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Tikal Sunrise & Archaeology: Private Tour Petén Guatemala
Tikal Sunrise & Archaeology: Private Tour Petén Guatemala★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (376)6hYou start before dawn, climb a temple to watch the jungle wake, then spend six-plus hours walking through Tikal's main archaeological zones with a bilingual guide who knows where to stand for the best photographs. Hotel pickup, breakfast on the temple, lunch at a restaurant, and entry fees arranged in advance are all included. The tour ends by mid-morning, which works if you're catching an afternoon flight out of Flores.Is it for me?Book this if you want to photograph Tikal's main temples with a guide who knows the best angles and timing, and you're willing to start before dawn—the early hour is what puts you on the temples when the light is right and the wildlife is active.Free cancellationTravelers' pickMost bookedfromUS$ 98View ›
Tikal Private Day Tour from Flores: Local Guide & Lunch
Tikal Private Day Tour from Flores: Local Guide & Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (341)7h–8hYou’ll walk ancient Mayan temples in Tikal with a local guide who knows every shortcut and story. Expect early pickup in Flores, cool shade under jungle trees, laughter over lunch, and quiet moments above the canopy — memories that stick long after you’re home.Free cancellationTravelers' pickTop ratedfromUS$ 199View ›
Tikal Small Group Tour from Flores: All-Included Mayan Ruins
Tikal Small Group Tour from Flores: All-Included Mayan Ruins★★★★★★★★★★ 4.77 (182)7hA 7-hour small group tour of Tikal from Flores includes hotel pickup, a local guide in English, Spanish or Italian, park entry, and lunch at the park restaurant. The guide walks you through the Palaces of the Mayan Aristocracy and the Central Park to see the Great Jaguar pyramid, then climbs Temple IV—a 64-meter structure used in major films—before ending with typical Guatemalan food. Hotel drop-off is included.Is it for me?The 3 to 4 hours of walking and climbing means you're on your feet for a good portion of the day, so this works best if you're comfortable with moderate physical activity and uneven terrain. Everything else—the drive, the guide, the entry fee, the meal—is arranged, so you show up at your hotel ready to go.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −20%fromUS$ 128View ›
Tikal Sunrise Private Tour from Flores: Early Entry & Breakfast
Tikal Sunrise Private Tour from Flores: Early Entry & Breakfast★★★★★★★★★★ 4.94 (97)7h–9hYou’ll meet your guide before dawn in Flores for a private drive to Tikal, where you’ll climb Temple IV for sunrise and explore ancient ruins without crowds. Listen for howler monkeys as you walk forest trails by flashlight, then refuel with a hot local breakfast before heading back—still half-dreaming of misty temples.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefromUS$ 213View ›
Tikal Private Day Trip with Local Guide from Flores
Tikal Private Day Trip with Local Guide from Flores★★★★★★★★★★ 4.95 (75)8h–9hStep into Tikal’s ancient world with a private guide from Flores. Climb Maya pyramids above jungle canopy, spot monkeys along shaded trails, and hear stories that bring history alive. Includes hotel pickup and a hot local lunch — an experience you’ll carry home long after leaving Guatemala.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 209View ›
Tikal Private Day Tour from Flores & Tikal Hotels with Guide
Tikal Private Day Tour from Flores & Tikal Hotels with Guide★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (44)6h–8hYou’ll wander ancient Mayan ruins at your own pace, guided by locals who know every hidden corner of Tikal. Flexible timing, real stories, and plenty of chances for photos make this tour perfect if you want more than just quick snapshots.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 133View ›
Tikal National Park: Private tour with guide & lunch
Tikal National Park: Private tour with guide & lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (34)8hYou’ll explore Tikal’s ancient ruins with your own local guide, starting from Flores with hotel pickup included. Walk jungle trails at your pace, spot monkeys overhead, enjoy a Guatemalan lunch inside the park, and hear stories you won’t find in any guidebook — all in a private group you choose.Free cancellationKids −32%fromUS$ 250View ›
Tikal Private Tour from Flores: Guide, Transport & Park Access
Tikal Private Tour from Flores: Guide, Transport & Park Access★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (25)6h–8hA private guided tour of Tikal National Park departing from Flores with round-trip air-conditioned transport, an English or Spanish-speaking guide, and bottled water. The tour runs 3.5 to 4 hours inside the park, with pickup at your Flores hotel or the airport as early as 6:45am. Tikal covers 57,600 hectares of forest and wetlands and holds architectural remains of the Maya civilization from 600 BC to 900 AD—it is the only natural and cultural UNESCO World Heritage site in Central America and ranks among the world's top 20 tourist destinations. You choose your departure time at booking.Is it for me?If you're landing in Flores that morning or staying on the island without a rental car, pickup at your hotel or airport settles the transport question—you don't arrange a separate ride or negotiate with a driver at the curb. The private guide means you move at your own pace and ask about what interests you, rather than following a group schedule.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 133View ›
Tikal Day Tour from San Ignacio: Ancient Ruins with Guide & Lunch
Tikal Day Tour from San Ignacio: Ancient Ruins with Guide & Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (17)7h–8hA full-day tour from San Ignacio to Tikal National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a local guide leading you through the ancient Mayan ruins and the vegetation that has overtaken them. Round-trip hotel pickup and park entry are included; the tour runs 7 to 8 hours. Your guide speaks English or Spanish, and lunch is provided.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're staying in San Ignacio and want to see Tikal without arranging transport and entry separately—the guide's knowledge of the site and the route through the overgrown paths makes the scale and history of the ruins clear in a way a solo visit often doesn't.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 383View ›
Yaxha Private Sunset Tour from Flores: Climb Temples & Wildlife
Yaxha Private Sunset Tour from Flores: Climb Temples & Wildlife★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (5)6h–7hYou’ll climb ancient temples at Yaxha, spot monkeys and toucans in real jungle, catch a wild sunset from Temple 216, and enjoy a proper Guatemalan lunch—all with a guide who knows every story.Free cancellationKids −24%fromUS$ 145View ›
Tikal: Private Day Trip from Flores with Lunch & Pickup
Tikal: Private Day Trip from Flores with Lunch & Pickup★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (7)5h–7hYou’ll walk beneath jungle trees in Tikal with a local guide who knows every bird call and story. Climb ancient temples, taste homemade lunch, and feel history under your feet. Expect honest moments—sweat, laughter, maybe sore legs—and leave with more questions than answers.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 195View ›
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