Mexico Colonial - Colonial Treasures & Pacific Coast

After breakfast we take you on a panorama city tour. You visit among others the huge Zocalo with its famous cathedral and the government palace, with the impressive murals by Diego Riviera. To make the city tour perfect, it finishes with an informative visit of the anthropological museum, which is situated on the brink of the Chapultepec Park. Afterwards you are brought back to your hotel. In the afternoon you can take the opportunity to discover Mexico City on your own. Overnight stay.

 

Today you are off towards the impressive archeological site Teotihuacán, which is situated about 65 kilometers away from the city. You definitely shouldn't miss out on climbing up the Sun- or Moon Pyramid as it provides you with an imposing view over the whole area over the former "City of Gods". Afterwards you're heading to the beautiful colonial city and UNESCO world heritage Querétaro. Here once began the Mexican revolution, which makes the city to one of the most important sites of Mexican history. During a city walk you get to know the beautiful colonial city centre, the well-known aqueduct, the town´s landmark as well as the numerous colorful plazas and buildings full of history. Overnight stay.

 

After breakfast you are leaving towards San Miguel de Allende, where you enjoy an extended city walk. This colonial city is better known as "the City of Artists". Get to know the original and imposing church made of rose colored stone, which is the town's landmark. Then you go to the museum Ignacio de Allende, the birthplace and residential house of the Mexican hero of freedom. Afterwards you continue to the beautiful colonial town of Guanajuato, which is one of the most beautiful mining towns with its nice streets and alley tangles. In the course of the 16th century, the city gained a lot of wealth due to great resources of silver. During your city tour you get to know among others the birthplace of Diego Riveras, the Basilica, the University, the famous Alley of Kisses and the Cathedral. Besides we take you to the the stony monument of Pipila above town, from where you enjoy an amazing view about the entire city. To finish off the day you make a short stop in the famous Museum of Mummies. Overnight stay.

Today you are off to Morelia, the capital of Michoacán and probably the most aristocratic of all colonial cities in Mexico. 1991 the city was declared to be UNESCO world cultural heritage because of its outstanding well kept center. Here you discover the historic city centre with its the breathtaking, beautiful cathedral, which has been built with rosy stones, the impressive palaces and the well established university. Due to the well preserved centre and the special atmosphere, Morelia is said to be a true gem among the colonial cities. The rest of the day is at your free disposal. Overnight stay.

After breakfast you are heading to Guadalajara, the capital of Jalisco and the second biggest city of Mexico. It is well known for its typical and still maintained Mexican traditions. Here you are brought to your hotel and have the rest of the day at your free disposal to enjoy the "most Mexican of all Mexican cities". Overnight stay.

 

After breakfast you start the day with an interesting city tour. It leads you through the centre where you get to see, among other monuments, the government palace, the famous murals in the building of the former Hospiz Cabañas, which is declared world heritage, as well as the cathedral, the regional museum and the greatest market of Guadalajara. Afterwards you are off to Tlaquepaque, a wonderful suburb that has been swallowed by Guadalajara over the years. Luckily it has been able to maintain its rural character. Many artists made Tlaquepaque their home, so you find every kind of art out of every material you can imagine, such as potter's clay, ceramic, wood, copper etc. as well as precious colonial antiquities. All the leafy streets and plazas radiate an atmosphere of special calmness and peacefulness. Before you are heading back to your hotel in the late afternoon, you visit the charming suburb Tonalá, which is an artistic centre for pottery and ceramic crafts. Overnight stay.

 

Today starts the relaxing part of your trip. After breakfast you are heading to Puerto Vallarta at the Pacific Coast that is about three hours away from Guadalajara. It is said to be one of the most vibrant and noble holiday resorts of Mexico. Here you can use the rest of the day to relax at the beach or discover the colonial city centre on your own. Overnight stay.

In the morning we take you on a boat trip to Las Caletas situated in the south of the Banderas Bay. It's an exclusive tropical paradise that can only be reached over the sea way. Enjoy a one hour trip on a catamaran along a fantastic coast. In Las Caletas you can relax in one of the comfortable hammocks, treat yourself with a massage in a spa center (optional) or discover the incredible nature along the coast. There are activities like yoga, snorkeling, kayak, paella cookery courses and jungle hikes that you can have a look at. Lots to do to make your day perfect before we bring you back to your hotel in Puerto Vallarta in the late afternoon. Overnight stay.

 

Today it is up to you - whether you want to relax at the beach, go shopping or use one of the countless opportunities Puerto Vallarta offers to entertain you. We surely like to provide you our recommendations. Overnight stay.

 

After breakfast you are, according to further course of your trip, brought to your hotel, the airport or the bus terminal.