Itinerary
- Day 1
Antigua
You'll arrive in Antigua and get settled at your hotel. If you make it there early, wander through the vibrant markets and local cafes, or swing by the ChocoMuseo to see how they make traditional chocolate. The welcome meeting happens at 6 pm, so you'll have some time to get oriented before then.
Optional Activities
- Visit ChocoMuseo to learn about old-world chocolate production
- Explore Central Park and people watch by the fountain
- Try tamales at a local restaurant with fellow travellers
Landmarks Central Park ChocoMuseo 
- Day 2
Antigua to Quetzaltenango
After breakfast, you're heading to San Andres Itzapa for a shamanic ceremony at the Temple of San Simon (Maximon). You'll make an offering of rum or tobacco as part of the experience. From there, you'll travel on to Quetzaltenango for group lunch and a walk through the city with your leader. The locals call it Xela.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Group lunch)
Included Activities
- San Simon shamanic ceremony at the Temple of San Simon
- Visit to Almolonga vegetable market
- Group lunch
- Leader-led orientation walk through Quetzaltenango (Xela)
Optional Activities
- Purchase rum or tobacco offering at on-site liquor store
Landmarks Temple of San Simon San Andres Itzapa 
- Day 3
Quetzaltenango
Starting early, you'll take a chicken bus to Almolonga, which is the colorful local transport experience you'll only find in Guatemala. The market there is famous for its giant vegetables and is worth exploring to interact with the vendors and locals. After that, you'll head back to your hotel for breakfast.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Chicken bus experience to local market
- Visit to Almolonga vegetable market
Landmarks Almolonga Market - Day 4
Quetzaltenango to Chichicastenango
Following breakfast, you're off to Chichicastenango market, one of the largest outdoor markets in Latin America. With a local leader guiding you, you'll walk through thousands of stalls selling textiles, wooden handicrafts, jade jewelry, huipils, pottery, and leather goods. Your evening is free, and you might grab dinner with other travelers if you'd like.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Chichicastenango market visit with expert local leader
Optional Activities
- Purchase souvenirs including traditional huipils, handmade jewelry, pottery, incense, tablecloths, ceremonial masks, or leather goods
Landmarks Chichicastenango Market - Day 5
Chichicastenango to Lake Atitlan
You'll take a scenic boat ride across Lake Atitlan surrounded by volcanoes and Maya villages, heading to Santiago Atitlan. There you'll visit the shrine of Maximon and meet local shamans who'll share local spirits and tell you about the deity and life on the lake. By afternoon, you're back in Panajachel with the evening free to relax along the shore.
Included Activities
- Lancha (boat) ride on Lake Atitlan to Santiago Atitlan
- Visit to Santiago Atitlan shrine of Maximon with shamanic keepers
- Sharing of local spirits with shamans
Landmarks Lake Atitlan Santiago Atitlan Shrine of Maximon (San Simon) 
- Day 6
Panajachel to Antigua
The morning in Panajachel is yours to do what you want. Sleep in, relax, or join an optional Mayan cooking class to learn about local food and traditions. In the afternoon, a private transfer takes you back to Antigua. After checking in, your leader will take you on a walk through the historic center. You can arrange a final group dinner with your fellow travelers if you're interested.
Included Activities
- Leader-led orientation walk through Antigua historic center
Optional Activities
- Mayan Cooking Class (USD55)
Landmarks Antigua Historic Center 
- Day 7
Antigua
Your trip ends today. If you'd like to stay longer in Antigua, contact your booking agent before your trip to set up additional nights.
