Maya Cultural Continuity in the Highlands of Guatemala
A travel course oragnized for the students of Professor Isabelle Champlin at The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford.
This course is not offically sponsored by the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford
This seven day travel course will investigate the cultural heritage of the modern Maya of Guatemala and their illustrious anicent history. Students will learn about the modern uses of the ancient Maya calendar and the ways in which Maya religion and culture still thrive in the highlands. Volcano hiking, boat trips across lake Atitlan, and journeys through the mist covered highlands will give participants the opportunity to experience the region's natural beauty. Visits to museums, jade workshops, and traditional markets will also be parts of the week's adventure.
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Price | $1200 (based on double occupancy lodging, add $300 for private room) $200 deposit due upon registration, balance due 30 days before the course |
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Date | March 6-13, 2010 | ||
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March 6, Saturday: Arrival and Orientation Afternoon: Fly into Guatemala City and transport to Antigua Evening: Orientation meeting in the hotel lobby and a lecture on Maya History Overnight in Antigua |
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March 7, Sunday: Antigua Morning: Local markets and Jades SA Afternoon: Walking tour of churches Evening: Lecture - Maya Calendar Systems Overnight in Antigua |
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March 8, Monday: Volcano Pacaya Morning: Horseback and hiking up Volcano Pacaya Afternoon: Filadelfia coffee plantation tour Evening: Lecture - The 260-Day Calendar Overnight in Antigua |
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March 9, Tuesday: Iximche Morning: Tour of Iximche ruins Afternoon: Arrival to Panajachel - zip line optional Evening: Free time Overnight in Panajachel |
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March 10, Wednesday: Santiago Atitlan Morning: Boat trip to Santiago Atitlan Afternoon: Cojol Ya Weaving Museum Evening: Transport to Chichicastenango Evening: Story time - The Popol Vuh Overnight in Chichicastenango |
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March 11, Thursday: Chichicastenango Morning: Chichi market day Afternoon: Churches and the city museum Evening: Free time Overnight in Chichicastenango |
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March 12, Friday: Guatemala City Morning: Hike to the shrine of Pascual Abaj Afternoon: National Anthropology Museum in Guatemala City Evening: Closing ceremonies and final dinner Overnight in Guatemala City |
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March 13, Saturday: Departure Morning transport back to the airport and flights back to the USA |
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LODGING
Antigua: Meson de MariaHotel services include private baths, fans, cable TV, phones, and beautiful roof top views of the volcanoes and city
Panajachel: Hotel Kakchiquel
Hotel Services include private baths, fans, pool, cable tv, internet access, and on-site restaurant
Chichicastenango: Hotel Santo Tomas
Hotel services include private baths, fans, phones, pool, and on-site restuarant
Guatemala City: Holiday Inn
Hotel services include private baths, phones, cable TV, and internet access
PRICE INCLUDES
- Lodging- Ground and water transportation
- Entrance fees
- MEC Instructor
- Lectures and course resource packet
- Breakfasts and lunches
- Final dinner
PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
- Airfare to Guatemala City- Travel insurance
- Dinners
- Tips for Service Providers (drivers, maids, etc..)
Proceeds from MEC Travel courses and tours are the center's primary source of research funding. As such, a portion of the tour costs are tax deductible. MEC will provide participants with receipts and proper documentation regarding the center's 501(c)(3) non-profit status for your records.