Cultural Tours in Chiapas

Travelers hoping to get off the tourist track and experience indigenous culture up close will enjoy this trip to the villages of Chamula and Zinacantan. The day begins with a visit to a local family Zinacantán to learn about pre-Hispanic weaving and tortilla-making, and taste the traditional drink, Pox. The next stop is the Mayan village of San Juan Chamula, where you'll experience a shaman ritual in the native Tzotzil language.

Explore the city of San Cristobal de Las Casas along with nearby indigenous villages on a small-group full-day tour led by a local guide. See the highlights of San Cristobal's historical center including the Zocalo (main plaza), the Cathedral, and several Spanish colonial buildings with impressive archiecture. Head to the central market and Santo Domingo Church before continuing to the small villages of San Juan Chamula and San Lorenzo Zinancantan. Have the option to include a visit to the Na Bolom Museum to complete your small-group tour.

Let a guide navigate and translate for you on a day trip to 2 indigenous villages in Chiapas. On walking tours of each town, gain an understanding of indigenous culture and tradition you won't find in guidebooks. After visiting an artisan market, sit down with a local family for a meal of fresh tortillas, beans, and organic coffee. Round-trip transport from San Cristobal is included for your convenience.