About this experience
The giant kite festival is connected with the Mayan kaqchikel heritage from Santiago and Sumpango Sacatepequez through generation. This time you will have the chance to explore the festival with me, a local Mayan kaqchikel guide. During our visit I will help you to understand the connection of the Mayan spirituality and cosmovision/worldview expressed in the giant kites, also, you will have the chance to understand more about Mayan kaqchikel culture and all traditions related with the day of the dead.
At a glance
- Duration: 8 hr–9 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 8 hr–9 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What is included
- Walking tour during the Kite Festival in Santiago Sacatepequez
- Certified tour guide English - Spanish - Mayan Kaqchikel
- Walking tour in the main streets from both towns
- Private and safe transportation
- Walking Tour in the Kite Festival of Sumpago Sacatepequez
Itinerary and highlights
We will visit Santiago Sacatepequez and Sumpango sacatepequez to enjoy both giant kite festivals, we will walk through the cemeteries, principal streets of each town.
7:30 am Meeting point: Central Park Antigua Guatemala
8:00 am Heading to Santiago Sacatepequez
9:30 am Enjoy the kite festival in Santiago Sacatepequez, explore the cemetery and principal streets.
11:30 am heading to Sumpango Sacatepequez (both towns are relatively closer, but for the festival we may find some traffic)
1:00 pm Estimated arriving time to the football field to enjoy the kite festival in Sumpango,
3:00 pm Heading to the cemetery of Sumpango
4:30 pm Heading to the parking lot
5:00 pm Going back to La Antigua
Meeting and pickup information
- Meeting point at the front side of La Merced Church.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Walking Tour In Antigua With Cali
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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