Immerse yourself in the ancient rituals and colorful culture of the Mayans during this 7-hour trip to Chichicastenango and its famous market. Discover the wealth of handicrafts, produce, herbal medicines and more for sale at this traditional indigenous market. Then spend time exploring the town’s museums, cemetery, colorful murals and Mayan heritage, including a chance to observe a Fire Cleansing Ceremony performed by a local shaman. Your trip also covers round-trip hotel transport from Panjachel.
Explore Chichicastenango and its famous market during this day tour from Panjachel
Discover the wealth of produce, handicrafts and home goods for sale at this traditional indigenous market
Learn about Mayan traditions, including the creation story and base-20 counting system
Observe Mayan rituals like the Fire Cleansing Ceremony, performed by a local shaman
Great chance to explore the indigenous culture of Guatemala and Lake Atitlan
What's Included
Round-trip transport by air-conditioned minivan or coach
Hotel pickup and drop-off (centrally located Panajachel hotels only)
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Meeting And Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Meeting point
Ferry
Panajachel, Guatemala
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Start time
08:00 am
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Most travellers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start 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.
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