Antigua Tour: Explore Colonial Heritage and Volcano Views

Antigua is a highly acclaimed tourist destination in Guatemala. Established in 1543, La Antigua Guatemala was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. This enchanting colonial city boasts nearly five centuries of history, offering a favorable climate and stunning views of the Fire and Acatenango volcanoes.

Duration: 15 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Antigua - Antigua, the capital of the Captaincy-General of Guatemala, is situated in Guatemala, approximately 225 km from Salvador City. This historic colonial city was established in the early 16th century. Positioned 1,500 meters above sea level in an earthquake-prone area, it was significantly damaged by an earthquake in 1773, yet its main…
What's Included
  • On-board WiFi
  • Local guide
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Parking fees
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
Location
Antigua
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Jennifer_r
Jan 29, 2026
Josue and the tour were so great! - Josue and Edwin were awesome! Enjoyed the day and learned so much about the area, and enjoyed the tasting and lunch. Great time with this trip along with the previous two tours earlier this week with Josue who has been incredible the whole time!
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Tim_o
Jan 19, 2026
Praise Julio - All the praise goes to Julio my driver. This is a hard bumpy 10+ hour round trip and he handled it like a champion. Traffic and potholes scooters etc. Antigua is amazing a must visit it is much busier and active than San salvador. Tons of shops and little restaurants. History all around with volcanos all around you. My guide there was Manuel and he was amazing took us to all the churches and sites in the city. The drive is the hardest part, the border is easy. If you survive the long hard drive it is totally worth the price or just stay in Antigua all together its amazing
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R_o
Nov 30, 2025
What a wonderful day... - What a wonderful day trip drive tour experience of historic narratives places of natural progression
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Rita_m
Nov 29, 2025
Amazing Antigua - Would highly recommend enjoying a full day small group historical tour with Gaby and El Salvador Positive Tours! It is for sure a very long day so be sure to plan accordingly in your schedule. We left before sunrise in the clean small SUV from San Salvador on the 5 hour journey across the border to Antigua, Guatemala with a few key stops to stretch and grab very good gas station coffee. Gaby was very friendly, smart and gracious. She has amazing energy and a wonderful sense of humor. Her driving was incredible along the windy roads. We had lots of fun which made the long trip seem shorter. The drive into the mountainous area of the three peaks in Guatemala with the active volcano was a bit surreal. We saw it spewing in puffs of smoke multiple times along the way. The UNESCO village of Antigua was even better than we imagined. Manuel was our local Guatemalan tour guide. His gentle style and an outstanding explanations without being over the top were much appreciated. He started us out with an overview on an awesome rooftop restaurant with some excellent coffee and hot chocolate. We enjoyed the Palacio National and some lovely churches before roaming the vividly colorful cobblestone streets where even fast food places blended seamlessly into the character. Our only recommendation would be our time was too short and we could easily stay there a few nights! All in all, Gaby and Manuel provided outstanding service and curated an incredibly memorable travel experience.
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J6757qg_
Oct 12, 2025
Amazing day trip from San Salvador to Antigua! - Our experience with Alejandro was fantastic from start to finish. He reached out the day before to share all the details, which made everything smooth and easy. The drive to Antigua takes about five hours one way, but it never felt long. Alejandro told us so many interesting things about life, history, medicine, and education in El Salvador and Guatemala. His stories made the journey fly by! He’s also a great driver. Very calm, safe, and attentive. It was just me and my friend, so it felt like a private tour. In Antigua, we had a walking tour with Marco, the local guide, and it was the highlight of the trip! The city is stunning, and Marco’s stories brought it to life. We loved every moment and would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone visiting the region!
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Carina_s
Oct 12, 2025
Perfect Day Trip from San Salvador to Antigua! - Everything was perfect from start to finish! Alejandro contacted me the day before and provided all the details. During the 5-hour drive to Antigua, he shared fascinating stories about the history, medicine, education, and culture of El Salvador and Guatemala, making the long ride fly by. He’s also an excellent driver. Calm and professional. It was just my friend and me, so we enjoyed a very personal experience. In Antigua, our local guide Marco gave an amazing walking tour. Highly recommended!
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Melita_w
Oct 3, 2025
Fantastic tour! - Fantastic tour! The guide was knowledgeable, friendly and spoke perfect English. I recommend to all!
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Melitawilkins
Oct 1, 2025
Fantastic experience - Gabby was amazing! So lovely and knowledgeable. The tour was just as good - recommend to all. Car was very comfortable for the long drive.
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Leandro_a
Sep 29, 2025
Amazing Day Trip from San Salvador to Antigua with an Outstanding Guide" - I did a tour from San Salvador to Antigua, in Guatemala, and it was an excellent experience. Our guide, Gaby, was super attentive, punctual and always willing to help at all times, which made the tour very comfortable and pleasant. Antigua is a charming city, full of history, color and a unique atmosphere that is really worth knowing. Spending the day there was a very enriching experience and I definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to make the most of their visit to the region. Thanks to Gaby for making this ride such a special day. 🌟
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Petebr777
Sep 11, 2025
Antigua is a good excursion - Our guide was Josue Romero. He is very good. Antigua is a very interesting place. We are glad we went. José knew a good local restaurant. I recommend you go.
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).