Tour Puebla: Visit a Colonial Town And An UNESCO Listened City (Small-Group / 12 h)

Overview

Join our small-group tour from Mexico City to discover the rich cultural heritage of two beautiful cities in Puebla State: Cholula and Puebla. Cholula is the oldest settlement in the Americas inhabited uninterruptedly since its origins, in the Pre-Hispanic times. It's also famous for its world's largest pyramid (by volume) topped by the Virgen de Los Remedios church. Puebla, in its turn, retains a fantastically well-preserved UNESCO-listed historic center, a stunning cathedral, and a wealth of beautiful colonial buildings.

Highlights

• Learn about the pre-Hispanic and colonial history of the area from your guide.


• Climb and enjoy a panoramic view from the largest pyramid in the world in Cholula.


• Admire the well-preserved colonial architecture of Puebla.


• Get acquainted with the unique UNESCO-listed Talavera pottery tradition.


• Try some of the most iconic dishes of nationwide-famous Pueblan cuisine.

Itinerary

In the morning, meet your guide and your group and head to Cholula observing the proud beauty of Popocatepetl and Iztaccihuatl volcanoes on your way. Upon arrival, discover the town’s colonial streets, Baroque churches, and impressive pyramid topped by the Virgen de Los Remedios church. Then, transfer to nearby Puebla to explore its marvelous UNESCO-listed historic center.

During the tour, see a number of lovely colonial buildings dating back to the 16th century with charming details and colorful tiles. Also, be ready to discover renowned Pueblan cuisine by trying some of the region's most famous dishes. Besides, we will be able to visit Puebla's handicraft markets where you can get unique regional souvenirs and sample traditional poblano candies. After a full day of discoveries, return to our vehicle and relax on the way back to Mexico City.

Why Join Us

• The tour time is spent purely on sightseeing: no visits to souvenir shops/restaurants.


• An ideal choice for solo travelers: it's a small-group tour, so you will have enough attention from your guide and a chance to meet fellow co-travelers.

Logistics

DEPARTURE AND RETURN: Depart from the Angel de la Independencia roundabout, close to City Express Reforma Hotel (exact location here). The tour will finish at the same departure point around 7:00 PM. In case of necessity, our guide might need to contact you by phone, so please provide a valid contact number during your booking and make sure it's available one day before and on the day of the tour.

WHAT TO TAKE WITH YOU: Comfortable clothes and shoes; hat/cap, sunglasses, and sunscreen; travel insurance, personal ID; good mood and curiosity.

Notes

• This tour will have a maximum of 12 travelers.


• Not wheelchair accessible.


• Travelers should have a basic physical fitness condition.