Xochimilco Magic: 3hr Tequila, Mezcal & Lunch included!

4.9 (68 reviews) Mexico City, Mexico
Duration3h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 30 travelers

Overview

Get ready for a scenic, cultural, and festive journey through the canals of Xochimilco! Cruise aboard a colorful trajinera while enjoying Mexican food, mezcal, tequila, music, and local stories—the perfect blend of culture, canals, and fiesta.

Sip & Discover: Learn how to taste mezcal and tequila the Mexican way, with stories behind each spirit.

History & Legends: Hear fun facts and legends.

Local Food: Enjoy snacks and a delicious Mexican meal.

Chinampas & Nature: Stop at different chinampas (floating islands) to explore their scenery and traditions.

Meet the Axolotl: Visit a chinampa to see this iconic species native only to Xochimilco.

Music & Dancing: Enjoy Latin music on our speaker, and if mariachis pass by, they may serenade the boat—dancing encouraged! (Mariachi songs not included in price)

We’ve been running tours in Xochimilco since 2019 and love sharing this magical place. Feel free to message us for specific dates or special requests.

What's included

  • Tequila and Mezcal (for ages 18+) throughout the boat ride!
  • Ice Cooler and Music Speaker included
  • 3 hour boat ride
  • Fresh-cooked meal
  • Mexican snacks
  • Mariachis available for hire (250 MXN per song)
  • Bathrooms cost 10 MXN pesos each time
  • Axolotes - Entrance to see Axolotes cost 30 MXN pesos ($2USD)

What to expect

  1. Xochimilco
    2h
    Xochimilco, declared a World Heritage Site in 1987, means "flower field" and refers to the many flowers and other crops that have been grown here on chinampas (small artificial islands) since the pre-Hispanic period.
    Discover its colors, sounds and natural beauty as you float along the canals lined with gardens and curtains of trees on brightly decorated trajineras (traditional boat).
    Take this magnificent tour as you enjoy local delicacies!
  2. 20m
    Hear the legend of La Llorona and walk around the Chinampa of Don Pino to enjoy the sights at Laguna Tlilac.
  3. 20m
    Enjoy a fresh-cooked meal by a local family and relax at Chinampa Onkali
  4. 20m
    Meet the endemic Axolote of Xochimilco!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

FINDING US WHEN YOU ARRIVE
Ask your driver to drop you towards the middle of the parking lot, in front of the Embarcadero pavilion. Our meeting point is next to the wooden information counter of Embarcadero Cuemanco.

End point

FINDING US WHEN YOU ARRIVE
Ask your driver to drop you towards the middle of the parking lot, in front of the Embarcadero pavilion. Our meeting point is next to the wooden information counter of Embarcadero Cuemanco.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Bathrooms along the way are rustic and cost 10 pesos each time.
  • Alcoholic beverages consumption must be 18+ years old.

Cancellation policy

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

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