 Zoom Gay Guatemala -
April 24-29, 2010 -
6 days from only $1999*.
Plus, enjoy our optional post tour to Costa Rica April 30 - May 5, 2010.
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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 unbelievable ancient ruins, explore the romantic city of Antigua, taste some of the world's best cuisine, and more! 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!)
• 5 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
• Guided gay nightlife tour of Guatemala City
• Guided tour of Mayan history plus the sensational modern day presidential palace in Guatemala City
• Traditional coffee plantation tour and shopping excursion
• Private, expert guided tour of Antigua
• Guided gay nightlife tour of Antigua
• Airport transfers
• All private transfers to Zoom Vacations excursions
• Services of a Zoom Vacations Concierge throughout the trip
• A Farewell cocktail event in the beautiful city of Antigua
• Guatemala gay guide, complete with information on nightlife, restaurants, shopping, and much more
• Optional Xaxha Ruins Excursion
• All this and more . . . Exclusively for Zoom Vacations travelers
• Optional post tour to Costa Rica April 30 - May 5, 2010. Click here for more information!
• Plus, you may add extra nights at either end of this vacation, if you wish to extend your stay!
Luxury Accommodations
This tour include stays at Guatemala's most luxurious 5 star accommodations in Antigua, Tikal, and Guatemala City.
Guatemala City: Quinta Real, 5 Stars
Tikal: Camino Real, 5 Stars
Antigua: Casa Santo Domingo, 5 Stars
Zoom Guatemala Itinerary
Saturday, April 24, 2010
• Transfer In
• Hotel Quinta Real, 5 stars
• Welcome Dinner at the best Guatemalan cuisine restaurant in Guatemala City.
• Gay Nightlife Tour
Sunday, April 25, 2010
• Tour Mayan history museum
• Visit the Presidential Palace
• Evening Flight from Guatemala City to Tikal
• Hotel Camino Real-Tikal, 5 stars
Monday, April 26, 2010
• 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
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
• Antigua Sightseeing
• Hotel Casa Santo Domingo , 5 stars
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
• Visit a traditional coffee plantation as well as a Guatemalan Market.
• Evening farewell cocktails and gay outting
Thursday, April 29, 2010
• Transfer from Antigua to Guatemala City
(Direct to Airport.)
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions, specific to our trip to Guatemala.
Do I need a visa to travel to Guatemala?
If you are a United States citizen and/or are traveling from the United States, you will not need a visa to travel to Guatemala.
Into which airport do I need to fly?
You need to fly into the Guatemala City International Airport (GUA).
What day should I depart my home country?
You must depart your home country for arrival into Guatemala on April 24. Our welcome dinner is that night at 7:00 PM.
Can Zoom book extra days for me at the beginning or end of this trip?
Absolutely! Simply let us know the amount of days you need at the beginning and/or end of the trip, and we will book the nights you need (additional room night charges will apply).
If I am traveling as a single, does Zoom offer a roommate pairing program?
Absolutely! Before the trip, we will get to know all of our travelers, and we will use what we know about you to make the best pairing possible.
May I travel as a single without a roommate?
Absolutely, you may travel as a single and pay a single supplement, which varies depending on your time of booking.
How do we get from Guatemala City to the Ruins of Tikal?
Your flight from Guatemala city to the Ruins of Tikal is included in your package price.
What is the fitness level required for this trip?
This trip is easily accessible to a variety of fitness levels. None of our included activities require a high degree of athletic skill. However, your optional activities will give you the opportunity to make your vacation as active and/or adventuresome as you choose.
Is it easy to do this trip back-to-back with the Costa Rica trip?
Our Costa Rica and Guatemala trips are perfect compliments to one another. You get the tropical, eco-tourism experience with Costa Rica, coupled with the historic, architectural, cultural, and culinary delights of Guatemala. Plus, San Jose, Costa Rica is a short two hour flight to Guatemala City.
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