Guatemala!
Awaken Your Senses and Celebrate Women!
A vibrant, colorful escape for women craving culture, connection, good food, and fun while supporting local women-owned businesses
February 6-14, 2027
8 NIGHTS/9 DAYS
Early Bird Price: $2,988 USD per person (ends July 3rd!)
Regular Price: $3,188 USD per person
Why Guatemala?
It’s simple. The beauty.
The beauty of the people, textiles, food, mountains, volcanos, lakes, cobblestone streets. The heart of the country. I was there October 2024 and I cannot wait to take you back with me!
Imagine This…
You’re sipping fresh, rich Guatemalan coffee as the morning unfolds around you. Bright colors, warm air, street sounds, laughter, and the kind of energy that makes you feel instantly alive. That’s Guatemala.
You’re surrounded by women who feel like instant friends. The kind of women who lift you up, laugh with you, and make you feel safe to be your whole self. That’s who my trips attract.
You feel free. You feel relaxed. You’re swapping stories, snapping photos, trying new foods, and getting lost (in the fun way).
This isn’t just a vacation sugar plum. It’s a week designed to reconnect you with the beauty of the world and reconnect you to yourself, the version that finally said yes!
Itinerary
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Today you’ll land in Guatemala City Airport (GUA) and get picked up to make your way to the hotel 10 minutes away.
Depending on when you arrive, you can grab lunch at the hotel restaurant, use the pool, or take a nap!
At 2pm, our whole group will start off on a tour of the different neighborhoods of Guatemala City.
We will be led by a Guatemalan woman who will show us the sites and sounds of the city both by foot as well as through the window of our van. Expect the tour to show you history, architecture, and markets, all while hearing stories and trying local snacks and fruit!
Afterwards, we’ll share a delicious Guatemalan welcome dinner where we will set our intention for the week, get to know each other, and get ready for the magic ahead.
Meals included: Dinner
Accommodation: Barcelo Hotel, Guatemala City (single occupancy)
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Today, sleep in, enjoy breakfast, and then we will drive from Guatemala City to the stunning Lake Atitlan (approx. 3.5 hours).
The late afternoon/evening we will explore the small village of Santa Catarina, known to still retain it’s authentic nature with murals painted on the side of the blue houses! Well visit a small museum and church, and a delicious local coffee shop.
Upon return to the hotel you can relax in the thermal bath and pool or continue exploring the local villages.
Meals included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Villa Santa Catarina, Lake Atitlan (double occupancy)
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Today you’ll meet Anita, one of the most inspiring women you’ll encounter in Guatemala. She’ll share her powerful story of building a cooking school and women’s weaving cooperative that now supports single mothers in her community.
Together, we’ll wander through the bustling local market, tasting, sampling, and gathering ingredients before heading back to her home for an interactive cooking class filled with laughter, learning, and incredible flavors. After enjoying the feast you helped create, you’re invited to visit her weaving cooperative to see firsthand how her initiative uplifts women and preserves tradition.
After saying goodbye to Anita in San Pedro, we’ll hop on a lancha (boat) to the vibrant village of San Juan, known for its creativity, color, and deep-rooted women’s entrepreneurship.
We will take a short climb up to the Mirador, a lookout point over the whole lake. Stunning! Then we will visit an array of incredible women-owned businesses— from traditional weaving collectives to chocolate makers, leather goods artisans, and honey bee keepers. You’ll see how each woman blends heritage, craft, and innovation into something magical. If you’re looking for fun art or leather bags, this is the spot for you.
Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel Villa Santa Catarina, Lake Atitlan (double occupancy)
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Today, sleep in, eat breakfast, and plan out your free day.
Some local favorite things to do:
Lake Atitlan Nature Preserve (trails, ziplining, butterfly preserves)
Visit the village of San Marcos Village for yoga classes or a massage
Visit the village of Santa Cruz for a beading class or weaving workshop
Visit the village of Panajachel for shopping
Stay local and use the pool, thermal baths, kayak, or paddleboard
Of course, I’ll help you organize any of these excursions!
Meals included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Villa Santa Catarina, Lake Atitlan (double occupancy)
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This morning we’ll say a sweet goodbye to Lake Atitlán and head out in a private van to Iximché, an ancient Mayan archaeological site rich with history, stories, and spirit. A local guide will walk us through the ruins, sharing the significance of this sacred place and the people who once lived there.
Afterward, we’ll meet with a Mayan woman healer who will lead us through a beautiful Mayan fire spiritual ceremony—a grounding, heart-opening experience you’ll remember long after the trip. Trust me. Everyone was in tears last time. Good tears.
From there, we’ll continue on to the breathtaking Antigua, a world UNESCO heritage site. We will settle into our hotel for the night.
Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Ojala Hotel (single occupancy)
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We’ll kick off the morning with a locally guided walking tour led by an incredible Guatemalan woman who’ll bring Antigua’s history, architecture, and hidden gems to life. Along the way, you’ll nibble on delicious local Guatemalan candies, get the inside scoop on the best shops, markets, and spots to explore later.
The afternoon is all yours — wander the vibrant streets, treat yourself to a spa service, or dive into a little shopping adventure.
Meals included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Ojala Hotel (single occupancy)
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Today is for the adventurers. Whether you choose an ATV or dune buggy, you’ll experience a unique and dynamic adventure as we explore cobblestone streets, country roads, and small communities around Antigua with rich stories to tell.
The route includes visits to a farm and artisan workshops where you'll learn about the processes involved in making chocolate, jade, and macadamia nuts, and enjoy tastings of local delicacies like wine, fresh nuts, and artisanal chocolate.
This is an active, fun and adventurous way to connect with the culture, tradition and unique landscapes in an authentic way. After the tour we will enjoy lunch together!
In the evening, we’ll come together again for a lively salsa dancing class — no partner or rhythm required, just laughter and a willingness to move.
Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Ojala Hotel (single occupancy)
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This morning we’ll head out to a local coffee cooperative that empowers Guatemalan families to grow, roast, and sell their beans with pride and purpose. A woman coffee grower will guide us through her farm, sharing stories, traditions, and of course, plenty of fresh, rich tastings.
After a homestyle, freshly prepared lunch on the farm, we’ll head back to Antigua for an open afternoon to choose your own adventure: attend a jade jewelry making workshop, wander the artisan markets, indulge in a spa service, or find a cozy café with a good book.
In the evening we will gather for our final dinner and closing workshop — a heartfelt moment to reflect, celebrate, and honor the sisterhood that’s formed.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Diner
Accommodation: Ojala Hotel (single occupancy)
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We’ll share one final breakfast together at the hotel before hugs, goodbyes, and “see you on the next adventure.”
Whenever it’s your time to head to the airport, you can take a shared shuttle or arrange a private transfer alone or with another woman on the trip. I'll help you reserve your option once flights are purchased.
It’s a gentle, easy morning to reflect on the memories, friendships, and magic you’re bringing back with you.
Meals included: Breakfast
Some notes about itineraries:
During free time, I will be walking you through the options and giving you as much guidance as you need. Think of it as choose your own adventure: Do you want to be alone and wander? Do you want to join another woman and adventure out? Do you need time to relax at a local cafe or at the hotel? All options are welcome.
Please note that due to the nature of travel, sometimes itineraries have to be shifted due to unforeseen circumstances such as things being closed at the last minute. That’s okay, we roll with it and find an alternative that will make us happy!
What’s Included?
I’ll be with you every step of the way!
Before Trip:
✔ Virtual meetup of all the women
✔ Packing lists, guides, activity maps
✔ Spanish language lesson :)
✔ WhatsApp group chat to ask any questions
During the Trip:
✔ Airport pickup in Guatemala City
✔ Private transport within country
✔ Private room for 5 nights, and shared room for 3 nights
✔14 meals: 8 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners 🍽️
✔ Driving and walking tour of Guatemala City visiting various neighborhoods, markets, and architecture
✔ Coffee farm tour + tastings ☕
✔ Market visit and cooking class with local Mayan woman
✔ Walking tour of Antigua with stops at historical sites, markets, and street sweets
✔ Mayan spiritual fire ceremony led by local woman elder 🔥
✔ ATV ride to visit villages near Antigua with tastings of chocolate, macadamia nuts, and wine
✔ Visit to ancient Mayan ruins (last Mayan civilization before Spanish colonization)
✔ Private salsa class…no partner needed!💃
✔ Time with women weavers, medicine women, and honey bee keepers
✔ A tuk tuk ride and visit to The Mirador, a lookout point overlooking the gorgeous Lake Atitlan
✔ Free time for pool, thermal hot baths, views, journaling, shopping, massages, or exploring nature
✔ All tips for drivers and guides! No need to bring extra cash.
✔ Intention-setting workshop on day 1 to guide your journey 💝
✔ Integration workshop on the last night to bring your new found sense of adventure back home into your life. Remember, this is more than a trip you forget about. It’s an experience where you reconnect to yourself and your joy!
What’s Not Included?
✘ Roundtrip flight to/from Guatemala City (GUA)
✘ Travel insurance (required)
✘ Meals not listed in itinerary + any alcohol
✘ Return transportation to airport (low-cost options will be provided)
✘ Optional activities during free time
New Here?
Meet your trip host, Alyssa
As a certified travel coach for women, I am always asked, “What if I’m lonely or bored or scared on my solo trip?” Or, “I don’t know how to solo travel!”
Women saw me traveling solo and wanted to know how I did it. They wanted to stop waiting for their friend circles or partner to say yes, their kids to get older, or the right time—and instead feel free to take off by themselves but had so many doubts and fears about going alone.
That’s where the birth of my group trips started.Solo, but not alone!
My favorite thing about leading group trips is seeing women’s faces light up as they gain confidence and feel connected to the places and people they meet.
All without lifting a finger. I do it all and you get to show up and enjoy the ride.
*This is my 3rd time going to Guatemala and I love it each and every time!
This Trip Is For You If…
✔ You are kind, thoughtful, self-aware, and drama free.
✔ You are eager to learn about a different culture, the locals, and want to take care of the land. We’re guests, not consumers.
✔ You understand that things don’t operate in Guatemala as they do back home, so you’re okay going with the flow if need be.
✔ You celebrate differences such as backgrounds, beliefs, personalities, or ages.
✔ You want to support other women and are open to other women supporting you if you need it!
✔ You are ready to say yes to the moment. You go to Guatemala for more than just a trip. You go for your heart to burst open and feel a deep sense of connection to others. Be prepared to be transformed.
✔You like to laugh and have fun. Life is too short to be serious all the time!
Hear From Past Travelers:
“This trip gave me all the college dorm vibes again—late-night laughs, both deep and silly conversations, amazing food, and nonstop adventures. Because we didn’t all know each other well, it created space for openness, surprise, and genuine connection. Solo Girl Wanders did an amazing job curating such a memorable experience for us.” —Melinda, Morocco Group Trip 2025
“Having Alyssa plan the trip cut out hours of research and decision making and it was nice to be a follower and not a leader. It was nice to give up that responsibility!”—Katie, Europe Group Trip 2024
Our girls’ trip with Solo Girl Wanders was action-packed, full of cultural experiences, and incredibly educational. Traveling with Alyssa made every moment—from the colorful souks of Marrakech to our desert adventures—even more special, blending fun and connection with a deeper understanding of Moroccan traditions. It was the perfect adventure for women who want meaningful travel.” —Sharon, Morocco Group Trip 2025
“Alyssa was an amazing host and guide; it was like traveling with a really cool friend that showed you all the great places! I had such an amazing time on this trip! Thanks again for leading our group and being our reina [queen].” —Kathy, Guatemala Group Trip 2026
“Having traveled extensively throughout my life, letting go of the plan was not easy. Alyssa really had it all locked down. I have and would recommend Solo Girl Wanders as a great way to travel for those who need help planning or just don't want to go alone & can rest assured they are in excellent hands.” —Miles, Guatemala Group Trip 2026
Frequently
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Questions
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Guatemala City (GUA)
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Yes! I recommend “cancel for any reason” insurance, but at a minimum you must purchase medical coverage and post-departure coverage.
Buy insurance within 10-14 days of your first trip payment for maximum coverage options since some insurance won’t cover pre-existing conditions if you wait.
I recommend, and am proud to partner with Wanderwell, a Certified B Corporation travel insurance provider that makes it as simple as possible. They don’t overwhelm you with options, offering just a few modern, benefit-packed trip protection plans that can cover the most common travel perils related to trip cancellation, trip interruption, trip delay, travel Medical Expenses, baggage & personal effects, Emergency Medical Evacuation, and more.
At least one percent of their revenue from this purchase will be donated to the Planet Impact Fund through 1% for the Planet network.
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Any ages!
Most of the women who travel with me are between 30 and 55 years old but if you have an open heart and adventurous spirit, age is just a number!
*Note, you must be at least 18 years of age.
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Everyone will get a packing list so don’t worry! We will also have a pre-trip call and WhatsApp group chat to help you along the way.
If you want to book a private 1:1 call with Alyssa, reach out to her at hello@sologirlwanders.com for pricing.
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Because of the small, intimate nature of this trip, I will not be able to offer any refunds. I have to pay the vendors in Guatemala and many of them have no refund policies as well. Please purchase trip insurance with “cancel for any reason” if you’re not sure! DM me if you need help with this.
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Most days you will have a few hours to yourself. Feel free to grab another woman on the trip to do something, or practice your confidence and go solo! I will give you a map with all of the options.
For example, at Lake Atitlan you can hang out at the pool or hot thermal tub of our hotel, enjoy the view, read, or journal. You could go to the nature preserve and zipline. You could rent a paddleboard or kayaks, or explore other villages around the lake.
In Antigua, you can take a jade jewelry making class, attend a pottery workshop, work with a woman weaver to make something special, go shopping, or wander the cafes in the search for the best cup of coffee.
I got you!
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5 nights = single room
3 nights = shared double rooms.
When we are at the lake, in order to keep costs down and still stay at a nice hotel, you and another woman on the trip will share a room and bathroom. Each room will have 2 beds with plenty of space.
To make this situation super comfortable, we will have 1 pre-trip call to meet all the women on the trip plus you will fill out a form about sleeping preferences (sound machine vs silence, stay up late vs get to bed early, etc). This is intended to match you with a person that will be the best fit for your sleep habits.
If you are interested in booking your own room for those 3 nights, please let me know and I can get you updated availability and pricing.
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Yes! You have an option to make a deposit and then payments along the way. You will see all the details on the payment option page.
What Makes This Trip Special?
Alyssa as your guide…you’re held with compassion, clarity, and safety so you can turn off your brain!
9 women only…connection without overwhelm.
Time spent in adventure + calm…sacred ceremony, markets, artisans, coffee farms, with slow peaceful time mixed in.
Designed for solo women by a solo woman…supporting local women is the name of the game wherever possible.
Adventures that mix fun + depth…salsa dancing AND spiritual ceremony? Yes please.
