Cerro de la Cruz (Hill of the Cross) Tours and Activities

This tour will take you to 3 mountain tops with incredible views of the city, valley, and volcanoes near and around Antigua. Our first stop is ¨El Cerro de la Cruz ¨ Antigua’s famous lookout point known as ¨The Cross¨. After getting a close-up aerial view of the colonial city, we head up towards our Second stop,¨Earth Lodge¨. This is an Avocado plantation and ECO-lodge found in the mountain village of El Hato. We will have some time for a drink and snacks, relax on the hammocks, or take a short hike on the nature trail of the plantation. After visiting this marvelous place we will hop on a pick up truck towards our final stop ¨Hobbitenango¨. This is a lord of the rings themed Eco-Park where we catch the Sunset and are able to enjoy some food, drinks, and games. Here we will go up the hill and sightsee, enjoy great views and various activities in this enchanted little forest. Once, finished we will head back down the mountain towards our ATVs and back down to Antigua.

In a city surrounded by volcanoes, adventure is hard to resist. Give into your sense of adventure on this tour around the outskirts of Antigua on an ATV, motorcycle, or scooter; take your pick of vehicle and choose to drive it yourself or ride in the back seat. Visit the mountains around Antigua, a local Mayan village, the famous El Cerro de la Cruz, and an organic farm with a full view of the valley below.

Enjoy caffeine and adrenaline in one tour on this excursion from Antigua. The eclectic tour is sure to please a variety of travelers. Climb on board your personal ATV and head to a local plantation, where you discover the coffee making process from seed to mug. After a hot cup of the local beverage, ride up to Cerro de la Cruz, which offers a spectacular view of the city and surrounding mountains.

We will cross mountains with spectacular views of the volcanoes and valleys around Antigua Guatemala and we will enjoy the adrenaline that driving an UTV offroad gives us. A unique experience that you must live!

No trip to Guatemala is complete without visiting Antigua, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed city widely considered Guatemala’s crown jewel. This half-day sightseeing tour from Guatemala City makes it possible to visit on even the shortest of time frames—squeeze it into a long layover or make the most of a quick trip without skimping on any of the sights.

Explore the Guatemalan countryside just outside Antigua during this flexible-length tour offering a taste of small-village life. You’ll ascend to the indigenous town of Santa Maria de Jesus at the base of the ‘Volcan de Agua’ volcano. Then travel to the tiny village of El Hato to the local eco-resort Earth Lodge, where you can relax and take in the views of Antigua in the distance.

Unlock the beauty and history of one of the oldest cities in the Americas during this Antigua City Tour from Guatemala City. Your full-day excursion includes stops at some of the colonial town’s top attractions, including the Museo del Jade, La Merced Church, and even a picturesque coffee plantation that’s still in operation. Take in epic views of the cityscape from Cerro de la Cruz and learn about the former capital’s colorful past while you listen to your friendly local guide as they lead you through the cobbled streets.

Antigua Guatemala is a city that once was the Capital of the Whole Central America. In this tour you'll travel back in time to the XV through XVII century, with its cobblestone streets, catholic churches and convents, unique monuments and gastronomy. Today we enjoy all that heritage, join us.

Explore the UNESCO-listed colonial capital of Antigua, one of Guatemala’s most enchanting cities, on this full-day sightseeing tour – ideal for first-time visitors. Learn how Antigua is one of the oldest cities of the Americas as you follow your guide to landmarks like the San Francisco Church, the arch of Santa Catalina, Casa Santo Domingo and Plaza Central. After a typical Guatemalan lunch (own expense), admire the priceless gems on display at the Museo del Jade (Jade Museum), then visit a local coffee plantation to learn more about Guatemala’s most famous export.

Visit more attractions—including the Lord of the Rings-themed eco-park Hobbitenango and the Cerro de la Cruz viewpoint—in just one day than you could independently during this full-day excursion. Don’t worry about public transit as ATVs and shared shuttles are provided, meaning you can focus on enjoying the views, drinks, and range of activities that will suit most travelers.

Visit the city which was once the capital of Central America, while enjoying its mix of cultures: native traditions, colonial style, modern life. During the tour, walk over cobblestone streets visiting colonial buildings and ruins. If there is time, visit the market for souvenir shopping.

Walking from Antigua to Cerro de la Cruz, amazing view to Water Volcano and Antigua Guatemala valley, after spending some time , we´ll continue by car to Village El Hato, reaching 2300 mts high, arraiving to Altamira Parking lot.. Start another walk from parking lot to Altamira eco and Camping Park. will walk in the middle of flowers farms, crops and nice restaurants and bars in the top of mountains. finishing our Trekking. After tour in Hoobitenango thematic park inspired in the movie THE HOOBIT. time to have a good lunch. Finally will take the 4WD to come back to Antigua and finishing in your hotel.

Travel to Antigua Guatemala and Guatemala City with the best native local guide tour. Our tour guides drives you around all the historical points and monuments of the city in a nice and comfortable vehicle. Get to witness the ruins left by the earthquakes of 1773. Enjoy the Central Park walk around view the Captain General Palace, The Portal of Commerce and The Cathedral of San Jose. The visit keep going to the Arch of Santa Catalina in our way to the La Merced Church. We stop here For Lunch. The tour continue to Guatemala City, to the ancient Maya ruins of Kaminaljuyu. Immerse in the mystical Mayan civilization with a visit to The Archaeological Museum with a unique explanation of all the magical pieces that conform the History of Guatemala. We end the tour with a visit to the city most famous streets and zones only to stop in the Historical Center of Guatemala City, for a 45 minute visit to the Portal of Commerce, Main Cathedral, The National Palace, and Constitution Plaza.

At Avem Travel we offer complete private tours and travel experiences in Guatemala that are unique and suited to our travelers' needs. In this Private Antigua Guatemala Walking Tour, like no other, you'll walk around the cobblestone streets as you discover the most emblematic landmarks in this beautiful colonial city. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you require additional assistance with your tour.

This tour is going to be full of history, get to know the two main cities that Guatemala has had after the Spaniard conquest. We will start this tour by taking you to the beautiful colonial city of Antigua Guatemala. You will get to know the history of this charming country chronologically on a tour of the past and the present. Prepare your camera to record the most iconic points of Antigua Guatemala, then we will take you to the city and you will know the beautiful historic center.

When you thought of visiting Guatemala, must likely Antigua Guatemala was on your list. This is an enchanted city that will bring you back in time almost 500 years ago, to the colonial period full of maidens and knights. Picture yourself entering that wonderful city with its cobblestone streets, colonial houses, churches and monasteries, and beautiful streets. Surrounding this magical city we will find 3 imponent volcanoes: Agua, Fuego, and Acatenango Volcano. The Fuego Volcano is one of our 3 Active Volcanos. If the weather is on our side, you will be able to see its fumaroles from some special places we got for you; it will give you goosebumps! So grab your camera and comfy walking shoes because history and the best spots in Antigua Guatemala are waiting for you!

The City of Guatemala has been transferred several times throughout its history. In these 3 days, we will enjoy the historical and colonial city of Antigua Guatemala and the Contemporary city of Guatemala. Snap a unique photo in Altamira’s giant wooden hand & in Hobbitenango feel like a Hobbit. Afterward, we'll walk around the colonial city of Antigua with its unique cobblestone streets, convents, churches, and more from the 15th century. Also, enjoy a full day of Agriculture. Discover the surrounding towns of Sacatepéquez, learn the handmade Mayan textile techniques, coffee plantations, macadamia farms, and a Wine tour through a 1900s Castle. On our way back to the city we'll feel in contact with nature at a nearby hill with awesome trails, swings, and views of the city. During the evening we will be discovering the jewels of Guatemala City, the great green National Palace, and the Main Plaza. To finish our tour we'll move to Cayalá City and take in the new modern city.

Located less than one hour from Guatemala City, Antigua is the perfect place to spend a day away from the busy city streets. Offered in seven different languages, the 7-hour tour begins with complimentary hotel pickup. Experience unparalleled views - and free entrance- at El Cerro de la Cruz, then tour the historic city center with your guide. After visits to the Coffee and Mayan Music Museums, unwind during your return to the city.

Enjoy a day full of history, beautiful landscapes and walk on cobblestone streets, We will also enjoy an afternoon tour of the towns around Antigua and a macadamia farm.