Experience the vibrant indigenous market in Chichicastenango and explore the breathtaking beauty of Lake Atitlan on this 2-day tour from Guatemala City or Antigua.
Experience the vibrant indigenous market in Chichicastenango and explore the breathtaking beauty of Lake Atitlan on this 2-day tour from Guatemala City or Antigua.
Guatemala City - Chichicastenango - Panajachel
Chichicastenango Market - Upon arrival at Chichicastenango’s Market, visitors will find a vibrant local market in the heart of the town. Here, one can purchase wooden crafts, ceramics, and unique gifts offered by Mayan priests on their ancient altars. The Church of Santo Tomas, constructed by…
Guatemala City - Chichicastenango - Panajachel
Chichicastenango Market - Upon arrival at Chichicastenango’s Market, visitors will find a vibrant local market in the heart of the town. Here, one can purchase wooden crafts, ceramics, and unique gifts offered by Mayan priests on their ancient altars. The Church of Santo Tomas, constructed by Dominicans and K’iche’ in 1540 on a Mayan altar, is a must-see, with its steps still used for traditional rituals.
Opposite stands Calvary Church, and in the square, a tall pole marks the annual Palo Volador ceremony.
Boat Tour to Santiago Atitlan - Guatemala City
Lake Atitlan - Following breakfast, a private boat will transport guests across Lake Atitlan to explore the Tzutuhil Village of Santiago de Atitlán.
In this village, visitors can explore the confraternity of the local saint, Maximon or Ri Laj Mam, a revered figure to whom people of various ethnicities come to pray for health and prosperity.
The journey concludes with a boat transfer back to Panajachel.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Breakfast
- Overnight accommodation
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Breakfast
- Overnight accommodation
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
The trip consists of a visit to the open market of Chichicastenango on the first day. On the second day you will be visiting Panajachel and Lake Atitlan on a boat.
In Chichicastenango you will be able to explore the indigenous market and be witness of the incessant exchange of fruits, vegetables and handicrafts between local people and foreigners….
The trip consists of a visit to the open market of Chichicastenango on the first day. On the second day you will be visiting Panajachel and Lake Atitlan on a boat.
In Chichicastenango you will be able to explore the indigenous market and be witness of the incessant exchange of fruits, vegetables and handicrafts between local people and foreigners.
Lake Atitlán was formed when a volcanic caldera depleted of its magma. Three stately volcanoes, Atitlan, Tolimán and San Pedro rise gracefully from its southern shore, their perfect cones reflected in the azure mirror of the lake. Weaving made and worn by the Maya-Tzutujil and Cakchiquel women who live around the lake and many of the men also wear traditional, hand-woven clothing.
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- May be operated by a multilingual guide
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
