San Juan Chamula and Zinacantán: cultural tour from San Cristóbal
Overview
Discover San Juan Chamula and Zinacantán on a shared cultural excursion from San Cristóbal de las Casas. Get close to the living customs and traditions of Los Altos de Chiapas with guidance in Spanish and English.
In San Juan Chamula you will walk through the town and visit its church, with time to tour the plaza. In Zinacantán you will visit a local family to know another perspective of life in the region. Religious practices are part of the community's life and their observance depends on what happens during the visit.
Includes transportation with air conditioning, entrance fees to the towns, guide, and travel insurance. Breakfast is not included. During the tour, follow local instructions and respect the rules regarding photography and access to religious spaces.
What's Included
- Payments for access to towns
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Travel insurance
- Guide in Spanish and English
- Breakfast
Meeting and Pickup
You must be a prop at the times set for each tour. We receive our travelers at hotels in the downtown area of San Cristobal de las Casas. After the marked schedule There is a 20 to 25 minute waiting period as we pass through different hotels.
What To Expect
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Zinacantan
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
San Juan Chamula
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
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Activity code: C-127336P6
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- Payments for access to towns.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- travel insurance.
- Guide in Spanish and English.
- Breakfast.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the San Juan Chamula and Zinacantán: cultural tour from San Cristóbal is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for San Juan Chamula and Zinacantán: cultural tour from San Cristóbal will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Payments for access to towns
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Travel insurance
- Guide in Spanish and English
- Breakfast
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
