Gay friendly Guatemala has a history of re-discovery and re-invention and as a result, modern-day Guatemala is a fascinating collage of cultures: full-blooded Maya people; the descendants of mixed unions between the Maya and the Spanish colonizers; the Afro-Antillean ancestry of the Garifuna people who settled in the Caribbean coast of Central America from the Caribbean islands about three centuries ago, all the way down to the European immigrants from Germany, England, Italy and beyond.

Sociologically, it’s a unique blend that gives the country a special imprint, a mix of urban sophistication, fine gastronomy, outstanding arts and crafts and textiles, and exotic indigenous customs. These and other cultural traits transcend the early Maya, the days of the conquistadors, the colonial era and the pre- and post-war immigration patterns of the 20th century.

Lending more shades to this cultural mosaic is the eco-diversity of this fascinating destination, with its eclectic mix of mountains, volcanoes, scenic coasts, rivers and lakes. In short, Guatemala offers gay travelers an exotic experience coupled with a geographical sense of a faraway place just a few hours from home—the ultimate vacation destination.

Zoom Vacations' exploration of Guatemala gives you the best of this incredible destination! Visit unbelievalbe ancient ruins, explore the romantic city of Antigua, taste some of the world's best cuisine, and more! And like always, this trip features enough free time to relax and do your own thing!

PACKAGE HIGHLIGHTS:

• Welcome dinner at Guatemala City's finest authentic restaurant. Cuisine so good, you'll search for its equivalent back home (but it's only in Guatemala!)

• 4 nights accommodations at Guatemala's finest 5 star properties (based on double occupancy)

• A hearty Buffet Breakfast daily

• Private expert guided tour of the ruins of Tikal

• Private, expert guided tour of Antigua

• Guided nightlife tour of Antigua

• VIP airport transfers

• All private transfers to Zoom Vacations excursions

• Guatemala gay guide, complete with information on nightlife, restaurants, shopping, and much more

• Optional Ceibal Ruins Excursion

• All this and more . . . Exclusively for Zoom Vacations travelers

• Plus, you may add extra nights at either end of this vacation, if you wish to extend your stay!

Zoom Guatemala
Sample Itinerary

Day 1
Transfer In
Hotel Quinta Real, 5 stars
Welcome Dinner at the best Guatemalan cuisine restaurant in Guatemala City .

Day 2
5:00 A.M. Transfer Out
Morning Flight fro m Guatemala City to Tikal
Optional Ruins of Ceibal Excursion
Hotel Camino Real-Tikal, 5 stars

Day 3
Ruins of Tikal Excursion
Evening Return Flight to Guatemala City
Transfer in to Antigua (only 35 minutes from the airport)
Nightlife Outing in Antigua
Hotel Casa Santo Domingo , 5 stars

Day 4
Antigua Sightseeing
Hotel Casa Santo Domingo , 5 stars

Day 5
Transfer fro m Antigua to Guatemala City
(Direct to Airport.)