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Encounter Midwest
SCHEDULE
EVENT INFO
FAQ
WEDNESDAY
DAY ONE
9:45 PM
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Arrive in Guatemala
Take Uber to Chabad of Antigua or call driver Jennifer (suggested for females) +50233122391 (+/-$20)
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10:30 PM
Dinner & Check - In
Dinner will be available at Chabad of Antigua. Check-in to your hotel and get ready for the adventure that awaits.
THURSDAY
DAY TWO
8 AM
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Davening & Breakfast
Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast, served at Chabad of Antigua
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10 AM
Hobbitenango Viewpoint
7000 feet above the city with the most spectacular views of the countryside and hills speckled with hobbit-styled homes.
12 PM
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Head to
Acatenango Volcano
- Overnight camping experience -
Take in the breathtaking views of this incredible drive/climb to the basecamp of the most majestic volcano in Guatemala.
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Watch the flares and eruptions of the neighboring volcano Fuego paint the evening sky with molten lava.
FRIDAY
DAY THREE
12 PM
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Return From Hike
Open time to see the city / get a massage / relax and get ready for Shabbos.
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6:45PM
Candle Lighting
Light Shabbat candles with our entire group, ushering in a truly meaningful Shabbat: one you will remember forever!
7 PM
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Shabbat Davening
Enjoy spirited Shabbat services at Chabad of Antigua.
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7:30PM
Dinner & Roundtable Discussion
Shabbat dinner's never tasted this good. The company has never been better. The vibe is electric!
SHABBAT
DAY THREE
9 AM - 7PM
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Shabbat
Spend a meaningful and spirited Shabbos at Chabad of Antigua with new and old friends.
SHABBAT
DAY THREE
9 AM
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Davening & Breakfast
Enjoy a lavish breakfast spread at Chabad Antigua.
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11 AM
ATV Tour Begins
Join us on a tour of Antigua, getting an authentic taste of this culturally rich South American city.
2 PM
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Lunch & Coffee Production Tour
Guatemala is known for many things. Volcanoes, beautiful scenery and their bold coffee. Smell the smells and get ready to be engaged as we take a hands -on tour of one of Antigua's coffee production centers.
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3 PM
Stop in a Local Village
Join us on a tour of one of the small villages on the outskirts of Antigua. This village dating back to the 1400s is rich in medieval architecture, friendly people and gorgeous sites.
5 PM
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Dinner &
Head To Airport
Dinner will be served at Chabad of Antigua.
The formal program concludes.
We're already looking forward to next time!
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