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Lake Atitlán and Chichicastenango Market Tour from Guatemala City

14 hours

Easy

Discover Guatemala's most famous indigenous market in Chichicastenango and admire panoramic views of Lake Atitlán, surrounded by volcanoes. This full-day tour from Guatemala City combines culture, landscapes and living tradition.

🌄 Discover the Chichicastenango Market and Lake Atitlán in a single day

  • I left Guatemala City to the cultural and natural heart of the country. This 12-hour tour combines living history, unforgettable landscapes and local experiences that only Guatemala can offer.



🧭 What are you going to live for?

  • 🧵Chichicastenango Market Tour
    Explore one of the most authentic indigenous markets in Latin America. Between Mayan colors, scents and rituals, you will have free time to buy handicrafts and witness the daily life of the Quiché peoples.
  • 🌋Visit to Panajachel and views of Lake Atitlán
    Enjoy a free lunch in Panajachel (not included) and marvel at the postcard of Lake Atitlán, surrounded by volcanoes. Considered one of the most beautiful lakes in the world, its energy leaves you speechless.
  • 🚐Everything organized for you
    Round-trip transfers from selected areas of Guatemala City, certified guide, and service throughout the day so you just have to enjoy.
  • 📅 Available Thursday and Sunday. During Holy Week: also on Wednesdays.
  • Tradition, nature and culture in a single day. Seats are limited: secure your spot now.


🧾 Tour Details

  • 💰Adult Price:USD 218 per person (11+ years old)
  • 💵Child Price:USD 152 per person (3—10 years old)
  • 👶Infant Price:Free (0—2 years old)
  • ⏳Duration:12 hours
  • 🕗Pick-up Schedule:Between 06:00 AM and 06:45 AM
  • 🚐Includes Pickup:Our vehicles will pick you up directly at your hotel or Airbnb (in selected areas).
What's included?
  • Parking fees
  • Entry or admission fee
  • Goods & services tax
  • ✅ What does your experience include?
  • 🚐 Round-trip transportation in a tourist vehicle
    With pick-up and drop-off in selected areas of Guatemala City.
  • 👨‍🏫 Certified tour guide
    Accompaniment throughout the tour, with cultural explanations and logistical support.
  • 🧵 Visit to the Chichicastenango Market
    Free time to tour, shop for handicrafts and experience local life.
  • 🌋 Stop in Panajachel with views of Lake Atitlán
    Enjoy the natural environment and free time for lunch (lunch not included).
Exclusions
  • Tip or gratuity
  • ❗ What's not included in your experience?
  • 🍽️ Lunch and personal consumption
    During the stop in Panajachel you will have free time to have lunch on your own.
  • 💵 Gratuities
    Optional, but always welcome if you want to thank the guide or driver.
  • 📷 Souvenirs and shopping at the market
    Purchases of handicrafts, textiles or souvenirs in Chichicastenango are not included.
  • 🚗 Transfers from uncovered areas
    It does not include pickup in Zones 15 and 16. For these cases, the meeting point is the Intercontinental Hotel (Zone 10).
Please note
    • ℹ️ Important information before booking
    • 🕗 Tour start time: 06:45 AM
      The pick-up takes place between 6:00am and 6:45am, depending on your area.
    • 📍 Pick-up areas included
      Zones 1, 4, 9, 10, 11, 13 and 14.
      📌 For Zones 15 and 16, the meeting point is the Intercontinental Hotel (Zone 10).
    • 👥 Minimum: 2 people to operate the tour
      Departure requires at least two confirmed passengers.
    • 📅 Days of operation
      This tour is available on Thursdays and Sundays.
      ☀️       During Holy Week, it is also operated on Wednesdays.
    • ♿ Not accessible to people in wheelchairs
      The terrain in both destinations can be uneven or poorly adapted.
    • 🌦️ Weather conditions
      The tour takes place in any weather. We recommend bringing a coat or umbrella if rain is expected.
    • 👶 Suitable for all ages
      No physical effort is required. Ideal for families, couples and cultural travelers.
    • 📧 Immediate confirmation with digital voucher
      You will receive all the details and your voucher by email when you book.
    • 📆 Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
      You can cancel at no cost if your plans change.
    What to bring
      • 🎒 What should you wear?
      • 🧥 Lightweight or waterproof coat
        The weather in the Altiplano can change during the day, especially during the rainy season.
      • 👟 Comfortable footwear
        You'll walk through markets, cobblestone streets and viewpoints. Sneakers or closed shoes with good soles are ideal.
      • 🕶️ Sunglasses and sunscreen
        The altitude and reflection of the lake can intensify exposure to the sun.
      • 💧 Reusable water bottle
        Important to keep you hydrated during the tour.
      • 💳 Cash or card
        For lunch, to buy souvenirs or handicrafts at the market.
      • 📸 Cell phone or camera with a charged battery
        There are a lot of natural and cultural postcards that you're going to want to capture.