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Private Antigua Colonial City & Jade Factory Full-Day Tour

Step inside the UNESCO World Heritage city of Antigua on a fully private tour — cobblestone streets, baroque cathedrals, and master jade artisans. This is Guatemala's crown jewel, experienced at your own pace with a dedicated local expert.

What to expect

Your private guide collects you dockside and whisks you through Guatemala's dramatic volcanic highlands to Antigua. Wander the Parque Central, peer into the hauntingly beautiful ruins of La Merced and the Capuchinas Convent, then watch master craftsmen at a jade factory — jade is sacred here, and this is the real thing. Lunch is taken at one of Antigua's finest restaurants, chosen to your taste. The return journey traces the same jaw-dropping volcanic panorama as the highlands glow at golden hour.

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Tours by Locals — Guatemala Private Guides
From USD 265 per group (private vehicle + guide)
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Good to know

Antigua is approximately 1.5–2 hours from the port. With a 12:00–19:00 port window, pre-book departure for 07:00–08:00 if your ship allows, or negotiate the latest all-aboard time with your guide. Private bookings can be arranged up to 24 hours in advance; earlier is better for peak season (Nov–Apr).

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Regent · Seven Seas Prestige
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