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3 days · Antigua itinerary

Antigua in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Three days in Antigua cover the city, a volcano and the lake. Here is how to spend three perfect days in colonial Guatemala — with the best-rated tours to book for each.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: city & coffee
  2. 2Day 2: Acatenango
  3. 3Day 3: Lake Atitlán
  4. 4City, volcano & lake

Day 1: city & coffee

Colonial tour and a coffee farm.

Day 2: Acatenango

Trek and overnight watching Fuego.

Day 3: Lake Atitlán

Day trip to the volcano-ringed lake.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Antigua — prices per person.

Antigua Private Cultural Walking Tour
Antigua
Antigua Private Cultural Walking Tour
5.0(67)·2–3 hours
from$35/ person
via Viator
Acatenango Volcano Overnight Hike
Antigua
Acatenango Volcano Overnight Hike
4.9(11)·2 days
from$250/ person
via Viator
PRIVATE SHUTTLE AIRPORT/ANTIGUA - LAKE ATITLAN or VICEVERSA
Guatemala City
PRIVATE SHUTTLE AIRPORT/ANTIGUA - LAKE ATITLAN or VICEVERSA
4.9(357)·2h 10min–3h
from$42/ person
via Viator
Coffee Tour Adventure Antigua Guatemala
Antigua
Coffee Tour Adventure Antigua Guatemala
5.0(158)·2–3 hours
from$45/ person
via Viator
Antigua Walking Tour Morning and Afternoon
Antigua
Antigua Walking Tour Morning and Afternoon
5.0(39)·3h 30min
from$27/ person
via Viator
Acatenango Volcano Overnight Hike with Comfort Glamping
Antigua
Acatenango Volcano Overnight Hike with Comfort Glamping
4.9(55)·2 days
from$379/ person
via Viator
Lake Atitlan Day Tour From Antigua
Antigua
Lake Atitlan Day Tour From Antigua
4.9(237)·10 hours
from$145/ person
via Viator
Antigua Coffee Tour by Local Producers
Antigua
Antigua Coffee Tour by Local Producers
5.0(118)·4 hours
from$45/ person
via Viator

Antigua in 3 days — FAQ

Is 3 days enough for Antigua Guatemala?
Three days is ideal — the city and coffee on day one, the Acatenango trek on day two, and a Lake Atitlán day trip on day three, covering Antigua’s culture, volcanoes and scenery.
What is the best experience in Antigua for 3 days?
The colonial city is the most charming, Acatenango the most spectacular, and Lake Atitlán the most beautiful; all reward your time.
How do I plan a 3-day Antigua itinerary?
Spend day one on the city and coffee, day two on the Acatenango trek, and day three on Lake Atitlán, booking the volcano treks well ahead.

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