This special mother-and-daughter trip to Guatemala offers you the unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of Guatemalan culture and family connect as you Sojourn together.
A family vacation is about building lifelong memories, moving away from your usual routine and opening your mind to new experiences and our Guatemala trip will do just that.
Guatemala is at the heart of the Mayan world and the Mayan culture is like no other. The colonial cities, ruins of Tikal, vast Rio Dulce are going to enhance your mother and daughter tour of this country and leave you feeling deeply connected to the culture.
The country is small, but contains a large variety of ecosystems, from oceans and jungles to volcanoes and tropical rivers. There is so much to see making it the perfect mother and daughter travel group destination.
Side-by-side we will explore its diverse ecosystems and connect with the beautiful people who are still anchored by their traditional heritage. We will be sure to learn about the Mayan ruins, experience Maya civilization and most importantly grow as women. You will feel blessed to have these powerful experiences amplified through the eyes of both Mom and Daughter.
TRIP DATES:
March 10-16, 2024
TRIP TYPE:
Mother-Daughter Sojourn - Family Travel in Guatemala
TRIP PRICE:
$2,800.00* Mother
$2,200.00* Daughter
*Pricing may be adjusted to reflect current pricing and availability.
We are still confirming all of the details for this experience. BE THE FIRST to register by joining our waitlist.
Additional Costs:
International Airfare to and from Guatemala City, Guatemala.
Each of our global women’s adventures are designed in collaboration with or in support of a local social impact project.
Social Impact Partner: Wakami Global
Wakami and Lotus Sojourns believe empowering women transforms the world one community at a time. At Wakami 96% of their 500+ producers are women. By providing women artisans with skill training and income opportunities, they are able to help transform cycles of poverty into cycles of prosperity. Each traveler will receive a credit to shop in the Wakami storefront in Antigua and directly support these women.
More About our Partner:
Listen to Christine speak to Wakami Founder, Maria Pacheco on the Soul of Travel Podcast.
Episode 2 and Episode 15
Explore the beautiful city of Antigua
Visit Lake Atitlan Natural Reserve.
Connect with local children and make new friends.
Visit a local farm and learn local farming practices.
Learn how to make bracelets with local artisans.
Participate in a chocolate-making workshop.
“Camp” in an Airstream trailer.
Arrive in the morning at the Guatemala City airport and join our group transfer to Antigua. Overnight in Antigua.
Overnight at Hotel Eterna Primavera*.
Welcome Dinner. (D)
Breakfast at your mother and daughter-friendly hotel. We start our Sojourn with a visit to a local artisan group in Patulul where we will visit and have lunch with the artisans. In the afternoon we will transfer to Tolimán for the evening. Then proceed to have dinner at the hotel.
Overnight at Hotel Tolimán*.
(B, L, D)
Breakfast at the hotel. Then enjoy the day at Lake Atitlan Natural Reserve and the Rincon Suizo Farm. Dinner at Epicure and an overnight stay in Antigua.
Overnight at Santo Cielo*.
(B, L, D)
Breakfast at the hotel. This morning we’ll connect with students in a private school & share lunch then have the late afternoon and evening to explore on your own. Dinner will be of your choice and an overnight stay in Antigua.
Overnight at Casa Santo Domingo*.
(B, L)
Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the morning with a fair trade artisan group and learn to make your own bracelet & in the afternoon visit the chocolate museum. We will then have a farewell dinner at the hotel with an overnight stay in Antigua.
Overnight at Casa Santo Domingo*.
(B, L, D)
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer from Antigua to International Airport in Guatemala City.
(B)
*NOTE: All hotels are subject to change based on availability.
Hotel Eterna Primavera, Antigua
Hotel Tolimán, San Lucas Tolimán
Santo Cielo by Casa Santo Domingo, Antigua
Casa Santo Domingo, Antigua
NOTE: All hotels are subject to change based on availability.
INCLUDED:
All transformational exercises facilitated by Lotus Sojourns Founder
Accommodations based on double occupancy
All meals as listed in the itinerary
All ground transportation
Entrance fees
English-speaking guides throughout the trip
Tips for luggage porters and waiters
NOT INCLUDED:
International airfare
Domestic airfare
Trip Insurance
Meals not specified in the itinerary
Alcoholic beverages
Fees for passport or immunizations
Cost of hospitalization, emergency transportation, or evacuation
Items of a personal nature
Gratuities for guides and staff
TRAVEL DATES
ARRIVE: Departures are postponed until we feel more comfortable traveling with our children to these villages. New dates will be announced when they are confirmed. Thank you!
DEPART: TBA
PASSPORT & VISA
Citizens of the United States must have a passport valid for six months beyond your travel dates and a minimum of two blank facing pages. If you do not already have a valid passport, please apply now!
Citizens of the USA, Canada, EU countries, Norway, Switzerland, Australia, New Zealand, Israel and Japan are among those who do not need a visa for tourist visits to Guatemala.
ACTIVITY LEVEL
Moderate. There will be daily activity, including walking and hiking on uneven terrain. Some optional activities may be more strenuous.
HEALTH
If there is a travelers clinic in your area we recommend visiting well before your departure date in order to insure time for any necessary vaccines based on your specific health history.For additional travel related health information we recommend you go to https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/ and navigate to the page for travelers in Guatemala.
MONEY
Guatemala's currency, the quetzal (ket-sahl, abbreviated to Q), has been fairly stable at around Q7.5 = US$1 for years. The quetzal is divided into 100 centavos.
Banks change cash but casas de cambio (currency-exchange offices) are usually quicker and may offer better rates. ATMs widely available. Credit cards accepted in many hostels and most midrange and above hotels and restaurants.
If you bring US Dollars, bring clean, new bills with no marks or tears issued in the last ten years.
For more detailed information you can visit Lonely Planet.
TRIP INSURANCE
We HIGHLY recommend travel insurance and recommend World Nomads. More information, as well as a link to purchase can be found on the Lotus Sojourns FAQ page.
TRAVELING WITH CHILDREN
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) strongly recommends that unless the child is accompanied by both parents, the adult have a note from the child's other parent (or, in the case of a child traveling with grandparents, uncles or aunts, sisters or brothers, friends, or in groups*, a note signed by both parents) stating "I acknowledge that my wife/husband/etc. is traveling out of the country with my son/daughter/group. He/She/They has/have my permission."
We do not have all the answers for specific situations…for more information you may visit the US Customs and Border Protection Website here.
PACKING TIPS:
When you prepare to pack for your Sojourn visit our Conscious Products page to find brands we love to support that champion sustainable or fair trade practices. We have also picked out some of our favorite travel clothes and gear to help make packing easy for you.
WEATHER:
The weather in Guatemala in March is very pleasant and mild with daily high temperatures around 78°F, rarely falling below 57°F or exceeding 81°F. Nights near the lake may be slightly cooler.
LUGGAGE WEIGHT ALLOWANCE:
Always check with your airline for their specific luggage requirements. In general your luggage should consist of one medium-sized suitcase or duffel bag, or carryon, and one small carry-on bag/backpack, and your suitcase must weigh no more than 50 pounds.
Click below to join the waitlist and apply for this Sojourn!
We are still confirming all of the details for this experience. BE THE FIRST to register by joining our waitlist.
Deposit Payment 20% of the full balance is due to Lotus Sojourns within 24 hours of booking.
Final Payment any remaining balance is due to Lotus Sojourns 120 days prior to departure.
Note: Please be sure to check out our FAQ’s before registering!
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