ITINERARY
Day 1. ARRIVAL IN MEXICO CITY - DINNER AT VILLA MARIA
Arrival at Mexico City International Airport, reception and welcome by NILTZE MEXICO TRAVEL staff. During the transfer to the Hotel the guide will give indications about the tours, check in at the hotel (rooms are delivered from 3:00 p.m.) (This day it is not possible to include breakfast). In the evening gourmet Mexican dinner with mariachis at the excellent Villa Maria restaurant located in Polanco, typically decorated in Mexican style, (drinks not included). Return to the hotel, overnight.
Day 2. BASILICA - TEOTIHUACÁN
After breakfast we will go to the Plaza de las Tres Culturas and see the old market of Tlatelolco, continue to the Basilica of the Virgin of Guadalupe, Sanctuary of the Patroness of Mexicans, where we can admire the genuine mantle of Juan Diego with the Virgin, time to hear mass guaranteed. We will continue our tour of the archaeological site of Teotihuacan, where we will visit the pyramids of the Sun and the Moon, as well as other ruins of equal importance, plus a brief explanation on the production of pulque "El Licor Blanco" (traditional drink of pre-Hispanic Mexico) and obsidian handicrafts. Return to the hotel.
Day 3. TOUR CD DE MEXICO - COYOACAN - XOCHIMILCO
After breakfast we will start the tour of the Historic Center of the "City of Palaces" as it was once called for its beautiful colonial buildings, you will visit: the Constitution Square or Zocalo, the National Palace with the famous murals of Diego Rivera (if the authorities allow it) the magnificent Metropolitan Cathedral and the ruins of the Templo Mayor Azteca (from the pre-Hispanic era) panoramic view of the main avenues and monuments. We will continue the tour making a stop in the center of Coyoacan, located in the south of Mexico City, with perhaps the most pleasant atmosphere for its quiet streets and stately mansions, in which it is possible to walk through its beautiful squares, art galleries and restaurants. Then we continue to the ancient canals of Xochimilco, cultural heritage of humanity, where we will embark a typical trajinera (boat) decorated with bright colors and appreciate the chinampas (islets with crops of flowers and vegetables) and the most typical Mexican tradition. On the way back we will pass by the University City (UNAM) to admire the murals of Juan O'gorman, the Olympic Stadium Mexico 68, the National Library and the Rectory buildings. Return to the hotel.
Day 4. CUERNAVACA - TAXCO
After breakfast we will depart to the Magical Town of Taxco, a small colonial town located at the foot of the slopes of the Sierra Madre del Sur with a unique style of architecture which stands out for its cobblestone streets with white houses with red tile roofs. The iron balconies on the windows are usually overflowing with beautiful hanging flowers. Taxco is also known as the silver producing capital of Mexico so you will find a wide variety of silver items to buy. We will enjoy some free time on the cobblestone streets, visit the cathedral of Santa Prisca and enjoy the atmosphere of a typical Mexican town. Return to Mexico City.
Day 5. CHOLULA - PUEBLA (operates Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays) -
After breakfast we will head to the State of Puebla, observing the Popocatepetl and Iztaccihuatl volcanoes en route. We will visit (panoramic tour) the archaeological site of Cholula with the largest pyramid in the world according to its base and the Church of Remedios. We continue to the capital of the state with its colonial architecture decorated mostly with tiles, we will see its beautiful Cathedral, the Main Square, the Chapel of the Rosary and the Temple of Santo Domingo. Free time for shopping. Return to Mexico City.
Day 6. MEXICO
After breakfast we will enjoy the rest of the day at leisure for personal activities or optional tours. Overnight.
Day 7. MEXICO CITY AIRPORT
After breakfast included at the scheduled time transfer to the airport to take the flight back home (independent of the time of transfer to the airport, the room must be vacated by 12:00 noon at the latest, i.e. half an hour before departure). (regardless of the time of transfer to the airport, the room must be vacated by 12:00 noon at the latest, i.e. half day). END OF OUR SERVICES (This day it is not possible to include lunch or dinner).
