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Tikal Day Trip by Air from Guatemala City with Lunch
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Tikal Day Trip by Air from Guatemala City with Lunch

by Guatemalan Adventure

15 hours
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15 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
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Overview

This full-day tour lasts about 15 hours and starts with a round-trip flight from Guatemala City to Flores. Upon arriving at Flores Airport, the group is transferred by vehicle to Tikal National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site covering over 341 square miles. Visitors spend around four hours exploring the extensive Mayan ruins with a bilingual guide. The tour includes visits to major structures such as the Central Acropolis, Complex Q and R with their twin pyramid complexes, and the Great Plaza. The guide explains the history and architecture of key temples including Temple I (Temple of the Grand Jaguar), a stepped limestone pyramid from about 732 AD, and Temple II (Temple of the Masks) on the west side of the plaza. The tour also visits Temple IV, built around 741 AD, which stands 65 metres tall and offers elevated views of the site. Lunch is provided within the park before some free time to explore independently. Afterward, participants return to Flores Airport for the flight back to Guatemala City. The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Guatemala City, entrance fees, air-conditioned transport, and a professional English- and Spanish-speaking guide. Drinks and gratuities are not included.

Highlights

Round-trip flight from Guatemala City to Flores
Four hours exploring Tikal National Park ruins
Visits to Temple I, Temple II, and Temple IV
Lunch included inside Tikal National Park
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Guatemala City
Professional bilingual guide and air-conditioned transport

What's included

Entrance fees to Tikal National Park
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Guatemala City
Round-trip flight between Guatemala City and Flores
Lunch provided during the tour
Air-conditioned vehicle transfers
Guide fluent in English and Spanish

What's not included

Gratuities for guide and driver
Drinks during the tour

Itinerary

1

Tikal National Park

After arriving at Flores Airport, transfer to Tikal National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site spanning over 341 square miles (550 sq km). The park contains thousands of ruins spread across the area. Explore the Central Acropolis with its courtyards and small temples, and visit Complex Q and R, which feature twin pyramid complexes with altars in front. The guide leads the group through these sites before lunch and free time. After the visit, participants return to Flores Airport for the flight back to Guatemala City.

240 min

2

Temple I

Located in the Great Plaza, Temple I is known as the Temple of the Grand Jaguar. It features a limestone stepped pyramid design typical of the Petén region and dates to around 732 AD. The temple is notable for a lintel depicting a king seated on a jaguar throne.

20 min

3

Temple II

Temple II, also called the Temple of the Masks or "Los Mascarones," stands on the west side of the Great Plaza opposite Temple I. It was built during the Late Classic Period in a style resembling Early Classic architecture.

30 min

4

Temple IV

Temple IV was among the tallest and largest buildings in the Maya civilization, constructed around 741 AD. Positioned at the western edge of the core site, the pyramid reaches 65 metres in height. Visitors can climb to the top to view the surrounding jungle and ruins.

30 min

Languages

English (guide)Spanish (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Additional info

1–9 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Infants travel on an adult's lap
Not advised for anyone with back or spinal problems
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
A moderate level of fitness is needed
Flights depart Guatemala City at 5:45am and arrive in Flores at 6:45am; return flights leave Flores at 5:30pm and arrive in Guatemala City at 6:30pm; schedules may vary due to airline changes.
A change fee applies to any booking modifications.
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