Discover Guatemala Through the People Who Call It Home.
Small-group journeys designed around authentic hospitality, meaningful cultural experiences, and effortless travel.
Why Travelers Choose
We believe memorable travel isn't measured by how much you see, but by how deeply you experience a place.
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You're welcomed as a guest, not managed as a tourist. Our hosts stay with you throughout the journey, ensuring every detail feels personal, comfortable, and effortless.
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Every hotel, restaurant, activity, and local partner is chosen intentionally. We don't include stops because they're famous—we include them because they tell the story of Guatemala.
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Share meals with local families, learn from artisans, discover traditions, and connect with the people who make Guatemala unique.
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Transportation, hotels, reservations, timing, and logistics are seamlessly handled so you can focus on enjoying the journey.
JOURNEY DESIGNED TO BE LIVED
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Guatemala Signature journey
9 days · 8 nights · Small group · From $2,995 per guest
Experience Guatemala through its history, cuisine, landscapes, and people during a thoughtfully paced journey with an itinerary full experiences and interaction with locals.
Hosted throughout the journey
Boutique accommodations
Private transportation
Cultural and culinary experiences across Guatemala City, Antigua, and Lake Atitlán
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Guatemala Coffee JOurney
9 days · 8 nights · Small group · From $2,995 per guest
Explore Guatemala through four distinct coffee regions, meeting producers, tasting at origin, and discovering how landscape, process, and culture shape every cup.
Hosted throughout the journey
Visits to four coffee-growing regions
Farm, processing, cupping, and brewing experiences
Boutique accommodations and private transportation
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Charity and Culture
8 days · 7 nights · Group experience · From $1,950 per guest
Combine meaningful community service with cultural immersion through a purpose-driven journey centered on local partnership, learning, and connection.
Five days of partner-led community service
Cultural experience in Antigua
Accommodation, meals, and transportation included
Hosted and coordinated with trusted local partners
Travel Differently
We believe travel is about living the culture through its people and culture of the places you visit.
OTHER COMPANIES
Connect with the cultureVisit the highlights
Thoughtfully paced daysPacked schedules
Dedicated hostsTour guides
Small, personal groupsLarge groups
Carefully curated experiencesStandard Packages
Hospitality firstLogistics first
From Your First Question to Your Flight Home
We take care of every step so you can focus on the experience—not the planning.
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You explore our journeys.
Read about the experiences and choose the one that feels right.
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We get to know you.
Whether by email or a short call, we answer questions, learn about your travel style, and ensure the journey is the right fit.
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Secure your place.
Complete your booking, receive confirmation, and access everything you need before departure.
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We'll guide you before you travel.
You'll receive packing guidance, travel recommendations, arrival instructions, and personalized support leading up to your trip.
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Travel with confidence.
From airport pickup to your farewell, every detail is coordinated so you can fully enjoy Guatemala.
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The Journey Continues
We stay in touch, share future destinations, and welcome many guests back for another adventure.
Experience the Guatemala Few Travelers Truly Know
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Meet
Every journey creates opportunities to meet the people who preserve Guatemala's traditions.
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Discover
Walk ancient cities, explore volcanic landscapes, and discover places at a thoughtful pace.
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Create
Learn by participating, not just observing. Coffe workshops, chocolate making, textile weaving, cooking classes.
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Taste
Share meals that tell the story of Guatemala. From family kitchens to carefully selected local restaurants.
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Celebrate
Experience traditions that continue to shape everyday life. Markets, festivals, music, religious traditions, sunrise ceremonies.
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Rest
Travel should leave you energized, not exhausted. Boutique hotels, lakeside mornings, coffee and quiet evenings.
Their Words, Not Ours
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Communication was top-notch and the final outcome was even better than we imagined. A great experience all around.
— RAUL, Spain
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Their attention to detail and commitment to quality truly stood out. We’ve already recommended them to others.
— ISABELLA, Netherlands
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Every detail was thoughtfully executed. We're thrilled with the outcome, and have already recommended them to others.
— ANDRE, USA
The People Behind Every Journey
We created Trees n Trails because we believed Guatemala deserved to be experienced differently. Not through rushed itineraries or crowded buses, but through genuine hospitality, meaningful conversations, and carefully curated experiences that help travelers feel connected to the places they visit.
If you choose to travel with us, we hope you leave Guatemala not only with beautiful photos, but with stories you'll tell for years and people you'll never forget.
Andre & Isabella
isabella
Isabella shapes every journey through thoughtful experience design, local relationships, and an unwavering commitment to making every guest feel genuinely welcomed.
Founder
Founderandre
Andre designs the systems behind every journey, ensuring each trip runs smoothly while allowing guests to focus entirely on the experience.
Everything You Need to Know
If you don't find your answer here, we're always happy to help.
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Hotels, transportation within Guatemala, scheduled activities, and the meals listed in each itinerary.
Our journeys are land-only, giving you the flexibility to choose your own flights that best fit your schedule and preferences. Airfare is not included. We can advise and provide additional help if needed.
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Travelers who value authentic cultural experiences, thoughtful hospitality, and small-group travel over rushed sightseeing. Every package is designed with care and attention to detail. Our main packages are designed for all travelers.
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Item descriptionYes. We can create private journeys for couples, families, and small groups.
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We intentionally keep our groups small so every guest receives personal attention and the experience remains intimate.
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We carefully select boutique hotels and locally owned properties that reflect the character of each destination.
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Most journeys include moderate walking and light physical activity. Specific requirements are listed on each journey page.
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Yes. Please let us know before your trip, and we'll do our best to accommodate your needs.
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We work with trusted local partners, carefully plan every route, and remain available throughout your journey to ensure a safe and comfortable experience.
