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Tailor-Made Itineraries
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Tailor-Made Itineraries
Explore Antigua Guatemala’s colonial streets and food markets.
Taste regional Guatemalan dishes in local comedores.
Hike the lava fields and volcanic trails of Pacaya Volcano.
Visit Chichicastenango Market on market day.
Observe Maya ceremonies at Santo Tomás Church and Pascual Abaj.
Cruise across Lake Atitlán to Maya lakeside villages.
Learn about Maximón traditions in Santiago Atitlán.
Visit textile cooperatives using natural dyes in San Juan La Laguna.
Discover the Maya ceremonial centre of Yaxhá at sunset.
Explore the pyramids and plazas of Tikal National Park.
Spot toucans, monkeys, and tropical wildlife in the Petén rainforest.
Stay in boutique hotels, lakeside retreats, and jungle lodges.
Interested in Maya history and archaeology.
Active travellers comfortable with moderate hiking and walking.
Food and culture enthusiasts wanting immersive local experiences.
Nature lovers interested in volcanoes, lakes, and rainforest wildlife.
Photographers seeking colourful markets and dramatic landscapes.
Travellers wanting a balance of culture, nature, and adventure.
Travellers with limited mobility due to uneven terrain and volcano hiking.
Uncomfortable with high-altitude walking and warm humid climates.
Seeking a luxury resort-only holiday with minimal activity.
Prefer slower-paced itineraries with fewer transfers.
Young children or travellers unprepared for long sightseeing days.
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David Smyth
Director, Forward Travel
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Stories from the road
Real journeys, real words — hear from explorers who've travelled the world with Forward Travel.
“David crafted a once-in-a-lifetime safari for us. Every detail, from the lodges to the guides, was flawless.”
Emma & James Wilson
Australia→Kenya
September 2024