Coffee isn’t just a drink in Guatemala – it’s a way of life! Since coffee was first introduced to Guatemala in the 18th century, it has rapidly grown to become the country’s main export, as well as a big part of local traditions. On this Antigua Guatemala tour, you're going to dig into the history of the bean and get a full hands-on coffee culture experience.  Your Antigua Guatemala tour will start with a short bus ride to the town of San Miguel Escobar, where you'll meet with a representative of the Farmers Cooperative. From that point on, you'll be diving into Guatemalan coffee culture, learning about the whole process from bean to brew, as well as the history of coffee in this corner of the globe. You'll explore coffee plantations and learn about the different varieties of plants being farmed in the region. You may even get your own hands dirty, helping to plant coffee seedlings or harvesting the beans. You'll also visit the home of a local coffee farmer and sip a cup of homemade brew with the family.  From there, you'll take a bus back to Antigua, where you'll get dropped off at the local market. You'll wander through the market and visit some of the many fresh fruit and vegetable stands, so you can sample a variety of local produce. You'll then head to the tasty “comedores” section of the market (food stands) and try some of the most popular regional dishes of Guatemala.