April 5-12, 2025 | $3350 per person
Join Travel on Purpose in
Guatemala
An Cultural Adventure for Women
April 5-12, 2025 | $3350 per person
Join us for an unforgettable journey for women in Guatemala next year during Lent season. Experience the rich Mayan culture through community-based tourism and hands-on workshops. Meet changemakers doing good work in their communities. Travel with like-minded women and make memories to last a lifetime.
{ Optional: add three more nights}
: a volcano hike to either Acatenango or Pacaya
: a spa day at the historic Casa Santo Domingo
: extra time to relax in Antigua
April 5-15, 2025
10-Nights | $4200 per person
: a volcano hike to either Acatenango or Pacaya
: a spa day at the historic Casa Santo Domingo
: extra time to relax in Antigua
April 5-15, 2025
10-Nights | $4200 per person
What's Included in the
7-Night tour?
7-Night tour?
- Private ground transportation
- Private lake transfers
- Roundtrip regional flight to Flores
- Luxury boutique hotels throughout stay
- Tikal at sunrise experience
- Mayan Temazcal
- Jade-carving workshop
- Mayan cooking class
- Cultural market experience
- Seed-to-cup coffee workshop
- Weavers' cooperatives
- Craft classes highlighting Guatemala's rich culture of textiles and ceramics
- Most meals
What's Included in the
10-Night tour?
10-Night tour?
- Three additional nights of lodging
- A volcano hike, either Acatenango or Pacaya
- A spa day at the historic Casa Santo Domingo
- A massage or facial
- Extra time in Antigua to explore, relax and shop
- Plus more time to enjoy Lent season alfombras and processionals
What's not Included:
- International airfare to and from Guatemala City
- Souvenir shopping
- Travel insurance (optional)
- Alcohol
- Upgrade to have a private room
Moments to Remember
Experience Antigua during Lent season
During Lent season in Antigua, Guatemala, vibrant processions wind through the cobblestone streets, adorned with intricate carpets made of colored sawdust, flowers and vegetables. The solemn atmosphere transforms into a spectacle of religious devotion as locals carry massive wooden floats, depicting scenes from the Passion of Christ, amidst the backdrop of colonial architecture. It's truly magnificent!
During our 2024 tour, we visited a local community in a village outside of Antigua on Sunday morning. We were welcomed as we arrived by tuk-tuk to admire their temporary street carpets (also called alfombras). Families were eager to tell us about their design and even invited us to participate.
April 6, 2025 is set to be a special day in Antigua as alfombras line the streets and a processional makes its way through town. We will have the unique opportunity to see this in person!
Tikal at Sunrise
Embark on a journey through the jungle under the veil of night, where the symphony of howler monkeys fills the air and the first light of day begins to break. Discover the awe-inspiring ancient Mayan ruins nestled within the heart of Latin America. Marvel at the majestic stone temples rising from the lush rainforest below, adorned with intricate carvings that whisper tales of a bygone era. Enrich your understanding of this significant Maya site as you walk alongside a knowledgeable local guide.
Mayan Culinary and Cultural
Experience at Lake Atitlan
Experience at Lake Atitlan
Immerse yourself in the rich culinary and cultural traditions of the Mayan people by participating in a cooking class set in a quaint village by Lake Atitlan. Start by exploring the vibrant local market to select fresh ingredients, followed by a unique opportunity to experience daily life in the village through interactions with residents. Gain insight into the community's weaving traditions and how cooperatives support women's empowerment and preserve this ancient art form. Dive deeper into the local craft scene by visiting a village renowned for its ceramics, where you can purchase beautiful handmade items directly from skilled artisans.
Time with Do-Good Organizations
Travel on Purpose trips always seek to get to know community leaders who are making a difference. Experience meaningful interactions with changemakers dedicated to uplifting the marginalized within their localities. Gain inspiration from insights on initiatives such as job creation, equitable wages, educational programs, culinary training, cooperative ventures, and beyond. Join us on this journey filled with heartwarming stories of transformation and opportunity.
Luxury | Purpose | Adventure
Get ready for a vacation of adventure, purpose and luxury. We'll play hard and put ourselves right in the middle of meaningful cultural experiences. And at the end of the day, we rest in our gorgeous luxury boutique hotels that are locally owned and filled with charm.
Shop for handmade handicrafts directly from the artisans themselves. Try your hand at creating your own unique design of jewelry made from jade. Experience Tikal at sunrise. Learn Mayan dishes in a hands-on cooking class and dine on some of the best food you've ever had. Visit villages on Lake Atitlan in a private boat tour and savor the unique qualities of these indigenous communities.
Shop for handmade handicrafts directly from the artisans themselves. Try your hand at creating your own unique design of jewelry made from jade. Experience Tikal at sunrise. Learn Mayan dishes in a hands-on cooking class and dine on some of the best food you've ever had. Visit villages on Lake Atitlan in a private boat tour and savor the unique qualities of these indigenous communities.
"Visiting Guatemala with Travel On Purpose was life-changing. Dianne has wonderful connections with local communities, and I felt fully immersed in the culture while visiting. Every single part of the trip exceeded my expectations. I thoroughly enjoyed myself, loved the country and the people, and really loved the group of women we traveled with. I feel like I made new, lifelong friends."
The Travel on Purpose™ commitment
We ensure that our time and resources benefit the places we visit and the people we spend time with. To that end, our promise is that your travel experience will include time with do-good partners, changemakers, and local leaders who are making a difference in their community. This unique itinerary includes time with Eden por Salud and time spent with community leaders who are changing the poverty narrative through artisan cooperatives and education initiatives.
Payment Schedule
for 7-night tour:
- Total cost: $3350
- $500 deposit at time of booking
- $700 due on Aug 1
- $700 due on Oct 1
- $700 due on Dec 1
- $700 due on Feb 1
- $500 deposit at time of booking
Payment Schedule
for 10-night tour:
- Total cost: $4200
- $500 deposit at time of booking
- $925 due on Aug 1
- $925 due on Oct 1
- $925 due on Dec 1
- $925 due on Feb 1
- $500 deposit at time of booking
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is highly recommended to protect your investment. If you have to cancel your trip outside of the cancellation policy, you will be refunded through the insurance company. Travel on Purpose can provide you with a quote for a travel insurance policy.
Terms & Conditions
The itinerary is subject to change based on availability and weather, and the price is not confirmed until paid in full. Do not purchase your flight until the trip is confirmed. This trip has a minimum participation number of 8 and a maximum of 12.
Cancellations
& Refunds
& Refunds
If you decide to cancel within the first 30 days of signing up, you will receive a 100% refund. Following the thirty days of signing up, there will be NO refunds for cancellations, including illness. However, unforeseen circumstances arise and Travel on Purpose must cancel the trip, you will either be refunded for the entire amount you have paid for the tour or the tour will be rescheduled for a mutually agreed upon time in 2025. Additionally, there will be no refunds 90 days prior to the departure of the trip, if you sign up within that time frame.
The Itinerary.
Saturday, April 5: Arrive by noon. We'll head to the Spanish Colonial city of Antigua and check-in at Posada de Angel, our favorite luxury boutique hotel! The afternoon will be spent at the Luna Zorro Design studio where we will learn about natural dyes for textiles. Then we'll head to Xibalba for a jade-carving workshop. We'll celebrate our arrival in Guatemala with a welcome dinner at a garden restaurant.
Sunday, April 6: We'll enjoy a morning walk to see the community creating the brightly colored alfombras on the cobble-stoned streets of Antigua. Then we'll head out to San Miguel to spend the morning with a family of coffee farmers on their finca at the base of Agua Volcano. Back in Antigua, watch the Lent processionals wind their way through the streets.
Monday, April 7: After breakfast, we'll take a cultural walking tour with a renounced historian. Then we'll step inside one of Antigua's most beautiful convents.
Tuesday, April 8: We'll pack up and head to Lake Atitlan today with a couple of stops along the way. First we'll visit Eden por Salud, a social impact business, that employs and educates disabled adults. We'll learn about the wellness products they make and sit alongside an entrepreneur to create our own. Then we'll stop for a farm-to-table lunch before visiting San Antonio, a lakeside village renowned for ceramics. Finally, we'll arrive at our lakeside retreat where we will spend the next two nights.
Wednesday, April 9: We'll spend the day exploring Lake Atitlan by private boat. We'll visit Anita in the village of San Pedro for a market shopping experience and a Mayan cooking class in her home. Then we'll visit a weavers' cooperative in San Juan to learn about the backstrap loom and this ancient art form of weaving.
Thursday, April 10: After breakfast, we'll head back to Guatemala City for our flight to Flores. Upon arrival at Lake Peten, we'll travel by boat to our lakeside resort, La Lancha. Spend the afternoon relaxing by the pool or paddle boarding in the lake.
Friday, April 11: Our morning will start early with a 3am wake-up call. We'll make our way to Tikal National Park with our private guide where we'll hike through the forest with headlamps. We'll climb a pyramid and watch the sunrise over the forest's canopy. We'll tour the famous Mayan city, learning about the history and legends from our local guide. Upon returning to La Lancha, we'll relax the afternoon away with a traditional Mayan steam bath and free time. We'll enjoy a farewell dinner under the stars, reminiscing favorite memories for the week shared together.
Saturday, April 12: We'll head back to Guatemala City and say good-bye to our friends heading home. The rest of the group will journey back to Antigua to check in at the historic Casa Santo Domingo, built into the ruins on a convent. The afternoon is yours to enjoy however you'd like until we meet up for dinner.
Sunday, April 13: Enjoy morning alfombras before leaving for our volcano hike. Check back for more details as the decision to hike Pacaya or Acatenango has not been confirmed yet.
Monday, April 14: Enjoy a spa day at the Casa Santo Domingo. Choose between a massage or a facial.
Tuesday, April 15: Departure
Sunday, April 6: We'll enjoy a morning walk to see the community creating the brightly colored alfombras on the cobble-stoned streets of Antigua. Then we'll head out to San Miguel to spend the morning with a family of coffee farmers on their finca at the base of Agua Volcano. Back in Antigua, watch the Lent processionals wind their way through the streets.
Monday, April 7: After breakfast, we'll take a cultural walking tour with a renounced historian. Then we'll step inside one of Antigua's most beautiful convents.
Tuesday, April 8: We'll pack up and head to Lake Atitlan today with a couple of stops along the way. First we'll visit Eden por Salud, a social impact business, that employs and educates disabled adults. We'll learn about the wellness products they make and sit alongside an entrepreneur to create our own. Then we'll stop for a farm-to-table lunch before visiting San Antonio, a lakeside village renowned for ceramics. Finally, we'll arrive at our lakeside retreat where we will spend the next two nights.
Wednesday, April 9: We'll spend the day exploring Lake Atitlan by private boat. We'll visit Anita in the village of San Pedro for a market shopping experience and a Mayan cooking class in her home. Then we'll visit a weavers' cooperative in San Juan to learn about the backstrap loom and this ancient art form of weaving.
Thursday, April 10: After breakfast, we'll head back to Guatemala City for our flight to Flores. Upon arrival at Lake Peten, we'll travel by boat to our lakeside resort, La Lancha. Spend the afternoon relaxing by the pool or paddle boarding in the lake.
Friday, April 11: Our morning will start early with a 3am wake-up call. We'll make our way to Tikal National Park with our private guide where we'll hike through the forest with headlamps. We'll climb a pyramid and watch the sunrise over the forest's canopy. We'll tour the famous Mayan city, learning about the history and legends from our local guide. Upon returning to La Lancha, we'll relax the afternoon away with a traditional Mayan steam bath and free time. We'll enjoy a farewell dinner under the stars, reminiscing favorite memories for the week shared together.
Saturday, April 12: We'll head back to Guatemala City and say good-bye to our friends heading home. The rest of the group will journey back to Antigua to check in at the historic Casa Santo Domingo, built into the ruins on a convent. The afternoon is yours to enjoy however you'd like until we meet up for dinner.
Sunday, April 13: Enjoy morning alfombras before leaving for our volcano hike. Check back for more details as the decision to hike Pacaya or Acatenango has not been confirmed yet.
Monday, April 14: Enjoy a spa day at the Casa Santo Domingo. Choose between a massage or a facial.
Tuesday, April 15: Departure
FAQs
Q: Who is this trip for?
A: Women of any age who want to enjoy a cultural experience. Young women under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Q: What is the cost?
A: The 7-night option is $3350 per person. The 10-night option is $4200 per person.
Q: What is the sleeping situation like?
A: Prices are based on double occupancy. Some rooms have two twin beds and some rooms have a king-sized bed, so it's best to sign up with a friend or plan to upgrade to a private room. In some cases, it's possible to pair two solo travelers together and provide separate beds in a shared room. Inquire about this if interested.
Q: Is it possible to have my own room?
A: Yes. Contact us, and we will provide you with the increased price for a private room.
Q: Can TOP help with my airfare and travel insurance?
A: Absolutely! We will recommend a flight that is best from your area. And if you need help booking, we can do that. We provide travel insurance quotes through Allianz upon request.
Q: What is the volcano hike like and is it worth adding on the three days?
If you have the time and resources, definitely choose the 10-night option! There are two volcano hikes and those who stay for the additional three nights will get to choose the volcano hike that's right for them. The two options are the Pacaya hike which is a half-day moderate hike or the Acatenango hike which is an overnight adventure that is difficult (but oh so rewarding!). Both experiences will be followed by a spa day including a massage or facial at the historic Casa Santo Domingo. The added benefit to staying three more days is also more time to relax and enjoy Antigua. Being in Antigua over another weekend during Lent season will allow travelers more time to see the alfombras and processionals.
Q: I have dietary restrictions. Will I find enough to eat?
A: Yes! Every place we eat has lots of options. Vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free can all be accommodated.
Q: What is required to travel to Guatemala?
A: A valid passport with one blank page.
Q: Can I get a refund if I cancel?
A: Women of any age who want to enjoy a cultural experience. Young women under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Q: What is the cost?
A: The 7-night option is $3350 per person. The 10-night option is $4200 per person.
Q: What is the sleeping situation like?
A: Prices are based on double occupancy. Some rooms have two twin beds and some rooms have a king-sized bed, so it's best to sign up with a friend or plan to upgrade to a private room. In some cases, it's possible to pair two solo travelers together and provide separate beds in a shared room. Inquire about this if interested.
Q: Is it possible to have my own room?
A: Yes. Contact us, and we will provide you with the increased price for a private room.
Q: Can TOP help with my airfare and travel insurance?
A: Absolutely! We will recommend a flight that is best from your area. And if you need help booking, we can do that. We provide travel insurance quotes through Allianz upon request.
Q: What is the volcano hike like and is it worth adding on the three days?
If you have the time and resources, definitely choose the 10-night option! There are two volcano hikes and those who stay for the additional three nights will get to choose the volcano hike that's right for them. The two options are the Pacaya hike which is a half-day moderate hike or the Acatenango hike which is an overnight adventure that is difficult (but oh so rewarding!). Both experiences will be followed by a spa day including a massage or facial at the historic Casa Santo Domingo. The added benefit to staying three more days is also more time to relax and enjoy Antigua. Being in Antigua over another weekend during Lent season will allow travelers more time to see the alfombras and processionals.
Q: I have dietary restrictions. Will I find enough to eat?
A: Yes! Every place we eat has lots of options. Vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free can all be accommodated.
Q: What is required to travel to Guatemala?
A: A valid passport with one blank page.
Q: Can I get a refund if I cancel?
A: If you decide to cancel within the first 30 days of signing up, you will receive a 100% refund. Following the thirty days of signing up, there will be NO refunds for cancellations, including illness. However, if unforeseen circumstances arise and Travel on Purpose must cancel the trip, you will either be refunded for the entire amount you have paid for the tour or the tour will be rescheduled for a mutually agreed upon time in 2025. Additionally, there will be no refunds 90 days prior to the departure of the trip, if you sign up within that time frame.
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