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Almost 60 percent of Guatemala's population is comprised of indigenous
people with roots to the Mayans and Pre-Colombian settlements.
Visitors can walk among beautiful fountains and timeless sculptures
in some of America's
oldest cities. With 8,000 species of plants, 600 varieties
of orchids and 300 bird species, nearly the entire country is
a nature lovers paradise. Honduras is another Central American
jewel that is known for its Mayan connection. Copan has been the
focus of the most continuous sustained investigation in all the
Maya World, as a result, the most amazing mysteries about the
Mayan Civilization ever unraveled has been discovered here. Guatemala
and Honduras both offers visitors the rare opportunity to experience
countries that has changed little over the centuries.
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Guatemala Highlands are dotted with volcanoes. |
| Itineraries | | | Mini Guatemala | Antigua, Lake Atitlan & Tikal
4 nights ~ from $1550 | | Maya Magic & Mystery | Antigua, Lake Atitlan, Chichi, Tikal & Yaxha
8 nights ~ from $2563 | | Maya Archaeology Highlights With Copan | Antigua, Lake Atitlan, Chichi, Copan, Rio Dulce, Tikal & Yaxha
11 nights ~ from $3547 | | Highland Maya Markets | Antigua, Lake Atitlan, the Maya Highlands, Chichi, Tikal & Yaxha
11 nights ~ from $3174 | | Rainforest & Archaeology with Copan | Antigua, Lake Atitlan, Chichi, Mayan ruins circuit including Copan, Quirigua, Aguateca, Ceibal, Tikal & Yaxha
11 nights ~ from $3675 | | 11-Day Guatemala Explorer | Antigua, Comalapa, Lake Atitlan, Chichi, Coban Area, Semuc Champey, Lanquin, Yaxha, Tikal
11 nights ~ from $3691 | | 12 Day Guatemala Wildlife & Nature Tour | Antigua, Coffee Farm & Textiles, Bird Watching, Lake Atitlan, Chichi, Chiminos Lodge, Aguateca, Ceibal, Yaxha, Arcas Rescue Project, Tikal
12 nights ~ from $5121 | | Guatemalan Road Less Travelled – Multi Activity | Volcano Climbing – Hiking – Biking – Kayaking - Antigua, Lake Atitlan, Pacaya volcano, Family Homestay, Zunil Ridge, Ceibal & Tikal Ruins
9 nights ~ from $4484 | | Guatemalan Road Less Travelled– Hiking | Antigua, Lake Atitlan, Pacaya volcano, Family Homestay, Zunil Ridge, Ceibal & Tikal Ruins
8 nights ~ from $3067 | | Guatemalan Road Less Travelled- Cycling Adventure | Antigua, Lake Atitlan, Pacaya volcano, Family Homestay, Zunil Ridge, Ceibal & Tikal Ruins
8 nights ~ from $3373 | | The Natural Splendor of Honduras | La Tigra, La Esperanz, Copan, Tela & La Ceiba
8 nights ~ from $2245 | | Honduras: Maya, Green & Blue Adventure | Copan, Tula, Punta Sal, La Ceiba
4 nights ~ from $1510 | | Honduras: Colonial Maya Eco-Expedition | Tegucigalpa, La Esperanza, Gracias, Santa Rosa de Copán, Copán, Tela & La Ceiba
9 nights ~ from $2546 | | The Best of Honduras | Visit the Mayan Copán Ruinas, Pico Bonito, Punta Sal National Park & San Pedro Sula
5 nights ~ from $2241 | | Anthony's Key Resort | All-inclusive Diving & Snorkeling resort in Roatan Honduras
7 nights ~ from $530 |
Highlands:
Dotted with volcanoes and formed by dynamic geologic activity,
the highlands of Guatemala hold some of the country's most scenic
places. Lake Atitlan located at 10,000 feet was formed by juxtaposed
volcanic calderas. Several endangered plant and animal species
cling to the slopes in broadleaf and pine forests. The "poc" bird
which spends its entire lifetime on the water, is one of the region's
endangered species. Several picturesque villages and important
cultural settlements along the lake's shoreline have a Pre-Hispanic
origin. The major earthquakes that struck this region have not
destroyed one of the oldest and most beautiful cities in the Americas:
Antigua. Dating back to 1542, Antigua is said to be the first
planned city in the new world. Guatemala's indigenous groups descend
upon Chichicastenango's narrow cobblestone streets twice a week
to trade colorful works of art, wooden mask carvings and embroidered
garments.
Tikal:
Rising above dense jungle canopy, Tikal is believed to be the
most important of all Mayan cities. The civilization's astonishing
accomplishments in mathematics, astronomy and architecture are
evident in over 4,000 temples, pyramids and structures that are
still mostly intact. Archaeologists have learned much about this
ancient civilization which lived here for more than 2,000 years.
However many mysteries still remain. The Tikal area, encompassing
222 square miles around the ruins, has been designated a National
Park. More than 300 bird species can be easily seen around Tikal's
cleared areas and magnificent mahogany, teak and palm trees, orchids,
bromeliads, and hundreds of other flowering plants grow.
Largely untouristed
Guatemala and Honduras offer you a glimpse of Latin American countries
with strong indigenous roots and lasting culture, not to mention
ancient ruins. The homeplace of the Mayans, Guatemala and Honduras
are two underrated countires worth exploration.
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