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Antigua in 2 Days: The Ideal Itinerary

Two days in Antigua add the great volcano trek. This 2-day itinerary covers the city, coffee and the Acatenango overnight — with the top-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: city & coffee
  2. 2Day 2: Acatenango
  3. 3Overnight volcano trek
  4. 4Watch Fuego erupt

Day 1: city & coffee

Colonial tour and a coffee farm.

Day 2: Acatenango

Trek up for the overnight at camp.

Night: Fuego

Watch the volcano erupt under the stars.

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(62)·3 hours
from$35/ person
via Viator
Acatenango Volcano Overnight Hike with Comfort Glamping
Antigua
Acatenango Volcano Overnight Hike with Comfort Glamping
4.9(39)·48 hours
from$379/ person
via Viator
Coffee Tour Adventure Antigua Guatemala
Antigua
Coffee Tour Adventure Antigua Guatemala
5.0(147)·3 hours
from$45/ person
via Viator
Guatemala City & Antigua Guatemala Private Tour
Guatemala City
Guatemala City & Antigua Guatemala Private Tour
4.9(35)·8 hours
from$136/ person
via Viator
Acatenango Overnight Hike Multiday Tour
Antigua
Acatenango Overnight Hike Multiday Tour
4.8(271)·48 hours
from$129/ person
via Viator
Experience: Organic Coffee, Avocados, Honey & More!
Antigua
Experience: Organic Coffee, Avocados, Honey & More!
5.0(112)·3 hours
from$69/ person
via Viator
Guided Walking Tour Legends of Antigua Guatemala
Antigua
Guided Walking Tour Legends of Antigua Guatemala
4.9(49)·2 hours
from$25/ person
via Viator
Two day hiking tour to the Acatenango Volcano
Antigua
Two day hiking tour to the Acatenango Volcano
4.8(163)·48 hours
from$120/ person
via Viator

Antigua in 2 days — FAQ

Is 2 days enough for Antigua Guatemala?
Two days covers the colonial city and a coffee tour on day one, and the spectacular Acatenango overnight volcano trek on day two — a great mix of culture and adventure.
What should I not miss in 2 days in Antigua?
A colonial walking tour, a coffee or chocolate experience, and the Acatenango or Pacaya volcano.
Is the Acatenango trek worth it?
Yes — watching Fuego erupt lava from the Acatenango camp is one of the most spectacular experiences in Central America for fit hikers.

Explore more in Antigua

City & Colonial TourAcatenango TrekPacaya VolcanoCoffee & Chocolate