Spanish School abroad program for Hight School group, Antigua, Guatemala.

*SPANISH SCHOOL PROGRAM FOR GROUP* Spanish Lessons - Educational - Cultural - Social Works Antigua – Chichicastenango – Atitlan Lake - Guatemala
Theme: Spanish School Lessons Abroad - Cultural - Educational - Sustainable Program Program: 10 days Guides: Spanish, English, French and Mayan guide Hotels: Budget and family hosting Transport: Bus and small boat Small group, open for student and adult groups D1: Sun . Your country / Guatemala /Jocotenango- D La Aurora airport arrival and welcome by your guide. - Transfer to the city of Jocotenango, close to Antigua. Dinner and overnight at your host families. D2: Mon. Jocotenango - Antigua– Jocotenango -BLD Breakfast - 8am @ 12 Spanish lessons - Lunch - In the afternoon, City Tour of Antigua, the oldest colonial city in Central America ¨ classified World Heritage by UNESCO. Program, visit a Jade workshop, ruins, Indian market, and shopping. - Dinner and overnight at your host family. D3: Tues. Jocotenango - San Antonio – Jocotenango -BLD Breakfast - 8am @ 12 Spanish lessons. - Lunch - Transfer to a small Mayan village where we will be received by a local family. Participate to making local handicrafts and typical foods of this small mountain village. Dinner and overnight at your host family. D4: Wed. Jocotenango -BLD Breakfast - 8am @ 12 Spanish lessons - Lunch - In the afternoon, ’’treasure hunt’’, with using a map, students will discover a hidden treasure. In small groups of two or three, they will have to request information from the people. Dinner and overnight at your host family. Alternative option: Latin Dance. D5: Thurs. Jocotenango -BLD Breakfast - 8am @ 12 Spanish lessons - Lunch - This afternoon, visit an interpretive center of Mayan ethnic groups, and a Coffee Tour where he will teach us all the process of the transformation of coffee. Dinner and overnight at your host family. D6: Fri. Jocotenango - Lake Atitlan -BLD Breakfast - 8am @ 12 Spanish lessons - Lunch - This afternoon, departure to the Indian land to the small village of Panajachel, Lake Atitlan. Dinner and overnight in hotel. D7: Sat. Lago Atitlan -BLD Breakfast - Boat expedition on one of the most beautiful lakes in the world with its turquoise waters. Our first stop will be to discover Mayan village of Santiago Atitlán, a small Indian village very picturesque, visit the village and the market. - Lunch - In the afternoon, Zip Line on the Atitlan Reserve, a short hike on marked trails and suspension bridges that will lead us to the first cable (Canopy Tour), panoramic view of the lake, subtropical forest, spider monkeys, coatis, waterfall and coffee. Dinner and overnight in hotel. D8: Sun. Lago Atitlan - Chichicastenango - Guatemala City - BLD Breakfast - On a winding mountain road, transfer to the small picturesque Indian village of Chichicastenango located more than 2,200 m above sea level - Tour of the Indian market which takes place on Thursdays and Sundays. - Lunch - Continue to Guatemala City. Dinner and overnight in hotel. D9 : Mon. Guatemala City - Volcán Pacaya - Guatemala City - BLD Breakfast - 8am @ 12 Spanish Court - Lunch - Departure for our expedition to the active Pacaya volcano ( 2550 m. ) hiking 2.5 hours continuous climb, where you have a view on three majestic volcanoes in the region. Back to Guatemala City, if time permits, visit the Indian market in the city or City Tour. Dinner and overnight in hotel. D10 : Tues . Guatemala City - Your country BLD Breakfast (box lunch) - Transfer to La Aurora International Airport to board the flight to your country, the head full of dreams. End. THE PRICE INCLUDES: - The inputs to the activities mentioned - 4 nights in a category - 5 nights in host family, three or four students by family. - 20hrs of group spanish classes - All meals mentioned with drinks included with meals . - All local land and river transportation. - Guides Spanish guide or English guide - Excursions as mentioned in the program - Fresh water supply (on the road) - 1 cellphone courtesy, included incoming calls. - Right limited to one suitcase and a daypack port. - Website, Facebook, pictures of the day for your family and friends - The Zip line, Lake Atitlan THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE: - International flight - Meals mentioned free - Personal expenses - The outgoing telephone call - Fuel surcharge if applicable. The Spanish courses can be offered in two locations: 1) Antigua 2) San Antonio, a small Mayan village. HOME - ABOUT US - SPANISH SCHOOL - ALL TRIPS What is Sustainable Travel? Sustainable Tourism is tourism that strives to minimize its impact on the environment, to respect local people and cultures, to offer economic benefit to local businesses and communities, and to provide a memorable experience for travelers and protects destinations for future generations. Using small-scale lodging, local transportation, supporting locally-owned businesses, and incorporating community-based ecotourism projects into tours are some ways travel can work towards sustainability. What does a sustainable trip look like? Using efficient local transportation where possible, which also provides more interaction with local people Staying at locally owned accommodations and supporting local businesses, so that the money you spend stays within the families and individuals you encounter along the way, enabling them to grow their community. Encourage the preservation of cultural heritage by appreciating, but not altering, archaeological sites, sampling local cuisine, and learning about traditional customs and belief systems. Visiting local community projects. This will give you a greater understanding of the issues facing local people and learn how individuals are working to strengthen the heath and viability of their communities. You may also have a chance to volunteer and give back during your visit. Support fair trade by purchasing goods directly from the individuals who have made them. Sustainable Operations and Initiatives As a leader in sustainable adventure travel, we are dedicated to offering low-impact tours that bene?t traveler and host alike. We work with local communities, businesses and individuals to develop sustainable tourism opportunities that help local economies while minimizing negative environmental and cultural impacts. While our sustainable tourism policies and operator standards are constantly evolving, our commitment to socially and environmentally conscious travel has been with us since the company's inception. Tour Operation We work closely with all our partners to ensure they operate in accordance with our Ecotourism Operator Standards: Employ local guides, suppliers and operators in the destinations we travel. Maintain small-group sizes to limit negative social and environmental impacts. Homestays are incorporated where possible. When provide private transportation on our comfort and overland tours. UNESCO World Heritage Sites and community-based ecotourism initiatives are incorporated into our tours. Instead of staying in large foreign-owned all-inclusive resorts or hotel chains, we aim to support the local economy by staying in small-scale hotels where possible; otherwise, the best feasible option is employed. Tour Leaders, Porters and Local Guides We take pride in hiring staff that represent Canada Amistad in a responsible manner, as they are the ones who have the biggest direct impact on how your tour is run. To ensure quality leadership amongst our employees: We employ local guides, suppliers and operators in the destinations we travel as they are able to provide our travelers with an insight into local customs, culture, history, flora and fauna. Tour leaders receive training in low-impact travel practices. Tour Leaders must possess First Aid and CPR certification upon being hired. Tour Leaders are encouraged to assist in researching socially and environmentally responsible operators and community-based tourism initiatives that can be incorporated into our tours. Giving Back to the Community While much of the focus is on ensuring travelers are provided an enriching experience, the same goes for the communities we visit and the cities we work in. Sustainability is at the core of our type of travel both near and far. One of our long-standing community-based initiatives 'at home'.

SPANISH SCHOOL PROGRAM FOR GROUP

Spanish Lessons - Educational - Cultural - Social Works
Antigua – Chichicastenango – Atitlan Lake - Guatemala

Theme: Spanish School Lessons Abroad - Cultural - Educational - Sustainable Program
Program: 10 days
Guides: Spanish, English, French and Mayan guide
Hotels: Budget and family hosting
Transport: Bus and small boat
Small group, open for student and adult groups

D1: Sun . Your country / Guatemala /Jocotenango- D
La Aurora airport arrival and welcome by your guide. - Transfer to the city of Jocotenango, close to Antigua. Dinner and overnight at your host families.

D2: Mon. Jocotenango - Antigua– Jocotenango -BLD
Breakfast - 8am @ 12 Spanish lessons - Lunch - In the afternoon, City Tour of Antigua, the oldest colonial city in Central America ¨ classified World Heritage by UNESCO. Program, visit a Jade workshop, ruins, Indian market, and shopping. - Dinner and overnight at your host family.

D3: Tues. Jocotenango - San Antonio – Jocotenango -BLD
Breakfast - 8am @ 12 Spanish lessons. - Lunch - Transfer to a small Mayan village where we will be received by a local family. Participate to making local handicrafts and typical foods of this small mountain village. Dinner and overnight at your host family.

D4: Wed. Jocotenango -BLD
Breakfast - 8am @ 12 Spanish lessons - Lunch - In the afternoon, ’’treasure hunt’’, with using a map, students will discover a hidden treasure. In small groups of two or three, they will have to request information from the people. Dinner and overnight at your host family. Alternative option: Latin Dance.

D5: Thurs. Jocotenango -BLD
Breakfast - 8am @ 12 Spanish lessons - Lunch - This afternoon, visit an interpretive center of Mayan ethnic groups, and a Coffee Tour where he will teach us all the process of the transformation of coffee. Dinner and overnight at your host family.

D6: Fri. Jocotenango - Lake Atitlan -BLD
Breakfast - 8am @ 12 Spanish lessons - Lunch - This afternoon, departure to the Indian land to the small village of Panajachel, Lake Atitlan. Dinner and overnight in hotel.

D7: Sat. Lago Atitlan -BLD
Breakfast - Boat expedition on one of the most beautiful lakes in the world with its turquoise waters. Our first stop will be to discover Mayan village of Santiago Atitlán, a small Indian village very picturesque, visit the village and the market. - Lunch - In the afternoon, Zip Line on the Atitlan Reserve, a short hike on marked trails and suspension bridges that will lead us to the first cable (Canopy Tour), panoramic view of the lake, subtropical forest, spider monkeys, coatis, waterfall and coffee. Dinner and overnight in hotel.

D8: Sun. Lago Atitlan - Chichicastenango - Guatemala City - BLD
Breakfast - On a winding mountain road, transfer to the small picturesque Indian village of Chichicastenango located more than 2,200 m above sea level - Tour of the Indian market which takes place on Thursdays and Sundays. - Lunch - Continue to Guatemala City. Dinner and overnight in hotel.

D9 : Mon. Guatemala City - Volcán Pacaya - Guatemala City - BLD
Breakfast - 8am @ 12 Spanish Court - Lunch - Departure for our expedition to the active Pacaya volcano ( 2550 m. ) hiking 2.5 hours continuous climb, where you have a view on three majestic volcanoes in the region. Back to Guatemala City, if time permits, visit the Indian market in the city or City Tour. Dinner and overnight in hotel.

D10 : Tues . Guatemala City - Your country BLD
Breakfast (box lunch) - Transfer to La Aurora International Airport to board the flight to your country, the head full of dreams. End.

THE PRICE INCLUDES:
- The inputs to the activities mentioned
- 4 nights in a category **
- 5 nights in host family, three or four students by family.
- 20hrs of group spanish classes
- All meals mentioned with drinks included with meals .
- All local land and river transportation.
- Guides Spanish guide or English guide
- Excursions as mentioned in the program
- Fresh water supply (on the road)
- 1 cellphone courtesy, included incoming calls.
- Right limited to one suitcase and a daypack port.
- Website, Facebook, pictures of the day for your family and friends
- The Zip line, Lake Atitlan

THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- International flight
- Meals mentioned free
- Personal expenses
- The outgoing telephone call
- Fuel surcharge if applicable.

** The Spanish courses can be offered in two locations:
1) Antigua
2) San Antonio, a small Mayan village.

HOME - ABOUT US - SPANISH SCHOOL - ALL TRIPS

What is Sustainable Travel?
Sustainable Tourism is tourism that strives to minimize its impact on the environment, to respect local people and cultures, to offer economic benefit to local businesses and communities, and to provide a memorable experience for travelers and protects destinations for future generations. Using small-scale lodging, local transportation, supporting locally-owned businesses, and incorporating community-based ecotourism projects into tours are some ways travel can work towards sustainability.
What does a sustainable trip look like?

Using efficient local transportation where possible, which also provides more interaction with local people

Staying at locally owned accommodations and supporting local businesses, so that the money you spend stays within the families and individuals you encounter along the way, enabling them to grow their community.

Encourage the preservation of cultural heritage by appreciating, but not altering, archaeological sites, sampling local cuisine, and learning about traditional customs and belief systems.

Visiting local community projects. This will give you a greater understanding of the issues facing local people and learn how individuals are working to strengthen the heath and viability of their communities. You may also have a chance to volunteer and give back during your visit.

Support fair trade by purchasing goods directly from the individuals who have made them.

Sustainable Operations and Initiatives
As a leader in sustainable adventure travel, we are dedicated to offering low-impact tours that bene?t traveler and host alike. We work with local communities, businesses and individuals to develop sustainable tourism opportunities that help local economies while minimizing negative environmental and cultural impacts. While our sustainable tourism policies and operator standards are constantly evolving, our commitment to socially and environmentally conscious travel has been with us since the company's inception.

Tour Operation
We work closely with all our partners to ensure they operate in accordance with our Ecotourism Operator Standards:

Employ local guides, suppliers and operators in the destinations we travel.
Maintain small-group sizes to limit negative social and environmental impacts.
Homestays are incorporated where possible.
When provide private transportation on our comfort and overland tours.
UNESCO World Heritage Sites and community-based ecotourism initiatives are incorporated into our tours.

Instead of staying in large foreign-owned all-inclusive resorts or hotel chains, we aim to support the local economy by staying in small-scale hotels where possible; otherwise, the best feasible option is employed.

Tour Leaders, Porters and Local Guides
We take pride in hiring staff that represent Canada Amistad in a responsible manner, as they are the ones who have the biggest direct impact on how your tour is run. To ensure quality leadership amongst our employees:

We employ local guides, suppliers and operators in the destinations we travel as they are able to provide our travelers with an insight into local customs, culture, history, flora and fauna.

Tour leaders receive training in low-impact travel practices.

Tour Leaders must possess First Aid and CPR certification upon being hired.

Tour Leaders are encouraged to assist in researching socially and environmentally responsible operators and community-based tourism initiatives that can be incorporated into our tours.

Giving Back to the Community
While much of the focus is on ensuring travelers are provided an enriching experience, the same goes for the communities we visit and the cities we work in. Sustainability is at the core of our type of travel both near and far. One of our long-standing community-based initiatives 'at home'.