About this experience
This is the best sightseeing adventure tour around Antigua! This unique tour is done on Motorcycles were you choose to be a driver or a back seat rider. Visit 5 Mountain attractions around Antigua and an amazing dirt trail through one of the mountains, which includes El Cerrro de San Cristobal El Alto, an organic farm that has the best view of the valley. Hobbitenango a unique ¨Hobbitt¨ theme lodge and restaurant located in one of the highest mountain in Antigua, ¨Earth Lodge¨ a relaxing EcoLodge Avocado farm that has unique and wonderful views of the valley, volcanoes, and nature, and finally Santa Maria de Jesus, a completely indigenous village located over a mile above sea level. There are plenty of stops to grab a drink, snacks and food, the tour covers about 50 km of riding all over the valley. The last stop of the tour is ¨El Cerro¨ de La Cruz the most popular landmark of antigua for a great aerial view of Antigua and the villages around the valley.
At a glance
- Duration: 5 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 5 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Use of motor bike
- Driver/guide
- Use of helmet
- Local taxes
- Fuel surcharge
Not included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- No pick up offered, tour starts at our office. 6a avenida norte 60b
Itinerary and highlights
This tour is done in motorcycles around the Panchoy Valley of Antigua Guatemala. You can choose the vehicle that you are comfortable with or you can also choose to ride with a guide. This tour will take you first to San Cristobal el Alto. Here you will visit "El Cerro de San Cristobal" a garden to table restaurant which has magnificent aerial views of the city, volcanoes, and entire Panchoy Valley. They also have a small orchid greenhouse, organic garden, avocado trees, food and drinks to freshen up (not included).
Next stop is the indigenous village of Santa Maria de Jesus. A completely mayan village over a mile above sea level at the top of the local Agua volcano. We walk through the local plaza and market with the locals.
We head back down to the mountain cross the city of Antigua and go to Hobbitenango a hobbit themed place YES! ¨Lord of the Rings theme¨ place in one of the highest mountains of Antigua. We can enjoy some fresh air, wonderful views, trail hikes, snacks and drinks during our time here.
The final stop is a little spot down the same mountain of El Hato, where you will take a 300 meter hike to visit Earth Lodge 50% stairs 50% trail, an avocado plantation with cabins, tree houses, food, drinks, games, amazing views, a nature trail and an incredibly relaxing environment. Once finished you will ride back down into Antigua.
Meeting and pickup information
- We are located on 6 Ave North #60b, we are one block north of the church "La Merced" and 2 blocks from the Santa Catalina Arch
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Simoon Rentals & Tours Panajachel
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Valid driver´s Licence
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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