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Walking Tour to Understand Mayan Culture in Guatemala, Antigua.

5.0 · 71 reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor ⏱ 3h ✓ Free cancellation
Walking Tour to Understand Mayan Culture in Guatemala, Antigua.

At a glance

Walking Tour to Understand Mayan Culture in Guatemala, Antigua. is a 3h small-group experience in Antigua, Guatemala, operated by Walking Tour In Antigua With Cali. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 71 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $35 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: The entire tour is done on foot..

Highlights

  • Small group of up to 10 people for a more personal experience
  • Free cancellation for flexible planning
  • 5 stops in one well-planned itinerary

Quick facts

Duration
3h
Group
Small group, up to 10 travellers
Languages
English, Spanish
Pickup
Meet at the start point
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Cancellation
Free cancellation (see policy)

Overview

Are you wondering if the colors in Mayan culture have a deep meaning or if the ornaments in the front side of the churches has something to do with Mayan spiritually? Well this tour will help you out to discover all these facts.

No matter if you are starting or finishing your trip in La Antigua this is the right place for you.

We start the tour at La Merced, I’ll take the time to put you in context about elements in Mayan spirituality and find them in the front side of the church, we will walk inside the church to keep discovering some other facts.

Visit Cerro La Cruz, why is this important? It is important because Mayans we practice our spirituality outdoors, here we will have a beautiful spiritual experience and connection with mother earth, learn how to set up a Mayan Altar, the meaning of the colors, the life of three, etc.

At Nim Pot we will take the time to discover important facts about the traditional clothe, languages, traditional dances, festival, and syncretism.

What's included

What's included

  • The entire tour is done on foot.

Not included

  • In case you want to use a Tuc Tuc the price is not included.

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1 · 30m

    Church visit

  2. Stop 2 · 30m

    The travelers will learn about the history of the different displacements of the different cities of Guatemala, they will also learn about the Mayan cosmovision and the importance of the different elements in nature.

  3. Stop 3 · 45m

    Visit to convent

  4. Stop 4 · 20m

    Visit to the Arch street

  5. Stop 5 · 20m

    Visit to Nim Pot

Meeting point

We will meet in front of la Merced Church the yellow one.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Walking Tour to Understand Mayan Culture in Guatemala, Antigua. take?

The experience lasts about 3h.

How much does it cost?

Prices start from $35 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.

What's included?

The entire tour is done on foot..

Where does it start?

We will meet in front of la Merced Church the yellow one.

Can I cancel?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Which languages is it offered in?

It is guided in English, Spanish.

Is it worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 71 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Antigua.

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