STATE OF LOS ALTOS
INTRODUCTION:
Welcome to the fascinating Explore State of Los Altos Route! In this journey, you will have the opportunity to explore a series of destinations known for their profound natural beauty and shared legacy as part of the ephemeral State of Los Altos, the sixth state of the Central American Federation at its time.
Our itinerary takes you from the arrival in Guatemala City to the summit of majestic volcanoes. From Day 2 to Day 5, we will explore the charming towns descending from the ancient Tzutujil kingdom at Lake Atitlán, where we prepare for the challenge of the nocturnal ascent to the Atitlán volcano.
We continue our journey with freedom at the lake and the sunrise on Cerro Cristalino, then head to the imposing Tajumulco volcano, the summit of Central America. Enjoy magical sunsets on the Santa María volcano and luxury in the heights of the Acatenango volcano glamping.
Finally, we explore Antigua Guatemala and Guatemala City, enjoying a sunset from the Pacaya volcano and a farewell dinner before returning home with hearts full of unforgettable memories of Guatemala.
State of los Altos Itinerary - 15 Days:
Day 1: Arrival in Guatemala City.
Day 2: To Lake Atitlán! Enjoy an exciting cultural tour exploring the charming towns descending from the ancient Tzutujil kingdom.
Day 3: Free time at the lake! Get ready for the next feat: the nocturnal ascent. Let's do it!
Day 4: Adventure on Atitlán volcano! We climb at night to witness an unforgettable sunrise. Descent and a party to celebrate!
Day 5: Freedom at the lake! Then, we head to Cerro Cristalino to camp and welcome the sunrise with the Maya Face.
Day 6: Sunrise on Cerro Cristalino! Later, we head to the imposing Tajumulco volcano.
Day 7: Summit of Central America! Night ascent to the Tajumulco volcano to see the sunrise from the top. Back to Quetzaltenango with great memories!
Day 8: Magical sunset! Ascent to the Santa María volcano to enjoy a spectacular sunset and camp under the stars.
Day 9: Majestic sunrise! We wake up at the summit of the Santa María volcano and descend to immerse ourselves in the relaxing Fuentes Georginas.
Day 10: To Antigua Guatemala! We will take a city tour and stock up for the next stage.
Day 11: Luxury in the heights! Ascent to glamping on the Acatenango volcano and sunset with views of the Fuego volcano.
Day 12: Epic sunrise! From the summit of the Acatenango volcano and then, a free day to explore this magnificent place.
Day 13: Rest in Antigua! Well-deserved relaxation in charming Antigua Guatemala.
Day 14: Night exploration! City tour in Guatemala City and sunset from the Pacaya volcano. Farewell dinner.
Day 15: Return home with hearts full of unforgettable memories of Guatemala!
Destinations:
- Laguna Brava and Cenotes de Ownhajab
- Hoyo Cimarrón and Candelaria Cenotes
- Todos Santos Cuchumatán
- Laguna de Ordoñez
- Laguna Magdalena
- Zaculeu Archaeological Site
- Tajumulco Volcano
- Lake Atitlán
- San Juan La Laguna
- San Marcos La Laguna
- San Pedro La Laguna
- Santiago Atitlán
- Totonicapán
- San Andrés Xecul
- Quetzaltenango
- Santa María Volcano and Santiaguito
- Fuentes Georginas
- Zunil
- Takalik Abaj
- Acatenango Volcano
- Fuego Volcano
- Antigua Guatemala
- Guatemala City