Product Code:31681372
Explore the Colonial Cities of Mexico - Mexico City; Patzcuaro; Guadalajara; Guanajuato and Queretaro
Boat trip in Xochimilco in Ciudad de México, to the island of Janitzio in Patzcuaro lake. .
City tour in : Mexico City, Guadalajara, Guanajuato, Teotihuacan.
Evening tour Plaza de Garibaldi in Ciudad de Mexico., Tlaquepaque neighborhood in Guadalajara.
Admission ticket: Cabañas Hospice and Mundo Cuervo Tequila Distillery in Guadalajara, To the Sanctuary of Atotonilco, archaeological site of Teotihuacán.
Funicular: Ascent to the Pípila in Guanajuato.
Mexico City
Welcome to Mexico. Transfer to hotel and free time.
Arrival, our guide will contact you late in the afternoon or provide information through the informative panels in the hotel reception area.
Mexico City
Breakfast:Hotel Dinner:Local restaurant |
Today we have a fantastic day acquaint ourselves with Mexico. We include a sightseeing tour of the city. We will visit the Plaza of Three Cultures, and the historic centre in which the Zócalo (main square) and its Metropolitan Cathedral stand out, the main Aztec temple, Chapultepec Park, the “Paseo de la Reforma” Avenue and the other main avenues of this impressive city.
At the end of the visit we travel to the BASILICA OF GUADALUPE, the most visited Catholic temple in the Americas where the Virgin of Guadalupe is found. There we will be able to explore the old basilica dating back to the 18th Century and also the modern temple.
In the afternoon we travel to the neighbourhood of XOCHIMILCO, a wonderful place with its canals and semi-floating gardens. Here we include a ride in a “trajinera”, one of the boats festooned with flowers.
In the evening we include a transfer to the Plaza de GARIBALDI, with its many bars, restaurants and bars where tacos and tequila are served and the Mariachis sing. Dinner is included in a traditional restaurant
Mexico City - El oro de hidalgo - Mine two star - Tlalpujahua - Patzcuaro
Breakfast:Hotel |
We’ll begin our journey by visiting El Oro de Hidalgo, a charming Pueblo Mágico that was once one of Mexico’s main mining centers. The gold and silver mines attracted investors and workers from all over the world, and today you’ll find European-style buildings, such as the old train station and Teatro Juárez. We’ll continue through an area of hills and forests where monarch butterflies migrate for the winter, and visit Mina de las Dos Estrellas, a mine-turned-museum that highlights the region’s rich mining history and culture. Next, we’ll head to Tlalpujahua, another Pueblo Mágico in Michoacán, with a magnificent Baroque sanctuary and cobblestone streets. This town is famous for its handcrafted Christmas decorations, and you’ll be surprised by the presence of Santa Claus in many of its shops. There will be free time to stroll and enjoy lunch. We’ll then continue to Pátzcuaro, one of the most beautiful colonial cities in Mexico, with pre-Hispanic origins. Its colonial architecture, artisan markets, and unique atmosphere make it an unforgettable destination.
Patzcuaro - Morelia - Cuitzeo del porvenir - Guadalajara
Breakfast:Hotel |
We’ll depart for Morelia, the capital of Michoacán, a city declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its magnificent pink stone architecture and historic center. Highlights include the Cathedral, Plaza de Armas, and its university, founded in 1540. You’ll have free time to explore and enjoy lunch. We’ll then continue to Cuitzeo del Porvenir, located next to Mexico’s second-largest lake. Here, you can visit the Ex-Convent of Santa María Magdalena, a Plateresque-style architectural gem from the 16th century, and stroll through the town’s cobblestone streets lined with historic buildings. Our journey will conclude in Guadalajara, the capital of Jalisco, a vibrant colonial city known as the birthplace of Mariachi music and Tequila. Arrival is expected in the evening.
Guadalajara
Breakfast:Hotel |
In the morning we include a visit to Guadalajara, the modern metropolis with its colonial historic center, its cathedral, its market, its Tapatía square. We will enter the Cabañas Hospice, declared Unesco World Heritage. After the visit, we will go on to the next town of TEQUILA, we include entrance to the MUNDO CUERVO distillery and will see how this famous Mexican drink is made (entrance and tasting included). After this, time for a stroll and lunch in the picturesque town of Tequila. After lunch, we return to Guadalajara.
Guadalajara - Guanajuato
Breakfast:Hotel |
We travel to the state of GUANAJUATO. Arrival at midday. In the afternoon we include a city tour of this very beautiful university city declared World Heritage, its steep slopes, its narrow streets, its churches, and we also include a cable car ride to admire the view from “el Pípila”.
Guanajuato - Dolores Hidalgo - San Miguel de Allende - Queretaro
Breakfast:Hotel |
Amidst the mountains, we will travel to DOLORES HIDALGO, the city that is the cradle of Mexican independence. Afterwards we head to SAN MIGUEL DE ALLENDE, a beautiful city with vice regal architecture and cobbled streets declared World Heritage. Time for a stroll. In the afternoon, we visit the ATOTONILCO Sanctuary, known as the “Century of God and the Patria”, World Heritage site (sometimes it will not be possible to visit inside due to the retreats that take place there). We then go to QUERETARO, with its very beautiful colonial center, its main square, its busy restaurants and pedestrian streets.
Queretaro - Tula - Puebla - Val quirico - Mexico City
Breakfast:Hotel |
We’ll depart for Tula, the ancient capital of the Toltecs. Admission to its archaeological site is included. The Atlantean figures, imposing four-meter-tall warrior statues, are the site’s main attraction. You’ll also see pyramids, palaces, and carved columns, showcasing the sophistication of this pre-Hispanic civilization. We’ll then arrive in Puebla, a historic city renowned for its culinary traditions, colonial architecture, and ceramics. Highlights include its impressive Renaissance cathedral and its lively main square. Next, we’ll head to Val’Quirico, where the European-inspired architecture, particularly reminiscent of Italy’s Tuscany, and its medieval style will transport you to another era. Arrival in Mexico City is expected around 08:30 p.m.
Departure
Breakfast:Hotel |
Breakfast. End of our services. Transfer from the hotel to the airport not included.
Pick up at Mexico City airport upon arrival
General Services: Travel by bus with English speaking guide, basic travel insurance and breakfast buffet.
Includes arrival transfer
Boat: Boat trip in Xochimilco in Ciudad de México.
City tour in : Mexico City, Guadalajara, Guanajuato.
Evening Transfer: Plaza de Garibaldi in Ciudad de Mexico., Tlaquepaque neighborhood in Guadalajara.
Transfer: Basilica of Guadalupe in Ciudad de Mexico.
Ticket admission: Cabañas Hospice and Mundo Cuervo Tequila Distillery in Guadalajara, Sanctuary of Atotonilco in San Miguel de Allende.
Funicular: Ascent to the Pípila in Guanajuato.
1 Lunch or Dinner Included in: Mexico City.
PAYMENT TERMS
A deposit of C$500 per person is required within 3days after booking confirmation.
Balance Payment due on 45days prior to departure.
CANCELLATIONS
Customer may cancel the booked or confirmed services at any time, whereby they are entitled to a refund for the amount paid, but must compensate the agency, except in cases of force majeure, as per the following: The processing costs plus the cancellation cost, if these have been incurred, once the journey has been confirmed and regardless of the departure date.
At time of booking confirmation: CAD500 or equivalent in local currency.
45 days or more before arrival city/country CAD500 Nil.
Less than 45 to 31 days CAD500 + 10% of basic land tour component
Less than 30 to 21 days CAD500 + 20% of basic land tour component
Less than 20 to 8 days CAD500 + 30% of basic land tour component
Less than 7 day or No Show 100% of land tour component
No shows at the start of the trip, without prior cancellation, will not be entitled to any refund (except force majeure cases, which will be examined on a case-by-case basis).
Different cancellation conditions apply for some programs (circuits that include train / airplane / cruise) and during particularly difficult dates (fairs, special events, periods involving increased hotel booking difficulties).
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