Xochimilco: a traditional boat tour, culture, and fun.
Xochimilco, Mexico
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Experience a guided boat tour on the canals of Xochimilco in Mexico City, ideal for culture and history enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Sail the canals of Xochimilco, a pre-Hispanic site in Mexico City.
- See manmade floating islands dating back to the 14th century.
- Taste Mexico’s key national drinks and learn their histories.
Description
Start your tour at the Las Flores Nativitas jetty. Wait under the white arch marking the jetty entrance where your guide will meet you and lead you to a decorated trajinera, a traditional regional boat.
Onboard, enjoy a small souvenir, unlimited drinks, and typical Mexican sweets made by local artisans. Learn about the production of tequila while tasting this iconic drink.
Hear about the history and current significance of the Xochimilco Canals as you pass greenhouses filled with seasonal local flowers. Participate in cultural activities and practice Mexican slang.
Take a break on a chinampa (ancestral floating island) to eat either a quesadilla or sopes (one per person included), with restroom access available.
Taste pulque, the sacred drink of the Mexica gods, and discover its mystical background. Learn to make a Michelada cocktail and test your knowledge with a challenge game among participants.
Conclude with a tasting of various types of mezcal, a traditional Mexican spirit.
Important Notice: You may play your choice of music from a speaker during the tour at no extra cost. Live music can be booked for an additional fee, payable by the guest requesting it.
As this is a tourist area, vendors selling food, drinks, souvenirs, and clothing are present along the canal. Any purchases made outside the boat are the customer’s responsibility.
Includes
- Local guide
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
- Sweet treats
- Food (1 quesadilla or sope per person)
- Music over a speaker
- Souvenir
Excludes
- Tips
- Extra services
- Live music
Important Information
- The tour includes food and drinks.
- Luggage can be brought onto the boat if needed.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For best experience, book in advance and bring comfortable clothing and a camera. Morning or early afternoon visits offer cooler temperatures and quieter canals.
