops, la merced and the cathedral. And the rest is belong the vehicule. You will have excelent experience trhough the countryside, sugar cane plantations, valleys, volcanoes, spanish colonial city and World Heritage Patrimony in only 6 hours. NOTE: This tour is not private is collective and the price is low, operated by Guate Tours. That means could be shared but not with large groups. If you really need a private tour "just you" we have other options.

On this trip, we want to take you to know the Guatemalan culture differently. You will get to know this ancient culture closely through the Mayan natives who live in the region. Their cosmovision and way of seeing life are unique. In addition, they embody that worldview and their thoughts in their traditional outfits. We want to show you the meaning of each color, each figure, and that you marvel at these works of art, which often take up to 6 months working full time to finish a single piece. You will discover an entire world of colors and designs. Mayan textiles have been woven for Centuries the traditional way. And at present time is impressive to admire how they have evolved in colors and designs becoming real Masterpieces.

Great experience to do something different from normal tours offer. "the city of Antigua by ATV". Not long walkings, not hikking and enjoyable day. Our staff will be in the meeting point in the cruise terminal waiting for you and take you to Antigua. Nice places for watching the city and the volcanoes that sourround the Antigua Valley. Cerro de la Cruz is the starting point with driving ATV with all safety equipment and all insurances. After you will drive to San Juan del Obispo and participate in the process of artisanal chocolate, how they makes fruit wines. Next take the ATV and drive to Antigua sightseeing the most important monuments San Francisco, Main Square, The Santa Catalina Arch and Finishing in La Merced. Having a great lunch. Also we will talk about, history, culture, gastronomy. Great Natural enviroment three volcanoes sourranding the city Agua, Fuego and Acatenango and beitiful spanish colonial architecture. Excelent excursion for a gruop of friends or families.

Book your Private Transfer from Puerto Quetzal Cruise Port to Guatemala city hotels or any addres. Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door to door port/city transfer. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. • Meeting with a Nameplate • Door-to-door Service • No Hidden Charges • Clean cars & Professional drivers

We invite you to come at FINCA LA GRACIA nature reserve for a birding day and observe large list of birds among endemic, resident and migratory birds. We pick you up at the Puerto Quetzal, Antigua or Lake Atitlan area, if you arrive by Puerto Quetzal, we pick you up one hour after your cruise arrive. If you are thinking about an activity to do near of the port, this is the oportunity to have a good birding day in Guatemala. The place is called FINCA LA GRACIAS and is located near, just one hour to drive from the port quetzal. The guide will pick you up at the port and then to take a car for your transfer to the nature reserve and then get there to start a birdwatching activity on one of the trails through our expert guide in bird watching. Departure Point: Antigua, Lake Atitlan or Puerto Quetzal (1 hour after your cruise ship arrive or disembark) Departure: Puerto Quetzal, Antigua or Lake Atitlan

A Very interactive experience you will make your own truffa and chocolate, learn how the mayan civilization discover the chocolate and process the cacao beans to create a hot chocolate. Is a nice opportunity to do something original in yor time in Guatemala. Also after the workshop will have the indution to a process the coffee since the plant, Wet mil, dry mill, roasting and degustation of a cup of real and 100% pure coffee. Before to come back to cruise terminal we will pass for a sightseeing in the colonial city Antigua Guatemala.

This is a unique visit when arriving to Guatemala, through the cruises, because no one else has this visit, plus you will get to know the living Mayan culture, which still maintains its roots and traditions. Undoubtedly, we could say that after knowing this place, you will want to return to Guatemala.

This option is carefull selected for people that want to travel alone with the partner or family. Strictly private. You will be provided with a confortable car or special car for people with limitations to walk or wheelchairs, kids with strollers or infants that requires child seats. Our company is certified in inclusive Tourism and we are very well trained in doing this specific shore excursions.

From the port Quetzal to Los Tarrales Nature Reserve are two hours to drive. Experience one of most recommended hotspots for bird watching in Guatemala. A birdwatchers haven, where you will increase your bird checklist. Come and join us to explore the diverse tropical wildlife in forests and plantations in the large reserve.

Antigua Guatemala is complete different and more appreciate from the interiors and we include the most amazing places in town. !Imagine are the two favorites places for weedings¡ Capuchins convent, Santa Clara and Santo Domingo the best destinations in Antigua Guatemala. If you arrive to Guatemala in a cruise and don´t know what to choose this is the best option. Convents, monasteries and some city streets. All guided with official tours guides from Unesco world heritage. The shore excursión is shared with small groups.

Our service is very professional, drivers are bilingual and they are well certified. They are certified with tour guide license also. Our service is recommendable for given the best attention and advice about local traditions, gastronomy and services to all visitors. With our service and Wifi in board is going to be the best option for going to Lake Atitlan or another destinations. Comfortable, reliable and professional.

Comfort Transfer from Puerto Quetzal Cruise Port to Guatemala City La Aurora International Airport (GUA) up to 15 passengers (For party over 7 passengers can be provided one big minibus or two minivans). All Vehicles fully licensed and insured. Our cars are equipped with all necessary facilities for a trip to any part of the world under any weather conditions, including additional fastenings for sports and other equipment. On request for your tourists, we have child seats for all ages. Vehicles are clean inside and outside; our drivers’ always are well dressed and always pay attention to our guests. They speak English. They will meet you with a name sign; help with luggage and on arrival to the airport.

We will depart to the Heritage City of Antigua Guatemala as soon as you leave the cruise ship. Get amazed by its warm and lovely people, their traditions, the combination of indigenous people from around the country, and visitors from around the world. This city of almost 500 years will impress you with its colonial architecture, nice gardens, attractive shops, and all the history behind the beautiful landscapes and monuments. The tour will be interactive. We´ll share important information and give you enough time to take pictures and shop around.

Explore the renowned leather craftsmanship of Pastores on this full-day excursion from Puerto Quetzal! Departing from the cruise port, immerse yourself in the artisanal charm of Pastores, where skilled craftsmen create high-quality leather boots and goods. Delight in a shopping spree at various leather shops, offering a wide array of products from classic boots to exotic leather items like snake or alligator skin. Afterward, journey to Antigua to discover its iconic landmarks such as Central Park, the Santa Catalina Arch, and the Merced Church. It's a day filled with culture, history, and the finest leather goods, ensuring an unforgettable experience for cruise passengers!

Spend the day learning about the ancient Maya people, their history and culture at the mystical Iximche ruins, the last capital city of the Mayas. Enjoy views of the indigenous western highlands of Guatemala. Once you arrive you'll be amazed at this tranquil site. Iximche, which means "place of the sacred trees of corn," is lush and vibrant. During your tour your expert guide will walk you through the site and explain the many myths, legends and facts surrounding the Maya. Feel free to ask your guide any questions. Your tour should permit you to see a number of pyramid temples, palaces, a small altar, and two ball courts.Founded by the Kaqchikel Maya in 1470, the city served as the region's capital and welcomed the Spanish who arrived in 1542. .After your tour, you'll return to your transportation and head to a restaurant where you can indulge in a delicious lunch . At the end of the day, you'll head back to port.

This tour is a great option for people that wants to know sourrandings without go to far, only one hour drive from port, we have our Hawaii natural park birdwatching, nature, mangroves. Plus a great relax in black sand beaches and our resort Johnny's place. Pools, ATV, Hammacks and great Lunch.

Just 2 hours from "Puerto Quetzal" Cruise Terminal, Pacaya Volcano is one of the easiest available active volcano hikes in Guatemala. Its smooth activity allows visitors to approach the Lava coals, the smoking cone, and enjoy the great views of other Volcanoes, Lake Amatitlán, and the City. It gives you the perfect time to enjoy an extreme activity, tailor-made for cruise ship travelers. Do not miss the chance to do a different but great activity on your visit to this beautiful country.

Immerse yourself in the remarkable biodiversity of this Auto Safari prepare for an unforgettable adventure, where wildlife roams freely in 14 spacious enclosures, resembling their natural habitats. But this safari journey is more than just a thrilling experience; it's a heartfelt commitment to conservation. Many of these incredible creatures have been rescued, while others found refuge in zoos worldwide. This safari's dedication to animal care and devoted veterinarian has led to joyous births, like Imani, the Swahili-named male giraffe, symbolizing "FAITH" in a brighter future for all species. Prepare to be captivated by the park's 96 diverse animals and 70 plant species. Since 1980, this safari has welcomed visitors, offering a unique opportunity to witness animals flourishing in their natural habitats. This experience awaits, where compassion, dedication, and a vibrant ecosystem come together in a symphony of nature's wonders.

A great option to have a shore excursion for a short time, not so far from port, with a deep introduction to the most important economical activity in Guatemala sugar cane production, beautiful landscape and countryside sourranded with volcanos and discovering and learn about old civilizations from mesoamerica. Tour is private for customers from Viator. Could be share. Small Groups.

Book your Private Transfer from Puerto Quetzal Cruise Port to Antigua Guatemala or any address. Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door to door port/city transfer. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. • Meeting with a Nameplate • Door-to-door Service • No Hidden Charges • Clean cars & Professional drivers

This tour is a great experience for people who like something new. Great views and be in contact with the natural landscape. Look out points, great games, and adrenaline swings, aerobike or just model your best side in the giant hands. You will be at 2500 m above sea level, and the views of three volcanoes are breathtaking. And after have a little walk in the old colonial city. Amazing excursion.

Private excursion in which you will enjoy the charming of the city stopped in time combined with a relax time.