Magical Tikal
Tikal, being one of the largest Maya sites, is located in the northern Guatemalan rain forest and is often called the soul of the earth. This magical place is guaranteed to be an unforgettable adventure.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Maya of Mesoamerica reached remarkable intellectual and artistic heights as far back as 3.114B.C. when they began the calendar still in use today. They built huge temples, pyramids, stone monuments, and made major advances in mathematics and astronomy, and a hieroglyphic scripts. But the ancient civilization collapsed 950A.D. The ancient Mayas migrated to the Guatemalan highlands.
Tikal was an important center during their classic period. It is often called the soul of the earth. This magical place is guaranteed to be a great adventure. Of the park’s 222 square miles, there are over 3,000 separate buildings have been revealed: temples, shrines, ceremonial platforms, residences, ball courts, terraces, causeways and plazas. The exuberant fauna and plant life are amazing.
The easiest way to visit is through a package so that you may maximize your time and enjoyment.
We offer a ONE DAY PACKAGE and a TWO DAYS PACKAGE
We have 2 packages (see tab “Tour Packages” above) that we offer including a One Day Trip and at hotels on the Island of Flores – about one hour from Tikal National Park. The island affords more fun at night and electricity after nightfall (not available at the hotels in the Tikal National Park). We are also happy to make other accommodations for you. We offer airlines tickets with TAG many other packages. Contact us for more information to accommodate your schedule.
TIKAL ONE DAY PACKAGE
A visit to Tikal is a trip you will always remember as you experience the ancient Maya temples and rainforest wildlife. A 3am shuttle takes you from your hotel in Antigua to the GUA airport for a 45-minute flight. Shuttle to the Tikal National Park. Guided visit with expert guide of Complex Q & R, Temples I, II, III and IV, Plaza Central, Central and North Acropolis and Mundo Perdido. Late lunch and shuttle to the Island of Flores for a visit before checking-in at the airport for your return flight and shuttle to Antigua to return at 10pm.
Daily | $384 per person. Pending availability. Contact: info@antiguatours.net
TWO DAYS/OVERNIGHT IN FLORES OR TIKAL (PM/PM)
An overnight trip to the incredible island of Flores and a visit to Tikal is a trip to cherish! Experience the ancient Maya temples and rainforest wildlife with spectacular views of Lake Petén Itzá. An afternoon shuttle from your hotel to the GUA airport for a 45-minute flight. Enjoy an overnight stay in Flores or Tikal National Park. Visit the park with an expert guide, Admire Complex Q & R, Temples I, II, III and IV, Plaza Central, Central & North Acropolis and Mundo Perdido. Late lunch and shuttle to Flores before checking-in at the airport for your return flight to and shuttle to Antigua
Daily | From $439 per person in double room. Pending availability.
Contact: info@antiguatours.net
OTHER TOUR DESTINATIONS IN PETEN
YAXHA TOUR
Visit this ancient Maya site with exquisite views of Lake Yaxhá. Your 8am shared shuttle picks you at your hotel or the FRS airport for an hour drive through the rainforest. Begin your expert guided visit including Group A, Group B, Group C, Temple 216, North Acropolis, Malher Group, impressing walkways and scenery of the two lagoons. A 2pm shared shuttle returns to Flores or the airport.
Daily | $95 per person includes shuttles, entrance fee, guide and box lunch (beverages and tips not included) (minimum 2 people).
Pending availability. Contact: info@antiguatours.net
PETÉN ITZÁ LAKE & ACTÚN KAN CAVES TOUR
Explore one of the most exquisite lakes & Maya sites! Your private shuttle departs Flores at 9:30am for a guided tour of Actún Can caves. Return to Flores to begin your Lake Petén Itzá boat tour, visit the Petencito Zoo and continue by boat to the Mirador del Rey Canek. Return to Flores at 3pm for your shuttle to the FRS airport or hotel.
Daily | 1 passenger $250. 2 people: $165 per person. 3 people: $125 per person. 4 people: $115 per person. 5 people and more: $99 per person. Includes shuttles, boat ride, entrance fee, guide, and lunch (beverages and tips not included).
Pending availability. Contact: info@antiguatours.net
SUNRISE TIKAL TOUR FOR JUNGLE LODGE GUESTS
Experience the sunrise in the rainforest inside the Tikal National Park! Meet at 4am at the Jungle Lodge to climb Temple IV and experience the awakening of the jungle. If the weather permits, contemplate the sunrise behind the crests of the Temples I, II and III. Walk back to the Jungle Lodge Hotel for breakfast at 8am.
Daily | $24 per person includes guide, park admission not included, make sure you have park admission tickets for this day.
Pending availability.
Contact: info@antiguatours.net
DAILY FLIGHTS TO FLORES (FRS)
Please contact us at info@antiguatours.net for schedules and availability.
Discover the magic of Tikal!