Six kinds of tour from Antigua
People use "Antigua tour" for very different things. A one-hour walk through a coffee farm and a night at almost 4,000 m have little in common except the pickup point. Before you compare prices, decide which type you want. The table sums them up, and the sections after it give the details.
Operators publish their own prices, and these change from season to season. The figures below are the ones published for 2026 at the time of writing, in the currency the operator uses. Volcano tours also depend on volcanic activity, so a listed date is not a promise that the trail is open.
Antigua Guatemala tour types compared
What each type gives you and what to check.
| Type | Time | Published price in 2026 | What to check |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acatenango overnight trek | 2 days, 1 night | From Q399 or $49 for a shared package, plus Q100 entry for foreigners | Volcano status, cold, licensed guide |
| Pacaya hike | 5 to 7 hours from Antigua | Q100 entry for foreign adults, day guide Q300 per group of up to 10 | Opening hours, road conditions |
| Hobbitenango | Part of a day | $8 adult, $6 child aged 4 to 10, shuttle $8 | Shuttle times, weather |
| Coffee tour at La Azotea | 1 hour | Q100 adult, Q70 child, plus Q20 or Q10 entry | Start times |
| Chichicastenango market | Full day | – | Market days are Thursday and Sunday |
| Fuego trekking | – | – | Offered commercially, never a guaranteed or cleared route |
If you have one day, take Pacaya or Hobbitenango. If you want to look across at Fuego from a distance, an Acatenango overnight trip is the usual way, when the trail is open. The things to do page puts these next to the sights of the town.
Our picks: tours compared
A volcano overnight, an ATV coffee ride and a market day trip.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in US dollars (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Chichicastenango market day trip, transport only
Round-trip transport from your accommodation in Antigua to Chichicastenango. There is no guide, and food and tips are not included.
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Two-day Acatenango hike with dome stay
Hotel transfer, a guide, dome lodging, sleeping bag and mat, plus meals and hot chocolate. Park entry, water and the extra Fuego tour are not included.
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Antigua ATV coffee tour
Three hours with coffee and/or tea, and all fees and taxes included. Lunch and alcohol are not included.
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Volcano hikes, coffee tours and day trips from Antigua, with live prices and availability.
The tour types in detail
Prices and times are published ones for 2026 and can change.
Acatenango with a night on the mountain
The summit is 3,976 m (13,045 ft). The usual format is 2 days and 1 night. The drive from Antigua to La Soledad takes 1 to 1.5 hours. One operator lists a shared camping package from Q399 or $49 per person, with transport, meals, a guide and camping gear, but without the entry fee. Foreign visitors pay Q100 community entry. On very cold nights it can reach 0 °C (32 °F) or lower.
Acatenango guide →Pacaya as a half-day hike
Most trips take 5 to 7 hours from Antigua, with a drive of 1.5 to 2 hours and a climb of about 1.5 to 2 hours. You walk over old lava fields. A local guide service publishes Q100 for foreign adults, Q30 for Guatemalans and free entry for children under 7, plus Q300 for a day guide per group of up to 10 people.
Pacaya guide →Hobbitenango
A mountain park about 25 minutes from Antigua, open daily from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. The day pass is $8 for adults and $6 for children aged 4 to 10. The shuttle from Antigua is $8 per person. Plan to arrive at the office on 3a Avenida Norte 20A 30 minutes before your shuttle.
Hobbitenango guide →Coffee tour
La Azotea offers a one-hour tour for Q100 per adult and Q70 per child, starting at 10:00 am, 11:00 am, 2:00 pm, 3:00 pm and 4:00 pm. Basic entry of Q20 for adults and Q10 for children is charged on top. The farm is open daily from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Chichicastenango market
The main market days are Thursday and Sunday. The road from Antigua takes 2.5 to 3.5 hours each way, depending on traffic, so plan a full day. Be respectful at the church steps, and ask before you photograph people.
Chichicastenango guide →Fuego
Some operators advertise trekking on Fuego. An advertisement is not a clearance by the authorities. On 1 October 2026 CONRED warned against staying on the Fuego meseta because of ballistic material. Read the Fuego page before you consider any such offer.
Volcán de Fuego →What to check before you book
The descriptions differ more than the prices do.
What the price includes
The Acatenango package above leaves out the entry fee, and other operators may bundle it. Ask whether park or community entry, meals, gear and transport are in the price, and what a guide costs if it is separate.
Entry fee splits
The municipality of Acatenango publishes Q100 for foreign visitors. Some operators describe that amount as Q50 for Acatenango and Q50 for Alotenango. Ask your operator which fees are included, so you do not pay twice.
A licensed guide
Germany's Foreign Office advises volcano trips only with police or licensed guides. Choose an operator that names its guides and its safety plan.
The volcano status
On 4 August 2026 police guarded the entrance to Acatenango to stop ascents during an eruptive phase. Ask what happens to your booking if a trail closes, and whether you can change the date.
Cold and altitude
Pack warm layers and wind protection for Acatenango, where nights can be near 0 °C. At Hobbitenango the operator warns of sudden rain, cold and altitude symptoms.
Pickup and timing
Check where and when you are collected, and whether a hotel pickup is included. Allow extra time for traffic, because journey times on this page are rough guides.
Antigua Guatemala tours: frequently asked questions
What are the best tours from Antigua Guatemala?
The best known are the Acatenango overnight trek, the Pacaya hike, Hobbitenango and a coffee tour. Chichicastenango is the usual long day trip. Pick by how much time you have: a few hours for coffee, a day for Pacaya or Hobbitenango, a night for Acatenango.
How much does an Acatenango tour cost?
One operator lists a shared camping package from Q399 or $49 per person, with transport, meals, a guide and gear but not the entry fee. Foreign visitors pay Q100 entry to the municipality. Prices vary by operator and group size.
Do I need a guide for the volcanoes?
Germany's Foreign Office recommends volcano trips only with police or licensed guides. A local guide service lists a day guide on Pacaya at Q300 per group of up to 10.
Can I hike Fuego?
Do not assume so. Fuego is very active, and CONRED warned against staying on its meseta on 1 October 2026. Operators advertise trekking there, but that is not an official clearance.
Can I book a day trip to Chichicastenango from Antigua?
Yes, as a full day trip. The market days are Thursday and Sunday, and the road takes 2.5 to 3.5 hours each way.