Nanda Journeys has partnered with a progressive non-profit in Guatemala, Ninos de Guatemala, that seeks to contribute to a better future for the children of Guatemala and their families. Your participation in this journey will directly fund the education students, help to economically support families and businesses in several indigenous communities and support the cultural heritage of Guatemala. You'll be immersed in local life in Guatemala and participate in many hands-on activities including a Worry Doll workshop, coffee & chocolate workshop, school visit, dance class, cooking classes, volcano hikes, village visits and most importantly volunteering in a local school to support teachers, students and parents in furthering the education of students in underserved communities.
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Pricing per person including airfare, shared room with twin or double bed. Please review Booking Terms & Conditions HERE
** Nanda Journeys will endeavor to assist persons requesting a roommate, however, a shared room cannot be guaranteed. Participants will be contacted to confirm space in a shared occupancy room approx. 90 days prior to travel. If we are unsuccessful in finding a suitable roommate, the enrollee will be invoiced the applicable single supplement **
Pricing per person including shared room with twin or double bed. Please review Booking Terms & Conditions HERE
** Nanda Journeys will endeavor to assist persons requesting a roommate, however, a shared room cannot be guaranteed. Participants will be contacted to confirm space in a shared occupancy room approx. 90 days prior to travel. If we are unsuccessful in finding a suitable roommate, the enrollee will be invoiced the applicable single supplement **
Depart from Chicago and journey to Guatemala, a country otherwise known as the “Land of Trees” and once referred to as the ‘closest thing to Eden on earth” by Lonely Planet. After claiming your luggage and clearing customs in Guatemala City, you will be met by your local guide and transferred to Antigua.
Antigua is a small city surrounded by volcanoes in southern Guatemala. It’s renowned for its Spanish colonial buildings, many of them restored following a 1773 earthquake.
Check-in at the Good Hotel which we have chosen for its wonderful location and relaxed and friendly environment. It is also known for the unique and significant role it plays in giving back to the local community of Antigua. All net profits from the hotel go directly to funding three local schools that have been established to educate over 500 children in underserved communities in Guatemala.
Your private guide will take you on a walking tour of Antigua, a UNESCO world heritage site. Explore Antigua’s beautiful streets and visit the famous and important places in Antigua, including churches, ruins, monuments, the local market, the central park and more. Important highlights of the walking tour include the famous La Merced Church and the Arco de Santa Catalina (pictured).
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Overnight: Good Hotel (or similar)