Local Homestay Fiesta: Spanish Lessons & Cultural Adventures

Itinerary

Day 1: Meet your hosting family in San Juan del Obispo

Stop At: San Juan del Obispo, San Juan del Obispo, Antigua, Sacatepequez Department
Get ready for an amazing 4-day, 4-night adventure that kicks off with a pick-up from your hotel or designated meeting point in Antigua Guatemala. Our journey will take us on a brief, under-15-minute drive to the charming neighboring town of San Juan del Obispo.

Brace yourself for a warm welcome from your eagerly awaiting host family. We'll introduce you to your hosts, give you a peek at your cozy room, and unveil the communal spaces where memories will be made. And that's just the start – hold onto your excitement because the next day kicks off with invigorating Spanish classes at 8:00 am. Be prepared to embark on a journey of cultural immersion and language discovery.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Accommodation in the hosting family house

Day 2: Spanish Classes & Artisanal Chocolate Workshop

Stop At: San Juan del Obispo, San Juan del Obispo, Antigua, Sacatepequez Department
After a delightful breakfast with your host family, get ready to dive into personalized Spanish lessons at our specialized school, catering to language enthusiasts from around the globe. From 8:00 am to 12:00 pm, you'll be engaged in enriching classes that will open doors to linguistic mastery. Following your morning of learning, relish a satisfying lunch in the warm company of your host family in their cozy abode. This is your prime chance to put your newfound knowledge into practice and immerse yourself wholly in the language and culture. Seize this extraordinary opportunity to make the most of your language journey!
Duration: 6 hours

Stop At: San Juan del Obispo, San Juan del Obispo, Antigua, Sacatepequez Department
Let's go to a chocolate workshop! Delve into the captivating journey of crafting an array of chocolate products, from seed to finished masterpiece. Dive into the art of roasting cocoa seeds, peeling, grinding, and crafting a cup of 100% handmade hot chocolate. Led by skilled artisans from the community of San Juan del Obispo, this workshop is a fully immersive experience. Don't hesitate to get your hands a little messy - it's all part of the fun and interactive learning process. Get ready to embrace an engaging and enjoyable way to learn!
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: San Juan del Obispo, San Juan del Obispo, Antigua, Sacatepequez Department
Last but not least, you'll have the chance to enjoy dinner with your host family, relax, and get ready for the next exciting day of our adventure.
Duration: 1 hour

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Accommodation included: Accommodation in the hosting family house

Day 3: Spanish Classes + Get into the life of a farmer in the foothills of Agua Volcano

Stop At: San Juan del Obispo, San Juan del Obispo, Antigua, Sacatepequez Department
Wake up surrounded by tranquility in the village of San Juan del Obispo and enjoy breakfast with your host family. Then, our English teachers will be eagerly waiting for you to continue our learning adventure.

After finishing the Spanish lessons, you'll have lunch at your host family's home, and then we'll head to the foothills of Volcán de Agua, where we will immerse ourselves in the life of a farmer.

Walk along the trails until you reach the farming area of our local friend. He will guide you through the cultivation process of various crops, including the famous níspero fruit that distinguishes San Juan del Obispo from other villages. You'll also have the chance to meet his family, interact with them, and enjoy a little snack together. We're confident that you will cherish this experience and keep it in your heart forever.
Duration: 9 hours

Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Accommodation in the hosting family house

Day 4: Spanish Classes + Mayan Women Cooperative

Stop At: San Juan del Obispo, San Juan del Obispo, Antigua, Sacatepequez Department
After waking up from a night of rest, you will have breakfast with your host family, giving you the chance to continue practicing your Spanish and creating beautiful memories that will last a lifetime.

Your teachers will be eagerly waiting to continue guiding you through a new session from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm.

You'll delight your taste buds with another authentic Guatemalan dish, and after lunch, we'll head to a charming destination. We're talking about a cooperative of indigenous women who will warmly introduce you to their culture.

You'll witness a welcoming folk dance, learn about the creation of their indigenous clothing, discover how they naturally dye textiles using what nature provides, and savor the delicious dish called Pepián.

After concluding this engaging activity with the Maya women's cooperative, we'll return to San Juan del Obispo for your dinner and well-deserved rest.
Duration: 9 hours

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Accommodation included: Accommodation in the hosting family house

Day 5: Last day of the adventure

Stop At: Antigua, Antigua, Sacatepequez Department
On the final day of our Spanish and cultural adventure, you will have breakfast with your host family and bid them farewell. We will gladly take you to Antigua Guatemala, either to a hotel you've reserved or to the destination of your choice.

Thank you for choosing us for this fantastic experience that blends Spanish learning with unique cultural encounters, providing you with a complete immersion. Your journey with us will be truly memorable!
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.