Veracruz Attractions: Visit Ancient Ruins, Sea and Papantla Flyers (4 Days)

Itinerary

1. 1

   Mexico City

   Bienvenidos a Ciudad de Mexico - the largest city in Latin America where ancient and modern coexist in harmony. Arrive at any time before meeting your group and Tour Leader at your accommodation at 2 pm. After a short welcome meeting, go for a walking tour around the UNESCO-listed Historic Center, followed by a guided visit to the National Anthropology Museum. In the evening, join an optional dinner & get-together in one of the local restaurants. ­ • Accommodation : conveniently located, locally-own hotel/B&B in Mexico City. • Activities : walking tour in Mexico City; guided visit to the National Anthropology Museum.

2. 2

   Mexico City - Teotihuacan - Xicotepec - Tuxpan

   In the morning, after breakfast, go to visit Teotihuacan - a complex of awesome UNESCO-listed pyramids, set amid what was once Mesoamerica’s greatest city. After a tour around the archeological zone continue to Xicotepec - a "Magic Town" hidden among the clouds and mountains, famous for its coffee production and unique combination of the pre-Hispanic and colonial cultures: optional lunch and walking tour around the town. Afterward, we will go to Tuxpan - a quiet fishing town known for its excellent seafood, wide sandy beaches, and nearby coral reefs. Upon arrival at our accommodation on the beach, take your time to enjoy the weather and sea, before going out to Tuxpan Center in the evening: orientation walk, optional dinner, and get-together in one of local restaurants. ­ • Transportation : private vehicle. • Accommodation : conveniently located, locally-own hotel/B&B in Tuxpan. • Meals & Drinks : breakfast. • Activities : a visit to Teotihuacan Archeological Zone (entrance & explanation); orientation walks in Xicotepec & Tuxpan.

3. 3

   Tuxpan - Tuxpan Coral Reef - Cristo Redentor - El Tajin - Papantla

   Firstly, in the morning, we will take a boat trip to the nearby Tuxpan Coral Reef - a perfect place to see colorful corals and practice snorkeling. Afterward, we will go to visit the impressive pyramids of El Tajín (UNESCO) - one of the best-preserved and important pre-Hispanic cities in Mesoamerica, visiting a giant statue of Christ the Redeemer on our way. After exploring the archeological zone, we will continue to nearby Papantla, a "Magic Town" famous for its indigenous heritage and vanilla-growing traditions. There you'll see Totonacs wearing traditional clothing, "voladores" performing their "flying dance" and local artisans peddling handicrafts in the attractive main square. Check-in, walking tour around the historic center, optional farewell dinner and get-together in one of local restaurants. ­ • Transportation : private vehicle • Accommodation : conveniently located, locally-own hotel/B&B in Papantla. • Meals & Drinks : breakfast. • Activities : guided visits to El Tajín Archeological Zone; Christ the Redeemer; walking tour in Papantla.

4. 4

   Papantla - Mexico City

   Breakfast, check-out, and departure to Mexico City arriving there early afternoon. On your way back, enjoy impressive panoramic views while crossing a 225-meter-high San Marcos Bridge (12th highest in the world), which when it’s foggy, makes you feel like you are among the clouds. ­ • Transportation : private vehicle. • Meals & Drinks : breakfast.

Important information

Meeting point

• Your accommodation in Mexico City (exact location to be provided in trip notes before the tour).
  Zócalo, Ciudad de México
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Cancellation policy

100% charge if you cancel less than 360 hours in advance. 50% charge if you cancel less than 720 hours in advance. No charge if you cancel more than 60 days in advance.