San Cristobal Indigenous Communities Tour: Experience Traditional Culture from Tuxtla Gutiérrez
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San Juan Chamula
Immerse yourself in the rich traditions and culture of San Juan Chamula and Zinacantan on this Indigenous Communities Tour. Explore local markets, interact with the people, and visit the enchanting town of San Cristobal. Book now!
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Church of St. Juan Bautista - Explore the Church of San Juan Bautista (St. John the Baptist) with its simple but incredibly beautiful ornamentation on the outer fascade. Go inside and admire the arrangement of its altars, with Catholic saints dressed according to indigenous traditional customs.
- Iglesia de San Lorenzo - Here, you’ll visit the Church of San Lorenzo (St. Lawrence) and see the laborious handmade work of the weaver women.
- San Cristobal de las Casas - The visit considers a stop in the Magical Town of San Cristobal de las Casas. You will have time to explore the city, the zocalo and surroundings. Take a lunch here is optional.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Guidance by a professional
- Leisure time in San Cristóbal de las Casas
- Traditional mini lunch including beans, organic coffee, and hand-made tortillas
- Experienced driver
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional Information
Prepare to be astounded by the customs and heritage as you tour the local native communities of San Juan Chamula and Zinacantan. Engage with the locals and take your time to wander through the markets and churches. Additionally, explore the enchanting town of San Cristobal and its nearby attractions. Your tour comes with transportation and a seasoned guide.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- Note: It is forbidden to take pictures inside the church, otherwise it is the responsibility and risk of the customer (ask to your Guide)
Location
Church of St. Juan Bautista
Plaza Central
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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298clementes
Feb 12, 2024
Tuxtla and San Cris - Tuxtla is the starting point to see several experiences relatively close, from Tuxtla to Chipa de Corzo it is approximately 40 minutes to travel through the town and is in e,bnaracdero for the walk through the Sumidero canyon, the traffic within the city is terrible so they will have to prevent their schedules.
Another nearby point is to take a taxi to the Cristo de Covoya viewpoint,
They go up to San Cristóbal and there are many things there, bars at night, San Juan Chamula, Zinacantan, Rancho Nuevo caves, Comitan de Dominguez, Ocosingo two hours away.
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