2023 Alice Deal Guatemala Program
| Travel Dates: | April 15, 2023 - April 24, 2023 |
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| Program Tuition: |
$1,990 USD
Airfare not included in program tuition
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| Confirmed Airfare: | $948 |
Tuition Calculator
There are two options for payment, including an interest-free monthly installment plan. Follow whichever option works best for your family. If we are within 90 days of travel, only the pay in full option is possible.
Program Tuition: $1,990
Pay in Full
$1,990.00
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Payment Plan
Pay a $500 deposit at the time of enrollment and establish an interest-free monthly payment plan. If you enroll today, your estimated* monthly payments would be:
$41.39
per month
All prices in United States Dollars.
Guatemala Service Adventure
Viva Guatemala! Here is a country with so much to offer a curious traveler: dazzling culture, world-famous landscapes, compelling history and friendly and hospitable people. Whether you’re strolling the cobblestone streets of Antigua, watching the sun rise from the top of a temple in Tikal or working on a meaningful service project in a small community on the shores of Lake Atitlan, Guatemala’s allure is undeniable.
Program Highlights
Check out some of the featured experiences of your program!
Have the adventure of a lifetime with your friends
Enjoy a new perspective on a zip line and canopy tour
Swim and kayak through the bright blue waters of Lake Atitlán
Contribute to a local community by working on a service project
Learn about the history (and eat your fill!) of chocolate in Antigua
Improve your Spanish by living with a host family
The Itinerary
We do everything possible to abide by itineraries as originally planned, but decades of experience teaches that we must be flexible in our planning. Changes to a trip’s schedule are uncommon, but Walking Tree reserves the right to make adjustments to programming in the best interest of the group.
| Day | Location | Description | Lodging |
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| April 15 | USA - Antigua, Guatemala | Fly from the USA to Guatemala City, Guatemala. After arrival, we will transfer by bus to Antigua, about an hour away, where we will settle into the hotel, have dinner and rest. | Hotel Panchoy |
| April 16 | Antigua | After breakfast the group will hold an orientation meeting from a roof-top patio and discuss the upcoming trip in more detail. Following lunch, we're off to explore the cobblestone streets of one of the most charming cities in Latin America! We'll absorb the fascinating history with a local guide before visiting the ChocoMuseo where we learn about the importance of Cacao during the Mayan civilization and also make some of our own chocolate. | Hotel Panchoy |
| April 17 | Antigua - Host Community | After breakfast, we travel to a host community on the shores of the gorgeous Lake Atitlan. Upon arrival, we will meet our host families, enjoy a welcome ceremony, tour the community and learn more about the service project that will anchor our time here. This evening, our first dinner with families! | Host Families |
| April 18 | Host Community | Our days in San Juan will revolve around work on a community service project. Lunch will either be on-site or at home with families. In the afternoons and evenings, activities are flexible and will vary, but may include time with host families, excursions around the village, or activities with the local community. | Host Families |
| April 19 | Host Community | Today, we will continue working on our service project and spending time with host families. Evening activities will vary. | Host Families |
| April 20 | Host Community | Today we will finish our service project and celebrate with our new friends and family with a celebratory fiesta de despedida! | Host Families |
| April 21 | Host Community - Jaibalito | After breakfast and goodbyes, we will depart San Juan, cross the lake by boat, and relax at a cozy hotel on the shores of the lake. We will have the afternoon free to swim, kayak, relax and enjoy the spectacular views. | Hotel El Dragon |
| April 22 | Jaibalito - Antigua City | After breakfast we head out to kayak on the lake and explore its shores. In the afternoon, we will do an exciting zipline canopy tour! Later we will travel back to Antigua where we will spend our last night in Guatemala. Today we will complete our end-of the program activities. | Hotel Panchoy |
| April 23 | Antigua - Guatemala City | Today we will hike to Cerro de la Cruz to catch one last panoramic view of Antigua Guatemala. We will also have some time to explore plazas and artisan markets and get any last minute souvenirs. In the evening, we will drive to Guatemala City to have our final dinner before heading to the airport to catch our international flight home. | Airplane |
| April 24 | USA | Arrive home. | Your own bed! |
Accommodations
In order to provide a safe and memorable experience, we follow strict guidelines when choosing group accommodations. Walking Tree partners with hotels and guest houses which are centrally located, locally operated, clean and safe. We inspect each partner hotel to ensure they meet these standards.
Hotel Panchoy
Hotel Panchoy is located in the beautiful city of Antigua only 4 blocks away from the central park of Antigua Guatemala and only 5 blocks from Cerro de la Cruz . This hotel has common areas and a terrace for guests to enjoy. Wi- Fi is available throughout the property. Students will be split between gender in either double, triple or quadruple rooms.
Homestay
This will be the best part of your trip! Staying with a host family immerses you in the language and culture of the destination, and can lead to deep and lasting relationships with your hosts. Initially intimidating but ultimately unforgettable, there’s no better way to begin to truly understand the place you’re visiting.
El Dragon Hotel
This boutique hotel is located directly on the shores of the stunning Lake Atitlán in San Marcos La Laguna. The unique location, quaint rooms, and artistic garden spaces will make any guest feel like they are in paradise. Free Wi-Fi throughout the facilities keep everyone feeling connected. Students will be grouped according to gender in their rooms.
Safety and Support
EASY FUNDING & PAYMENT
24/7 GLOBAL EMERGENCY LINE
HIGHLY VETTED PARTNERS
EXPERT LEADERSHIP
PRIVATE GROUP GUARANTEE
COMPREHENSIVE CURRICULUM SUPPORT
DEDICATION TO CULTURAL ENGAGEMENT
ALL-INCLUSIVE PRICING
Great experience for our son. He would jump at the chance to do it again.
Daniel
Parent of Raymond, traveler on Peru Service Adventure
Your Adventure Includes
Estimated Airfare
In order to give our travelers the best possible price, we break out airfare from the Program Tuition. We will still handle all booking and ticketing via our flight partner who has access to special fares not available to the general public. Once confirmed, you will be invoiced for the flight roughly 75 days prior to travel.
Program Tuition Excludes: Travel insurance, baggage fees, passport/visa fees, laundry, souvenirs, and activities not listed on itinerary.
Resource Center
Why should high school students travel abroad? What happens if a participant gets sick? How quickly do we need to enroll? We’re sure you have plenty of questions and we’ve got you covered! Visit our Resource Center to discover the answers to your most pressing questions and contact us anytime with additional questions.