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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
This tour aims to preserve the art of weaving in Guatemala, the highest expression of the Mayan worldview. The tour starts in Guatemala City or from La Antigua Guatemala. After pick up time you will transfer to the community of Santo Domingo Xenacoj, located 37km from Guatemala City. Upon arrival in the community we will meet with an Association of weavers of Santo Domingo Xenacoj and start our weaving workshop (duration 3 hours). During the weaving workshop we will share local stories, the meaning of textiles and the importance to transmit to new generations the weaving techniques and art. After our workshop we will continue for a traditional Guatemalan lunch prepared by a member of the community. Before heading back to Guatemala City we will do a walking tour around the community of Santo Domingo Xenacoj.
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Weaving workshop and tour
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Lunch
Certified Tour Guide
Transport by private vehicle
Gratuities
Departure Point
14 Calle 0-20, Cdad. de Guatemala, Guatemala
We pick up in Hotels in Zone 10 or in Hotels in La Antigua Guatemala.
Guatemala We travel one hour away from Guatemala City, to the Maya community of Santo Domingo Xenacoj. We meet the Council of weavers of the community and start a weaving workshop with them. They will explain and teach us the art of weaving in Guatemala. We also will learn about what the communities are doing to preserved, keep alive the tradition of weaving and to sustained the weaving school in the community. We will enjoy a traditional Guatemala lunch and walk around the community. 360 minutes
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 3 people per booking is required
Minimum age is 18 years
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
tarachantal
16 Oct 2022
Very rewarding experience that allows the visitor to join as an individual and not merely as a tourist. Set up for sincere interactions, you’ll be awed by the work yes, as well as the strength of the women, as you feel their dedication to keep these centuries-old skills alive, while ensuring they and their artisanal pieces are respected.
Ivania weaves a perfect balance between honoring these women and allowing the visitor to be immersed in their reality for long enough to inspire as well as feel welcomed!
This tour in
Guatemala City
is organized by
GUATE 4 YOU
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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