VICEREGAL CORNERS
Mex – Ptz – Gdl – Gto – Qro
09 DAYS / 08 NIGHTS
Travel through Mexico on an unforgettable journey through magical towns, colonial cities, and World Heritage Sites, enjoying its history, culture, cuisine, and traditions in nine unique days.
ARRIVAL IN MEXICO CITY ON SUNDAY
DAY 01. (SUN) TRANSFER IN MEXICO CITY
Reception at the Mexico City international airport “Benito Juarez”, transfer to the hotel of your choice and lodging.
DAY 02. (MON) MEXICO CITY / BASILICA OF GUADALUPE / XOCHIMILCO
Breakfast. In the morning, we will take a panoramic tour of the city, where we will visit the Plaza de las Tres Culturas, the historic center with its Zócalo and Metropolitan Cathedral, the Aztec Temple Mayor, Chapultepec Park, Paseo de la Reforma, and the main avenues of this impressive city. Afterwards, we will visit the BASILICA OF GUADALUPE, the most visited Catholic temple in America, where we will see the old 18th-century basilica and the modern temple. In the afternoon, we will visit the XOCHIMILCO neighborhood, a wonderful place with canals and semi-floating gardens where we will take a ride on a “trajinera.” In the evening, we will have dinner at a typical restaurant and enjoy the Plaza de Garibaldi, full of numerous cantinas, restaurants, and bars where tacos and tequila are served while you listen to traditional mariachi music.
DAY 03. (TUE) MEXICO CITY – EL ORO DE HIDALGO – MINA DE LAS DOS ESTRELLAS – TLAPUJAHUA - PÁTZCUARO
Breakfast. We will first travel to the Magical Town of EL ORO DE HIDALGO, which was one of Mexico’s main mining centers. Gold and silver mining attracted investors and workers from all over the world, and we will find European-style buildings (such as the old station or the Juárez theater). We will continue our route through the mountains and forests where monarch butterflies spend the winter, and we will visit LA MINA DE LAS DOS ESTRELLAS, a mine-museum that promotes the region’s mining history and culture. We will visit the Magical Town of TLALPUJAHUA in Michoacán, with its magnificent Baroque sanctuary and cobbled streets. This town is known for the manufacture of Christmas decorations. We will be surprised by the presence of Santa Claus in many of its shops. Time for lunch (lunch not included).
We will continue on to the Magical Town of PÁTZCUARO, one of the most beautiful colonial cities in Mexico, with pre-Hispanic origins. Its colonial architecture, craft markets, and atmosphere make it unforgettable. Lodging.
DAY 04. (WED) PÁTZCUARO - MORELIA - CUITZEO DEL PORVENIR - GUADALAJARA
Breakfast. We will depart for MORELIA, capital of Michoacán, a city declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, known for its magnificent pink stone architecture and historic center, highlights include the Cathedral and the Plaza de Armas, its university was founded in 1540. Time for a stroll and lunch. We will continue our route to CUITZEO DEL PORVENIR, located next to the second largest lake in Mexico, where you can visit the former Convent of Santa María Magdalena, with its 16th-century Plateresque architecture, and stroll through its cobbled streets and historic buildings. We will continue to GUADALAJARA, capital of the state of Jalisco, a colonial city and birthplace of mariachis and tequila. Lodging
DAY 05. (THUR) GUADALAJARA
Breakfast. In the morning, we will visit Guadalajara, a modern metropolis with its colonial historic center, cathedral, market, and Plaza Tapatía. We will visit the Hospicio Cabañas, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. After the visit, we will depart for the Magical Town of TEQUILA, including admission to the MUNDO CUERVO distillery to learn about the process of making the famous Mexican drink (admission and tasting included). We will have free time for lunch in Tequila. (Lunch not included). Return to Guadalajara. Lodging.
DAY 06. (FRI) GUADALAJARA – GUANAJUATO
Breakfast. We will leave the hotel and head towards the state of GUANAJUATO. In the afternoon, we will visit the beautiful university city, declared a World Heritage Site, with its steep slopes, narrow streets, and temples. We will take the funicular up “El Pípila” to admire the panoramic view of the city. Lodging.
DAY 07. (SAT). GUANAJUATO - DOLORES HIDALGO - SAN MIGUEL DE ALLENDE - QUERÉTARO
Breakfast. We will travel through the mountains to DOLORES HIDALGO, the birthplace of Mexican independence. Afterwards, we will visit SAN MIGUEL DE ALLENDE, a beautiful World Heritage city with colonial architecture and cobbled streets. Time for a stroll. In the afternoon, we will visit the Sanctuary of ATOTONILCO, known as the “Sanctuary of God and the Fatherland,” also a World Heritage Site (sometimes we will not be able to visit the interior due to retreats being held there). Later, we will arrive in QUERÉTARO, with its beautiful colonial center, main square, lively restaurants, and pedestrian streets. Lodging.
DAY 08. (SUN) TULA - PUEBLA – VAL’QUIRICO – MEXICO CITY
Breakfast. We will depart for TULA and visit its archaeological site, the ancient capital of the Toltecs. Its main attraction is the Atlanteans, imposing figures of warriors four meters high. In addition, there are pyramids, palaces, and carved columns that reflect the sophistication of this pre-Hispanic civilization. We will arrive in PUEBLA, a historic city known for its culinary tradition, colonial architecture, and ceramics. Its large Renaissance cathedral and lively main square are particularly noteworthy. We will then depart for VALQUIRICO, where we will admire its architecture inspired by the European countryside, especially Italian Tuscany, and its medieval style that transports you back to that beautiful era. Return to Mexico City.
DAY 09. (MON) TRANSFER OUT MEXICO CITY
Breakfast. At the designated time, transfer to Mexico City airport.
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