Itinerary

1. Welcome to Mexico City

   Mexico City International Airport → Hotel

   Duration: Half Day

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   Morning / Afternoon:

   Upon arrival at Mexico City International Airport “Benito Juárez”, you will be warmly welcomed and transferred in a shared service to your selected hotel. Enjoy the first impressions of this vibrant capital as you make your way to the city. Check-in and settle into your accommodation. The rest of the day is free to relax or begin exploring Mexico City at your own pace.

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   Tips: Rest after your flight and stay hydrated. Light walking around your hotel area is a great way to start.

   Highlights: Arrival assistance, shared airport transfer, first impressions of Mexico City

   Meals by Day: Breakfast (not applicable on arrival day)

   Tour Type: Transfer & Arrival (Shared)

   Transportation: Shared vehicle transfer

2. Mexico City by Turibus – Hop On Hop Off Experience

   Mexico City

   Duration: Full Day

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   Morning:

   After breakfast, enjoy a full day discovering Mexico City aboard the Turibus Hop On Hop Off, a fun and flexible way to explore the capital. Travel through Mexico’s history and modern life while visiting archaeological, colonial, contemporary, and modern landmarks across the city.

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   Afternoon:

   Take advantage of up to 21 different stops, allowing you to hop off, explore each area at your own pace, and hop back on to continue the route. If you wish, you may connect to the second circuit near the Cibeles Fountain to make your experience even more complete. Please note that transfers to the Turibus station are not included. Return to your hotel on your own and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

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   Tips: Wear comfortable shoes and plan your stops in advance to make the most of the day.

   Highlights: Hop On Hop Off experience, panoramic city views, flexible sightseeing

   Meals by Day: Breakfast

   Tour Type: City Sightseeing Tour (Shared)

   Transportation: Turibus Hop On Hop Off (shared service)

3. Basilica of Guadalupe & Teotihuacan Pyramids

   Mexico City → Teotihuacan → Mexico City

   Duration: Full Day

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   Morning:

   After breakfast, depart on a shared tour to visit the Plaza of the Three Cultures, where Mexico’s pre-Hispanic, colonial, and modern history converge. Continue to the impressive archaeological site of Teotihuacan, where you will explore the monumental Pyramids of the Sun and the Moon, the Avenue of the Dead, the Citadel, and the Temple of Quetzalpapalotl. You will also visit a local arts and crafts center.

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   Afternoon:

   Return to Mexico City to visit the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, one of the most important pilgrimage sites in the Americas. After the visit, return to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

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   Tips: Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring sun protection.

   Highlights: Teotihuacan Pyramids, Plaza of the Three Cultures, Basilica of Guadalupe

   Meals by Day: Breakfast

   Tour Type: Archaeological & Cultural Tour (Shared)

   Transportation: Shared land transportation in air-conditioned vehicle

4. Xochimilco & Coyoacán – Canals and Colonial Charm

   Mexico City → Xochimilco → Coyoacán → Mexico City

   Duration: Full Day

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   Morning:

   After breakfast, enjoy a panoramic tour of some of Mexico City’s most iconic landmarks, including the World Trade Center, the Siqueiros Cultural Polyforum, the Mexico City Bullring, the Insurgentes Theatre, the Olympic Stadium, University City, and the lava gardens of San Ángel.

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   Afternoon:

   Continue to Xochimilco, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you will ride a traditional Aztec boat (trajinera) through its colorful canals. Afterwards, visit the colonial neighborhood of Coyoacán, known for its XVI-century mansions, charming streets, and the impressive murals at the Church of Saint John the Baptist. Return to your hotel in the late afternoon.

   (On Wednesdays, this tour operates in the afternoon; on other days, it operates in the morning.)

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   Tips: Bring a hat, sunscreen, and a camera for photos on the canals.

   Highlights: Xochimilco canals, trajinera ride, Coyoacán colonial district

   Meals by Day: Breakfast

   Tour Type: Cultural & Scenic Tour (Shared)

   Transportation: Shared land transportation in air-conditioned vehicle

5. Cuernavaca & Taxco – Silver City Experience

   Mexico City → Cuernavaca → Taxco → Mexico City

   Duration: Full Day

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   Morning:

   After breakfast, depart from Mexico City on a shared tour toward Cuernavaca, known as the “City of Eternal Spring.” Enjoy a panoramic visit of this pleasant colonial city before continuing to Taxco, one of Mexico’s most beautiful Pueblos Mágicos, famous for its silver craftsmanship and steep cobblestone streets.

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   Afternoon:

   Enjoy a traditional lunch included in Taxco. Afterwards, explore the historic center, admire the impressive Santa Prisca Church, and have time to browse local silver shops. In the afternoon, return to Mexico City and transfer back to your hotel.

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   Tips: Wear comfortable shoes as Taxco has steep streets; bring cash for souvenirs.

   Highlights: Cuernavaca city views, Taxco colonial town, Santa Prisca Church, silver shops

   Meals by Day: Breakfast, Lunch

   Tour Type: Cultural & Colonial Tour (Shared)

   Transportation: Shared land transportation in air-conditioned vehicle

6. Puebla & Cholula – History, Architecture & Traditions

   Mexico City → Puebla → Cholula → Mexico City

   Duration: Full Day

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   Morning:

   After breakfast, depart from Mexico City on a shared tour to the city of Puebla, famous for its colonial architecture, tiled facades, and rich culinary traditions. Enjoy a guided visit through the historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you will admire its main squares, churches, and colonial buildings.

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   Afternoon:

   Continue to Cholula, home to the largest pyramid in the world by volume, crowned by the Church of Nuestra Señora de los Remedios. Enjoy free time to explore the area and take photos of this unique blend of pre-Hispanic and colonial heritage. A traditional lunch is included. In the afternoon, return to Mexico City and transfer back to your hotel.

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   Tips: Bring comfortable walking shoes and a camera for panoramic views.

   Highlights: Puebla historic center, Cholula Pyramid, colonial architecture

   Meals by Day: Breakfast, Lunch

   Tour Type: Cultural & Historical Tour (Shared)

   Transportation: Shared land transportation in air-conditioned vehicle

7. Departure from Mexico City

   Hotel → Mexico City International Airport

   Duration: Half Day

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   Morning / Afternoon:

   After breakfast, at the scheduled time, enjoy a shared transfer from your hotel to Mexico City International Airport “Benito Juárez” to board your return flight home. This marks the end of an unforgettable 7-day journey exploring Mexico City and its surroundings.

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   Tips: Be ready in the hotel lobby with your luggage at the scheduled pick-up time.

   Highlights: Shared departure transfer, smooth end of services

   Meals by Day: Breakfast

   Tour Type: Transfer & Departure (Shared)

   Transportation: Shared vehicle transfer