Maya Villages and Chocolate Experience from Puerto Quetzal

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5 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Escape the typical tourist routes and experience the living culture of Guatemala on a journey through Santa María de Jesús and San Juan del Obispo. Meet the traditions of a Maya community, explore a colorful open-air market, see traditional textiles and local products, and enjoy breathtaking views of the Agua, Fuego and Acatenango volcanoes. Continue to San Juan del Obispo, where colonial heritage, colorful murals and peaceful village life create a unique atmosphere. Complete your adventure with an authentic chocolate experience, discovering how cacao seeds are transformed into traditional Guatemalan chocolate. With comfortable round-trip transportation from Puerto Quetzal and a bilingual guide, this tour combines Maya culture, local life, volcano scenery, art and flavor in one unforgettable shore excursion.

What's Included

Entrance fee
Transportation
Bilingual Guide
Meals

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

All guides and staff will be in the welcome ranch. Look for the orange team.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Santa Maria de Jesus

    Discover Santa María de Jesús, a traditional Maya community on the slopes of Agua Volcano. Explore its colorful open-air market, see traditional textiles and local products, visit the main plaza and church, and experience authentic daily life. Learn about Maya traditions, agriculture and local commerce while enjoying spectacular volcanic landscapes and excellent photo opportunities.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    San Juan del Obispo

    Discover San Juan del Obispo, a charming historic village on the slopes of Agua Volcano. Walk through its peaceful streets, admire colorful artistic murals and enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. Visit the central plaza and learn about the village’s colonial heritage. Complete your visit with a traditional chocolate experience, discovering how cacao seeds are roasted, ground and transformed into delicious Guatemalan chocolate.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Guate Tours by Nelson.

Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Ports of Call Tours
City Tours
Shore Excursions
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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