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San Ignacio to Tikal Guided Tour with Lunch Included
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San Ignacio to Tikal Guided Tour with Lunch Included

by Belize Family Adventure

9.5 hours
San Ignacio
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Overview

The day begins with hotel pickup within San Ignacio town limits before crossing the border from Belize into Guatemala. Travelers ride by bus to Tikal National Park, home to the Mayan ruins. A local guide leads a tour of the archaeological site, explaining the history and significance of this former Mayan city. After exploring the temples and plazas, the group enjoys a local lunch nearby. The full trip lasts about nine and a half hours and includes round-trip transport, guided tour, and lunch. Gratuities and the departure tax fee are not included.

Highlights

Guided tour of Tikal Mayan ruins
Local lunch included
Round-trip hotel transport from San Ignacio
Cross border from Belize to Guatemala
About 9.5 hours total duration

What's included

Local guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off within San Ignacio town limits
Lunch

What's not included

Gratuities
Departure tax fee (US$ 20 per person, due on day of travel)
Hotel pick-up and drop-off outside San Ignacio town limits

Itinerary

1

Tikal National Park

A UNESCO World Heritage Site and among the largest excavated archaeological areas in the Americas. The site includes rainforest trails inhabited by native animals such as howler monkeys, spider monkeys, toucans, and coatis. It also features ancient Maya causeways, which are raised stone roads that once linked different parts of the city.

180 min

2

Great Plaza

The ceremonial center of ancient Tikal, bordered by two of its most well-known temples.

30 min

3

Temple II

Located opposite Temple I, this temple provides a traditional view across the Great Plaza.

10 min

4

Temple I

One of the most identifiable pyramids at Tikal, constructed as a royal funerary monument.

30 min

5

Temple IV

The tallest building in Tikal, offering wide views over the jungle canopy.

15 min

6

Central Acropolis

Extensive complexes of palaces, courtyards, and temples that were once residences for Maya royalty and elite.

10 min

Meeting point

Unit 2 Inside The Belize Caving Expeditios Office

End point

Unit 2 Inside The Belize Caving Expeditios Office

Languages

English (guide)Spanish (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

Up to 15 travelers
Mobile ticket
Infants travel on an adult's lap
A moderate level of fitness is needed
It is recommended you wear comfortable clothes and walking shoes
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Departure tax fee is due on day of travel in cash
A minimum of 2 passengers is required for the tour to operate; cancellation and full refund or alternative offered if minimum is not met
Hotel pickup and drop-off included only for hotels within San Ignacio town limits; surcharge applies for hotels outside town limits
Total
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