Coffee, Chocolate and Textile Tour in Lake Atitlan
Description
Immerse yourself in the coffee culture on the communal estates of the indigenous Tz'utujiles Mayans. Discover the fascinating story of how coffee arrived in Guatemala and Lake Atitlan, and learn about the ecological and sustainable techniques used by local communities. You’ll know the full production process, from bean planting to cupping, as we tour the coffee plots together. This unique experience will allow you to connect deeply with the traditions and life of the indigenous communities that live around the lake. Finally, we will explore the colorful streets of San Juan La Laguna, where art, culture and Mayan essence merge in every corner.
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Itinerary
Our guide will pick you up near your hotel and then take a public boat and while you enjoy the trip will explain the geography of Lake Atitlan. DOES NOT INCLUDE PUBLIC BOAT OR TUK TUK
Coffee Tour: From Plant to Cup in San Juan La Laguna Immerse yourself in the authentic world of Guatemalan coffee in a sensory experience that goes all the way from the fruit on the plant to the aromatic cup in your hands. Our tour begins in San Juan La Laguna where we will enter the heart of the coffee plots. Here, we will walk among cafetos, learn from our coffee growers the secrets of planting and harvesting, and discover the meticulous process of grain transformation, step by step. The adventure continues in a cozy local cafe, where the aroma says it all. The ultimate reward : a tasting of freshly roasted and prepared high-altitude coffee. Savour an exquisite cup, selected to your liking, and taste the very essence of the Guatemalan Highlands in every sip. This is more than a visit; it is a journey to understand the passion, work and art behind each grain.
We will visit the Catholic church of San Juan La Laguna to take photographs and get to know it more closely.
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What's included
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(110)
This was such a fun experience!! My friend and I booked this together and learned so much!! Our guide was so kind and knowledgeable, definitely recommend!
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Vick met us at the pier and took us on a tour that included a local coffee farm and related local businesses.
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Very informative, great information! Victor answered all of our questions!
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Incredible tour and really appreciate Vick’s indepth knowledge of the history of coffee!
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Vic gave a wondeful, informational, organized tour. He showed us the coffee plants and roasting, cacao demonstration, tastings of both. He also took us to a Maya women-owned textile shop with a hands on portion. Would highly recommend for a unique, efficient tour of San Juan.
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Vick was a great guide! Very informative and helpful. He was amazing at showing us all the places we visited.
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Very enjoyable tour and knowledgable guide! Really interesting to learn about the processes of coffee and chocolate production and also the textile work here. Definitely recommend!
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We loved our tour with Victor. He is very knowledgable, sharing his family’s connection to the coffee in Lake Atitlan as well as connecting us with locals in other industries in Guatemala, giving us the opportunity to experience some of the culture of the lake. The demonstrations of weaving and chocolate making were wonderful to experience.
Hello! Thanks alot to share your experience in the tour with us we are so happy that you had a lovely tour with our guide and you enjoyed the short textile tour and chocolate tour.
Such a great experience and the guides were so kind. Definitely recommend!
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Vic is a wonderful, knowledgeable guide! He answered all our questions, and we learned so much from this tour! Highly recommend!!!
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