Mexico Tour (Teotihuacan, Frida Kahlo, UNAM & Xochimilco / Private / 12h)

Overview

Join our private tour to discover the UNESCO-listed pyramids of Teotihuacan, the capital of the first Mesoamerican empire and one of the oldest cities in the Western Hemisphere; enjoy a charming boat ride in the colorful canals of Xochimilco, and visit the world-famous Frida Kahlo Museum in Coyoacan

Highlights

• Discover spectacular UNESCO-listed monuments and locations in Teotihuacan and Xochimilco.
• See the impressive Pyramids of the Sun and Moon and learn about their historical relevance in Mexico.
• Take a fascinating boat ride along the ancient Aztec canals accompanied by songs of mariachi music.
• Get amazed by colorful murals at the worldwide famous UNAM campus.
  
• Visit the Frida Kahlo Museum, home of the outstanding Mexican painter.
• Opt to browse the traditional hand-made souvenir market and local street food in Coyoacan.

Itinerary

In the morning, meet your private guide in Mexico City and head to the Teotihuacan Pyramids. For about three hours, leisurely explore the archaeological zone seeing the impressive Teotihuacan Sun Pyramid and the Moon Pyramid, walking down the famous Avenue of the Dead. Also, visit the beautiful Temple of Quetzalpapalotl, and other sights of this ancient city.

Afterward, move to Xochimilco, in Southern Mexico City, and go for a boat ride in its picturesque canals, which were declared UNESCO World Heritage in 1987. On the way, listen to traditional mariachi music or marimba bands, and enjoy the beautiful lacustrine landscape.

Then, head to Coyoacan and make a stop to visit the UNAM campus, the largest university in the country to see the unique murals that some renowned Mexican artists created.

Once in Coyoacan, a beautiful colonial neighborhood famous for being Frida Kahlo's hometown, walk down its cobblestone streets and hear meaningful stories about this artist. Also, at her museum, learn some relevant fun facts about her childhood, family, and friends, as well as the dramatic accident that changed her life.

After a full day of new experiences, return to our vehicle and relax on the way back to your accommodation.

Why go with us

• You will spend the time of the tour purely on its activities and sightseeing: no visits to souvenir shops and restaurants (unless you ask).
• 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 always be extended for an extra fee.

Logistics

DEPARTURE LOCATION AND TIME
The default departure times for this tour are 7 and 8 AM, but we can also adjust them per your request. Our guide will meet/pick you up at the requested time & 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 meetup 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; good mood and curiosity.

Notes

• The type of vehicle used in the tour depends on the size of your group and may include a car, 7-seater, or minivan.
• This tour is private: only your group will participate.
• Travelers should have a basic physical fitness condition.
• Due to their limited availability, tickets to Frida Kahlo Museum (“Casa Azul”) need to be booked by us at least 1 week before the tour. If you book your tour with a shorter anticipation, please inquire about the availability before the booking. Suppose this is not done and we are not able to procure the tickets, a visit to Frida Kahlo Museum will be substituted with Museo Casa Estudio Diego Rivera y Frida Kahlo without prior notice.