Mexico: Tradition and Modernity

Mexico: Tradition and Modernity

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Mexico: Tradition and Modernity

13 Days Starting in Chihuahua, Mexico and ending in Mexico City, Mexico

Visiting: Chihuahua, Creel, Divisadero, Los Mochis, Guadalajara, Guanajuato, Dolores Hidalgo, Querétaro, Queretaro, Mexico City

Tour operator:

Europamundo

Tour code:

2507608

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

36 - 72

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

3-85

Trip Styles:

Adventure Tours

Activities:

Walking

From: $1546 $1391 (USD) Operator discount: -$155

NB: Prices correct on 30-Jan-2025 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating journey through Mexico, where tradition meets modernity. Begin in Chihuahua with a city tour exploring historical landmarks like the Pancho Villa Museum. Travel through scenic landscapes to Creel, the gateway to the Copper Canyon, and discover the unique rock formations of the Valley of Mushrooms and Frogs. Experience the thrill of the Adventure Park in Divisadero, and ride the Chepe Express through breathtaking canyons to Los Mochis. Explore Guadalajara, the birthplace of mariachi and tequila, and visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Guanajuato. Discover the rich history of Dolores Hidalgo and the colonial charm of San Miguel De Allende. In Querétaro, enjoy a theatrical tour of a historic hacienda and savor local wines and cheeses. Conclude your adventure in Mexico City, exploring the ancient pyramids of Teotihuacan and the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe. This tour offers an unforgettable blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty.

Highlights

  • Visit the Pancho Villa Museum and the historic residential neighborhoods in Chihuahua.

  • Explore the vibrant Pueblo Mágico of Creel, the gateway to the Copper Canyon.

  • Experience the breathtaking landscapes and activities at the Adventure Park in Divisadero.

  • Ride the Chepe Express through the Copper Canyon, one of the world's most spectacular train journeys.

  • Discover Guadalajara, the birthplace of mariachi music and tequila, and visit the UNESCO World Heritage site, Cabañas Hospice.

  • Tour the beautiful colonial city of Guanajuato, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with its steep slopes and narrow streets.

  • Explore the historic center of Querétaro, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with its stunning plazas and baroque churches.

  • Visit the impressive archaeological site of Teotihuacan, including the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Chihuahua

Location: Chihuahua

Accommodation Name: hotel

Welcome to Mexico! Upon arrival at Chihuahua airport, our transfer representative will be waiting to take you to your hotel.After check-in, our guide will meet you in the hotel lobby for a city tour, during which you’ll visit the Pancho Villa Museum, the Cathedral, Quinta Gameros Museum, the Government Palace, and historic residential neighborhoods.

Day 2 : Chihuahua, Creel

Location: Creel

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, we’ll set out through scenic landscapes of mountains and forests, passing through towns inhabited by Mennonite communities. Traveling 260 km, we’ll arrive in Creel, a vibrant Pueblo Mágico known as the gateway to the Copper Canyon.Here, we’ll embark on a tour that includes Lake Arareko, the historic San Ignacio Mission, Tarahumara caves still inhabited by local families, and the unique rock formations of the Valley of Mushrooms and Frogs.

Day 3 : Creel, Divisadero

Location: Divisadero

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

Today, we’ll travel 130 km by road through breathtaking landscapes. Our tour includes a visit to Piedra Volada Falls, the Adventure Park, the suspension bridge, and scenic viewpoints. At the Adventure Park, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of activities, including the cable car, zipline, zip rider, and rentals for ATVs and bicycles, as well as guided hikes led by Tarahumara guides. These activities are not included (tickets available at the park entrance).After lunch (included), we’ll take a guided walk through the area to admire different views of the canyon and visit a traditional Tarahumara cave. We’ll then continue to the hotel, with dinner included.

Day 4 : Divisadero, Chepe Express, Los Mochis

Location: Los Mochis

Accommodation Name: hotel

Today, we’ll board the Chepe Express through the Copper Canyon, one of the world’s most spectacular tourist trains (tourist class). The train winds deep into the mountains, navigating rugged terrain, passing steep cliffs, and crossing 86 impressive tunnels and 37 remarkable bridges that span powerful rivers. Along the way, you’ll take in the most stunning views of the region, including the highest bridge on the route and the “El Descanso” Tunnel, the longest tunnel of the journey.We’ll arrive in Los Mochis, where a transfer will be waiting to take you to your hotel. You’ll have free time to explore this city, founded in 1893 by American engineer Albert K. Owen as part of his utopian socialist project, "The Topolobampo Colony." Situated in a region rich in agricultural production, especially sugarcane, Los Mochis played a vital role in the area’s economic growth and development.

Day 5 : Los Mochis, Guadalajara

Location: Guadalajara

Accommodation Name: hotel

Free time in Los Mochis until your transfer to the airport. We’ll include a flight to Guadalajara, followed by a transfer to your hotel and leisure time to explore. You’ll then be in the capital of Jalisco, a colonial city known as the birthplace of mariachi music and tequila.

Day 6 : Guadalajara

Location: Guadalajara

Accommodation Name: hotel

In the morning we include a visit to Guadalajara, the modern metropolis with its colonial historic center, its cathedral, its market, its Tapatía square. We will enter the Cabañas Hospice, declared Unesco World Heritage. After the visit, we will go on to the next town of TEQUILA, we include entrance to the MUNDO CUERVO distillery and will see how this famous Mexican drink is made (entrance and tasting included). After this, time for a stroll and lunch in the picturesque town of Tequila. After lunch, we return to Guadalajara.

Day 7 : Guadalajara, Guanajuato

Location: Guanajuato

Accommodation Name: hotel

We travel to the state of GUANAJUATO. Arrival at midday. In the afternoon we include a city tour of this very beautiful university city declared World Heritage, its steep slopes, its narrow streets, its churches, and we also include a cable car ride to admire the view from “el Pípila”.

Day 8 : Guanajuato, Dolores Hidalgo, San Miguel De Allende, Queretaro

Location: Dolores Hidalgo

Accommodation Name: hotel

Amidst the mountains, we will travel to DOLORES HIDALGO, the city that is the cradle of Mexican independence. Afterwards we head to SAN MIGUEL DE ALLENDE, a beautiful city with vice regal architecture and cobbled streets declared World Heritage. Time for a stroll. In the afternoon, we visit the ATOTONILCO Sanctuary, known as the “Century of God and the Patria”, World Heritage site (sometimes it will not be possible to visit inside due to the retreats that take place there). We then go to QUERETARO, with its very beautiful colonial center, its main square, its busy restaurants and pedestrian streets.

Day 9 : Queretaro

Location: Querétaro

Accommodation Name: hotel

We’ll enjoy a free morning in Querétaro, giving you time to further explore this historic city, celebrated for its rich cultural and architectural heritage. Founded in 1531, Querétaro played a vital role in Mexico’s independence and the Mexican Revolution. Its historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is filled with stunning plazas, baroque churches, and colonial buildings. During these days, you’ll have the opportunity to stroll through its magnificent downtown with cobbled streets, vibrant squares surrounded by colonial architecture, and colorful facades. You can also visit its 18th-century aqueduct, gardens, and markets.In the afternoon, we’ll include a unique theatrical experience! Just 40 km from Querétaro lies the Hacienda Atongo, a historic seventeenth-century estate. Here, we’ll take a guided tour with characters from another era, immersing ourselves in the rich history of the hacienda, from its main buildings to the vineyard. The visit will be brought to life with theatrical performances by local actors. We’ll also enjoy a refreshing drink made from the wine produced on the estate. After the tour, we´ll return to Querétaro.

Day 10 : Queretaro

Location: Queretaro

Accommodation Name: hotel

Today, we’ll visit the Pueblo Mágico of San Sebastián de Bernal, a charming town known for its tranquil atmosphere at the base of the world’s third-largest monolith. Here, you’ll find skilled textile artisans. We’ll also explore Tequisquiapan, famous for its mineral water spas and colonial-style buildings that line its cobblestone streets. This town is renowned for its handmade artisanal products, especially the woven baskets sold in the artisan market. A guided tour will be included, allowing us to delve into the local history.Our excursion will also include a delightful culinary experience, with a visit to the San Patricio Winery and the Bocanegra Cheese Cellar. You’ll learn about cheese production and the unique challenges of high-altitude winemaking, accompanied by a tasting of regional wines.

Day 11 : Queretaro, Mexico City

Location: Mexico City

Accommodation Name: hotel

Today, we’ll conclude our journey with a transfer by regular coach service to Mexico City. We’ll take you to the bus station to board your coach for an approximately three-hour ride, either to your hotel to continue your travels or to Mexico City Airport to end your trip.

Day 12 : Mexico City

Location: Mexico City

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today, we’ll explore Mexico City and the remarkable site of Teotihuacan, located just 40 km from the capital. After breakfast, we’ll begin our journey at the Plaza of the Three Cultures, where past and present merge seamlessly. From there, we’ll continue to the impressive archaeological site of Teotihuacan, where we’ll visit the monumental Pyramids of the Sun and Moon, the Temple of Quetzalpapalotl, the Citadel, and the Avenue of the Dead. We’ll also stop by a local artisan center. On our way back to the city, we’ll visit the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the patroness of Latin America. After returning to the hotel, the rest of the day will be free.

Day 13 : Mexico City

Location: Mexico City

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast. End of our services. Transfer from the hotel to the airport not included.

What's Included

  • Arrival Transfer

    Upon arrival at Chihuahua airport, a transfer representative will be waiting to take you to your hotel.

  • City Tour in Chihuahua

    A guided city tour in Chihuahua, including visits to the Pancho Villa Museum, the Cathedral, Quinta Gameros Museum, the Government Palace, and historic residential neighborhoods.

  • Breakfast and Lunch in Divisadero

    Breakfast and lunch are included during the stay in Divisadero.

  • Chepe Express Train Journey

    A journey on the Chepe Express through the Copper Canyon, one of the world’s most spectacular tourist trains.

  • Flight to Guadalajara

    A flight from Los Mochis to Guadalajara is included.

  • Visit to Mundo Cuervo Distillery

    Entrance and tasting included at the Mundo Cuervo distillery in Tequila.

  • City Tour in Guanajuato

    A city tour of Guanajuato, including a cable car ride to admire the view from 'El Pípila'.

  • Theatrical Experience at Hacienda Atongo

    A guided tour with theatrical performances at the historic Hacienda Atongo, including a refreshing drink made from the estate's wine.

  • Guided Tour in Tequisquiapan

    A guided tour in Tequisquiapan, including a visit to the San Patricio Winery and the Bocanegra Cheese Cellar with a tasting of regional wines.

  • Visit to Teotihuacan

    A visit to the archaeological site of Teotihuacan, including the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon, the Temple of Quetzalpapalotl, the Citadel, and the Avenue of the Dead.

What's Not Included

  • Adventure Park Activities

    Activities at the Adventure Park, such as the cable car, zipline, zip rider, and rentals for ATVs and bicycles, are not included.

  • Transfer from Hotel to Airport

    Transfer from the hotel to the airport at the end of the tour is not included.

Mode of Transport

Transportation includes a scenic journey on the Chepe Express through the Copper Canyon, road travel through breathtaking landscapes, and a regular coach service to Mexico City.

Accommodation

Accommodation details are not provided in the tour description.

Check out our Q&As

  • What can I expect to see on the city tour in Chihuahua?

    During the city tour in Chihuahua, you will visit the Pancho Villa Museum, the Cathedral, Quinta Gameros Museum, the Government Palace, and historic residential neighborhoods.

  • What activities are available at the Adventure Park in Divisadero?

    At the Adventure Park in Divisadero, you can enjoy activities such as a cable car ride, zipline, zip rider, and rentals for ATVs and bicycles, as well as guided hikes led by Tarahumara guides.

  • What is special about the Chepe Express train journey?

    The Chepe Express train journey through the Copper Canyon is one of the world's most spectacular tourist train rides, featuring rugged terrain, steep cliffs, and crossing 86 tunnels and 37 bridges, offering stunning views of the region.

  • What will I experience during the visit to the MUNDO CUERVO distillery in Tequila?

    During the visit to the MUNDO CUERVO distillery in Tequila, you will see how the famous Mexican drink is made, with entrance and tasting included.

  • What is included in the city tour of Guanajuato?

    The city tour of Guanajuato includes exploring its steep slopes, narrow streets, churches, and a cable car ride to admire the view from 'El Pípila'.

  • What can I do during the free morning in Querétaro?

    During the free morning in Querétaro, you can explore the historic city center, visit stunning plazas, baroque churches, colonial buildings, and the 18th-century aqueduct, as well as enjoy the vibrant squares and markets.

  • What is the highlight of the visit to San Sebastián de Bernal?

    The highlight of the visit to San Sebastián de Bernal is its tranquil atmosphere at the base of the world's third-largest monolith, along with exploring the town's skilled textile artisans.

  • What will I see at the archaeological site of Teotihuacan?

    At the archaeological site of Teotihuacan, you will visit the monumental Pyramids of the Sun and Moon, the Temple of Quetzalpapalotl, the Citadel, and the Avenue of the Dead.

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I have taken a trip...

02-Apr-2024

I have taken a trip with them through Spain and Portugal and everything was very organized. Professional guides and wonderful places. Without a doubt, I will return.

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We had a fantastic trip...

27-Jun-2023

We had a fantastic trip with EuropaMundo. We visited France, Switzerland, Italy, Monaco and Spain. Gonzalo our guide was incredibly knowledgable and friendly, gave us a fantastic tour throughout the whole trip. We learned about history, art, culture and much more. He kept us entertained, was happy to answer all of our questions, also offered recommendations of things to do, see and places to eat during the tour. Also want to thank our drivers Narciso and Olivier both did a fantastic job driving us safe. Money and time well invested. Highly recommended.

Nimar Sekhon (Google Reviewer)  

I want to let you...

16-Jul-2024

I want to let you guys know your tour guides were excellent Frey, Julie and Alba was very professional. Also hotels in Spain quite clean. Only think you guys need to improve on giving accurate times guides bus because told 8:30 am because told I would little more accurate timings of the tour. I was wondering if guys tours in Greece or Israel plan another vacation next year asking if guys have any tours available in Greece or Israel.

Paul Quan (Google Reviewer)  

Just finished a 3 week...

22-Oct-2023

Just finished a 3 week tour not do long ago. Most of it was great, I couldn't ask for a better experience. Except for 1 tour guide (Maria). First of she and the driver was over an hour late to our hotel to pick every one up, which is fair enough, unexpected things happen. Then I thought that everyone was punished due to them being late. We were rushed everywhere we went. She made us pay for a toilet only to walk us down to the city centre to only allow us 45 minutes to find a restaurant to have so called lunch at around 3:00pm. Then we drove for at least 6 hours with very little breaks, not even to allow everyone to have toilet breaks. I would recommend eurpomando but not Maria as a tour guide. Every other tour guide we had were fantastic.

Julia Macapagal (Google Reviewer)  

We are three from the...

20-Aug-2024

We are three from the Philippines and were set to tour the Czech Republic (June 10). Overall, the tour was satisfactory except we would like to suggest giving more time to the highlights of each city. For instance, we were able to see the exterior of Versailles - but even if we wanted to get in to see more of its beauty, we could not as we were pressured by time to be at the meeting place at a certain point. That is exactly what happened to us during our Eiffel Tower experience as well. The Louvre museum was optional but we finished the cruise at 3:00 PM and the museum would close at 5:00 PM. This schedule was literally just like a tick the box list. Another important thing I would like to say is regarding William or Guillermo. He was our tour guide on June 12 from Pilsen to Germany. We understand that this is a group tour and that time is a big factor such that our punctuality is required. But it is also inevitable that sometimes you get late, you can get lost, but that was not intentional. That is exactly what happened to us, we got lost in Rothenburg and caused us to be late, meters away from the bus, he was yelling at us at the peak of his lungs. Very discourteous and very unethical! He was unlike other guides. Not to mention that he is not so knowledgeable in the topics he was discussing, again, unlike the other tour guides. To think that he has been doing his job for several years “with passion”, it was such a disappointment. His attitude did not show any passion for his work.

Glenn (Google Reviewer)  

We had an incredible time...

12-Dec-2023

We had an incredible time visiting Switzerland and Paris, and there was no need to worry about anything. The organization was perfect, and the hotels were booked and all this was at a resonable cost. But an issue arose with an extremely rude and unpleasant driver(Andres) for one of the days, who abruptly slammed the brakes on a high-speed bus because he was angry at kids talking. This could have been very dangerous for the passengers also. Would have given 5 stars if it wasbt for the driver

Talia Rodriguez (Google Reviewer)  

Terrible agency, total scammers. Booked...

08-Oct-2024

Terrible agency, total scammers. Booked a trip to Europe and didn’t received what was promised. We didn’t have free time (10-30 min in most cases) the whole trip felt rushed, we ate at every gas stations in Europe, not restaurants , we had to drag mas suitcases, couldn’t watch a show/performance because we had to book it advance and according to them this was included until we got to the places and they said “we couldn’t book the show” money was returned. This is false advertisement. Hotels were pure garbage, at some point we found bugs in our bed. To many lies, to many scams, I hated the whole thing. Our group was a gem, they handpicked the most annoying people ever and had to be together from 6 am until 12 pm in the mornings, we couldn’t visit or watch anything in Europe because we were busy 12 h on a bus crossing borders, so what they put in the paper example: “The alps” was literally the view of the alps from a bus, never visited anything that was stated in the world. We were to supposed to visit Switzerland, one of the bests countries and most beautiful places on earth but we were there 1 h, San Sebastián Spain 10 min, what the hell is that? Tourist guides are terrible, while on the bus they won’t tell you the history. We visited France and stayed ij burdeaux (for some reason burdeaux was included but never saw it. Nasty hotels in the middle of nowhere , felt like I was working the whole trip

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Poorly organized tours - no...

19-May-2024

Poorly organized tours - no continuity or directions to people on tours. Drivers and guides are often late and, while nice people, are also very disorganized with little support from the home office. We are missing our Versailles tour because the bus driver did not show up. One hotel had no water for the entire hotel. The company is about churning as many people through their tours than providing quality experiences. I plan to report them through our travel agent to prevent more people from using them.

Pedro Rascon (Google Reviewer)  

I had travelled with Europamundo...

24-Jul-2024

I had travelled with Europamundo twice back in 2013 and 2014. This year I decided to repeat a trip with them (Prague-Budapest-Vienna-Innsbruck). In the last 10 years I’ve done about 10 trips to Europe, but this time I decided to go back with them so I could worry less about transportation, hotels, guided tours, etc. I regret so much going with them. After spending about $20K on this trip my vacation got totally ruined by Europamundo. I am never traveling with Europamundo ever again. Rest of my review in screenshots attached...

Arielle Nicole (Google Reviewer)  

The absolute worst. They do...

02-Sep-2023

The absolute worst. They do not follow the itinerary provided. When we arrived in Versailles, tickets are sold out since instead of morning, they changed it to 3-4pm where all the tickets are sold out. Whole day wasted. Most of the museums/sights they state in their itinerary, they will just bring you there, entrance fee is not included. They will only bring you to free places, so just be aware that you will not be getting your money’s worth. Bus is ALWAYS late, today our meetup time is 7:45am, the bus arrived 8:25am, since they had to pick up other guest from a totally different hotel. They frequently change buses, it is a hit or miss. There are times where the airconditioner is good, leg space is acceptable. There are also times, they would rent a bus from a different company, where it is very cramped. Guide: they know the basics but not the nitty gritty details. For example they would just point you “Oh this is blah building, without any further explanation.” Hotels are mostly 4 star hotels with really shitty customer service. Once I had a room (cant remember the hotel in Lyon, France) assigned to me where the room has not been cleaned up. GROSS. One of the other hotel (Dormero Hotel, Zurich), did not have a reception staff at night, so when we were a defective bath tub, we had no one to complain to.

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