Every Thursday and Sunday, thousands of indigenous of the surrounding Mayan villages, dressed with their magnificent attire.

They come to market their products and to celebrate their religious ceremonies, partly Christian, partly autochthonous, outside the Santo Tomas Church, dating from the XVI century (1540).

In their convent was found the "Popol Vuh", sacred book of the Quiches. Another interesting attraction is the Cerro Turcaj, where the Dios Mundo is worshipped a deity of stone called Pascual Abaj.

Chichicastenango is one of the few towns where you can appreciate the real meaning of the religious faith of the natives; a faith passed to them from their Mayan ancestors.

Chichicastenango day market (Thursday and Sunday)

Early in the morning, departure from Guatemala City or Antigua, towards the highlands, to the town of Chichicastenango where we will visit the largest and most varied indigenous market in Guatemala, full of handicrafts from all surrounding Mayan regions.

We will also have the opportunity to visit the Church and the Calvary, where ancient Maya rites and mysticism are mixed with traditional religion.

After the visit, we will continue our journey toward the town of Panajachel in Atitlán Lake.

Transfer Back to Guatemala or Antigua.

Price includes: Land Transportation, bilingual guide, entrance fees.
A minimum of two persons are required to guarantee reservations.