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Old bike with local flavor

About this experience

A sustainable and authentic way to discover Antigua Guatemala on two wheels.
Every Wednesday, join this collective tour designed for travelers who want to share, explore and connect with local culture as they cycle through the city’s iconic landmarks.

You will enjoy a refreshing break at the historic La Unión Tank with traditional hail, before continuing to the majestic Cathedral of San José in front of the Central Park and walking along the iconic Calle del Arco, where the famous Arch of Santa Catalina is located, one of the most photographed settings in the country.

To close with a golden clasp, to participate in a practical culinary workshop where you will learn to prepare banana mole with traditional Guatemalan techniques, combining history, flavor and tradition in a participatory experience.

At a glance

  • Duration: 4 hr 30 min

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Old bike with local flavor
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour4 hr 30 min
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 4 hr 30 min 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

  • dessert
  • Use of bicycle
  • Hail (ice cream)
  • Guide
  • pick up from your hotel
  • route

Itinerary and highlights

The tour begins at your campsite, where travelers will receive their bike, safety gear and a brief explanation before starting to pedal at a relaxed pace through Antigua Guatemala’s colonial streets.

The first stop will be at El Calvario, a historic temple located at the end of the traditional Calle de los Pasos. Here you can descend from the bike to learn about its history, appreciate its architecture and listen to the guide’s explanations about its religious and cultural importance.

Then continue to the School of Christ, one of the most emblematic temples of the city. At this point, travelers will explore the outside (and inside if it is open), learn about its historical relevance and its role in local traditions, while enjoying a quiet and authentic atmosphere, away from the busiest areas.

Throughout the journey, the experience combines light physical activity, living history and opportunities for unique photographs, allowing you to discover traditional corners actively and closely.

The tour continues to the quiet Belén Park, where travelers will pause briefly to enjoy the local atmosphere and learn about the importance of this space in the daily life of the city. The guide will share historical and cultural data as participants rest and take pictures.

Then they will pedal along the emblematic Calle de los Pasos, famous for its stations representing the Via Crucis. During the journey, the guide will explain the religious and traditional significance of this route, allowing travelers to understand its historical value within Antigua Guatemala.

Finally, you will arrive at the majestic Church of San Francisco, one of the most important temples in the city. Here you can admire its colonial architecture, learn about its historical and spiritual relevance, and have time to explore, take photographs and listen to stories about the traditions that are still alive in this emblematic place.

Travelers will then head to the historic La Union Tank, one of the city’s most iconic public washes. Here you will pause to relax, learn about the history of this colonial space and understand its importance in the daily life of past eras.

During the stop, you will enjoy a real traditional hail, which will allow you to experience a local flavor while resting and taking pictures of the picturesque surroundings.

During the tour, you will pedal through cobblestone streets surrounded by colonial architecture, with spectacular views of the Water Volcano framed by the famous Arch of Santa Catalina. The guide will share the history of the arch, built in the 17th century to connect a convent and allow the passage of the nuns without being seen, as well as data about the city and its colonial legacy.

In addition to stopping to take pictures at the best angles of the arch, travelers will tour nearby historic points, see traditional squares, churches and corners, all at a comfortable and safe pace.

At this stop, travelers will reach the imposing Cathedral of San José, located in front of the Central Park, the historic heart of Antigua Guatemala.

Here you will descend from the bicycles to admire the Baroque facade of the cathedral and learn about its history, including the earthquakes that marked its transformation over the centuries. The guide will share data on its religious, political and cultural importance during colonial times.

Finally, we will cycle back to the starting point, enjoying a last view of the colonial streets of Antigua Guatemala.

Upon arrival, the kitchen will be ready to welcome us and close the experience with a sweet touch: travelers will participate in the preparation of a delicious banana mole, a traditional Guatemalan dessert. Guided step by step, they will know its ingredients and techniques, culminating the tour with an authentic and participatory gastronomic experience.

Meeting and pickup information

  • We'll wait for you in your hotel lobby or at the gate of your airbnb, write us what your old location is to come for you

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Direct Adventure

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • 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.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 4 hr 30 min.
What are the pickup arrangements?
We'll wait for you in your hotel lobby or at the gate of your airbnb, write us what your old location is to come for you
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Youth tickets: age 15–18; Adult tickets: age 19+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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