Essence of Colonial Mexico

Mexico in 8 Days • 7 Nights in Destination

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The perfect trip for those looking to experience the best of Mexican culture and history on a journey through the most unmissable colonial cities and towns in the country.

Trip Highlights

  1. Guadalajara
  2. Guanajuato
  3. Mexico City
  4. San Miguel de Allende

Included

  1. All flights

  2. Accommodation

  3. All transfers.

  4. Activities

  5. Breakfast only

Availability

  1. Departures available until December 2023

  2. Available Group tours

  3. Solo travelers from + $490

  4. Add up to 3 nights to your stay

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  • Accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels

Accommodation: 7 Nights

Itinerary

Discover the real Mexico on a journey through its colonial cities and central highlands. From the mega-metropolis of Mexico City, explore the ruins of Teotihuacan. Uncover the cultural heritage and architecture of San Miguel de Allende, fall in love with the history of Guanajuato and delight in the Mariachi bands of Guadalajara as you get to know the most unmissable cities in Mexico!

1st Day: Canada - Mexico City

Ready to uncover the vibrant culture, immersive history and mouth-watering cuisine of Mexico? Head to your departure airport to catch a flight to Mexico City.* Touch down in the Mexican capital and take a shared-transfer to your hotel. Famed for its huge population of more than 9 million people and high-altitude location, Mexico City is the largest city in North America and its incredible Centro Historic dates back to the days of the Aztec Empire. If time allows, spend the evening exploring at your leisure, taking in the breathtaking skyline or enjoying the capital's energetic nightlife. Overnight stay in Mexico City.**

* If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.

** You will have the option to add early check-in on arrival in the next step of the booking process.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel PF (Plaza Florencia... or similar

644 Reviews

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2nd Day: Mexico City

Breakfast at the hotel. It's time to get to know this megacity with a full-day Mexico City & Teotihuacan tour. Begin at the incredible Basilica of Guadalupe, one of the most important religious sites in the country, which houses the cloak containing the image of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Leave the city and continue to Pachuca to visit the incredible Teotihuacan Archaeological Zone. Known as the city of the gods, here you can admire the impressive Pyramids of the Sun and the Moon, among others. After the journey back in time, make an interesting stop to learn about the local use of the agave plant and volcanic obsidian stone before returning to Mexico City to visit the Zócalo and the National Palace. Continue to the historic Bosque de Chapultepec and end the day with a panoramic visit to the residential area of ​​Polanco and the famous Avenida Presidente Masaryk. After an action-packed day, return to the hotel and spend the evening relaxing at your leisure. Overnight stay in Mexico City.

Please note: the order of the visits on this day may vary.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel PF (Plaza Florencia... or similar

644 Reviews

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Activities

included
Full-day Mexico City & Teotihuacan Pyramids Tour
Moderate
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3rd Day: Mexico City - Queretaro - San Miguel de Allende

Breakfast at the hotel. Depart for Querétaro this morning to explore its magnificent colonial center, home to the house of the Corregidora, the stately Mansions of the Marquesa de la Villa del Villar del Águila and the house of the Count of Sierra Gorda. End the day with a final journey back to Mexico City, sighting the famous Los Arcos Querétaro Aqueduct as you leave Querétaro. Head east to the famous city of San Miguel de Allende today, in Mexico's Central Highlands. Home to an enchanting mix of colonial and baroque-era architecture, a vibrant foodie scene and excellent rooftop bars, San Miguel de Allende has become very popular with tourists and ex-pats in recent years. Arrive and enjoy a city tour of San Miguel de Allende to discover its most emblematic buildings and get a feel for the city's vibrant atmosphere. Visit the Municipal Palace, the Casa del Mayorazgo de la Canal, the Allende Institute of Art and Culture, with its beautiful chapel, and the Temple of the Immaculate Conception, among other highlights. On the way to the hotel, see the Paso de Camino Real and once checked in, spend the evening exploring the city at your own pace. Overnight stay in San Miguel de Allende. 

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Imperio de Ángeles or similar

337 Reviews

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Activities

included
Tour of Querétaro
Light
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included
City Tour of San Miguel de Allende
Light
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4th Day: San Miguel de Allende - Atotonilco - Dolores Hidalgo - Guanajuato

Breakfast at the hotel. You're headed for the vibrant city of Guanajuato today! On the way, make a brief stop in Atotonilco, a traditional place of pilgrimage and the town of Dolores Hidalgo, known as the birthplace of the Mexican independence movement. Arrive and enjoy a brief city tour to get a taste of this colorful city, filled with historic sights and lively street life. Get settled at the hotel and overnight stay in Guanajuato.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Holiday Inn Express Guana... or similar

374 Reviews

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Activities

included
Dolores Hidalgo Visit
Light
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included
Atotonilco visit
Light
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5th Day: Guanajuato

Breakfast at the hotel. Continue your exploration of Guanajuato with a further city tour today. Discover its subterranean streets and its opulent 18th-century architecture, a result of the city's wealth during the boom years of silver mining! Visit Juarez Theatre, the beautiful Basilica of Our Lady of Guanajuato, the University, the Hidalgo Market and the Alhóndiga Museum. Finally, walk through the legendary 'Alley of the Kiss', one of the city's narrowest streets where the balconies facing each other are so close, that it's said the residents could lean across and kiss their neighbor on the opposite side of the street! Afterwards. check-in at the hotel and spend the remainder of the day at your leisure. Discover Guanajuato's atmospheric old town and narrow cobblestoned alleys or people watch from the cafe terraces at the leady Jardín de la Unión.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Holiday Inn Express Guana... or similar

374 Reviews

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Activities

included
City Tour of Guanajuato
Light
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6th Day: Guanajuato - Tlaquepaque - Guadalajara

Breakfast at the hotel. Leave the city this morning, stopping along the route to visit the vibrant town of Tlaquepaque, known for its handicrafts and artistic heritage, Tlaquepaque is a colorful city and one of the best places in the country to buy authentic Mexican ceramics! Afterwards, continue to Guadalajara, most famous as the capital of mariachi music! On arrival, enjoy an eye-opening tour of this glorious city. As the capital of the Mexican state of Jalisco, this vibrant city is home to an array of beautiful colonial-era architecture, such as its Guadalajara Cathedral and Government Palace. See the Degollado Theatre and the Hospicio Cabañas, a cultural venue home to the murals of the renowned Jalisco painter José Clemente Orozco. After a good overview of Guadalajara, enjoy the remainder of the day exploring at your leisure. Why not visit a local bar to indulge in a tequila-based drink or dive into the city's fantastic food scene? Overnight stay in Guadalajara. 

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Morales Histórico & Colon... or similar

2386 Reviews

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Activities

included
Tlaquepaque visit
Light
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7th Day: Guadalajara - Mexico City

Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the morning enjoying your last moments in Guadalajara before making the final journey back to Mexico City. Once you've arrived and checked in at the hotel, spend your final evening in Mexico at your leisure, doing some last-minute souvenir shopping or dining on authentic Mexican cuisine! Overnight stay in Mexico City.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel PF (Plaza Florencia... or similar

644 Reviews

See our full selection

Activities

included
City Tour of Guadalajara
Light
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8th Day: Mexico City - Canada

Breakfast* at the hotel. Sadly, it's time to say 'Adios' to Mexico! At the indicated time, shared-transfer to the airport for your return flight back to Canada. Arrive in Canada and end your trip.**

* Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.

** Depending on the choice of flight, you may arrive back in Canada the following day, making the total duration of your trip 9 days. 

8 days trip including flights*

8 days and 7 nights in destination

1

YTO - MEX

Mexico City

2

Mexico City

3

San Miguel de Allende

4

Guanajuato

5

Guanajuato

6

Guadalajara

7

Mexico City

8

MEX - YTO

* It may change depending of your departure city, departure date and arrival date.

The calendar does not display internal flights, trains or other transportation included in the itinerary.

Included activities

Included
Included activity for day 2 in Mexico City
Duration 10:00h Approx. Pick up time: 08:10 Approx
Physical rating:
Moderate

Full-day Mexico City & Teotihuacan Pyramids Tour

See the highlights of Mexico City, including the Plaza de las Tres Cultures, the Basilica of Guadalupe, the Zócalo and the Metropolitan Cathedral. Visit Teotihuacan Archaeological Zone to admire its impressive Pyramids of the Sun and the Moon.

What's included: Tranfers, tickets Teotihuacan Archaeological Zone Not included: Lunch, Drinks

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Included
Included activity for day 3 in Queretaro

Tour of Querétaro

Depart for Querétaro this morning to explore its magnificent colonial center, home to the house of the Corregidora, the stately Mansions of the Marquesa de la Villa del Villar del Águila and the house of the Count of Sierra Gorda.

more information
Included
Included activity for day 3 in San Miguel de Allende
Pick up time: 09:00 Approx
Physical rating:
Light

City Tour of San Miguel de Allende

Discover the city's most emblematic buildings and get a feel for San Miguel's vibrant atmosphere. Visit the Municipal Palace, the Casa del Mayorazgo de la Canal, the Allende Institute of Art and Culture, the Royal Covent and other highlights.

more information
Included
Included activity for day 4
Duration 00:45h Approx.

Dolores Hidalgo Visit

On the way to San Miguel de Allende, make a brief stop to visit the town of Dolores Hidalgo, famously the birthplace of Mexican independence movement in the 1800s

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The price includes

  • premium care
    Included in all our trips. more information
  • Departures from main Canadian airports.
  • International flights: Canada - Mexico City - Canada.
  • 7 nights accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels.
    See hotels included
  • 7 breakfasts.
  • All shared transfers.
  • Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary.
    See itinerary
  • All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
  • Local guide in Mexico City & English/Spanish-speaking driver for the entire tour.
*The cancellation policy applicable is according to the Terms and Conditions available and agreed at the time of your purchase

Not included

Taxes, drinks, tips and any other services not mentioned in what's included.

Please note: all transfers included in this trip are shared services, not private. Important: The airport transfer on departure is not included when adding additional nights to the itinerary. If required, a departure airport transfer can be added for an additional cost.

  • Entry requirements
    Your passport must be valid for the expected duration of your stay in Mexico.
  • Visa
    Visa not required
  • Currency
    Peso.
  • Language
    Spanish.
  • Electricity
    127 V. Adapter required.
  • Health
    Please consult your doctor regarding malaria prophylaxis.
  • Time zone
    UTC - 06:00 to UTC - 08:00.
  • Other useful information
    Free support for tourists by calling 078.
  • Tourist Office website
    http://www.visitmexico.com

Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.

Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same, or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.

In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or cancelled without prior notice.

In Mexico, triple rooms do not have 3 beds, will be always 2 double beds.

Children: 3 - 11 years.

If you have reduced mobility/require the use of a wheelchair and prefer to go at your own pace, please contact our customer service team at +1 778 807 9750 or via our contact form.

Pay in installments

60%

At time of booking

40%

60 days before departure

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