Overview
Explore archaeological sites of Maya civilizations on this full day guided tour. Lunch included!
Tikal is one of the largest archaeological sites and urban centers of the pre-Columbian Maya civilization. It is located in the archaeological region of the Petén Basin in what is now northern Guatemala. Begin with pick-up at the meeting point in Flores and transfer to the Tikal archaeological site.
During this tour you will have the opportunity to walk through the jungle and admire the many species of local flora and fauna. The park, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1979, spans 576km squared. The central part of the ancient city alone contains 3,000 buildings and covers about 16 square kilometers.
Tikal is also part of the one-million-hectare Maya Biosphere Reserve created in 1990 to protect the dense forests of the Petén. At the end of the tour a traditional lunch will be served.
Duration: 8 hours
ProviderGray Line Guatemala
Location
W47C+XV8 Aeropuerto Internacional Mundo Maya, Aeropuerto Mundo Maya, Flores, Guatemala
Meeting Point
- Pick up from Hotel Ramada Tikal or Mundo Maya Airport
Please Note - The map shows the general location of the experience. See booking confirmation email for specific location and arrival instructions.
Guests mention a significant number of negative experiences with the "Tikal Tour from Flores with Lunch," particularly citing issues with last-minute cancellations, poor communication, and unprofessional service from Gray Line Guatemala. Many reviewers express frustration over being left stranded or receiving inadequate explanations for cancellations, leading to a scramble for alternative plans. However, a few positive comments do highlight the quality of the tour guides and the beauty of the locations visited, suggesting that when the tour operates as intended, it can be a rewarding experience. Overall, customers advise caution when booking this tour due to the high likelihood of operational issues.