Visit The Mayan City of Iximche on a Full-Day Private Tour
Iximche is a fascinating place. This was one of the main Mayan cities visited by the Spaniards in 1524, declared the first capital of the Kingdom of Guatemala.
Visitors will be able to see the old pyramids built by the Maya, and some of the most active Ceremonial Altars where contemporary Maya use it to perform Ancient rituals and burn offerings to their ancestors.
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IXIMCHE, Mayan City.
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What's included in Visit The Mayan City of Iximche on a Full-Day Private Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Guatemala City
We will start this tour from your hotel. We will pick you up in the lobby of your hotel early in the morning and we will go to the department of Chimaltenango, where the ancient Mayan city of Iximche is located.
Iximche
Once we get to Iximche, you will find the ruins of the last Mayan city. Iximche was conquered by the Spanish when they came to Guatemalan lands and became the first Spanish city. After 3 years here, the Spanish moved to what we now know as Ciudad Vieja, near Antigua Guatemala. Iximche was a Kaqchichel capital, one of the Mayan ethnic groups that still exist in Guatemala nowadays. The architectural vestiges that we see today are the remains of Mayan palaces, plazas, and ball courts that in their time were colorfully decorated and were galas of the kingdom. Much of the structures were destroyed during the conquest and the rock buildings were dismantled to use their stones in the Spanish constructions of Tecpán. Get to know these and more facts on your visit. During your time here in Iximche, you might see Mayan priests performing religious ceremonies, we ask for respect and discretion.
Tecpan
After our wonderful visit to the archaeological site of Iximche, we will go to Tecpàn. This is a popular area full of wonderful restaurants with decades of existence and the most delicious dishes. We are happy to take you to one of these renowned restaurants for a flavorful lunch.
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Certified Tour Guide
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Iximche National Park fees
- Gratuities
- Personal Expenses
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We pick up all travelers at the motor lobby of their hotel or accommodation in Guatemala City or Antigua Guatemala
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Ticket Redemption
Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions. Valid from the time you exchange your voucher, for the duration selected.
