• Guatemala City - The tour begins with a pick-up from your hotel lobby early in the morning. The journey will take you to the department of Sacatepequez, where the adventure starts. Here, you will discover the customs and traditions celebrated on November 1st each year, honoring and venerating ancestors.
• Sumpango Kite Festival - This is the highlight of the tour. In Sumpango, a town where locals showcase magnificent kites crafted over months, you can immerse yourself in the tradition that is part of the ancient Mayan Culture: The Giant Kite Festival.
• Santiago Sacatepequez - One of the two villages hosting the Giant Kites Festival annually. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience this remarkable tradition, where Mayans believe kites serve as a means of communication between this world and the afterlife.
• Guatemala City - At the day’s end, you will be safely returned to your hotel. We hope this experience is unforgettable, and remember to bring your camera to capture the amazing moments you will encounter.

• Private transportation
• Bottled water
• Certified Tour Guide

• Lunch
• Gratuities

The Festival of Giant Kites: A singular event that occurs annually on November 1st, a day of commemoration for all saints. It is a day families revisit the memories of their dearly departed, pay visits to cemeteries, and pay homage to their lives. People from the Mayan communities converge between June and November to craft traditional, giant kites decorated with particular patterns and inscriptions, utilizing multicolored tissue paper.

You will have the opportunity to tour two Kaqchiquel burial grounds, explore the local fair, indulge in regional cuisine, fly a kite, and unwind amidst stunning mountain views. We invite you to come a part of the experience!

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.