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Guatemala: Antigua, Acatenango and Lake Atitlán
Living culture, active volcanoes and lake villages in a short, very visual itinerary.
Rebeca Peña5 min read
Guatemala packs a lot into a small area: in five days you can go from a colonial city to an active volcano and the villages of Lake Atitlán without feeling rushed.
What to look for at each stop
- Antigua: the Santa Catalina Arch, cobbled streets and late-afternoon light.
- Acatenango: the view of Fuego Volcano; it's demanding and you need to come prepared.
- San Juan La Laguna and San Marcos: textiles, colour and lake life.
- Cerro de la Cruz: the panorama of Antigua with the volcanoes behind.
The full day-by-day itinerary, with what's included and booking notes, is on the destination page.