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Shared Lake Atitlan Tour from Antigua with 3 Maya Villages

Day trips

  • 12 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 2 languages
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

If you are looking to understand the meaning of the living Mayans' traditions and customs, and to learn from them their ancestral practices such as weaving techniques, natural dyeing of fabrics, the importance of chocolate, and natural medicine, we have you covered. Join this collective tour and have fun while learning that and much more! We'll take you to discover 3 cultural towns on a boat ride that’ll give you insight into the heart of the Mayan culture. The local Mayans say that Lake Atitlan holds unique energy fields that run through the area. Whether you feel the vibes or not, there’s no denying that this lake is a special place. San Juan is a cultural town where we will visit several indigenous cooperatives to learn how they make certain products. San Marcos is a space to connect with spirituality. Finally, Santiago is a town with rich culture and color.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Certified bilingual guide
  • Tour of Artisanal Dye of Fabrics, Medicinal Herbs & Chocolate
  • Water taxi to San Juan La Laguna, San Marcos & Santiago Atitlan

What's not

  • Gratuities
  • Meals

Itinerary

  1. We will pick you up at your hotel or accommodation in downtown Antigua Guatemala. If you are staying outside the downtown area, we can pick you up at the central park. You must be ready at 5:30 a.m.

    2 h

  2. Visit San Juan La Laguna Town, where you'll get to learn the ancestral art of natural dyeing of fabrics, the medicinal herbs garden & the fine artisanal chocolate factory.

    2 h

  3. Discover the magic of San Marcos La Laguna, one of the most visited and charming villages around Lake Atitlán. Stroll through its picturesque streets, enjoy its peaceful atmosphere, and connect with the natural beauty surrounding this unique destination. During your visit, you’ll have the opportunity to capture spectacular photos with stunning lake views, colorful corners, and breathtaking landscapes that will make this experience truly unforgettable.

    45 min

  4. Santiago Atitlan is the last town by the lake that we will visit. This is one of the most colorful towns and is full of Mayan traditions that will amaze you. Here you can appreciate the living Mayan culture, how they live from day to day, and much more.

    2 h

  5. We will return to Panajachel, where the bus will be waiting for us, and then we will head to Antigua Guatemala. We will drop you off at the same place where we picked you up. Thank you for traveling with us.

    2 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Know before you go

Pickup
Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 20 travellers
Operated by
Guat2do Travel Experiences
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • During Holy Week, the Flower Festival, or other events when streets in Antigua close, guests may need to walk a short distance outside the city center to start the tour.

How it compares in Antigua

  • Its from-price is close to the median of the 89 day trips we list in Antigua.
  • It is longer than most of them.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Antigua

Antigua Guatemala is a colonial city of cobbled streets, ruined churches and pastel façades, ringed by three volcanoes in the Guatemalan highlands.

Antigua was the capital of Spanish Guatemala until earthquakes in 1773 led to the move of the government to the present capital. The grid of cobbled streets and low colonial houses survived, together with the ruins of grand churches and convents, and the town is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The yellow Santa Catalina Arch, with its clock tower, frames Volcán de Agua at the end of a street.

Top-ranked sights in Antigua: Antigua Central Park (Parque Central), Cerro de la Cruz (Hill of the Cross), La Merced Church (Iglesia de la Merced).

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