Morning departure from your Guatemala City hotel with a first stop in Antigua. After a brief sightseeing tour in this charming town continue on to Chichicastenango. This town's famous market is held every Thursday and Sunday. You'll tour the market tomorrow, so the afternoon today is free to relax and explore the town.
Begin early with a tour of the Market, where you will see a stunning array of handicrafts, including textiles, wood carvings and ceramics. Within the market is the historic Church of Santo Tomas, built over 400 years ago on a Mayan temple site. The Church represents a blending of the Christian and Mayan religions. In the afternoon, head back to Guatemala City. On the way you will stop in the lakeside town of Panajachel on Lake Atitlan. This town has several nice shopping opportunities as well as amazing scenery. After a quick visit, continue your return to Guatemala City, as you begin your next Avanti adventure.