Taxco Travel: Walk in Colonial Town and Explore Cacahuamilpa Caves (Small-Group / 12h)

Taxco Travel: Walk in Colonial Town and Explore Cacahuamilpa Caves (Small-Group / 12h)
From USD $195.00
  • Duration: 12 Hours (approx.)
  • Location: Cacahuamilpa Caves
  • Product code: PMALUF

Overview

Join our private tour to visit two gorgeous places: the colonial-era city of Taxco with its gorgeous architecture in the 250-year-old Church of Santa Prisca (UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List), and Grutas de Cacahuamilpa National Park, one of the largest and most beautiful cave systems in the world.

Highlights

  • Explore the maze of the Grutas de Cacahuamilpa, the largest cave system in Mexico.
  • Feel the warm breath of the Pacific around Taxco, Gro. (it’s ~2 h away from there).
  • Stroll narrow steep streets and admire the marvelous colonial architecture of Taxco.
  • Get acquainted with Taxco’s long-standing silversmith traditions.
  • Discover the rich gastronomic heritage of Guerrero State (Gro).

Itinerary

After pick-up, head to Cacahuamilpa Caves, a protected natural area that is home to infinite systems of tunnels and caverns. Those connect to chambers and underground halls that were once used by the Chontal tribes to worship the gods of the underworld. After a guided walk of the cave system, go to Taxco, Gro.

Situated in the mountains, Taxco is a beautiful colonial town famous for its long-standing mining and silversmith traditions since the 16th century, narrow picturesque streets, and architecture that hasn’t changed in the last couple of centuries.

One of the symbols of the town is a UNESCO-nominated 200-year-old baroque-style church, the Santa Prisca Cathedral.

After exploring these two wonderful places, return to your vehicle and relax on the way back to Mexico City.

Why go with us

  • The time of the tour is spent purely on sightseeing: no visits to souvenir shops/restaurants (unless you ask) + we make sure you have enough time to see all the main attractions.
  • 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 TIME & LOCATION
Default departure time is at7:00 AM, but we can also adjust them per your request. Our guide will meet you up at the requested time and location and might need to contact you by phone. Therefore, please kindly provide a valid phone number during your booking.

TOUR DURATION 
The standard duration of the tour is 12 h from the moment of a meetup. 

TRANSPORT

The meeting point is at Angel de la Independencia, shared transportation inlcuded. 

WHAT TO TAKE WITH YOU

Comfortable clothes and (preferable hiking) shoes;  hat/cap, sunglasses, and sunscreen; travel insurance; good mood and curiosity.

Notes

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