Colonial Mexico
Colonial Mexico
Colonial Mexico
9 Days Starting and ending in Mexico City, Mexico
Visiting: Mexico City, Morelia, Guadalajara, Guanajuato, Queretaro, Teotihuacan
Tour operator:
Tour code:
29499
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
36 - 72
Age range:
3-85
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Mexico with the "Colonial Mexico" tour. Discover the vibrant culture and rich history of Mexico City with visits to iconic sites like the Plaza of Three Cultures, Zócalo, and Chapultepec Park. Experience the spiritual allure of the Basilica of Guadalupe and enjoy a colorful trajinera ride in Xochimilco. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Morelia and the charming colonial village of Patzcuaro. Delve into the ancient history of Tzintzuntzan and the natural beauty of Lake Chapala. In Guadalajara, savor the flavors of Tequila at the Mundo Cuervo distillery. Wander through the picturesque streets of San Miguel De Allende and marvel at the majestic pyramids of Teotihuacan. This cultural odyssey offers a perfect blend of sightseeing, history, and local flavors, promising an unforgettable Mexican adventure.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Mexico City
Location: Mexico City
Accommodation Name: hotel
Welcome to Mexico. Transfer to hotel and free time. Our guide will contact you late in the afternoon.
Day 2 : Mexico City
Location: Mexico City
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
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.
Day 3 : Mexico City, Morelia, Patzcuaro
Location: Morelia
Accommodation Name: hotel
We leave México DF, and amidst green countryside we enter the state of Michoacán. We travel to MORELIA, the splendid Michoacán capital whose center, with its magnificent cathedral, was declared UNESCO World Heritage. Time for lunch and a stroll in the center. After this, we see PATZCUARO, a pretty colonial village with its outstanding Basilica of Our Lady of Health and the house of the eleven courtyards which today is a craft center. Night in this “magical village”.
Day 4 : Patzcuaro, Tzintzuntzan, Chapala, Tlaquepaque, Guadalajara
Location: Guadalajara
Accommodation Name: hotel
We set out for the state of Jalisco. We stop in TZINTZUNTZAN to know this town next to Lake Patzcuaro, which was the most important city of the Purepecha empire. We will visit the Franciscan Convent of Santa Ana, with its olive trees almost five hundred years old. In front of it are the Yácatas, ancient Purepecha Pyramids. We´ll see Lake Chapala, the largest natural lake in Mexico, surrounded by mountains. CHAPALA, time for a stroll and lunch in this small touristic city by the lake. We stop in the TLAQUEPAQUE district with its picturesque streets full of shops and craftsmen. Arrival in GUADALAJARA, capital of Jalisco and birthplace of Mariachi and Tequila.
Day 5 : Guadalajara
Location: Guadalajara
Accommodation Name: 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.
Day 6 : Guadalajara, Guanajuato
Location: Guanajuato
Accommodation Name: 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”.
Day 7 : Guanajuato, Dolores Hidalgo, San Miguel De Allende, Queretaro
Location: Queretaro
Accommodation Name: 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.
Day 8 : Queretaro, Teotihuacan, Mexico City
Location: Teotihuacan
Accommodation Name: hotel
We travel to TEOTIHUACAN, in Náhuatl “the place where men become gods”, one of the most impressive cities in the ancient world. Here we admire the pyramids of the sun and the moon, entrance and tour. Continuation to MEXICO CITY, arrival at lunchtime.
Day 9 : Mexico City
Location: Mexico City
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast. End of our services. Transfer from the hotel to the airport not included.
What's Included
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Sightseeing Tour in Mexico City
A sightseeing tour of Mexico City including visits to the Plaza of Three Cultures, the historic center, the Zócalo, the Metropolitan Cathedral, the main Aztec temple, Chapultepec Park, and the Paseo de la Reforma Avenue.
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Visit to Basilica of Guadalupe
A visit to the Basilica of Guadalupe, the most visited Catholic temple in the Americas.
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Trajinera Ride in Xochimilco
A ride in a 'trajinera', a boat festooned with flowers, in the neighborhood of Xochimilco.
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Dinner in Plaza de Garibaldi
Dinner in a traditional restaurant in Plaza de Garibaldi, where tacos and tequila are served and Mariachis sing.
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City Tour of Morelia
A city tour of Morelia, including a visit to its magnificent cathedral.
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Visit to Patzcuaro
A visit to Patzcuaro, including the Basilica of Our Lady of Health and the house of the eleven courtyards.
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Visit to Tzintzuntzan
A visit to Tzintzuntzan, including the Franciscan Convent of Santa Ana and the Yácatas, ancient Purepecha Pyramids.
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Visit to Lake Chapala
A visit to Lake Chapala, the largest natural lake in Mexico.
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Visit to Tlaquepaque
A visit to the Tlaquepaque district with its picturesque streets full of shops and craftsmen.
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City Tour of Guadalajara
A city tour of Guadalajara, including visits to its colonial historic center, cathedral, market, and Tapatía square.
What's Not Included
Airport TransferTransfer from the hotel to the airport is not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel through Mexico in comfort, with included transfers between cities and guided tours to explore the country's historical and cultural landmarks.
Accommodation
Stay in comfortable hotels throughout the tour, providing a relaxing retreat after each day's exploration of Mexico's rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes.
Check out our Q&As
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What unique experiences are included in the tour of Mexico City?
In Mexico City, the tour includes a sightseeing tour of the city's historic center, a visit to the Basilica of Guadalupe, a ride in a 'trajinera' in Xochimilco, and dinner in a traditional restaurant in Plaza de Garibaldi with Mariachi music.
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What can I expect during the visit to Tequila?
During the visit to Tequila, you will enter the Mundo Cuervo distillery to see how tequila is made, and you will have the opportunity to taste this famous Mexican drink.
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What historical sites will be visited in Guanajuato?
In Guanajuato, the tour includes a city tour of this beautiful university city, a visit to its steep slopes, narrow streets, and churches, and a cable car ride to admire the view from 'el Pípila'.
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What is special about the visit to Teotihuacan?
The visit to Teotihuacan includes a tour of this ancient city, where you will admire the impressive pyramids of the sun and the moon.
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Will there be opportunities to explore local crafts and shopping?
Yes, the tour includes a visit to the Tlaquepaque district, known for its picturesque streets full of shops and craftsmen.
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