Artisans and Traditional Villages Near Antigua
Overview
Origin coffee: visit a farm or workshop to learn all about the Guatemalan coffee process and its cultural importance.
Traditional textiles: discover artisans who hand weave textiles using ancient techniques and learn about the symbolism of Mayan designs.
Guatemalan jade: get to know this sacred stone for the Mayas and see how it is transformed into unique pieces.
Artisan chocolate: taste and learn about the local production of Guatemalan cacao.
Wines and fermented beverages: meet and taste artisanal beverages produced in the region.
In addition, we will walk through colonial villages, visit markets and emblematic places to see Guatemalan daily life. It is an authentic and direct experience with the people who keep these traditions alive.
We offer you:
Access to authentic workshops and artisan families
Experience off the beaten tourist track
Direct support to local economies
Local guide with deep cultural knowledge
This activity includes:
- Ciudad vieja antigua Guatemala
- Iglesia
- San Juan del Obispo, Church
- San antonio aguas Calientes
- Union Tank
- Recorrido guiado por pueblos cercanos a Antigua
- Visitas a talleres de artesanos (textiles, jade, café, chocolate)
- Degustación de café, chocolate o bebidas locales
- Explicaciones culturales e históricas
Our Guides
On arrival
Step 1. Locate the central park of Antigua Guatemala.
Step 2. Stand in front of the cathedral looking at the cathedral door (the big white church on one of the four sides of the park)
Step 3. Walk to your right side to the corner of the cathedral.
Keep walking straight ahead for one more block.
Step 5. When you reach the corner, turn to your left and walk one block.
Step 6. If you followed the instructions correctly, you will be in front of a yellow church and on the opposite side of the church there is a small park.
Step 7. Walk through the park in the same direction until the end of the park, you will find the union tank.
Free Cancellation
Free Cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Late cancellation or your non-arrival is not refundable.
