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Your Western Highlands Holiday

Make organising your next big adventure easy with a Western Highlands holiday package. Whether it's the history, cuisine or something else that lures you here, our packages will help you discover it all. A trip to Western Highlands wouldn't be complete without exploring some of its most renowned cities, starting with Panajachel. Some of the top attractions here include Multiple Use Area Lake Atitlan Basin and Cerro Tzankujil. Quetzaltenango is another favourite city with Western Highlands travellers. Visitors to this exciting city love La Democracia Market and Parque Zoológico Minerva. Whether you're travelling for a couple of days or a couple of weeks, Expedia are here to help you organise your next dream Western Highlands holiday.

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Western Highlands

Cultural experiences abound at towns steeped in Maya traditions, which lay nestled amid a breathtaking landscape of lakes, mountains and volcanoes.

Indigenous customs thrive in the towns and villages that dot the unblemished mountain countryside of Guatemala’s Western Highlands. Shop for souvenirs at market days, watch time-honored religious ceremonies, join hikes to volcano summits and rejuvenate the body at hot springs. The Western Highlands region stretches from Antigua to the Mexican border. Its natural beauty is made up of pine forests, placid lakes, lush green valleys and soaring mountains.

In Quetzaltenango (Xela), Guatemala’s second city, Maya customs blend harmoniously with colonial relics and a lively nightlife that buzzes with the energy of the large population of university students. Treks to Volcán Chicabal and Volcán Santa María present opportunities for outdoor adventure. Bathe in volcanically heated springs at Almolonga and Zunil. More Maya activities await in Olintepeque while San Francisco El Alto is popular for its markets.

Head into the Cuchumatanes mountain range, home to Central America’s tallest non-volcanic peaks. The lifestyle of the Mam people, who are Maya descendants, is visible in San Juan Atitan and Todos Santos Cuchumatan. Spot men wearing typical striped red shorts and women in purple huipiles (woven tunic).

Visit Chichicastenango, in the El Quiché department, for one of the country’s best craft markets. About an hour’s drive from here are the Maya ruins of K’umarkaaj. The villages of Nebaj, San Gaspar Chajul and San Juan Cotzal form the isolated Ixil Triangle. Ixil Maya heritage thrives here and native dialects are more common than Spanish.

Below El Quiché, volcanoes and the expansive Lake Atitlán dominate the Sololá Department. On the lake’s eastern shores, Sololá, Panajachel, Santa Catarina Palopo and San Antonio Palopo have thriving arts and crafts scenes. San Pedro la Laguna is a haven for backpackers and the jumping-off point for excursions to Volcán San Pedro. Browse Maya art in San Juan de la Laguna and join scuba-diving tours at Santa Clara la Laguna.

Guatemala City’s La Aurora International Airport is most visitors' entry point to Guatemala. The airport at Quetzaltenango also welcomes flights from major cities across the USA and Central America. Get around via the colourful intercity “chicken” buses for authentic travel adventures by road.

Western Highlands Essential Information

Language
Spanish
Currency
Guatemalan quetzals
Local Welcome
¡Hola!
Local Goodbye
Adiós
Closest Airport
Philip S. W. Goldson Intl. Airport (BZE)

Top hotels in Western Highlands

Porta Hotel del Lago

Porta Hotel del Lago

3.5 out of 5
2a Avenida 06-17 Zona 2 Panajachel Solola
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £119 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
£119
6 Mar - 7 Mar
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Great

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Porta Hotel del Lago
Hotel Atitlán

Hotel Atitlán

3.5 out of 5
Finca San Buenaventura Panajachel Solola
The price is £216 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
£216
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (731 reviews)
It’s beautiful! Service is restaurant is a lil slow and you have to watch for

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Hotel Atitlán
Hotel y Cafe La Casa del Mundo

Hotel y Cafe La Casa del Mundo

3 out of 5
El Jaibalito Santa Cruz La Laguna Solola
9.4/10 Exceptional! (275 reviews)
The hotel was beautifu, very clean, and the food was great. Staff were very attentive and helpful. Communication through WhatsApp was easy and convenient. I highly recommend

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

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Popular places to visit

Lake Atitlan showing boating, a lake or waterhole and a sunset

Lake Atitlán

Mountainous treks, artistic pursuits and scuba diving; the towns, villages and volcanoes that surround this picturesque lake in Guatemala's highlands offer adventure and culture.

Lake Atitlán
Panajachel Municipal Market featuring markets as well as a small group of people

Panajachel Municipal Market

Experience some of Guatemala’s indigenous traditions as you browse the stalls of this colorful market and shop for handcrafted souvenirs and fresh produce.

Panajachel Municipal Market
Church of Saint Francis which includes heritage elements and a church or cathedral

Church of Saint Francis

Admire the art and architecture of the old Catholic church in Panajachel that is dedicated to the town’s patron saint.

Church of Saint Francis

Frequently asked questions

Can I cancel my flight booking to Western Highlands due to COVID-19?
Many airlines now offer more flexibility due to COVID-19. Our convenient Customer Service Portal will help you solve most questions about which policies apply to your Western Highlands flight. It's also a good idea to check the terms and conditions of your airfare — preferably before you make a booking!
What's the best way to find cheap flights to Western Highlands that have flexible change policies?
When it comes to flying these days, flexibility is important. That's why we've added a "No change fee" filter to help you locate flexible, low-cost flights to Western Highlands. It's on the left of your screen under the "Flexible change policies" subheading.
What are some of the general tips for travellers to Western Highlands during the COVID-19 outbreak?
COVID-19 may have changed how we travel, but it hasn't shut down our zest for exploring. Here are a few tips on how to tackle the new challenges of travelling:
  • Before locking in your flight, find out if any travel restrictions apply — in both your destination and origin. Stay informed with the latest updates by checking government websites.
  • You must wear a face mask throughout your travel experience, even at screening checkpoints. Be ready to adjust your mask for identification purposes when asked by a TSA employee.
  • Instead of handing a TSA officer your boarding pass, place it directly on the scanner yourself. After that, hold it up for inspection.
  • You are now allowed to take one container of hand sanitizer up to 12 oz (350 ml) in your carry-on bag. This will need to be removed for screening.
  • Remove items from your pocket, such as your wallet, coins and keys, and put them in your carry-on rather than the bins. This will minimize handling during screening.
  • Separate any food you're carrying for screening. Placing it in a clear plastic bag and into a bin reduces the need for a TSA officer to handle and inspect your belongings.

Which airlines fly to Western Highlands?
Let Maya Island Air get you there. This widely known carrier provides 1733 flights per month to Philip S. W. Goldson Intl. Airport (BZE), a Western Highlands gateway.
How can I find cheap tickets to Western Highlands?
An excellent strategy for getting your hands on cheap fares is to be flexible with your travel dates. Begin with searching for your flight to Western Highlands, then click on the "flexible dates" link to see prices for nearby days. Want another tip? Book well in advance. To give you an idea of fares, was the lowest price for a flight to Western Highlands in the last seven days.
How much is a flight to Western Highlands?
There were a lot of affordable fares up for grabs in the last seven days, with the cost of a return airfare to Western Highlands ranging between and . Many lucky travellers nabbed one-way flights from () for only .
What are the most popular airports to fly into in Western Highlands?
Fly into Philip S. W. Goldson Intl. Airport (BZE) and sample all that Western Highlands has to offer. As the region's main entry point, roughly 2697 flights touch down here every month.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Western Highlands?
Consider leaving early in the week to get a bargain airfare to Western Highlands. Tuesday is commonly the most economical day to fly, with Monday running a close second. Saturday typically has the most expensive prices. This is because a lot of travellers like to start their holiday on a weekend.
How much is a plane ticket to Western Highlands?
Seats ranged anywhere from to in the last seven days. When you're ready to book, we're ready to help you land the best price to Western Highlands.
Which airlines with flights to Western Highlands employ COVID-19 cleanliness policies?
As travel borders start to open, many airlines are back in the skies with new measures including physical distancing and staggered boarding and disembarkation. Here's what these carriers are doing to help lessen the spread of COVID-19:
  • United Airlines - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.
  • American Airlines - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.
  • Copa Airlines - this airline is known for conducting passenger temperature checks and electrostatic cleaning.

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