Guatemala · Culture

Visit 6 Cultural Towns Around Antigua Guatemala + a Macadamia Farm in 1 day!

8 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Guatemala City. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit 6 cultural towns around Antigua Guatemala in one day
  • 02 See churches, colonial squares, and historic local landmarks
  • 03 Discover traditional weaving techniques and handicraft markets
  • 04 Learn about indigenous clothing, heritage, and accessories
  • 05 Explore a macadamia farm and its natural paths
  • 06 Enjoy a facial massage with organic macadamia oil
  • 07 Take in views of Antigua Guatemala’s valley from San Juan del Obispo

Discover the cultural towns surrounding Antigua Guatemala on a full-day journey through local history, traditions, and craftsmanship. Visit six distinctive towns, each with its own character, from colorful churches and colonial squares to weaving traditions, handicraft markets, and historic landmarks tied to the region’s past.

Along the way, enjoy a visit to a macadamia farm to learn about the nut’s nutritional and skincare uses, stroll through natural paths, and relax with a facial massage using organic macadamia oil. With private transportation and a certified guide included, this experience offers a varied and memorable look at the heritage around Antigua Guatemala.

Discover the cultural towns surrounding Antigua Guatemala on a full-day journey through local history, traditions, and craftsmanship.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Guatemala City, Antigua Guatemala
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

San Felipe de Jesús

A famous town known for its colorful Neo Gothic Church, the wooden Cross full of traditions & culture.

Jocotenango

This is a little town famous by its Colonial Square with a very picturesque Church.

San Antonio Aguas Calientes

Fall in love with their Famous traditional weaving techniques, The Down Town, The Church, and the Handicraft’s Market. This town is full of indigenous people wearing their traditional clothing. You`ll love to hear about the heritage and meaning behind their clothing and accessories. 

Macadamia Farm

The macadamia nut has many nutritional properties that are appreciated. This farm grows and harvests macadamia nuts, it is used to eat and to develop natural products such as oils to improve skin health. You`ll love spending time outdoors and between the natural paths. 

Experience a spa session that includes a facial massage using macadamia nut oil, lasting approximately one hour.

Ciudad Vieja

You won't want to miss Ciudad Vieja, is a picturesque town built around 1534 that holds centuries of Spaniard Stories where the Water volcano buried the city with an eruption. Due to that collapse, Antigua Guatemala was built.

San Pedro Las Huertas

Afterward, you'll get to know the Mayan Communal Laundry Basins at San Pedro Las Huerta's Town. Well known for its Little Jade Craftsman.

San Juan del Obispo

You'll visit the Bishop’s Palace at San Juan del Obispo Town.

It gives us great views of Antigua Guatemala’s Valley. This town is famous for its Medlar base products and their Chocolate Museum. 

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Guatemala City. 2 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Certified Tour Guide
  • Bottled water
  • Guided visit to all the locations in the itinerary
  • Facial massage with macadamia organic oil

What's Not Included

  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Know before you go

  • ANIMALS OR PETS ALLOWED
  • INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
  • PASSPORT REQUIRED
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • We pick up all travelers at the motor lobby of their hotel or accommodation in Guatemala City or Antigua Guatemala

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Guatemala City.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Guatemala City.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Guatemala City..

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