Highlights
- Visit to the Assumption Cathedral in Cuernavaca, Morelos
- Enjoy the atmosphere of the Magical Town of Taxco, 'the Silver Capital'
- We will have time to purchase silver items
Description
Spend a day outside the city and discover Taxco, a 'Magical Town' and the Silver Capital of the World.
We'll depart Mexico City and first make a short visit to Cuernavaca, the 'City of Eternal Spring.' There, we will visit the historic center with its beautiful Cathedral of the Assumption, the oldest in Mexico, with a fortress-style construction. Inside, we can see a unique 30-meter mural that narrates the martyrdom of San Felipe de Jesús and the 26 martyrs of Nagasaki in Japan. Also notable inside the church is an image of Jesus in full ascension and not crucified, as in most other churches.
We'll continue on to the Magical Town of Taxco, a small colonial city located at the foot of the slopes of the Sierra Madre del Sur, with a unique style of architecture that stands out for its cobbled streets and white stucco houses with red tile roofs. The iron balconies on the windows are usually overflowing with beautiful hanging flowers.
Taxco is also known as Mexico's silver-producing capital, so you'll find a wide variety of silver items to buy. We'll learn to distinguish between silver and silver-plated items and try a traditional drink known as 'Berta' made with tequila. We'll visit the main square and see the Cathedral of Santa Prisca, whose altars are covered in gold and which was built by Don José de la Borda, the wealthiest man of the time.
Walking through its cobblestone streets, we can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of a typical Mexican town, the warmth of its people, and its beautiful architecture.
A notable feature is that the taxis used by the entire population are the famous VW Beetles, which Mexicans affectionately nickname 'Los Vochitos'.
At the conclusion of the tour, drop-off in Mexico City.
Arrival approximately 8:00 PM to 8:30 PM.
Includes
Transportation CDMX - Cuernavaca - Taxco - CDMX
Tourism transportation with traveler insurance
Sightseeing tour with an expert tour guide
Visit the Cathedral of the Assumption in Cuernavaca
Visit to the Magical Town of Taxco de Alarcón
Visit to the Cathedral of Santa Prisca in Taxco
Free time in Taxco
Visit to a local silversmith
Lunch (only if option is selected)
Excludes
Food and beverages (optional)
Tips
Important Information
- Please arrive at the meeting points 5 to 10 minutes prior
The tour guide will be holding an orange sign with the NILTZE logo for easy identification
Please note that Taxco is located on a mountain and the road is sloped and paved with cobblestones. It is not recommended for people with mobility issues
The travel time from Taxco to Mexico City is approximately 3 to 3.5 hours
This sightseeing tour is not recommended if you have a flight on the same day. Please note that we go out on the highway and we could encounter a situation that delays our drop-off in Mexico City.
Keep in mind that you're traveling with other people, so it's important to listen carefully to the tour guide's instructions about times and meeting points, and try to stay with the group at all times.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
