9 Day Colonial Mexico
Tour Operator:
Tour Code:
MX-9DCLNMX-2
Start City:
Mexico City
End City:
Guadalajara
Tour Style:
Tour Quality:
First Class
Tour Length:
9 days
Dates & Prices
Please Note: Land Price does not include airfare, departure or arrival transfers, airline taxes and fuel surcharges.
| Start Date | End Date | Offers | Brochure Land Price | Brochure Land & Air Price | Quote |
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| Saturday, Jun 11, 2022 | Sunday, Jun 19, 2022 | Get Quote | |||
| Saturday, Jul 09, 2022 | Sunday, Jul 17, 2022 | Get Quote | |||
| Saturday, Aug 27, 2022 | Sunday, Sep 04, 2022 | Get Quote | |||
| Saturday, Sep 10, 2022 | Sunday, Sep 18, 2022 | Get Quote | |||
| Saturday, Oct 01, 2022 | Sunday, Oct 09, 2022 | Get Quote | |||
| Saturday, Oct 08, 2022 | Sunday, Oct 16, 2022 | Get Quote | |||
| Saturday, Oct 15, 2022 | Sunday, Oct 23, 2022 | Get Quote | |||
| Saturday, Nov 05, 2022 | Sunday, Nov 13, 2022 | Get Quote | |||
| Saturday, Nov 12, 2022 | Sunday, Nov 20, 2022 | Get Quote | |||
| Saturday, Nov 19, 2022 | Sunday, Nov 27, 2022 | Get Quote | |||
| Saturday, Dec 17, 2022 | Sunday, Dec 25, 2022 | Get Quote | |||
| Saturday, Dec 24, 2022 | Sunday, Jan 01, 2023 | Get Quote |
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Tour Itinerary
DAY 1, Saturday - Depart for Mexico
Welcome to Mexico City, a thriving metropolis and the nation's capital. Tonight, an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 7 PM introduces you to the exciting journey that awaits you in Mexico. After a Welcome Drink with your fellow travelers, the remainder of the evening is at leisure. We recommend that you select flights which arrive in your destination no later than 5 PM
Overnight: Mexico City
DAY 2, Sunday - Coyoacán, Mexico City Tour
The day begins in the neighborhood of Coyoacán, childhood home of Frida Kahlo. Here, visit Casa Azúl (Blue House), now a museum where the renowned Mexican artist lived most of her life. The museum is not only a testament to her life but also a fine example of early 20th century Mexican architecture. After an exploration of this delightful city, on to Xochimilco with its gorgeous Floating Gardens, named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy the festive atmosphere before returning to cosmopolitan Mexico City to tour the Centro Historico. Stop at the Zocalo (Central Square), the second largest plaza in the world; view the National Palace known for Diego Rivera's dramatic murals depicting thousands of years of Mexican history. Travel past the city's iconic buildings including the art nouveau Palacio de Bellas Artes and the Metropolitan Cathedral, the largest in the Americas. This evening, enjoy a Welcome Drink during an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager and fellow travelers, followed by a Welcome Dinner to celebrate your arrival to Mexico
Overnight: Mexico City
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 3, Monday - Teotihuacán, Travel to San Miguel de Allende
Departing Mexico City, travel to the mysterious archaeological site of Teotihuacán, known as the City of the Gods, built around 100 BC as the centerpiece of an enormous ancient city often compared to ancient Rome. View the Jaguar Temple before continuing to the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon and the Avenue of the Dead flanked by temples and palaces. If time allows, enjoy some free time to journey to the top of the Pyramid of the Sun. Depart to the charming city of Queretaro famous for its beautiful Spanish colonial architecture. Take a walking tour of the city's historic center with its fountain-filled squares and winding cobbled streets lined with bougainvillea. After lunch at leisure, continue to San Miguel Allende, a city whose history and lore intertwines with the Mexican Independence movement. Dinner is together at the hotel
Overnight: San Miguel de Allende
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 4, Tuesday - City Tour of San Miguel de Allende
Morning tour of this colonial-era city submersed in arts and architecture. Stroll the cobblestone streets to the Parroquia de San Miguel Arcangel, whose dramatic pink towers rise above the main plaza and the Templo de San Francisco church with its 18th century façade. In the afternoon, leisure time to explore the city's markets and museums or, join the optional tour to the important city of Dolores Hidalgo where the seeds for the Mexican independence movement began in 1810
Optional: Half-Day Dolores Hidalgo (PM)
Overnight: San Miguel de Allende
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5, Wednesday - Guanajuato, Travel to Morelia
Today, a drive through the lush farmlands of El Bajío to the extraordinary UNESCO World Heritage city of Guanajuato. View the opulent colonial buildings, tree-filled plazas and brightly colored houses. After leisure time for lunch in the main square, visit the major historic sites of the city including the Juarez Theatre built in 1903, San Diego Church and Shrine of Our Lady of Guanajuato. Stroll along the Alley of the Kiss and stop at the Garden of the Union, the city's lively meeting place. Later, proceed to Morelia, composed of elegant 16th and 17th century stone buildings, baroque facades and inspirational cathedral. Dinner together at the hotel
Overnight: Morelia
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 6, Thursday - Patzcuaro, Tzintzuntzan
Morning drive past scenic Lake Pátzcuaro to the quaint hillside town of Pátzcuaro, accented by terracotta tile roofs, red-and-white adobe walls and narrow cobblestone streets. Visit Vasco de Quiroga Square and the House of Eleven Courtyards, originally a convent, now housing a labyrinth of small shops where artisans display their crafts. After lunch at leisure, travel to the ancient capital of Tzintzuntzan, ceremonial center of the pre-Columbian Tarascan state. Circular pyramids called Yacatas were built to protect the city lined up overlooking the lake. Visit the old Franciscan Monastery of Santa Ana - a unique architectural jewel!, before returning to Morelia for an evening at leisure
Overnight: Morelia
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 7, Friday - Travel to Guadalajara
Depart to Guadalajara often referred to as the quintessential Mexican city, where tequila and mariachi music were born. After lunch, arrive in a colorful contrast of both modern and historic features, embraced by verdant green parklands, rushing fountains, inspiring 16th century architecture and beautiful tree-lined avenues. On this evening at leisure, acquaint yourself with the iconic downtown at your own pace
Overnight: Guadalajara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 8, Saturday - Walking Tour of Guadalajara, Tlaquepaque Artisan Square
The discovery of Guadalajara begins with a walking tour in the heart of the city; visit the impressive Metropolitan Cathedral with its twin golden spires and beautiful stained glass windows. Pause at the Government Palace, the site where Padre Miguel Hidalgo abolished slavery in Mexico; view the powerful murals by famed artist Jose Clemente Orozco. Next, a visit to Tlaquepaque with its renowned artist's village -- the perfect showcase for Mexican arts and crafts. Time to explore the area and sample local favorites at one of the sidewalk cafes. Tonight, bid adios to your newfound friends at the Farewell Dinner -- share wonderful memories of your journey together through Mexico
Overnight: Guadalajara
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 9, Sunday - Depart Mexico
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Meals: Breakfast
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Other departure cities available.
Special Features
†Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates
Not Included:
Optional tours and gratuities.
Additional Information:
Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers.
Accommodation Details:
Triple rooms consist of two double/queen beds for three persons; where available, a fee may be charged by the hotel for the addition of a cot/rollaway.
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Hilton Mexico City Reforma
This first class hotel is ideally located on the edge of Mexico City's historic center, next to the Alameda Central park.
Posada de la Aldea
This tourist class hotel is located in the historic district of San Miguel de Allende.
Hotel Alameda
This tourist class hotel is situated in the Historic Center of Morelia.
Hotel De Morales
This first class hotel is located in the heart of Guadalajara.
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Question: Is Airfare Included in the Price?
Hotel in Morelia was not acceptable. Level of noise in the room was unbearable. Bus was too small for 39 people and was not to usual Gate1 standards
The itinirary for this trip was great; however, I would recommend a few changes. My fellow travelors also felt the same. First, it would be great if you could add an extra day to Mexico City. We felt that we did not have a full experience of the city and its neighborhoods. A city bus tour of the neighborhoods would be a great addition just like what you offred in Guadalajara. Also, San Miguel de Allende is a beautiful place to visit, I and my fellow travelors felt that the optional tour to Dolores Hildago is not necessary. Some of us had paid for this optional excursion in advance, but once we arrived in San Miguel de Allende, we felt that this place had so much to offer that we gave up the optional tour.
We do lots of escorted tours and of them all, Gate 1 is our favorite. They take you to places other tour groups take you, but it usually costs a little less.
First of all, I would like to praise our guide, Ivan, he is such a superb guide and tour manager. He took care of our every need and not once do I feel neglected or feel that I am asking for too much every time I ask for additional favor. He always smile even if we sometimes ask for too much. He always give us heads up if he think things are not going to be according to plan. He always prepare us so we will not be surprised if there will be some inconvenience. Most of all, he always surprise us with the extra touches he give during the tour that some minor inconveniences seemed not event to count. Our driver, Aurelio is also very commendable for driving us around safely. The tour bus is always clean and tidy. I saw a Mexico very different from the Mexico I hear or see on the news. I feel safe with the tour. I am by myself this tour but I never felt alone. When we do the Mexico City and Guadalajara, he told us that like any other big city, we need to be on the look out. Ivan helped me learn the good things about Mexico and the rich history it had. It was a fantastic tour!!!!
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