Beyond the cobblestones
Antigua is famous for its beautiful streets, colonial buildings and historic landmarks. But just beyond the city, another side of Guatemala is waiting to be discovered.
On this four-hour journey, we'll travel through four communities surrounding Antigua and experience the places where history, culture and everyday life continue side by side.
You'll have the opportunity to ask questions, meet local people, discover traditional crafts and see Guatemala from a perspective that many visitors never experience.
Come curious. Leave connected.
Meet the Communities Around Antigua
🌿 SAN JUAN DEL OBISPO
History, Culture & Local Life
Discover this historic community at the foot of Volcán de Agua and learn about its connection to the history of the Antigua valley. Take in the local atmosphere and discover how history and everyday life continue to meet here.
🌱 SAN PEDRO LAS HUERTAS
Tradition in Everyday Life
Experience one of the communities surrounding Antigua and discover its historic spaces, traditional architecture and everyday rhythm. Your guide will share stories about the community and the traditions that continue to shape local life.
🏛️ CIUDAD VIEJA
Where History Comes Alive
Explore one of the historic settlements of the Antigua valley and discover its important connection to Guatemala's colonial history. Rather than simply passing through, take time to understand the stories behind the place.
🧵 SAN ANTONIO AGUAS CALIENTES
Maya Textiles & Living Traditions
Discover one of the area's best-known communities for traditional Maya textiles and local craftsmanship. Learn about the work, creativity and cultural meaning behind traditions that continue to be passed from one generation to the next.
Meet the people behind the traditions
This isn't just a tour of places.
Along the way, you'll have opportunities to interact with local people and discover traditions, crafts and products that are part of everyday life in the communities around Antigua.
Depending on the route and local availability, you may encounter traditional weaving, coffee, jade, chocolate, local crafts or other expressions of Guatemalan culture.
There is no rush and no pressure to buy.
The goal is to meet people, ask questions and understand the stories behind what you see.
The people are the experience.
More than a village tour
During your journey, you'll have the opportunity to:
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Discover four communities surrounding Antigua
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Learn about local history and culture
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Meet local people and hear their stories
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Discover Maya textile traditions and local crafts
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See historic churches, parks and community spaces
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Learn about everyday life beyond Antigua's historic center
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Ask questions and interact with local communities
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Experience Guatemala at a more personal pace.
You don't just visit the communities.
You connect with them.
Your 4-Hour Journey
FOUR HOURS. FOUR COMMUNITIES. ONE AUTHENTIC EXPERIENCE.
Duration
Approximately 4 hours
Route
San Juan del Obispo • San Pedro Las Huertas • Ciudad Vieja • San Antonio Aguas Calientes
Meeting Point
Tanque de la Unión, Antigua Guatemala
Languages
English & Spanish
Transportation
Included during the experience
Lunch
Not included
The order and timing of stops may vary depending on local conditions and availability.
What's Included
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B1 Experience local guide
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Transportation during the tour
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Visit to four communities around Antigua
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Cultural and historical interpretation
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Opportunities to interact with local people and discover local traditions
Not Included
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Lunch
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Personal purchases
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Optional activities or entrance fees, if applicable
Meet Us at Tanque de la Unión
Your B1 Experience guide will meet you at Tanque de la Unión in Antigua Guatemala before beginning the journey through the surrounding communities.
What should you bring?
👟 Comfortable walking shoes
💧 Water
🧢 Hat and sunscreen
🦟 Insect repellent
📷 Camera
🌦️ Light rain jacket during the rainy season
💵 Some extra cash if you'd like to purchase local crafts or products directly from local vendors.
Is this experience right for you?
This experience is for travelers who want to see more than Antigua's historic center.
You'll travel between communities, spend time outdoors and walk through local spaces.
You don't need to be an experienced hiker, but you should be comfortable with walking and exploring different environments.
Come with curiosity.
Ask questions. Meet people. Take your time.
Travel with purpose
When you visit a community with curiosity and respect, you're doing more than taking photographs.
You're listening to stories.
You're learning about traditions.
You're meeting the people who keep those traditions alive.
And you're discovering that Guatemala is much more than its famous landmarks.
Come as a traveler.
Leave as a friend.
Ready to Go Beyond Antigua?
Discover the communities, traditions and people that make the Antigua valley so special.
Approximately 4 hours • English & Spanish
Tell us your preferred date and number of travelers, and we'll confirm availability.
Your experience
US$50 per person
4-hour experience