Morelia from Mexico City (Downtown & San Nicolas / Private / 13h)

Overview

Join our private tour from Mexico City to get acquainted with the rich historical and cultural heritage of Morelia which retains an incredibly well-preserved UNESCO-listed historic center, dozens of beautiful churches, and nationwide famous cuisine.

Highlights

• Walk Morelia’s UNESCO-listed historic center with its gorgeous cathedral and colonial streets.




• Get to know the city’s most important sights: Jardin de las Rosas, Tarascas Fountain, Morelos Square, etc.




• Visit the historical building of the University of San Nicolas, the oldest in Latin America.




• See the famous Aqueduct of Morelia, the only structure of its kind to remain in a good state and preserve most of its original structure in Mexico.




• Delve into nation-famous Michoacan cuisine with its great diversity of dishes and traditional ingredients.

Itinerary

Also, learn some stories about the Mexican War of Independence, whose main heroes lived there, such as Jose Maria Morelos, Miguel Hidalgo, and Agustin de Iturbide. Likewise, be able to meet the University of San Nicolas, the oldest in Latin America. On the other hand, see the famous Aqueduct of Morelia, one of the icons of the city and the only structure of its kind that preserves most of its original structure in Mexico.

Additionally, have a tour of Morelia’s cathedral, one of the highest in Latin America and considered by many to be the country’s most beautiful.

After a full day of experiences and adventures, return to our vehicle and relax on the way back to Mexico City.

Why go with us

• We will spend the time of the tour purely on sightseeing: no visits to restaurants and souvenir shops (unless you ask).




• An ideal choice for small groups: the price of the tour is fixed and varies just slightly depending on the number of participants.




• We are flexible: we can adjust the program and route to your interests while the duration of the tour can be always extended for an extra fee.

Logistics

• DEPARTURE TIME

The default departure times for this tour are 6:00, 7:00, and 8:00 AM, but those can also be adjusted per your request. Our guide will meet/pick you up at the requested time and might need to contact you by phone, so please kindly provide a valid phone number during your booking.

• DEPARTURE POINT

The tour includes complimentary pick-up and drop-off: please indicate the exact time and location for your pick-up during your booking (e.g. in the "Special Requirements" field). If you cannot find this field, just reply to the booking confirmation that you get in your email. Alternatively, send us a message or call the number indicated on your booking confirmation at least 24 h before the tour. We can pick you up from hotels and apartments situated in the following parts of Mexico City: Downtown, Reforma, Polanco, Condesa, Roma, and Centro Historico; other more remote locations might involve an extra fee.

• TOUR DURATION & CUSTOMIZATION

The standard duration of the tour is 13 h from the moment of pick-up till drop-off. At the same time, this tour is customizable, so you can adjust the route and time to spend in each location. E.g. if you want to visit a place that is not part of the itinerary (attraction/restaurant/market, etc.), we can do it on a complimentary basis if this visit (1) still fits the standard duration of the tour and (2) doesn't involve a major change of the route.

• WHAT TO TAKE WITH YOU

Comfortable clothes and shoes; hat or cap, sunglasses, and sunscreen; travel insurance; good mood and curiosity.

Notes

• Children under 3 come free.




• The type of the vehicle depends on the size of your group and may include a car, 7-seater, minivan.




• This is a private tour: only your group will participate.




• Travelers should have a basic physical fitness condition.