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Excellent guide
Our guide was excellent. A very good connoisseur of the local culture. Their explanations help to understand these communities
San Juan Chamula y Zinacantán
At a glance
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Price from
- $28 / person
- Location
- San Cristobal de las Casas, Mexico
- Rating
- 3.6 / 5 · 16 reviews
- Languages
- ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 14
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Explorando Chiapas
Description
Disfrute de un maravilloso recorrido mientras visita dos pueblos indígenas cerca de San Cristóbal de las Casas. Conozca a una familia en Zinacantán y observe los rituales mayas dentro de una iglesia católica en San Juan Chamula. Su recorrido incluye transporte y guía en español.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:30 AM and 3:30 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $28
- Child (ages 7–17)
- $28
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Explorando Chiapas
Partimos de nuestra agencia
Former Temple of San Lorenzo
Pueblo tzotzil “Lugar de Murciélagos” donde los espacios sagrados están marcados por los cerros que rodean el pequeño valle y el conjunto formado por la iglesia San Lorenzo, de origen colonial pero remodelado a principios del siglo XX y las capillas de Esquipulas y San Sebastián.
Plaza de la Paz
En la gran plaza del pueblo tienen lugar los eventos más importantes, como el mercado, las elecciones, las reuniones políticas y las ceremonias religiosas. Al fondo de la plaza está el templo, precedido por un enorme atrio. La iglesia es sobria, con un gran portón entablerado que sólo se abre por completo en la fiesta de San Juan. Todo está vigilado por los “mayoles” o policías, que portan un “chuck” –cotón de lana gruesa blanco y un marro de madera dura como el fierro. A los visitantes les está prohibido tomar fotografías. El acceso al interior de la iglesia está regulado y se debe pagar una cuota para entrar.
Iglesia de San Juan Bautista
Comunidad Tzotzil, distante a 10 kilómetros de San Cristóbal de las Casas, a 2,260 m.s.n.m., de origen prehispánico que ejerce su autoridad con base en los usos y costumbres. San Juan Bautista, San Pedro, San Sebastián, son los tres barrios que conforman este centro ceremonial, cada uno con su panteón presidido por unas gigantescas cruces que presentan a Chul Metic (Dios Madre) y a Chul Totic (Dios Padre), allí se encuentra la sede de la autoridad y el lugar donde el sincretismo religioso da su máxima expresión: el templo de San Juan Bautista, cuyo profundo significado mezcla la tradición cristiana con las raíces prehispánicas.
What's included
Included
Recogida en el hotel y regreso al centro.
Degustación de comida
Guía en español
Not included
Alimentos y bebidas, a menos que se especifique lo contrario.
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.6
16 reviews
How it compares in San Cristóbal de las Casas
- No. 18 by number of reviews among 109 tours in San Cristóbal de las Casas
- Starting price $28 is 52% below the typical $59 for tours of similar length in San Cristóbal de las Casas
Excurgo comparison of 109 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended and jacket
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
0+ days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does San Juan Chamula y Zinacantán take?
San Juan Chamula y Zinacantán lasts about 5 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does San Juan Chamula y Zinacantán cost?
Prices start at $28 per person for this San Cristobal de las Casas experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does San Juan Chamula y Zinacantán run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:30 AM and 3:30 PM.
How much does San Juan Chamula y Zinacantán cost for children?
Children aged 7–17 pay from $28, adults from $28.
Can I cancel San Juan Chamula y Zinacantán for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include Hotel Casa Coleto by Caribbean Tours & Spa, La Casa de Mama.
What languages is San Juan Chamula y Zinacantán offered in?
The experience is available in ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 14 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Children must be accompanied by an adult
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is San Juan Chamula y Zinacantán worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.6 out of 5 across 16 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Explorando Chiapas.
Reviews(16)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4
Shopping in Chamula
I bought a very nice wool tapestry from a sweet old lady and the price was fine it is now hanging on my wall
G
Chamula Tour
Short and sweet trip with an excellent guide; Miriam who explained everything thoroughly and answered all out questions!
J
Disappointing!
In recent years, Chamula has become a dump that is not worth visiting. To call this village an "Indian village" is far-fetched!
J
This Experience is a must
Very good route, Marina (guide) always very attentive and attentive to the whole group throughout the journey. Experience highly recommended although it should last a little longer
M
tour stop to do , very nice if you are lucky enough to attend a ceremony
day trip , indigenous communities a few kilometers from San Cristobal , you can admire the craftsmanship of local indigenous people and churches, the Baroque style of luxurious villas
3 people found this helpful
L
We wanted more
200 pesos per person. The visit to the village of Zinacantán comes down to going to a tourist shop (Paola shop) to insist on buying clothes. A coffee and a tortilla and head to the other village, too bad we thought we visited the village on foot but not. The second village San Juan Chamula we visited only the church with the candles and sacrifices of impressive chicken but we saw only the church. Nothing else in this village. Then to finish they put us in a cafe to taste a mini coffee and poshe. Nothing fantastic except the guide who was superb and spoke French and the Mayan sacrifices.
E
Magic trip
San Juan Chamula and Zinacantán are the two most emblematic Chamula villages in Chiapas, I recommend you take a tour in San Cristobal, avoid going alone unless you bring your own vehicle and I suggest you very careful not to disturb the order because the people of those villages are governed by customs and customs.
M
Essential to visualize Mayan syncretism.
For sure, going to San Cristobal and not visiting Chamula or Zinacantán, is like having a cappuccino without coffee.
A
Please Enrich Tour.
Most people will think, How more enriching for a family to welcome you and show you their jobs? Maybe if they added a small workshop or something we could do on our own it would be super good, the visit lasts half a day.
3 people found this helpful
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