Living Maya Culture in Zinacantán and San Juan Chamula
About this day trip
- Destination
- Highlands of Chiapas, Mexico
- Departure city
- San Juan Chamula / San Cristóbal de las Casas
- Available days
- Monday to Sunday
- Length
- 5 hours
- Departure time
- 09:00 h
- Return time
- 14:00 h
Description
Visit the Tzotzil communities of the Chiapas highlands to understand up close their complex religious syncretism, backstrap-loom weaving traditions and local community organization.
Itinerary
- Meet at the central square of San Juan Chamula.
- Guided walk with an explanation of the temple and local churches.
- Transfer to Zinacantán to visit traditional textile workshops.
- End of the cultural tour.
What’s included
- Local bilingual guide.
What’s not included
- Tips, craft purchases, food and drinks.
- Official community entrance fees or permits (paid by the traveler).
- Transportation to the meeting point (paid by the traveler).
Before you go
- Meeting point
- Central square of San Juan Chamula, Chiapas.
- Where to stay
- Stay in San Cristóbal de las Casas.
- Getting there
- Transportation to the meeting point is not included and is paid by the traveler.
- What to bring
- Dress respectfully (shoulders and knees covered), do not take photos inside the temple, and bring cash and warm clothing.
Important notice
Important notice. This service is subject to availability and to the operator. The company is not responsible for changes caused by unforeseen external or weather factors.
