Cultural Tour in San Juan La Laguna

Cultural Tour in San Juan La Laguna

Discover the Mayan Tz’utujil culture and learn about the people of San Juan!

In this tour, you will learn about the history of the village, its traditions, and the different crafts, including textiles, art, and coffee.

At the women’s weaving cooperative, you will learn the entire process from spinning cotton into yarn, dying the yarn using natural dyes, and weaving the materials into beautiful products. You will also learn about the use of natural medicinal plants to cure different diseases or to create natural beauty products.

We will visit:

  • Textile cooperative
  • Art Gallery
  • Medicinal plants cooperative
  • Chocolate shop
  • Meliponario (Bee Tour)
  • Open-air murals
  • Catholic Church

Includes: A local guide. The entire tour is done on foot, having the opportunity to get to know every significant corner of the town. However, it can also be done by tuk-tuk.

Cost: Q185 for 1 person; Q160 for 2-3 people; Q140 for 4-6 people.

Duration: 3 hours

You can also buy takeaway food packages in our restaurants.

 

 

MayAchik Eco-Hotel & Vegetarian Restaurant
Colonia La Esperanza
San Juan La Laguna, Lake Atitlan
Guatemala
Phone/Whatsapp:(+502) 4218 4675

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