Puebla Food Tour: Taste the Irresistible Mexican Cuisine (Private / 12 h)

Overview

Join our private cider and food tour from Mexico City to get to know the rich gastronomic traditions and cultural heritage of two beautiful cities: Cholula and Puebla, both located in Puebla State. The history and culture of this state are one of the world's treasures and its capital city is currently on the UNESCO World Heritage List. This designation also applies to the state's exquisite cuisine which combines indigenous, Spanish, and Arab influences. Puebla is nationwide-famous for its diverse regional dishes and is also one of the main gastronomic regions of the country.

Highlights

• See the biggest pyramid by volume in the world in Cholula.
• Feel the appealing smells and flavors of Pueblas's food markets.
• Try the best dishes of nationwide famous Puebla cuisine.
• Learn about the history, ingredients, and production techniques of cider.
• Admire the marvelous UNESCO-listed architecture of Puebla.
  

Itinerary

In the morning, meet your guide and head to discover Cholula. Considered a "Magical Town", this place is best known for its Great Pyramid with the Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de Los Remedios sanctuary on top. Once there, enjoy a walking tour of the historic center and explore the tastes of Puebla's food specialties in the municipal market.

Afterward, go to Puebla's capital city to walk down its beautiful streets and see its lovely colonial buildings, colorful lanes, and beautiful churches. On the way, discover Puebla’s cuisine by trying some of its most typical local dishes at markets and restaurants such as cemitas, chalupas, chile en nogada, etc. Also, stop at the convent which is considered the birthplace of the most famous regional dish: mole poblano.

Thereafter, visit the famous Parian craft market to see unique regional souvenirs and sample traditional candies. Moreover, try some of the most popular regional drinks such as local hand-made liquors, pulque, and artisanal mezcal.

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

Why go with us

• You will spend the time of the tour purely on its activities and sightseeing: no visits to commission-based shops and vendors.
• An ideal choice for small groups: the price of the tour is fixed and varies just slightly depending on the size of the group.
• 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 LOCATION AND TIME
The default departure times for this tour are 7:00 and 8:00 AM, but we can also adjust them per your request. Our guide will meet/pick you up at the requested time and might need to contact you by phone. Therefore, please kindly provide a valid phone number during your booking.
Complimentary pick-up/drop-off is included: please indicate the exact time and location for your pick-up during your booking (e.g. in the "Special Requirements" field). That is to say, we can pick you up from those parts of Mexico City: Polanco, Condesa, Roma, and Centro Historico. Other more remote locations might involve an extra fee.

TOUR DURATION AND CUSTOMIZATION
The standard duration of the tour counts from the moment of a meet-up till the end of the tour. On the other hand, the tour is customizable which means we can adjust the time you spend in each destination. For example, if you want to visit an extra location (attraction/restaurant/market, etc.), you can do it on a complimentary basis if this visit (1) fits the default 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/cap, sunglasses, and sunscreen; travel insurance, personal ID; good mood and curiosity.

Notes

• The type of vehicle depends on the size of your group and may include a car, 7-seater, or minivan.
• This is a private tour: only your group will participate.
• Travelers should have a basic physical fitness condition.