10| Mexico City & Xochimilco | 5 Days – 4 Nights
With more than 20 million inhabitants, Mexico City is the largest city on the American continent. It has been the scene of the most important historical events in Mexico. The territory of Mexico City has 16 mayor municipalities, one of the most recognized is Xochimilco, “the Land of flowers” where you can navigate through walled channels of flower curtains and trees that will immerse you in this magical Indian heritage from the past. Mexico City and its surroundings will surprise you with streets full of incredible architecture in its colonial…
With more than 20 million inhabitants, Mexico City is the largest city on the American continent. It has been the scene of the most important historical events in Mexico. The territory of Mexico City has 16 mayor municipalities, one of the most recognized is Xochimilco, “the Land of flowers” where you can navigate through walled channels of flower curtains and trees that will immerse you in this magical Indian heritage from the past. Mexico City and its surroundings will surprise you with streets full of incredible architecture in its colonial buildings, monuments and remains of pre-Hispanic pyramids, you will also find yourself sourronded by art, music, literature and history.
Monuments / Attractions Envisaged
Mexico City: National Palace, The Metropolitan Cathedral, Tenochtitlan Templo Mayor Pyramids, The Torre Latinoamericana, Teotihuacan Pyramids, Virgin of Guadalupe Shrine
Ciudad Universitaria: The biggest and most important University in Mexico and Iberoamerica.
Xochimilco:Float along the walled canals lined with gardens and curtains of trees on brightly painted and decorated trajineras (a traditional flat-bottomed boat). Discover small artificial islands, called chinampas, which are used to grow flowers, vegetables and ornamental plants.
Accommodation Overview
As part of the Mexico City & Xochimilco tour you will be staying at a selection of four star hotels.
Equipped with modern day facilities, these hotels are known to offer the utmost care and comfort along with high standards of service.
Accommodation for your tour will be as described below, at the following properties:
4 Nights at Hotel Casa Blanca 4* or Similar in Mexico City on Bed and Breakfast basis.
Hotel Casa Blanca 4* – Located in the political, historical, economic and cultural centre of Mexico City, a few steps from the most important avenues, Reforma and Juarez, a strategic point in Mexico City. The property has rooms for meetings or private celebrations, a restaurant serving Mexican cuisine prepared by old recipes and bar overlooking the city. In the 12th, next to the bar floor, there is an outdoor pool. There is also a small gym open 24 hours and a solarium.
* Please note that should accommodation in the above listed hotels not be available at the time of your visit we will offer a similar standard.
Board Basis (Meal Plan) & Included Services
Welcome greeting at the airport in Mexico City.
Transportation in air conditioned vehicles (shared basis).
English speaking guide during the days of the tour.
04 nights accommodation at the hotels mentioned above on DBL occupancy.
Daily breakfast at all the above hotels.
Visits mentioned in the itinerary, including entrance fees to the archaeological sites.
Government taxes.
Exclusions
Expenses of personal nature like tipping, laundry, telephone/fax calls, alcoholic/non- alcoholic beverages, camera/video camera fee at monuments, medical expenses, airport taxes, any insurance etc.
Any meals other than the mentioned.
Tips during the excursions (for the Tour Guide and driver).
Gratuities in hotel (maids and bell boys).
Beach extension hotel.
Information
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Departure/Starting CityMexic City, Mexico
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Hotels during TourHotel Casa Blanca 4* or Similar (Mexico City)
Day 1: México City
Overnight in Mexico City | Hotel Casa Blanca 4* or Similar | Standard room on Bed & Breakfast basis
Day 2: México City. City Tour & Torre Latinoamericana
Overnight in Mexico City | Hotel Casa Blanca 4* or Similar | Standard room on Bed & Breakfast basis
Day 3: México City - Guadalupe Shrine & Teotihuacán
Overnight in Mexico City | Hotel Casa Blanca 4* or Similar | Standard room on Bed & Breakfast basis
Day 4: Mexico City – Ciudad Universitaria - Xochimilco
Overnight in Mexico City | Hotel Casa Blanca 4* or Similar | Standard room on Bed & Breakfast basis | Travelling Distance Approx. 35 km