Semana Santa, nature, and Mayan spirit		2010 DEPARTURES 3/27-4/3 2011 DEPARTURES 4/16-4/23 Click on a date to reserve your space
Trip Length	8 days/7 nights
Group Size	6-10
Arrive/Depart	Antigua, Guatemala/Guatemala City, Guatemala
Price	From $3,095 to $3,395
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Territories Guatemala Inside Guatemala : Journey Highlights

This insider’s journey connects you with the spirit of the people, art of the culture, and nature of the place. Learn about Guatemala’s famous textiles and folk art from local artisans, many of whom are Mayan. The Mayan culture is alive and well here, and you’ll explore the ancient foundations of this influential civilization at the fabulous sites of Yaxha and Tikal.

The UNESCO World Heritage City of Antigua is another real highlight of the journey. It’s very special to be in Antigua for the Easter celebration of Semana Santa, when men and women carry enormous religious floats through narrow streets, over elaborate carpets of flowers, pine needles, and brightly dyed sawdust.

From the colorful markets and colonial ruins to the slopes of Pacaya volcano, “Inside Guatemala” offers a very personal view of a fascinating country.

• Antigua: Nestled in a mountain valley with three volcanoes on the horizon, idyllic Antigua features Spanish colonial architecture and manicured parks.
• Semana Santa: Antigua is famous for its celebration of Easter Holy Week, and the entire city participates in the dramatic and colorful event.
• Mayan ceremony: Within the Iximche ruin is an extremely important site where a local shaman will perform a ceremony in a Mayan language.
• Pacaya Volcano: Drive most of the way up the volcano then scramble the last mile or so to peer into the active crater and take in the unforgettable views of the valley and three other volcanoes.

“With its vibrant indigenous culture, spectacular natural beauty, historical city of Antigua, dramatic Mayan ruins, and warm people, Guatemala is definitely a life-list destination!” —Pam Bryan, Off the Beaten Path co-founder