Guatemala Community Tourism Weaving Tour at Santo Domingo Xenacoj

This tour aims to preserve the art of weaving in Guatemala, the highest expression of the Mayan worldview. The tour starts in Guatemala City or from La Antigua Guatemala. After pick up time you will transfer to the community of Santo Domingo Xenacoj, located 37km from Guatemala City. Upon arrival in the community we will meet with an Association of weavers of Santo Domingo Xenacoj and start our weaving workshop (duration 3 hours). During the weaving workshop we will share local stories, the meaning of textiles and the importance to transmit to new generations the weaving techniques and art. After our workshop we will continue for a traditional Guatemalan lunch prepared by a member of the community. Before heading back to Guatemala City we will do a walking tour around the community of Santo Domingo Xenacoj.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Guatemala, Guatemala

We travel one hour away from Guatemala City, to the Maya community of Santo Domingo Xenacoj. We meet the Council of weavers of the community and start a weaving workshop with them. They will explain and teach us the art of weaving in Guatemala. We also will learn about what the communities are doing to preserved, keep alive the tradition of weaving and to sustained the weaving school in the community. We will enjoy a traditional Guatemala lunch and walk around the community.

Duration: 6 hours



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"A minimum of 3 people per booking is required"
"Minimum age is 18 years"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"



Hora de Inicio:
Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
2 visitors minimum
5/6/2019 - 4/2/2025

Monday - Friday :

08:00 AM - 09:00 AM

5/6/2019 - 4/2/2025

Monday - Friday :

08:00 AM - 09:00 AM

Duración: 6 Hours
Lugar de comienzo: Westin Camino Real, 14 Calle 0-20, Cdad. de Guatemala 01010, Guatemala
Traveler pickup is offered
We pick up in Hotels in Zone 10 or in Hotels in La Antigua Guatemala.

Cancelaciones y devoluciones: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluye

• Bottled water
• Lunch
• Certified Tour Guide
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Transport by private vehicle
• Weaving workshop and tour

No Incluye

• Gratuities

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