Zinacantán Tours and Tickets

Leave the tourist track behind on this visit to the indigenous communities of the Tzotzil ethnic group of Mexico. The tour includes a visit to the town of San Juan Chamula to see the fusion of contemporary and ancient Mayan traditions, and a tour of Zinacantan to see locals working pre-Columbian waist looms and to sample handmade tortillas and regional drinks.

I grew up with the traditions and legends of indigenous and mestizo peoples of Chiapas, where I come from. I learned them from my grandparents, parents and later, during my university career, I delved into diferent historical and social aspects. I also lived a historical moment in my town, witnessing the armed revolution of the EZLN (Zapatistas). My passion for traditions and legends continues to be more and more alive and I enjoy sharing it with visitors from Chiapas. I have shared it for 10 years, receiving very positive comments. THIS TOUR CAN BE MODIFIED AND ADOPTED TO YOUR INTERESTS.

This tour the pick up starts at 9:00 am, he went to pick you up at your hotel. The duration of the collection lasts 30 min. Tour in Spanish and English. After Pickup at the indicated hotel, we will start our transfer to the indigenous community of San Juan Chamula where we will get to know the Church and its religious traditions, and visit the traditional pantheon. Later we will move to Zinacantán to appreciate the church and then visit a community family to learn how to make their typical clothing on a backstrap loom and enjoy their traditional cuisine. The tour ends in the center of San Cristóbal de las Casas.

Escape the city in favor of Sumidero Canyon National Park and the colonial town of San Juan Chamula on a full-day tour from San Cristóbal de las Casas. Designed to delight lovers of culture and nature, this excursion includes a boat ride on the Grijalva River, flanked by cliffs reaching 3,280 feet (1,000 meters), and a guided tour of San Juan Chamula, replete with quaint churches and an artisan market. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Explore the vibrant city of San Cristobal de Las Casas—and learn about Chiapas' Tzotzil Maya people and traditions when you visit several Indigenous villages—on this half-day, small-group tour. Following morning pickup, discover San Cristobal's characterful neighborhoods before visiting a side of the region many others miss. Head to San Juan Chamula to explore its colorful church, and visit Zinacantan to immerse yourself in its beautiful craft traditions.

Visit to the Indigenous Communities of San Juan Chamula and Zinacantán, places of ancestral traditions where through customs and typical costumes we can know part of the indigenous life of our peoples. Leaving from Tuxtla Gutierrez you will be given free time in San Cristobal. Leaving from San Cristobal you are dropped off at your hotel for free time. Return to Tuxtla Gutierrez or San Cristobal de las Casas. This tour operates with at least 2 people.

SAN JUAN CHAMULA - ZINACANTÁN - DEPARTURE FROM SAN CRISTOBAL DE LAS CASAS Departure at 9:30 am. towards the indigenous community of San Juan Chamula, in this indigenous community we will visit the church where we can appreciate the people in traditional costumes performing rituals inside the temple, we will have 1:30 minutes to visit the surroundings. Then we will continue with the tour in another indigenous village “San Lorenzo Zinacantán” native to the Tzotzil indigenous language, where you can buy handicrafts or make a photo session with the typical wedding dress of the town, we can also taste the food and traditional brandy of the community. We finish the tour returning to the city of San Cristobal de las Casas. Return approximately 1:30 pm. *** Does not include guides, are optional for each site.

It is a cultural activity, where you will know the Maya Tsotsil worldview and a mixture of the Catholic.

Enjoy this full day small group guided tour, where you’ll be collected from Tuxtla, then taken on a tour of the indigenous villages of San Juan Chamula and Zinacantan. You’ll see several churches and learn about the culture of the area and the Mayan heritage of the people. You’ll also get to sample a traditional lunch of beans, tortillas, local drink, and coffee.

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.

SAN JUAN CHAMULA Y ZINACANTÁN - DEPARTURE FROM TUXTLA GUTIERREZ Departure at 6:50 am. Towards the indigenous community of San Juan Chamula, in this indigenous community we will visit the church where we can appreciate the people in traditional costumes performing rituals inside the temple, we will have 1:30 minutes to visit the surroundings. Then we will continue with the tour in another indigenous town “San Lorenzo Zinacantán” native to the Tzotzil indigenous language, where you can buy handicrafts or make a photo session with the typical wedding dress of the town, we can also taste the food and traditional brandy of the community. We finish the tour returning to the city of Tuxtla Gutiérrez. Return approximately 6:00 pm.

We will discover the real country life of the region, along non-touristy paths that you can only enjoy by bicycle, with its landscapes, crops and its people it will be an experience that you will remember for a lifetime, you will know their unique culture and tradition of the Tsotsil Mayans in a 32km route with a total ascent of 700 meters. this and more in this cultural adventure. "It is necessary to have good physical condition and experience cycling" Minimum of 2 people

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Chiapas, where nature, history, and indigenous culture blend into a magical experience. Cruise along the stunning Sumidero Canyon, with cliffs over 1,000 meters high, and explore the colorful colonial town of Chiapa de Corzo. Stroll through the charming streets of San Cristóbal de las Casas and be amazed by the majestic waterfalls of El Chiflón and the vibrant lakes of Montebello. Visit the Tzotzil communities of Chamula and Zinacantán, where you’ll witness ancient Mayan rituals, learn about traditional weaving, and share tortillas with local families. This tour offers a rich blend of breathtaking natural wonders, cultural heritage, and deep connection with indigenous communities. A truly immersive experience for travelers seeking the authentic soul of Mexico.

In this tour you can meet 2 indigenous communities of the State of Chiapas and do activities. You will appreciate the church of San Sebastián in Zinacantán. Subsequently, an indigenous family will show us how artisans make beautiful textiles, recognized for their beauty and color. We will also taste their famous Pox drink, brandy made from corn. We continue to San Juan Chamula; there the fusion between the Catholic Church and Mayan pre-Hispanic traditions is lived, and we will visit the San Juan Bautista Church, observing with respect their unique rites and traditions.

We will discover the real country life of the region, along non-tourist trails that you can only enjoy walking, with its landscapes, crops and its people it will be an experience that you will remember for a lifetime, you will know their unique culture and tradition of the Tsotsil Mayans in a tour of 12km with a total ascent of 400 meters. this and more in this cultural adventure. Minimun 2 persons

This experience will bring you closer to the most important topics of THE HIGHLANDS OF CHIAPAS: mysticism, religion and customs of the indigenous people in SAN JUAN CHAMULA, the most visited town from San Cristobal and the beautiful textiles and wool pieces of the Highlands of Chiapas area, amazing textiles are common in the shops and markets of San Cristobal but few visitors come to this town located within a picturesque landscape in the mountains. During this tour you will get to know a little of the history and social context, approaching LIVING CULTURE in an interactive and respectful way. Our hallmark is interaction with local communities, as well as direct support for artisans.

Admire the Essential sites of Chiapas in this Circuit of 3 days visiting the Sumidero Canyon, Montebello Lakes and the traditional Indigenous Communities, at the end transfer to Tuxtla Gutierrez -Visit in only 3 days the most essential places of Chiapas in guided tours -Reception at Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport -Visit sites declared UNESCO World Heritage -At the end transfer to Villahermosa Airport This tour starts at Tuxtla Gutierrez. This is a Private Tour, ideal for Small Groups or Families up to 15 Adults. You will be accompanied by a Certified Tour Guide in a private vehicle for you and your family or friends. You will get a better price if you are traveling in a group, the quotazion will automatically adjusted when you select the number of passengers. This tour can operate any day

Live an unforgettable experience exploring the best of Chiapas! On this 4-day tour you will discover stunning natural landscapes and living indigenous communities that preserve their ancestral traditions. Navigate the majestic Sumidero Canyon, explore the colonial charms of Chiapa de Corzo and immerse yourself in the magic of San Cristobal de las Casas. Be surprised by the Waterfalls of Agua Azul, Misol-Ha and Roberto Barrios, where you can swim in crystal clear waters surrounded by nature. Visit the imposing Mayan archaeological area of Palenque and live with the Tzotzil communities of San Juan Chamula and Zinacantán, where you will live unique rituals and prepare traditional tortillas with local families. This tour combines history, adventure, nature and culture into an authentic and in-depth experience. Discover the soul of Chiapas with us!

DAY OF THE DEAD IS A MYSTICAL AND UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE. October 31st: Preparations for Day of the Dead in Zinacántán and San Juan Chamula. Day 1: The Romerillo and Zinacántán Cemeteries (cemetery and town). Day 2: The towns and cemeteries of Zinacántán and San Juan Chamula ROMERILLO - According to the indigenous belief of the community, the souls of the deceased arrive on foot to visit their relatives every November 1st. A visit to the Romerillo cemetery, located on a mountain crowned with 22 enormous Tzotzil crosses, is a very genuine, yet somewhat rude experience. Zinacántán - The cemetery will be decorated with an abundance of floral arrangements at an altitude of 2,700 meters, offering a beautiful view and a mystical atmosphere. Visit the church and a family of artisans to see the textiles made on a backstrap loom. SAN JUAN CHAMULA: ancestral indigenous celebrations at the cemetery, visit the church. IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN A PRIVATE TOUR, JUST ASK!

Enjoy the natural beauties of the state of Chiapas and a pleasant stay in the wonderful Magical Town of San Cristóbal de las Casas, during a tour of 7 days and 6 nights, visit the waterfalls of Agua Azul and Misol Ha, the archaeological zone of Palenque, a boat tour through the Sumidero Canyon, get to know the towns of Chiapa de Corzo, Zinacantán and San Juan Chamula, admire the lagoons of the Lagunas de Montebello National Park and Chiflón waterfalls. This service includes: 6 nights of lodging in a hotel in San Cristobal de las Casas. Taxes, land transportation, trained driver, tickets to Ecotourism Centers, National Park, Archaeological Zone, Travel insurance. Not include: Food, Drinks, Tips, Activities not mentioned in the itinerary. Recommendations: Comfortable clothing and shoes, insect repellent and environmentally friendly sunscreen, cap or hat. If you want to swim, bring a bathing suit, change of clothes and a towel.

Bicycle across the Chiapas Highlands and visit indigenous communiites you go. Depart from either San Cristóbal de las Casas or Tuxtla Gutiérrez on this 20-mile (32-km) cultural adventure. You'll follow a moderate, single-track trail through villages such as San Juan Chamula—home to indigenous Tzotzil people—and Zinacantán, where you'll stop for quesadillas in a local home. Along the way enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and valleys and stop at area landmarks like the Church of San Juan Bautista, which honors a blend of Catholicism and local Mayan religion.

It is a fantastic trip through Chiapas, where for 3 days you will be able to enjoy one of the natural Wonders such as El Cañon del Sumidero, Magical Towns that will make you fall in love, play with the breeze from the "Velo de Novia" waterfall and a lot of nature at your reach .. !!