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Ancient and Colonial Cities 2009
  • Tour Code:86
  • Length: 9 Days
  • Tour Quality: First Class
  • Tour Type: Escorted Tour
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Sun, Jan 24, 2010Mon, Feb 01, 2010Call Us$2,399Call Us$2,231Quote
Sun, Feb 21, 2010Mon, Mar 01, 2010Call Us$2,399Call Us$2,231Quote
Sun, Apr 18, 2010Mon, Apr 26, 2010Call Us$2,399Call Us$2,231Quote
Sun, May 16, 2010Mon, May 24, 2010Call Us$2,399Call Us$2,231Quote
Sun, Jul 18, 2010Mon, Jul 26, 2010Call Us$2,399Call Us$2,231Quote
Sun, Oct 17, 2010Mon, Oct 25, 2010Call Us$2,399Call Us$2,231Quote
Sun, Dec 19, 2010Mon, Dec 27, 2010Call Us$2,399Call Us$2,231Quote
Sun, Jan 16, 2011Mon, Jan 24, 2011Call Us$2,399Call Us$2,231Quote
Sun, Feb 13, 2011Mon, Feb 21, 2011Call Us$2,399Call Us$2,231Quote
Sun, Apr 10, 2011Mon, Apr 18, 2011Call Us$2,399Call Us$2,231Quote

*PLEASE NOTE: This vacation includes an internal air component which will not be discounted from the listed price above
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Itinerary

Tour Highlights

Tour Itinerary

Day 1 - Antigua, Guatemala

Check-in the extraordinary Casa Santo Domingo, a luxurious and intimate hotel located in a former Colonial monastery. Antigua was one of the most significant Colonial era cities in the Americas, once home to more than 30 monastic orders that built stunning monasteries, convents and cathedrals, many in the opulent Spanish New World Baroque style. Today, these beautifully conserved buildings, some dating back more than 400 years, stand in this charming town under the shadow of 3 mighty volcanoes. Casa Santo Domingo

Day 2 - Antigua

After a leisurely morning, join your expert guide for an afternoon sightseeing tour of Antigua. You’ll explore the wealth of architecture and history, including the Central Plaza, Palace of the Captains General and a sampling of the best churches and monasteries. At a crafts cooperative, view traditional looms where colorful textiles are woven, and watch as jade is worked into beautiful jewelry. After the tour, return to your hotel and enjoy a free evening. Meals B

Day 3 - Antigua / Copán, Honduras

A scenic morning journey through the mountains of eastern Guatemala brings you across the border into Honduras to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Copán. From the 5th to 9th centuries, the Classic Era, Copán was the site of a major Mayan Kingdom. The site is especially remarkable for a series of elaborately carved portrait stelae, some of the very finest examples of ancient Mesoamerican art, and a large court that was used for ball games. Enjoy a comprehensive guided exploration of this amazing archaeological site. Tonight, you’ll overnight at General Tours historic hotel overlooking the town’s central plaza. Meals B Marina Hotel

Day 4 - Copán / Quirigua / Guatemala City

This morning you drive to the archaeological site of Quirigua, a small Mayan city that was founded in the Late Pre-Classic Era, and flourished until the 10th century. Though not as extensive as Copán, the site is noteworthy for 9 magnificent stelae that are arranged around the central plaza, accompanied by altars elaborately carved into zoomorphic shapes. The largest stelae stands more than 26 feet tall, the largest ever discovered in the Mayan world. Continue to Guatemala City and check-in to your deluxe hotel and enjoy a free evening. Meals B Barcelo Guatemala City

Day 5 - Guatemala City / Tikal

Your visit to the monumental Mayan city of Tikal begins with an early morning flight. Upon arrival, join General Tours excellent guide to explore the sprawling site, once a wealthy metropolis of 100,000 and the seat of power for the great Jaguar Clan Lords. The ruins of Tikal include more than 3,000 structures including palaces, temples, ceremonial platforms, ball courts, and large plazas – all surrounded by lush lowland rainforest – and several spectacular step pyramids that tower above the forest canopy. After your tour, enjoy a peaceful night in your thatch-roof bungalow overlooking Lake Petén Itza. Meals B,L Camino Real

Day 6 - Tikal / Guatemala City

This morning, return to Tikal to see more of its wonders. In the afternoon, you’ll return to Guatemala City by plane and transfer to your hotel for a free evening. Meals B,L Barcelo Guatemala City

Day 7 - Guatemala City / Managua, Nicaragua / Granada

Fly to Managua and continue on a pleasant overland journey to Lake Nicaragua and Granada, the oldest Colonial city in the Americas. Your tour of this historic town visits the most outstanding monuments such as the Cathedral, Casa de los Tres Mundos, and the San Francisco Convent. Enjoy the balance of your afternoon and evening at leisure. Meals B,L Plaza Colon Hotel

Day 8 - Masaya National Park Excursion

Today’s thrilling full-day excursion begins with a scenic drive to Masaya National Park to observe the volcanic activity of the Santiago crater and visit the natural interpretation museum. Afterwards, visit the bustling Masaya Market, a great place to shop for local crafts, and then relax over lunch at General Tours selected restaurant. After lunch, travel to the famous ‘white towns’ and stop at Catarina, known for its famous mirador with spectacular views of the Apoyo Lagoon, Granada and Lake Nicaragua. Continue on to San Juan de Oriente where you’ll have opportunity to view the local community making crafts that are sold throughout Nicaragua. Back in Granada, you’ll enjoy a relaxing boat excursion through the isletas, a picturesque archipelago of 365 islands. There’ll be time to refresh and relax before dinner. Meals B,L,D

Day 9 - Granada – Managua Airport

After breakfast, an escorted transfer brings you to Managua International Airport. Meals B

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