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2010 Semana Santa in Guatemala - Holiday with GAP Adventures

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March, April

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2010 Semana Santa in Guatemala - Holiday with GAP Adventures.  Experience the heart and soul of Guatemala during this in-depth experience of "Semana Santa" and Easter in Antigua, one of the most vibrant and colourful celebrations in all of Central America.

Enjoy two days in the stunning Lake Atitlan area and shop at the Chichicastenango market. This is truly an up-close and personal look at the captivating country of Guatemala.

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Semana Santa - Easter in Guatemala
10 days | Trip Code: CGEM
£459 GBP (Local Payments now included on all Gap Adventures)
International airfare is not included

Trip Style: Limited Edition

Service Level: Standard

Physical Demands Rating: 2

Highlights: Antigua, Chichicastenango, Lake Atitlan

StartFinish - ex Antigua, Guatemala

What's Included - Observing the religious processionals on Good Friday in Antigua, Cultural walking tour of Antigua, Boat ride around Lake Atitlan to visit several indigenous villages, Watching the elaborate and colourful carpets being prepared on the streets on Antigua, Visit of Chichicastenango Sunday market.

Group Size Notes - Max 15, Avg 10

Group Leader - Tour leader throughout, local guides.

Meals Included - No meals included.

Transport - Public bus, Van, Boat, Walking.

Accommodation - Hotels (9 nts).

Meal Budget - Allow USD200 for meals not included. For additional expenses, see Trip Details.

My Own Room - Please note that if you have booked the "My Own Room" option for this tour, you will receive your own single room for all night stops on tour.

Brochure Notes - Antigua's nearest airport is 45 min away in Guatemala City.

Day 1 Arrive Antigua
Arrive in Antigua at any time.

Day 2-4 Chichicastenango/Lake Atitlan
A visit to Guatemala would not be complete without the chance to visit to the famous market of Chichicastenango. After bargaining over beautiful textiles, travel to the shores of Guatemala’s Lake Atitlán. Three nights in the town of Panajachel provide an excellent base to explore this fascinating region where you can admire some of the villages of Lake Atitlan on an included boat tour.

Day 5-9 Antigua
This UNESCO-designated World Heritage site was once the seat of the Spanish colonial government. When we arrive, Holy Week will be in full swing. In between observing these many ceremonies, you can choose to climb nearby Pacaya Volcano, mountain bike through the countryside or just relax in a pleasant street side café. A cultural walking tour of Antigua is included.

Day 10 Depart Antigua

About G.A.P Adventures
In 1990 Bruce Poon Tip launched G.A.P Adventures with the belief that other travellers would share his desire to experience authentic adventures in a responsible and sustainable manner. We've grown from a one-man show to a company of over 500, and from a handful of trips in Latin America to hundreds of adventures spanning the globe... and beyond! Over 70,000 travellers experience the real world with us every year. What hasn't changed is our passion for making sure you get behind the scenes to experience the real world in an authentic and sustainable manner.

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