Day 1
Mexico City arrival Xochimilco “floating gardens” with live Mariachi Mexico City Downtown & Templo Mayor walking tour

*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
 
Experience life in one of the largest Cities in the World Admire the so called “La Ciudad
de los ”Palacios”(The City of Palaces).
 
Our journey will start with a tour to the famous “floating gardens” in Xochimilco Experience a ”trajinera” (local boat) ride and admire the colourful side of Mexico while listening to life Mariachi for 1 hour with option to have traditional Mexican lunch (not included) at the same time on the "trajinara".
 
Then, 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; our 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.
 
Our journey will end with transfers back to the hotel.
 
Overnight Hotel in Mexico City
Meals None

Day 2
Teotihuacan tour
Queretaro panoramic with photo stops tour

*Today, 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...!
 
Then, after 2 30 hours on the road, we will reach the beautiful Colonial City of Qeretaro We will enjoy the panoramic tour with photo stops in some of the most important site of the City like the Aqueduct of Queretaro Historic Public Fountains, La Cruz neighberhood (Queretaro foundation), Queretaro Convents area and finally Queretaro Old Town where we will have a brief walking tour.
 
Our journey will end with transfer to the hotel in Queretaro.
 
Overnight Hotel in Queretaro
Meals Continental breakfast in the hotel in Mexico City.

Day 3
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 4
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 5
Jose Cuervo Express
Train to Tequila, Jalisco

*Traveling by train is an unforgettable experience, and boarding the Jose Cuervo Express, the only old style train in all of Mexico, is the best way to celebrate a magical family day with your loved ones.
 
Imagine the faces of the little ones when they see, astonished, the shining convoy The older ones will surely be moved by the memory of other times The train takes you in Express Wagons to the Magical Town of Tequila.
 
We continue with a visit to the La Rojeña Factory, the oldest distillery in Latin America At arrival we will visit to the agave fields with demonstration of jima Then, light food service and cocktails with tequila Jose Cuervo Especial Reposado, Jose Cuervo Tradicional Plata and Reposado We proceed with educational tasting by a glass, guided by a Tequila Expert, with the Jose Cuervo Tradicional tequila line; Jose Cuervo La Rojeña Distillery Tour, free access to the Juan Beckmann Gallardo Cultural Center and then free time for lunch (not included) and explore the Magical Town of Tequila at your own paced.
Finally, we will see a Mexican show and Traditional toast with one of the house's Premium tequilas.
 
Without a doubt, traveling by train is a wonderful experience, but doing it on the Jose Cuervo Express is unforgettable This new bet of the train that goes to Tequila will dazzle you with the spectacular views of the mountains that border the valley of Tequila.
 
After a great day, the tour will finish with transfer back to Guadalajara by bus and drop off to your hotel.
 
Overnight Hotel in Guadalajara, Jalisco
Meals Continental breakfast in hotel in Guadalajara

Day 6 & 7
Puerto Vallarta beach days

Today, after 5 hours transfer from Guadalajara, 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 Guadalajara

Day 8
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.