Private Luxury Tikal Archeological Tour & Authentic Local Lunch
At a glance
- Duration
- 9 hours
Discover the majestic ruins of Tikal at your own pace on a fully personalized, private day trip from San Ignacio. As the largest metropolis of the Maya Classic Period, Tikal (“Place of Voices”) once thrived with a population of 90,000. On this exclusive tour, you bypass the crowds of big tour buses and experience the jungle on your own terms. Tour Highlights: • Door-to-Door Convenience: Free pickup and drop-off from any hotel within 10km of San Ignacio Town. • 100% Private Guide: Enjoy a personalized itinerary tailored to your fitness level and interests. • Authentic Dining: Includes a relaxed, delicious sit-down lunch at the end of your trek. Itinerary Snapshot: An early departure ensures you make the most of this full-day adventure. After a quick 20-minute drive to the Western Border, you'll cross into Guatemala and enjoy a scenic 1.5-hour ride to Tikal. Spend the day hiking, exploring towering temples, and learning deep Maya history before wrapping up with a fantastic meal.
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 12.
Mayan Temple City, Wildlife, Museum, Gift shops, etc...
Drive through the small town of Benque Viejo enroute to the Western Border.
We drive by one the largest lakes in Guatemala enroute to the Tikal National Park.
We drive by lake Salpetén Macanche enroute to Tikal.
Departure Point: Hotels within 10 kilometers of San Ignacio Town limits Dates: Daily Return point: Hotel in San Ignacio
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Private Luxury Tikal Archeological Tour & Authentic Local Lunch lasts about 9 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
Prices start at $195 per person for this San Ignacio experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:00 AM.
Children aged 4–8 pay from $110, adults from $190. Infants go free.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Departure Point: Hotels within 10 kilometers of San Ignacio Town limits Dates: Daily Return point: Hotel in San Ignacio Pickup points include Home Hill Apartments/Vacation Rentals.
The experience is available in EN, ES.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Your own group can be up to 30 people on one booking; no other travellers join.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 19 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Cayo Inland Expeditions.
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Luxury Tikal Archeological Tour & Authentic Local Lunch | 9 hours | 4.9 (19) | $195 | |
 Tikal Day Trip with Local Lunch from San Ignacio | 9h 30min | 4.8 (336) | $165 | View |
 Tikal SUNSET, Archeological focus and Wildlife Spotting Tour (South and East) | 6 hours | 5.0 (198) | $91 | View |
 Tikal Maya Site with Local Guide & Lunch | 9 hours | 4.8 (8) | $145 | View |
 Day Trip to Tikal Maya Ruins Including Lunch | 9 hours | 4.8 (110) | $170 | View |
 Explore Tikal Maya Ruins from San Ignacio with sit down lunch | 9 hours | 4.9 (18) | $160 | View |
 Caracol Maya Ruins Tour Including Rio On Pools, Rio Frio Cave and a Picnic Lunch | 8 hours | 4.9 (289) | $135 | View |