Iximche mayan heritage and market.

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Ball court Iximche. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Sincretic expretion in Tecpan. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Step into the heart of living Maya culture on this unforgettable journey just one hour from Antigua Guatemala. Explore a vibrant traditional market, discover one of the last towns founded by the Maya before the Spanish arrival, and experience authentic daily life, commerce, religion, and social traditions. Visit the sacred House of Maximón, where fascinating rituals are performed to seek prosperity, protection, and good fortune. Enjoy meaningful interactions with local communities and immerse yourself in a rich cultural heritage that continues to thrive today. A truly unique and rewarding experience you will never forget.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Guate Tours by Nelson.

Ages: Infants (1–6 years) · Children (7–13 years) · Youth (14–17 years) · Adults (18–65 years) · Seniors (66–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Entrance fee Maximon center.
Included: Entrance fee in Iximche.
Included: Land transportation
Included: Bilingual driver/guide.

Not included

Not included: meals

Itinerary

Tecpan

2 hours

our staff Will pick you up at your hotel at 9am and drive to Tecpan, 1 hour driving. We stop and visit the fantastic market with one of the older churches build it in XVI century. Here is the starting point of conversión of mayan civilization.
Iximche

3 hours Admission included

Archeoaligical park founded in 1470, 22 years before Christopher Columbus arrive, You will have the opportunity to discover What it was happening with the mayan culture before spanierds arrive to Coahactemallan.
Stop 3

one hour

One of the best places to watch mayan rituals and local expressions of faith. The quantity of people doing a big diversity of rituals will be amazing experience. The house of Maximon the commerce god.