How to Plan Your Antigua Sip ‘n Cycle Half-Day Bike Ride and Coffee Tour

If you’re planning a trip to Antigua Guatemala, you won’t want to miss out on the Antigua Sip ‘n Cycle Half-Day Bike Ride and Coffee Tour. This tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the beautiful countryside outside Antigua, learn about coffee production, and taste some of the best coffee in the region. In this post, we will guide you through the planning process and everything you need to know before booking the tour.

Experience

The Antigua Sip ‘n Cycle Half-Day Bike Ride and Coffee Tour will take you on a journey through the beautiful valley outside Antigua to Finca Azotea, a coffee farm located in Jocotenango. Along the way, you’ll learn about the history of coffee production in Guatemala, see how coffee is planted, harvested and produced, and sample some of the best coffee in the region. You’ll get to enjoy the beautiful scenery as you ride through the valley and gain insight into the Guatemalan coffee culture.

Highlights

Here are some of the highlights of the Antigua Sip ‘n Cycle Half-Day Bike Ride and Coffee Tour:

Bike ride through coffee plantation

You will have the opportunity to ride your bike through the mazes of a coffee plantation and admire the coffee beans that grow and flourish. You’ll get to witness firsthand all the work that goes into growing and harvesting the beans, and see the various stages of production.

Coffee tasting

This tour offers a unique opportunity to sample various blends of some of the best Guatemalan coffee. You’ll get to taste different roasts and blends and learn about the unique flavor characteristics of each one.

Coffee production education

Learn how coffee is planted harvested and produced on the farm. Our knowledgeable guides will walk you through the entire process of coffee production, from seed to cup. You’ll come away with a deeper understanding and appreciation of the work and skill that goes into producing your morning cup of joe.

Museums and handicrafts

In addition to the coffee farm, the Antigua Sip ‘n Cycle Half-Day Bike Ride and Coffee Tour includes visits to the Mayan music and textile museums and an opportunity to admire the locally crafted jade handicrafts.

Easy cycling

The tour is designed for riders of all skill levels. There’s no technical riding involved, and the ride to the farm and back to Antigua is around 25 minutes each way, making it a low-impact way to explore the countryside.

Full Description

The Antigua Sip ‘n Cycle Half-Day Bike Ride and Coffee Tour starts in the center of colonial Antigua, where you’ll meet your guides and fellow riders. You’ll be outfitted with a Kona mountain bike, complete with Shimano components, a bicycle helmet and gloves, and a bike-mounted 1-liter water bottle (that you get to keep!).

Once everyone is set to ride, you’ll head out of the city towards the coffee farm. The guides will orient you to the cycling route and make sure everyone is comfortable before setting off. You’ll enjoy a fun and casual ride through the valley, taking in the beautiful scenery of the surrounding countryside.

Upon reaching Finca Azotea, you will get off your bikes and start the coffee tour. You’ll learn about the process of coffee production from planting and harvesting the beans to the final stages of roasting and packaging. There are informative stations set up explaining every part of the process. You’ll also get to see the coffee plants up close and smell and taste the coffee in different stages of production.

After the coffee tour, it’s time for a coffee tasting. You’ll get to sample different roasts and blends of Guatemalan coffee and learn about the unique brewing methods used by the farm. You’ll have the chance to purchase any coffee you enjoyed during the tasting.

On the way back to Antigua, you’ll stop off at the Mayan music and textile museums and have an opportunity to admire the locally crafted jade handicrafts. After the museum visit, you’ll get back on your bikes and head back to central Antigua.

Booking Your Tour

Ready to book your Antigua Sip ‘n Cycle Half-Day Bike Ride and Coffee Tour? You can reserve your spot through GetYourGuide.com. Use the following link to book the tour: book the tour here.

The tour price includes all entrance fees to areas and facilities visited but does not cover tips for your guide. The cycling equipment is provided, and you get to keep the bike-mounted 1-liter water bottle.

Conclusion

The Antigua Sip ‘n Cycle Half-Day Bike Ride and Coffee Tour is a fantastic opportunity to explore the countryside outside of Antigua and learn about the history and process of making coffee in Guatemala. Whether you’re a coffee lover or just looking for a fun way to explore the region, this tour is not to be missed. Book your spot today and get ready for an unforgettable experience!