10-day Trip In Mexico: Heart Of Mexico

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Itinerary

Day 1: Mexico City

Stop At: Mexico City, Mexico City, Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
Bienvenidos a laย Ciudad de Mexico - the largest city in Latin America where ancient and modern coexist in harmony. Arrive at any time before meeting your group & Tour Leader in the evening: welcome meeting & optional get-together in one of the local restaurants/bars.

Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Mexico City
Activities: welcome meeting
Duration: 24 minutes

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Mexico City.

Day 2: Mexico City

Stop At: Mexico City, Mexico City, Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
Spend the 1st half of the day exploring Mexico City's Historic Centre & visiting the National Anthropology Museum with your Tour Leader.ย  Free time in the afternoon, optional dinner & get-together with the group in the evening.

Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B inย Mexico City
Meals: breakfast
Activities: walking tour of the Historic Centre of Mexico City; guided visit to the National Anthropology Museum
Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Museo Nacional de Antropologรญa, Av. Paseo de la Reforma s/n, Polanco, Bosque de Chapultepec I Secc, Miguel Hidalgo, 11560 Ciudad de Mรฉxico, CDMX, Mexico
Guided visit.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
โ€ข Breakfast
Accommodation included: Conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Mexico City.

Day 3: Mexico City - Teotihuacan - Tepotzotlรกn - Arcos del Sitio - Villa del Carbon

Stop At: Teotihuacan Pyramids, San Juan Teotihuacan 55800 Mexico
Firstly, in the morning,ย  head to UNESCO-listed Teotihuacan - one of the greatest pre-Hispanic cities in Mexico and the former capital of the ancient empire. Once there, take a leisurely walk around the archeological zone, visiting its impressive palaces & climbing its imposing pyramids. Afterward, continue our "Heart of Mexico Adventure Tour" in Tepotzotlan - a beautiful colonial town that houses famous UNESCO-listed the Temple of San Francisco Javier.

After an optional lunch of local specialties & walking tour around the center of the town, we will move to another nearby architectural gem, the Arcos del Sitio. Also known as the Xalpa Aqueduct, its construction is spectacular since it has 43 arches divided into four levels, reaching a height of 61 meters and a length of 438 meters. Finally, in the late afternoon, reach Villa del Carbon - a "Magical Town" that preserves intact the splendor of the colonial era, a time where the main economic activity was the exploitation of coal. Check-in, walking tour around the historic center, optional dinner & get-together with the group in one of local restaurants/bars.

Transportation: private vehicle
Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B house in Villa del Carbon
Meals: breakfast
Activities: guided visits to Teotihuacan Archeological Zone ย & Arcos del Sitio; walking tours in Tepotzotlan & Villa del Carbon
Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Tepotzotlan, Tepotzotlan, Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
Walking tour.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Arcos del Sitio, Tepotzotlan Mexico
Guided visit.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Villa del Carbon, Villa del Carbon, Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
Walking tour.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
โ€ข Breakfast
Accommodation included: Conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Villa del Carbon.

Day 4: Villa del Carbon - Taxhimay Dam - Aculco - El Oro

Stop At: Presa Taxhimay, Villa del Carbon Mexico
Firstly, in the morning, go to Taxhimay Dam. Once there, we will take kayaks to see the remains of San Luis de las Paras, a village that was sunk in 1934 to make room for the water reservoir. Afterward, we will move to a "Magical Town" of Aculco to explore its neat historic center, try some of the numerous local cheese varieties & visit its nearby natural wonders - Cascadas de Tixhiรฑรบ & Cascada de la Concepciรณn. Finally, we will arrive at El Oro - another charming "Magical Town" that used to be one of the biggest gold mining centers in the world. Check-in, walking tour around the historic center, optional dinner & get-together with the group in one of local restaurants/bars.

Transportation: private vehicle
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in El Oro
Activities: kayak/boat tour in Taxhimay Dam; visits to Cascadas de Tixhiรฑรบ & Cascada de la Concepciรณn; cheese tasting in Aculco, walking tours in Aculco & El Oro
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Aculco, Aculco, Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
Walking tour.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Cascadas de Tixhinu, Carretera 57 Acambay-San Juan del Rio A few kilometers from the Municipal Head, Aculco Mexico
Guided visit.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Cascadas De La Concepcion, Road Aculco - Amealca, Aculco Mexico
Guided visit.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: El Oro, El Oro, Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
Walking tour.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
โ€ข Breakfast
Accommodation included: Conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in El Oro.

Day 5: El Oro - Centro Ceremonial Mazahua - Calixtlahuaca Archaeological Zone - Toluca - Metepec

Stop At: Mining Museum of the State of Mexico, Tiro Norte, Centro, 50600 El Oro de Hidalgo, Mรฉx., Mexico
Start your morning exploring the mining glory of El Oro by visiting its Mining Museum & Socavon De San Juan. Afterward, go to visit Centro Ceremonial Mazahua & Calixtlahuaca Archaeological Zone before reaching Toluca - a state capital surrounded by peaceful mountains, alpine forests, and ancient ruins. Once there, walk tour around Toluca's compact historic center & visit Cosmovitral - an impressive botanical garden with over 400 species of plants, trees, and shrubs and outstanding stained glasses. Afterward, move to a nearby "Magical Town" of Metepec that stands out for its landscapes and even more so for the indigenous artisan creations that are true works of art. Check-in, walking tour around the historic center with local liquor tasting, optional dinner & get-together with the group in one of local restaurants/bars.

Transportation: private vehicle
Meals: breakfast; local liquor tasting in Metepec
Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Metepec
Activities: guided visits to Mining Museum & Socavon De San Juan (El Oro), Centro Ceremonial Mazahua, Calixtlahuaca Archaeological Zone & Cosmovitral (Toluca); walking tours of Toluca & Metepec
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Socavon de San Juan, Calle Tiro Consuelo corner Juan Aldama, El Oro 50600 Mexico
Guided visit.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Presa Brockman, Estado de Mรฉxico, Mexico
Photo stop.
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: CEREMONIAL CENTER MAZAHUA, State of Mexico, Mexico
Guided visit.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Toluca, Toluca, Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
Guided visit of Calixtlahuaca Archaeological Zone.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Cosmovitral Jardin Botanico, Calle Benito Juarez s/n esq. Lerdo de Tejada Centro, Toluca Mexico
Guided visit.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Toluca, Toluca, Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
Walking tour of the historic center.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Metepec, Metepec, Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
Walking tour of the historic center.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
โ€ข Breakfast
Accommodation included: Conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Metepec.

Day 6: Metepec - Nevado de Toluca - Valle de Bravo

Stop At: Nevado de Toluca, Toluca Mexico
Start your day by visiting Nevado de Toluca - a national park around the same-named volcano that is considered the fourth highest peak in Mexico. There, hike towards its crater & 2 twin lakes - Laguna del Sol & Laguna de la Luna. Afterward, move to the beautiful colonial town of Valle de Bravo visiting 2 of its nearby waterfalls on our way. After meeting sunset & enjoying impressive panoramic views from a local viewpoint, have a walking tour around the historic center of the town followed by an optional dinner & get-together in one of the local restaurants/bars.

Transportation: private vehicle
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Valle de Bravo
Activities: hiking to Nevado de Toluca; visits to Velo de Novia Real & El Molino Waterfalls; walking tour of Valle de Bravo
Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Cascadas Velo de Novia, Circuito Avandaro 120, Valle de Bravo 51200 Mexico
Guided visit.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: La Cascada, Avandaro,valle De Bravo, Ruta del Bosque 1, Avandaro, 51200 Valle de Bravo, Mรฉx., Mexico
Guided visit.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Valle de Bravo, Valle de Bravo, Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
Walking tour.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
โ€ข Breakfast
Accommodation included: Conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Valle de Bravo.

Day 7: Valle de Bravo - Sierra de Nanchititla State Park

Stop At: Avandaro, Valle de Bravo, Mรฉx., Mexico
Firstly, in the morning, go to water ski (you will be instructed if needed) after visiting Centro de Espiritualidad Carmel Maranatha. Afterward, continue our "Heart of Mexico Adventure Tour" going to enjoy the views of impressive 105-m high Cascada De Nanchititla. Optional dinner & get-together in Sierra de Nanchititla State Park.

Transportation: private vehicle
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: eco-cabins in Sierra de Nanchititla State Park
Activities: waterskiing in Valle de Bravo; entrance & hiking to the waterfalls in Sierra de Nanchititla State Park
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Centro de Espiritualidad Carmel Maranatha, Carretera Mรฉxico Valle de Bravo Km. 66 S/N, Valle de Bravo, 51200 Valle de Bravo, Mรฉx., Mexico
Guided visit.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Parque Sierra de Nanchititla, Caรฑadas de Nanchititla, Mexico City Mexico
Hiking,
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
โ€ข Breakfast
Accommodation included: Cabins in Sierra de Nanchititla State Park.

Day 8: Sierra de Nanchititla State Park - Grutas Estrella - Tecomatepec - Ixtapan de la Sal

Stop At: Tecomatepec, Ixtapan de la Sal, Mรฉx., Mexico
Start your day going to Grutas de la Estrella - a natural wonder inside which you can admire the various natural forms of stalactites & stalagmites. After a guided tour of the caves, go to Tecomatepec - a charming village that is famous for its clay crafts & hospitality of its inhabitants. There, we will visit a local 16th-century church, walk around its small center & visit one of its clay workshops. Afterward, move to a resort town of Ixtapan de la Sal that offers all-year-round sunny weather, curing thermal waters, and lush vegetation. Check-in, walking tour around the historic center of the town, followed by an optional dinner & evening visit of local thermal springs.

Transportation: private vehicle
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Ixtapan de la Sal
Activities: guided visit to Grutas de la Estrella; walking tours of Tecomatepec & Ixtapan de la Sal; visit of thermal springs in Ixtapan de la Sal
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Ixtapan de la Sal, Ixtapan de la Sal, Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
Walking tour.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Balneario Municipal, Allende Sur, Ixtapan de la Sal 51900 Mexico
Evening visit to thermal springs.
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
โ€ข Breakfast
Accommodation included: Conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Ixtapan de la Sal.


Day 9: Ixtapan de la Sal - Tenancingo - Malinalco

Stop At: Monumento a Cristo Rey, 52400, Providencia, 52400 Tenancingo de Degollado, Estado de Mรฉxico, Mexico
Firstly, in the morning, go to a nearby town of Tenancingo to visit an impressive 30-m high Monumento a Cristo Rey & historic flowers market. Afterward, continue to a "Magical Town" of Malinalco. There, we will visit Cuauhtinchan Archeological Zone, explore its beautiful colonial center with ancient Augustinian Ex-convent, visit local handcrafts workshops & try some of the best local food specialties. Check-in, free time, optional dinner & get-together with the group in one of the local restaurants/bars.

Transportation: private vehicle
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Malinalco
Activities: guided visits to Monumento a Cristo Rey, Tenancingo Flowers market, Museo de Malinalco, Cuauhtinchan Archeological Zone; walking tour of Malinalco
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Zona Arqueologica Malinalco, Amajac s/n Barrio Santa Monica, Malinalco 52440 Mexico
Guided visit.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Malinalco, Malinalco, Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
Walking tour.
Duration: 2 minutes

Stop At: Museo de Malinalco, Amajac, Agustรญn Melgar esquina, Santa Monica, 52440 Malinalco, Mรฉx., Mexico
Guided visit.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
โ€ข Breakfast
Accommodation included: Conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Malinalco.


Day 10: Malinalco - Chalma - Lagunas de Zempoala National Park - Mexico City

Stop At: Sanctuary of Chalma, Malinalco Mexico
Start your day by visiting a nearby community of Chalma - the second-most-important pilgrimage site in Mexico, followed by hiking in Lagunas de Zempoala National Park. Arrival to Mexico City in the early afternoon. End of our " Heart of Mexico Adventure Tour".

Transportation: private vehicle
Meals: breakfast
Activities: walking tour of Chalma; hiking in Lagunas de Zempoala National Park
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Lagunas de Zempoala National Park, Mexico
Hiking.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
โ€ข Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.

Tour leaving from Mexico City

Mexicoโ€™s capital is one of the most populated cities around the world with more than 20 million residents. This city is home to centuries of history and culture, precisely this place was in its origins Tenochtitlรกn, capital of the great Mexica Empire.

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