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Chiapa de Corzo: tradition, gastronomy and Cañon del Sumidero
(14) Reviews
Centro
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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The town of Chiapa de Corzo is much more than a jetty to take the boat to the Cañon del Sumidero! This town has history and tradition from pre-Hispanic times that its people proudly celebrate every year during the two weeks of JANUARY: the Fiesta Grande. The Parachico dance has been designated an Intangible CULTURAL HERITAGE by UNESCO since 2009.
We will start with a tour on the BOAT (2.5 hours NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE) through the Sumidero Canyon.
We invite you on a tour all year round to learn about the history of the Parachicos and legends, to visit traditional houses and the ARTISANS who work to prepare the Fiesta Grande.
We are going to savor local dishes such as pepita con tasajo a...
We will start with a tour on the boat (2.5 hours NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE) through the Sumidero Canyon leaving from a jetty on the shores of the town, since it offers better service and is less congested.
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Chiapa de Corzo
During this tour, run all year-round, you will get know the history of the Parachicos, legends, visit traditional houses, and the town's artisans who work to prepare the Fiesta Grande.
The Parachico dance has been designated an Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO since 2009.
We are going to visit: the church of Santo Domingo going up the bell tower, ex-convent and lacquer museum (local traditional craft).
Tour will continue according to your interests and availability of the local families. We will choose between the house of the prioste (spiritual leader), house of the Chunta or workshop of the wood masks carver.
GASTRONOMY: We are going to savor pozole and some snacks or enjoy typical food (not included) from the region at a local restaurant. Some local dishes like pepita con tajajo and pozol have their origins in pre-Hispanic times
3 hours
Chiapa de Corzo: tradition, gastronomy and Cañon del Sumidero
(14) Reviews
Centro
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The town of Chiapa de Corzo is much more than a jetty to take the boat to the Cañon del Sumidero! This town has history and tradition from pre-Hispanic times that its people proudly celebrate every year during the two weeks of JANUARY: the Fiesta Grande. The Parachico dance has been designated an Intangible CULTURAL HERITAGE by UNESCO since 2009.
We will start with a tour on the BOAT (2.5 hours NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE) through the Sumidero Canyon.
We invite you on a tour all year round to learn about the history of the Parachicos and legends, to visit traditional houses and the ARTISANS who work to prepare the Fiesta Grande.
We are going to savor local dishes such as pepita con tasajo a...
