Journey of Purpose and Discovery Guatemala with Lori Greenwood

      Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala

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      Nanda Journeys
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      Mar 25 - Apr 1, 2023
      Group size: 1 - 12
      Journey of Purpose and Discovery Guatemala with Lori Greenwood
      Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala

      Nanda Journeys
      • Email address verified
      46 reviews

      Mar 25 - Apr 1, 2023
      Group size: 1 - 12

      About this trip

      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.


      Download Itinerary HERE 

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      What’s included

      • International Flight
        Roundtrip economy airfare included from Chicago
      • Hotel Accommodations
        Hotels including daily breakfast
      • Most Meals
        Breakfast 4 lunches, 4 dinners as described in the itinerary
      • Unique local experiences
        Volcano Hikes, Worry Doll Workshop, Weaving Workshop, Salsa Class, School Visits, Mayan Ruins, Cooking Class, Colonial Antigua private tour, Medicinal Plants Workshop
      • Local Guide
        Local English speaking guide will be with you throughout
      • Private local transport
        Private transport and driver as well as private boat transfers at Lake Atitlan
      • 24/7 Travel Support
        Nanda Journeys team support before, during and after travel. 24/7 during travel.
      • Unique itinerary
        Nanda Journeys has designed this program exclusively for Lori Greenwood and her guests

      What’s not included

      • Passport & Visas
        Passport application, renewal and visas (if applicable) are not included
      • Alcoholic Beverages
        Meals include soft drinks with alcoholic beverages being at your own personal expense
      • Meals
        Meals not mentioned
      • Insurance
        Travel insurance is not included, but highly recommended. Nanda Journeys will provide recommendations
      • Tips
        Tips for driver, guide and hotel staff are not included. Suggested tipping $10-15 per day guide, $5-7 driver, $2-4 in room maid service.
      • Personal Items
        Any item purchased at the hotel or restaurant which is not mentioned in the daily itinerary

      Available Packages

      Shared Room including flight

      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 **

      $3,299
      Deposit: $500
      Single Room including flights

      Pricing per person including airfare and single room. Please review Booking Terms & Conditions  HERE 

      $4,198
      Deposit: $500
      Shared Room Land Only

      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 **

      $2,699
      Deposit: $500
      Single Room Land Only

      Pricing per person including shared room with twin or double bed. Please review Booking Terms & Conditions  HERE  

      $3,598
      Deposit: $500


      Itinerary

      Day 1
      Depart Chicago for Guatemala

      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)

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