Xochicalco Archaeological Site and Cuernavaca: Private Day Tour from Mexico City
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Cuernavaca
Embark on a private day tour from Mexico City to the Xochicalco Archaeological Site and Cuernavaca. Explore the rich history of Xochicalco and its Olmec civilization, then experience the beautiful city of Cuernavaca, known as the 'city of eternal spring'.
Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Archaeological Zone of Xochicalco - Xochicalco is an example of the epoch known as Epiclassic (700-900 AD) characterized by the emergence of cities in central Mexico after the decline of the Teotihuacan city and the power vacuum left by it. This period is characterized by a series of events that give way to the foundation of Tula, after a series of migrations of groups living in central Mexico. Fact that coincides with the abandonment of the sites of northern Mesoamerica and the collapse of the Mayan cities of the lowlands of the center and the south.
What's Included
  • Tickets included
  • Complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bottled water provided
  • Expert professional guide
  • Personal driver/guide
  • Travel in comfort with a private vehicle
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Your exclusive day expedition initiates with a pickup from your hotel in Mexico City. The first stop is the Archaeological Zone of Xochicalco - the most massive archaeological complex and ranks fifth nationally. Its title originates from the Nahuatl language. This site has been recognized as a national cultural heritage and a UNESCO site since December 1, 1999. You’ll gain insight into its significance and the people who dwelled here from your guide. There are theories suggesting that the ruins might have ties to the ancient Olmec civilization that arrived on the Gulf of Mexico’s shores over fifteen hundred years ago.

Next, we’ll travel to Cuernavaca, often referred to as the ‘city of the eternal spring’. This locale boasts a pleasant weather, offering optimum temperatures for most parts of the year. You’ll be touring the Palacio de Cortés (Panoramic), recognized as the earliest colonial civil structure in the Americas. Upon soaking in the ambiance of Cuernavaca’s streets and significant landmarks, we’ll wrap up your tour with a return journey to your hotel in Mexico City.

Location
Archaeological Zone of Xochicalco
Carretera Federal Xochicalco Tetlama, sin numero, Xochicalco, Municipio de Miacatlan, Morelos
Cancellation Policy

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

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Peter_k
Jul 14, 2022
5 star experience with Edit&Christian - The best experience with a guided tour ever! We had the honour to spend a day with Edit and Christian. Friendly and warmhearted, kind people with the urge to help you. They confirmed our tour once again by email a day before. They were on pick up point on time with a clean minivan with prepared water and hats. Christian is a good driver. He could navigate the van smoothly in the horror of Mexican traffic. Edit has an knowledge of history and traditions. She gave as as many information as we needed and she tried to answer all of our questions with endless patience. We had a fantastic day and got maximum service. I recommend this tour for everyone!
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Diego_g
Apr 15, 2023
Tour guide was not knowledgeable - Two guides came but only the driver brought any value to the experience. Our tour guide was not knowledgeable about the locations toured, speaking only to fill the silence, loudly. He pointed at years written on plaques and told us banal or entirely false information. His presence at xochicalco was worse than if he had allowed us to proceed at our own pace and picked us up later. He dropped us at a very mediocre restaurant for lunch, and then brought us to “see” two museums of which he had no knowledge, and then to “see” two squares about which he told us nothing, just stood there a moment before taking us back. Would have been one star but the driver did a good job and we felt safe throughout.
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