Puerto Quetzal Shore Excursion: Antigua, Jade Museum & Factory

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Pass By: CA-9, Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala

You will be met at the cruise pier where you will be picked up and transferred to Antigua Guatemala. Here you will meet your guide.

Stop At: antigua guatemala, Unnamed Road, Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala

Antigua Guatemala is outstanding and the best-preserved colonial city in Latin America. Tourists visit Antigua Guatemala every year from around the world to enjoy its natural beauty and historic monuments. The Spanish Colonial style permeates every part of the town: its houses, churches, squares, parks and ruins, also its traditions and folklore as well. Antigua is a city of charm and color where you can see and buy an overwhelming variety of attractive, handmade products that honor the traditions of generations of artisans.

We start with a 3-hour walking tour with a visit to La Merced Church - one of the most important churches in Antigua. We will also explore one of the distinguishable landmarks in Antigua Guatemala, Santa Catalina Arch. Built in the 17th century, originally it was connected to the convent of Santa Catalina, allowing the cloistered nuns to pass from one building to the other without going out on the street.

Next on the itinerary we will walk through Central Park to appreciate the The Cathedral of San Jose - Roman Catholic church in Antigua Guatemala. The original church was built around 1541, but suffered several earthquakes throughout its history, and the first church building was demolished in 1669, The cathedral was rebuilt and consecrated in 1680. By 1743 the cathedral was one of the largest in Central America. We will continue to a Jade Factory where you can appreciate the sacred stone of the Mayan civilization.


Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: antigua guatemala, Unnamed Road, Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala

After a mild walk we will have time to eat lunch (optional, not included).

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: CA-9, Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala

we will return to Puerto Quetzal to board your cruise.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Included
  • Local guide
  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • Worry-free shore excursion guarantee
Not included
  • Gratuities
  • Beverages
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Minimum 2 passengers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Features
Tourism
95% Cultural
65% Aquatic
40%