Cuernavaca and Taxco Tour From Mexico City

Mexico City, Mexico
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Duration10h 30m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Your tour is the only experience that combines two stunning colonial cities with exclusive access to Taxco's pre-Hispanic mine - Mexico's only ancient mine open to the public. You'll discover 500-year-old underground tunnels, admire Diego Rivera murals at Hernán Cortés' historic palace, stroll through imperial Borda Gardens, and explore magnificent churches spanning five centuries of Mexican history. From Cuernavaca's serene Cathedral to Taxco's breathtaking Santa Prisca Church and world-famous silver shops, this isn't just sightseeing - it's an intimate journey through Mexico's colonial heart that reveals hidden stories and cultural treasures most travelers never experience.

What's included

  • Round-trip transportation from Mexico City
  • Service of a tour guide
  • Walking tour of the historic centers of Taxco and Cuernavaca; and entrance tickets to museums
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips

What to expect

  1. Mexico City
    1h 30m
    Meet your tour guide and head to Taxco.
  2. Cuernavaca
    3h
    Once here, you'll discover the historic Cathedral with its 16th-century monastery and mural of Saint Pope Juan Diego, followed by the impressive Palacio de Cortés housing the Cuauhnahuac Regional Museum with stunning Diego Rivera murals that tell the region's story. You'll also wander through the beautiful Borda Gardens, once home to wealthy miner José de la Borda and later serving as Emperor Maximiliano and Empress Charlotte's summer retreat, where lush landscapes and tranquil fountains create a perfect historical escape. From Cuernavaca.
  3. Taxco
    3h
    In Taxco, you'll explore the magnificent Church of Santa Prisca in the heart of Plaza Borda, a stunning example of Baroque architecture that dominates the colonial cityscape. As you wander through Taxco's charming cobblestone streets and narrow alleys, you'll discover numerous silver shops, local boutiques, and traditional restaurants that showcase the town's artisan heritage. The adventure culminates with a visit to Taxco's unique pre-Hispanic mine, the only ancient mine in Mexico open to the public, where native peoples extracted precious metals in the 1400s before strategically closing it to prevent Spanish conquest—here you'll uncover fascinating stories, legends, and myths that bring this remarkable historical site to life.
  4. Mexico City
    3h
    Relax on your vehicle and transfer back to Mexico City

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide at the entrance of Hotel City Express Plus by Marriott (please do not enter and meet your guide outside), close to the Angel of Independence.

End point

Meet your guide at the entrance of Hotel City Express Plus by Marriott (please do not enter and meet your guide outside), close to the Angel of Independence.

Pickup details

We can pick you up from your accommodation in Mexico City.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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