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Hey, adventure seekers! š I'm planning a last-minute trip to Guatemala next week and could really use your feedback on my itinerary. I'm kicking things off in Antigua for four days of exploring and cafĆ© hopping, then heading to hike Acatenango for two days. After that, I'm off to Lake AtitlĆ”n for six nights, followed by a flight to Flores for three nights at Tikal. Iāll wrap up my journey at El ParedĆ³n for some well-deserved chill time. Excited for your thoughts and tips! šš¼
hey guys, I am planning on last-minute trip to Guatemala and I would love some feedback on my itinerary.
right now, I am thinking starting with Antigua 4 days (arrival, exploring, cafĆ©s, etc.) then 2 days hiking Acatenango, then I go straight to Lake AtitlĆ”n am staying 6 nights, then go back to Guatemala City and take a flight to Flores and stay 3 nights tikal included, then I end my trip at El paredĆ³n to chill for 3 nights.
does this spacing make sense or am i spending too long/not enough time in those places?
for Lake AtitlĆ”n and Iām not sure where to base myself,
iāve seen San Pedro, San Marcos, Panajache. should i stay in one place?
I will be arriving super late 11 pm in Guatemala airport. Iām wondering whatās the best way to get to Antigua?
any advice or adjustments would be really appreciatedšš¼
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