Artisan Village Tour

Artisan Village Tour

This tour, by Due South Travels, is a unique offering as we have established relationships with specific artisans that work out of their homes.

Our first stop brings you to a village established in the 1530s. We will be welcomed into the home of an artisan who has worked with jade for over 40 years. After learning about the sourcing and history of jade in Guatemala, you will be able to select your own jade stone and polish it into a small take-away charm.

On our second stop, you will meet an artisan who has worked with leather since he was a young boy. He can make the most beautiful pair of handmade leather boots you've ever seen! Learn about the process of boot making from start to finish.

Last, we will enjoy a light, local lunch. Our weavers will give a backstrap loom demonstration and you will be guided through a collection of beautiful, authentic examples of traditional Guatemalan dress. This tour is educational, fun, and a client favorite, especially if you like to shop!

Itinerary
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Stop At: The Plaza Central Park, Plaza Mayor City Center, Antigua 03001 Guatemala

On this tour by Due South Travels you will be picked up at your accommodation. Our first stop is to a small village to the south of Antigua city center where we will visit the home of a jade artisan. You will be allowed to pick a jade stone and polish it into the shape and cut that you'd like. From here, we will visit a small town to the north of Antigua where we will learn about the process of leather work, specifically, boot making. We will be able to learn about the process from start to finish. Lastly, we visit a nearby town that is known for its double-sided brocade style of weaving. After a light lunch, we will see a backstrap loom demonstration, and then learn about the different traditional dress worn throughout Guatemala.

Duration: 7 hours