5 days tour

Colonial Mexico

Colonial Mexico

This tour includes:

Others

Teotihuacan tour Tula tour Queretaro tour San Miguel de Allende tour Dolores Hidalgo tour Guanajuato lookout visit Diego Rivera birthplace visit Alhรณndiga de Granaditas visit Guanajuato tour

Accommodation

4 nights hotel accommodation Best Western Majestic (or similar) The Mexican president is your neighbor when you stay at the Best Western Majestic, which sits right next to the Zocalo โ€“ the main plaza in Mexico City. That makes exploring the capital a breeze, with the giant Catedral Metropolitana, Templo Mayor and Torre Latinoamericana all within an easy walk. Comfortable rooms, a restaurant serving Mexican dishes, and a bar with epic views makes returning easy too. Hotel Madero (or similar) History and comfort combine at Hotel Madero, a stylish boutique in the heart of Querรฉtaro. Original features have been kept throughout this mid-18th-century building, while the rooms are more modern in style. Tired from all that exploring? Hit up the spa for a massage or facial treatment. El Mesรณn de los Poetas (or similar) Housed in an 18th-century mansion, El Mesรณn de los Poetas has 41 rooms within walking distance of the most important stops in the city, including the Diego Rivera museum and the Alhรณndiga de Granaditas. Thereโ€™s an on-site art gallery for more cultural diversions and a restaurant for a hearty breakfast, while rooms are traditional and comfortable.

Transport

Return airport transfers to Mexico City (MEX)

Guide

Local insider

Meals

4 breakfasts one dinner

Not included:

Others

Airport taxes Mexican tourism fees Transfers (except as specified) Meals and drinks (except as specified) Personal expenses Tips

Flights

Flights are not included.

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

Optional

Other activities and services are not included.

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Itinerary of your trip Colonial Mexico

  • Day 1 Gather With The Gang For A Welcome Dinner And Drinks
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Gather With The Gang For A Welcome Dinner And Drinks

      Welcome to the capital of Mexico, a fizzing metropolis of sumptuous street food, world-leading museums and countless cultural pursuits. After touching down, youโ€™ll be met by a driver and whisked to your hotel. If thereโ€™s enough time, get straight into the streets for a self-guided exploration โ€“ the trendy Roma neighborhoodโ€™s a great place to start. Return to the hotel for 5pm, when youโ€™ll meet our Local Insider and the rest of the group. Get to know each other over a welcome dinner and drinks. 

      Accommodation:

      Best Western Majestic (or similar two-star)

      Activities included:

      Airport transfer

      Welcome dinner and drinks

  • Day 2 Uncover Ancient Pyramids And Warriors In Teotihuacan And Tula
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Uncover Ancient Pyramids And Warriors In Teotihuacan And Tula

      Fuel up at the hotel breakfast, as todayโ€™s adventure will take you back many centuries and youโ€™ll need that energy. Your first stop is Teotihuacan, where giant pyramids watch over the remains of a once-grand pre-Columbian city. Continue your day of time traveling with a tour of Tula, the one-time capital of the Toltecs. You can climb the pyramidal Temple of Quetzalcรณatl to stare down the warrior statues at the top. End the day in Queretaro, a beautiful colonial city of charming plazas and churches. 

      Accommodation:

      Hotel Madero (or similar four-star)

      Activities included:

      Teotihuacan tour

      Tula tour

  • Day 3 Discover The Colonial Delights Of Quretaro, San Miguel And Dolores Hidalgo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Discover The Colonial Delights Of Quretaro, San Miguel And Dolores Hidalgo

      Todayโ€™s all about discovering the architectural beauty of Colonial Mexico. Start with an exploration of Queretaro, before traveling to San Miguel de Allende, where youโ€™ll see the work of leading local artists at Fabrica la Aurora Centro de Arte y Diseno and tour an artisans market. Continue your day of discovery in Dolores Hidalgo, the birthplace of Mexican Independence. Finally, drive to Guanajuato and admire the beautiful colonial architecture from a lookout point. 

      Accommodation:

      El Mesรณn de los Poetas (or similar four-star)

      Activities included:

      Queretaro tour

      San Miguel de Allende tour

      Dolores Hidalgo tour

      Guanajuato lookout visit

  • Day 4 Explore The Very Best Of Beautiful Guanajuato
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Explore The Very Best Of Beautiful Guanajuato

      Today is all about exploring Guanajuato, a 16th-century city founded by the Spanish. Start โ€“ after breakfast, of course โ€“ at the birthplace of muralist Diego Rivera, one of the most important artists in Mexican history. Itโ€™s then on to the Alhรณndiga de Granaditas, once a grain storehouse and fort, now a museum with exhibits covering the Mexican Independence. Finish with an in-depth city tour, taking in the architectural marvels of Guanajuato, its Unesco-listed historic center and beautiful baroque buildings. 

      Accommodation:

      El Mesรณn de los Poetas (or similar four-star)

      Activities included:

      Diego Rivera birthplace visit

      Alhรณndiga de Granaditas visit 

      Guanajuato tour

  • Day 5 Head Back To Mexico City And Say Goodbye To Your New Pals
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Head Back To Mexico City And Say Goodbye To Your New Pals

      Your tour comes to an end today, but not before one last breakfast. Nowโ€™s a good time to swap numbers with your newly found friends. Thereโ€™s a group transfer to Mexico City Airport (MEX), where youโ€™ll bid everyone farewell and continue with your onward journey. Important to note: no outbound flights should be booked to depart before 17:00. 

      Activities included:

      Group transfer to Mexico City airport

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 25 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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