Guatemala · Archaeology

Enjoy The Sunset On Top Of A Mayan Pyramid In Yaxha - Private Tour From Flores

7 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Flores. Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the lesser-known Mayan city of Yaxhá on a private tour from Flores
02 Walk among jungle-covered ruins, palaces, squares, and stelae
03 Learn about Maya history, alliances, agriculture, and astronomical knowledge
04 Climb Temple 216, also known as the Temple of the Red Hands
05 Watch the sunset from the top of a Mayan pyramid
06 Enjoy a quieter archaeological experience with fewer tourists than Tikal
07 Private transportation, entrance fee, and bottled water included

Discover Yaxhá, one of Guatemala’s lesser-known Mayan sites, on a private afternoon tour from Flores. Surrounded by jungle and lagoons, this archaeological city offers a quieter alternative to nearby Tikal, with plazas, palaces, stelae, and fascinating history brought to life by your certified guide.

As the day unfolds, walk through the forested site and learn about the ancient Maya, their alliances, agriculture, and astronomical knowledge. The experience culminates with a climb to Temple 216, also known as the Temple of the Red Hands, where you can pause to watch the sunset from the top of a pyramid and take in the atmosphere of this remarkable place.

With private transportation, entrance fees, and bottled water included, this tour is a comfortable and memorable way to combine archaeology, culture, nature, and a beautiful sunset in Yaxhá.

As soon as we arrive in the city of Yaxhá, it won't take long for you to start seeing the first structures, palaces, squares, and stelae.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Flores, Tikal National Park

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Flores

We will start this tour at 12:00 pm when we pick you up in the lobby of the hotel where you are staying. Keep in mind that we follow all the biosecurity regulations for your peace of mind. Getting to the Mayan city of Yaxhá will take us 1 hour and a half but you will enjoy the road as there are many green landscapes.

Yaxha National Park

As soon as we arrive in the city of Yaxhá, it won't take long for you to start seeing the first structures, palaces, squares, and stelae. This city was contemporary with the nearby city of Tikal. Our expert tour guide will tell you all the history of their astrological knowledge, their alliances with other cities, their advances in agriculture, and more.

This city is not very known and you will see fewer tourists compared to Tikal. We will walk in the middle of the jungle and when the sun is about to fall, we will climb to the top of the structure called "Temple 216" or also known as "Temple of the Red Hands", our main attraction of the tour. Take the time to appreciate the beauty of that moment, relax, and take photos.

Flores

After we visit this charming city, we will start our way back to your hotel. We will bring some snacks for you. Take advantage of this time to relax. We will be arriving at your hotel after 1 hour and a half. Thanks for traveling with us!

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Pickup service provided in Flores. 2 cities · 7 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Private transportation
Certified Tour Guide
Entrance Fee To Yaxha Archeological Site
Bottled water

What's Not Included

Gratuities

Know before you go

PASSPORT REQUIRED
Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats unavailable
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Not stroller accessible
Not wheelchair accessible
Bring passport
Comfortable shoes
Sun protection
Repellent
We pick up all travelers at the lobby of their hotel on the Island of Flores or Santa Elena in the Peten Department.