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Hands On Guatemalan Shoe Making
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12 hours (approximately)
Offered in:
English
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Offered languages
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- English
- Spanish
Embark on a full-day tour to discover Guatemalan shoe-making, where local artisans craft unique footwear using vibrant, traditional textiles.
What's Included
Private transportation
Snacks
Lunch
In Person Guide
Coffee and/or Tea
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
11 Avenida 4-43
Meeting location is at Xela's Central Park, outside the McDonald's and Banco Industrial.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
Enjoy a day trip to a local shoe-making workshop where you'll learn the craft and create your very own pair of shoes made with local fabrics and textiles.
8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: Arrival and welcome with Guatemalan coffee and snacks. Introduction to the day and a brief overview of shoe-making.
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM: Workshop tour, observing artisans at work and learning about the vibrant local textiles used.
9:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Hands-on shoe-making, selecting materials and beginning your custom design under the guidance of skilled artisans.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Lunch break with a traditional Guatemalan meal.
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Continue crafting your shoes, adding details, and stitching with artisans' assistance.
3:00 PM – 3:30 PM: Final touches and quality check to ensure your pair is ready.
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM: Farewell with completed shoes, photos, and an opportunity to shop for additional handmade items.
This immersive workshop offers a unique, hands-on experience into Guatemalan culture and craftsmanship, allowing you to take home a personalized piece of local heritage.
8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: Arrival and welcome with Guatemalan coffee and snacks. Introduction to the day and a brief overview of shoe-making.
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM: Workshop tour, observing artisans at work and learning about the vibrant local textiles used.
9:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Hands-on shoe-making, selecting materials and beginning your custom design under the guidance of skilled artisans.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Lunch break with a traditional Guatemalan meal.
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Continue crafting your shoes, adding details, and stitching with artisans' assistance.
3:00 PM – 3:30 PM: Final touches and quality check to ensure your pair is ready.
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM: Farewell with completed shoes, photos, and an opportunity to shop for additional handmade items.
This immersive workshop offers a unique, hands-on experience into Guatemalan culture and craftsmanship, allowing you to take home a personalized piece of local heritage.
Additional info
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Huellas, L.L.C.
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- 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.
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