Summer Tour to Acaxochitlán: Traditional Food, Mushrooms and Beverages (Private /12h)

Overview

Get ready for a one-of-a-kind experience in Acaxochitlán, where nature, flavor, and tradition awaken your senses! Wander through fragrant pine forests in search of wild mushrooms, sip rich local spirits, and savor earthy dishes you help create. With every step, taste, and story, this journey brings the land to life.

Highlights

• Dive into a unique journey to Acaxochitlán, blending nature, food, and tradition.
• Enjoy a buffet breakfast, tasting regional dishes made with fresh local ingredients.
• Participate in a cooking workshop to prepare traditional mushroom soup.
• Explore Acaxochitlán’s pre-Hispanic history at the museum.
• Taste handcrafted local spirits at an artisanal wine and liquor workshop, learning about traditional production methods.
• Hike through oak and pine forests to gather seasonal mushrooms, learning about the area’s natural wonders.

Itinerary

Get ready for a unique and hop on an experience where nature, food, and local traditions come together for an unforgettable day! We’ll begin with an early pickup and head to Acaxochitlán, located about two hours from Mexico City.

Our first stop is Santa Catarina, where a delicious buffet-style breakfast awaits. You’ll get to try a variety of regional dishes, all made with fresh local ingredients, a perfect way to start the day. After breakfast, we’ll head into the nearby oak and patula pine forest. Guided by your expert host, we’ll take a walk to identify and collect edible mushrooms that grow abundantly in the area during the season. It’s not just a hike, it’s a hands-on, sensory journey into the region’s natural bounty.

Once we’ve gathered our mushrooms, it’s time to put them to good use! You’ll take part in a participatory cooking workshop where we’ll prepare a traditional mushroom soup along with other delicious, locally inspired dishes. You’ll then enjoy your meal on-site, sharing this freshly prepared feast with fellow travelers in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

In the afternoon, we head to the town of Acaxochitlán. Here, we’ll visit the archeological museum to explore the area’s rich history, including artifacts and insights into the region’s pre-Hispanic past. Just a few minutes away, we’ll stop at a local artisan site that showcases handmade crafts and traditional designs. From there, we’ll visit the Parroquia, a historic church that reflects the deep cultural and religious roots of the community.

To top it all off, we’ll visit an artisanal wine and liquor workshop. Here, you’ll learn about the traditional methods used to produce local spirits and taste a variety of handcrafted products. This final stop brings together flavor and craftsmanship in a way that reflects the pride of the region.

As the day winds down, we’ll head back to Mexico City, filled with stories, flavors, and memories of a day well spent in the heart of Acaxochitlán. Ready for a day of wild mushrooms, rich history, and warm hospitality? Let’s go!

• 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 time for this tour is 7:30 am but we can also slightly adjust it 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 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 depends on the size of your group and may include car, 7-seater, or minivan.
• This is a private tour: only your group will participate.
• Travelers should have a basic physical fitness condition.