Indigenous Villages Chamula Zinacantan Leaving From Tuxtla.

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About this activity

See the color and traditions as you visit the local indigenous communities of San Juan Chamula and Zinacantan where you will have plenty of time to wander around the local artisan markets and peek inside the beautifully preserved churches. Your tour includes transport, a professional guide, and a "mini-lunch" of beans, handmade tortillas, organic coffee, and a drink typical of the region.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 14 people
People per booking: 1–14
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Ecoexperiencias

Ages: Children (4–12 years) · Adults (13–65 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Professional guide
Included: Mini traditional lunch (beans, organic coffee, hand made tortillas and drink typical of the region)
Included: Driver
Included: Entrances Fees to the Villages

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified

Itinerary

San Juan Chamula

30 min

Explore the Mayan traditions and costumes of San Juan Chamula base in its religious syncretism. The town of San Juan Chamula, situated 10 kilometers northeast of San Cristobal de Las Casas, is the home of about 2,000 inhabitants of direct Mayan descent, proud of their heritage.
Iglesia de San Juan Bautista

one hour Admission included

The town of San Juan Chamula, situated 10 kilometers northeast of San Cristobal de Las Casas, is the home of about 2,000 inhabitants of direct Mayan descent, proud of their heritage. In Chamula, a local guide will explain to you the history of the region and you will be able to visit the Church of San Juan Bautista (St. John the Baptist) that has simple but incredibly beautiful ornamentation on the outer fascade. Once there, see the artistic beauty of the church on the inside and see the exceptional arrangement of its altars, with Catholic saints dressed according to indigenous traditional customs. You will find out about the native people and their customs. You can observe how ancient Mayan traditions are now intertwined with modern day Catholic practices.
Iglesia de San Lorenzo

30 min Admission included

This is another magical indigenous population very close to San Cristobal de las Casas, where you can admire the beauty of the Church of San Lorenzo (St. Lawrence) and see first hand the laborious handmade work of the weaver women, who, with a loom at their waists, make magnificent textile pieces such as 'Huipiles' (ponchos), tablecloths, bedspreads and cushion covers.
Former Temple of San Lorenzo

one hour Admission included

This is another magical indigenous population very close to San Cristobal de las Casas, where you can admire the beauty of the Church of San Lorenzo (St. Lawrence) and see first hand the laborious handmade work of the weaver women, who, with a loom at their waists, make magnificent textile pieces such as 'Huipiles' (ponchos), tablecloths, bedspreads and cushion covers. You will enjoy a mini traditional lunch (beans, organic coffee, hand made tortillas and drink typical of the region) with a local family where you can learn more about its customs and traditions. Zinacantán literally means "land of bats" and comes from the Nahuatl language. People in Zinacantán speak Tzotzil(a Mayan language) and they call their own land "Sots'leb", that is, "land of bats" in their own language.
San Cristobal de las Casas

2 hours

You will have time take a lunch or walk around the Zocalo and surroundings and time to buy handicrafts.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Palmareca Inn-Suites-Studios
Hotel River Side
Hotel Florencia
Hotel Torre del Centro
Ukeinn Hotel & Suites
Hotel Fernando
Hotel Casablanca
Hotel Safari
Fiesta Inn Tuxtla Gutierrez
Eco City Hotels
Hotel Casa Kolping
Hotel Bonampak Tuxtla

and 28 more pickup points

We pick up from any hotel in Tuxtla Gutiérrez

Using your ticket

If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified reconfirmation period, please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time

Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

Please reconfirm your booking at [email protected] or to the following numbers 9611884380; 9612330799; 9616578232

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Note: It is forbidden to take pictures inside the church
Museo Jtatik Samuel working everyday except Monday.

Options

English Version

It Includes an English Speaking Guide during all the tour given some explanation about each place.

Pickup included
Spanish Version

It includes a spanish language guide during all the tour given some explanations about each place.

Pickup included