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HOTEL INFORMATION:  Casa Santo DomingoHotel Class: Superior First Class The Casa Santo Domingo opened in 1989, and from its prime location guests can easily walk to the center of the city to explore shopping, sightseeing options, and various other cultural events. All 125 rooms have minibar, cable TV, telephone, and climate control. Guests can also enjoy local cuisine and tours.  Marina CopanHotel Class: First Class Overlooking the Central Plaza in the idyllic town of Copan Ruinas, Honduras, the Hotel Marina Copan has been “home” to those seeking the Mayan culture and environment for more than 50 years. A modern hotel that embraces the rich history and architecture of the past, the Marina Copan provides a large variety of activities for its guests to enjoy. The UNESCO World Heritage Site Mayan ruins of Copan are a natural attraction for guests, as are horseback riding, bird watching, hiking, archaeological tours, hot springs, and visits to the colonial towns easily accessed in a day’s trip. A landscaped outdoor pool, spa, gift shop, restaurant, pool bar, and café further round out the deluxe facilities included at this resort. Each of the 50 rooms provide AC, ceiling fans, and cable TV.  Hotel Colon GranadaHotel Class: Luxury Located ajacent to the Parque Central in the historical city of Granada, Hotel Plaza Colon is set in an elegant antique colonial house that has been restored to its original style and architecture, with external courtyards and balconies overlooking Central Park and the Cathedral. Guest rooms are accented in rich woodwork and include cable television, internet access and mini bar.  MarriottHotel Class: Deluxe Centrally located in Guatemala City’s commercial banking area near Reforma Avenida and the galleries, bars, museums, and restaurants of Zona Viva, this hotel is also convenient to the botanical gardens. The 386 guestrooms on the property all feature climate control and cable television, and guests also enjoy access to the hotel health club, which offers a gymnasium, heated outdoor pool, sauna, steam room, and whirlpool, as well as racquetball, squash and tennis courts. The hotel also features lobby, pool and sports bars in addition to three restaurants featuring American, International, and Italian fare.  Westin Camino RealHotel Class: Lodge Located in the heart of Peten Jungle, the Westin Camino Real consists of 72 thatched- roof bungalows overlooking Lake Petén Itza, all of which offer modern comforts like air- conditioning, telephone, cable television, and private balconies. Leisure facilities onsite include an exercise gym, sauna, and outdoor pool. This property also boasts three onsite restaurants featuring Guatemalan specialties and International cuisine.
Day 1 - Antigua, Guatemala
Check-in the extraordinary Casa Santo Domingo, a luxurious and intimate hotel located in a former Colonial monastery. Antigua was one of the most significant Colonial era cities in the Americas, once home to more than 30 monastic orders that built stunning monasteries, convents and cathedrals, many in the opulent Spanish New World Baroque style. Today, these beautifully conserved buildings, some dating back more than 400 years, stand in this charming town under the shadow of 3 mighty volcanoes. Casa Santo Domingo Day 2 - Antigua #WHS# After a leisurely morning, join your expert guide for an afternoon sightseeing tour of Antigua. You’ll explore the wealth of architecture and history, including the Central Plaza, Palace of the Captains General and a sampling of the best churches and monasteries. At a crafts cooperative, view traditional looms where colorful textiles are woven, and watch as jade is worked into beautiful jewelry. After the tour, return to your hotel and enjoy a free evening. Meals B Day 3 - Antigua / Copán, Honduras A scenic morning journey through the mountains of eastern Guatemala brings you across the border into Honduras to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Copán#WHS#. From the 5th to 9th centuries, the Classic Era, Copán was the site of a major Mayan Kingdom. The site is especially remarkable for a series of elaborately carved portrait stelae, some of the very finest examples of ancient Mesoamerican art, and a large court that was used for ball games. Enjoy a comprehensive guided exploration of this amazing archaeological site. Tonight, you’ll overnight at our historic hotel overlooking the town’s central plaza. Meals B Marina Hotel Day 4 - Copán / Quirigua / Guatemala City This morning you drive to the archaeological site of Quirigua, a small Mayan city that was founded in the Late Pre-Classic Era, and flourished until the 10th century. Though not as extensive as Copán, the site is noteworthy for 9 magnificent stelae that are arranged around the central plaza, accompanied by altars elaborately carved into zoomorphic shapes. The largest stelae stands more than 26 feet tall, the largest ever discovered in the Mayan world. Continue to Guatemala City and check-in to your deluxe hotel and enjoy a free evening. Meals B Guatemala City Marriott Hotel Day 5 - Guatemala City / Tikal#WHS# Your visit to the monumental Mayan city of Tikal begins with an early morning flight. Upon arrival, join our excellent guide to explore the sprawling site, once a wealthy metropolis of 100,000 and the seat of power for the great Jaguar Clan Lords. The ruins of Tikal include more than 3,000 structures including palaces, temples, ceremonial platforms, ball courts, and large plazas – all surrounded by lush lowland rainforest – and several spectacular step pyramids that tower above the forest canopy. After your tour, enjoy a peaceful night in your thatch-roof bungalow overlooking Lake Petén Itza. Meals B,L Camino Real Day 6 - Tikal / Guatemala City This morning, return to Tikal to see more of its wonders. In the afternoon, you’ll return to Guatemala City by plane and transfer to your hotel for a free evening. Meals B,L Guatemala City Marriott Hotel Day 7 - Guatemala City / Managua, Nicaragua / Granada Fly to Managua and continue on a pleasant overland journey to Lake Nicaragua and Granada, the oldest Colonial city in the Americas. Your tour of this historic town visits the most outstanding monuments such as the Cathedral, Casa de los Tres Mundos, and the San Francisco Convent. Enjoy the balance of your afternoon and evening at leisure. Meals B,L Plaza Colon Hotel Day 8 - Masaya National Park Excursion Today’s thrilling full-day excursion begins with a scenic drive to Masaya National Park to observe the volcanic activity of the Santiago crater and visit the natural interpretation museum. Afterwards, visit the bustling Masaya Market, a great place to shop for local crafts, and then relax over lunch at our selected restaurant. After lunch, travel to the famous ‘white towns’ and stop at Catarina, known for its famous mirador with spectacular views of the Apoyo Lagoon, Granada and Lake Nicaragua. Continue on to San Juan de Oriente where you’ll have opportunity to view the local community making crafts that are sold throughout Nicaragua. Back in Granada, you’ll enjoy a relaxing boat excursion through the isletas, a picturesque archipelago of 365 islands. There’ll be time to refresh and relax before dinner. Meals B,L,D Day 9 - Granada – Managua Airport After breakfast, an escorted transfer brings you to Managua International Airport. Meals B
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