Day 1
Mexico City arrival
Mexico City Downtown & Templo Mayor walking tour
Anthropology Museum “Mexica Hall” visit

*Welcome to Mexico City!
Upon arrival to Mexico City International Airport, you will be Greeted by our representative and the driver then, transferred to your hotel in Mexico City
 
After a couple of hours resting at the hotel, Experience life in one of the largest Cities in the World Admire the so called “La Ciudad de los Palacios” (The City of Palaces) Tour the most important sites in Mexico City Visit the National Palace (outside temporarily closed to the public) Get to know the rich Mexican history of Zocalo, like the Mexicans call it h ere, we will visit Templo Mayor”, archaeological site in the Heart of the City o ur certified local guide will share with you the amazing History of the foundation in this great nation in this very place

Our tour will continue visiting the Metropolitan Cathedral, consider the largest of the Americas
 
Finally, we will visit Mexico City Anthropology Museum where we will tour the “Mexica Hall” consider the most important because of the priceless items displayed here
 
Our journey will end with transfers back to the hotel
 
Overnight Hotel in Mexico City
Meals None

Day 2
Teotihuacan tour
Basilica de Guadalupe visit
“El Angel de la Independencia” photo stop

*Today, after breakfast, meet your local tour guide in the main entrance of your hotel to start with a journey full of History and traditions.
 
First, we will tour the Ancient Mesoamerican City of Teotihuacan. This Archaeological site is worldwide known for its amazing Sun and Moon Pyramids, and the Avenue of the Death. We will see small portion of its Murals that have been exceptionally well preserved.

We will make a stop to enjoy lunch (not included) at a local restaurant with its typical Mexican food. Then, we will get to know the work process for tequila and pulque, traditional Mexican liquors. And of course, we will have Tequila taste…!
 
On the way back to Mexico City, our next stop will be at the beautiful Basilica of our Lady of Guadalupe (Basilica de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe); Roman Catholic Church, National shrine of Mexico. The shrine was built near the Hill of Tepeyac where Our Lady of Guadalupe is believed to have appeared to San Juan Diego.
 
Finally, during Mexico City Panoramic tour in Reforma Avenue, one of the most beautiful Avenues in Mexico, we will make a photo stop at "El Angel de la
Independencia", like the Mexicans name the iconic symbol of Mexico, built in 1910 to commemorate a century of independence.
 
Our journey will end with transfers back to the hotel
 
Overnight Hotel in Mexico City
Meals Continental breakfast in the hotel in Mexico City

Day 3
Cuernavaca & Taxco tour

After early breakfast, we will head southwards to arrive at Cuernavaca, "the city of eternal springtime" whose warm climate attracts visitors year round.
 
Once in Cuernavaca, we will begin our tour, admiring the colonial style and beautiful squares of the historic center stopping at the Cathedral, (founded by the Franciscan Monks who came to Mexico, and considered one of the oldest in America) as well as Cortés Palace, (residence of conquistador Hernán Cortés, which today contains the Cauhnáhuac Museum Temporarily closed If opened, we will have a quick visit inside).
 
The tour continues towards Taxco, a colonial city found on a hill with winding cobbled streets and cozy squares Passing through its historic center we will be captivated by the regal feel of Taxco, whose palaces, squares, streets, and buildings seem to be frozen in time And we will visit the major religious building in the region, the Santa Prisca, one of the largest churches in Mexico.
 
After the tour, the group will enjoy lunch (not included) in a local restaurant and then, free time for souvenir shopping and continue exploring Taxco ay your own pace.
 
Taxco is considered the world's silver capital, and the silver mines and artisanal shops are unmissable here you can buy local silver products at a very reasonable price.
 
Our journey will finish with transfer to the hotel.
 
Overnight: Hotel in Taxco
Meals: Continental breakfast in the hotel in Mexico City.

Day 4
El Rosario “"El Rosario" Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary
(Seasonal from November to March)

Today, after early departure from the hotel, and almost 5 hours trip on the road, our trip will continue with El Rorario Monarch butterfly Sanctuary (Reserve); one of the most important in the central highlands of Michoacán, Mexico; a climb up from the mountain town of Angangueo.
 
Our local guide will lead us the way to admire this beautiful seasonal natural event. This reserve is open from November to March every year, when the butterflies migrate from the beautiful forest from Canada to Mexico.
 
This is a once in a lifetime natural experience you cannot miss…!
 
Then, we will enjoy lunch (not included) in a local restaurant to continue our trip towards San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato.
 
Overnight: Hotel in San Miguel De Allende, Guanajuato.
Meals: Continental breakfast in the hotel in Taxco

Day 5
San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato tour

Today, our group will tour San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, considered one of the most beautiful Colonial Cities in Mexico, listed in the UNESCO World Heritage It is a very attractive where many foreigners live, thanks to its picturesque traditional buildings and peaceful life.
 
During our walking tour of San Miguel downtown, among others, we will visit the Parish of San Miguel Arcángel which is its main Hallmark Before entering the Church, our experienced guide with his explanation will lead us to look up and admire the beautiful bell towers, statues, turrets and gargoyles Make sure to come back at night to admire them accented by bright lights.
Our tour will continue inside where we will see paintings from the 17th and 18th centuries If we are lucky, we will listen the church organ, brought from Germany in the mid 19 th century Then, by the chapels appreciate the artistry of the carvings of saints, including one of St Michael the Archangel.
In the crypts, Mexican War heroes of Independence are buried; as well as the General Anastasio Bustamante, who was president of Mexico on three times.
 
Our tour will finish with a visit to the Handicraft Market, place full of colours and works like the papel maché..
 
The group will enjoy lunch (not included) in a local restaurant Then, free afternoon to continue exploring San Miguel at your own pace.
 
Overnight Hotel in San Miguel De Allende, Guanajuato
Meals Continental breakfast in the hotel in Queretaro

Day 6
Guadalajara City tour

*Today, we will enjoy Guadalajara, one of the most traditional and famous cities of Mexico.
 
At arrival to Guadalajara after traveling 4 30 hrs on the road from San Miguel de Allende, we will make a stop in a local restaurant to enjoy traditional lunch (not included) and a short break before starting the tour.
 
Our tour will start in Guadalajara Historical Center “Zocalo' This is the Capital of the State of Jalisco, worldwide famous for Mariachi & Tequila During our walking tour, among others we will visit the Guadalajara Cathedral and Municipal Palace here the city was founded when the first church was built in 1542.
 
Our tour will continue visiting 'Hospicio Cabañas”, one of the most important buildings in the City and in Mexico since 1997 it is listed in UNESCO World Heritage. Hospicio Cabañas or Museum Cabañas was one of the oldest and largest orphanage and hospital complexes in the Americas During our guided tour, this now turned museum, we will admire the magnum opus frescoes of muralist painter José Clemente Orozco, one of the most representatives and controvert painters of Mexico.
 
Our tour will finish with transfer to the hotel in Guadalajara.
 
At early evening, an optional visit to the Casa Bariachi is included This is a Folkloric Restaurant Bar with live show including Mariachis until 21 00 hrs (+€ own bill).
 
Finally, to finish the day, on our way back to the hotel, we will make a photo stop to the beautiful Teatro Degollado a neoclassical Mexican theatre compared with the Wiener Musikverein, “Concert hall in Vienna”.
 
Overnight Hotel in Guadalajara, Jalisco
Meals Continental breakfast in hotel in San Miguel de Allende.

Day 7
“Tequila Experience”, Tequila Jalisco town tour

*Our journey will continue with a “Tequila Experience!”!
 
After 1 hour trip on the road, we will arrive to Tequila, Jalisco; town which gives the name to “Tequila”, one of the most famous liquors in the world…!
 
We will visit one of the local traditional Tequila houses (Factory-distillery) where we will learn about its production.
 
The first part of the tour will be visiting the agave fields with “jima” (agave harvesting) demonstration, to continue with a visit to the factory. These factories are considered the oldest distilleries in Latin America.
Once in the factory, we will enjoy a guided tour; here, we will learn about the distillery process.
We will proceed with tequila of the house tasting, to finish with a guided visit to the Hacienda where we will admire some art sculptures of famous artist.
 
Our group will proceed to visit Tequila Downtown lunch (not included). Finally, free time for souvenir shopping and to explore the town at your own pace.
 
Our journey will continue with 4 hours trip to the beautiful beaches of Puerto Vallarta. After a great day, the tour will finish with drop off to your hotel.
 
Overnight: Hotel in Puerto Vallarta
Meals: Continental breakfast in hotel in Guadalajara.

Day 8 & 9
Puerto Vallarta beach days

These days relax on the beautiful beaches in Puerto Vallarta.
Forget about schedules and enjoy the day, the sun, the beach and your loved ones.
 
Overnight Hotel in Puerto Vallarta.
Meals: Continental breakfast in the hotel in Puerto Vallarta.

Day 10
Departure from Puerto Vallarta Airport

Transfer to Puerto Vallarta International airport for departure.
Suggested domestic early flight to Mexico City for international connections

Meals: Continental breakfast in the hotel in Puerto Vallarta
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*if you feel like adding more fun and relaxing days on the beach, or tours, ask your YUCATAN TRAVELS Rep.