• Isla Janitzio - Take a boat ride to visit the unique lake where local fishermen still use the iconic “butterfly nets.” Discover the “Morelos” statue atop Janitzio Island, erected in 1933, which stands taller than the Statue of Liberty in New York, USA.
• House of Eleven Patios (Casa de los Once Patios) - Enjoy the historic architecture and spend time in shops and galleries admiring local artwork. Handcrafted masterpieces await you in the workshops, where you can learn about artisans who have preserved Precolumbian techniques and tools.
• Plaza Vasco de Quiroga - Stroll through the cobblestone streets and admire the white walls and tile roofs of Patzcuaro, a city that became the state capital in 1534. Sample local cuisine during lunch and learn about Bishop Vasco de Quiroga’s efforts to benefit the Indigenous community with hospitals, schools, and workshops inspired by Thomas More’s “Utopia.”
• Templo de la Compania de Jesus - Marvel at the old church built by Bishop Quiroga, which served as the local Cathedral in 1540. This is one of many buildings by Quiroga constructed on the ruins of prehispanic temples, located just a block from the main square.
• Basilica de Nuestra Senora de la Salud - The town’s main church houses significant treasures, including a sculpture of the local Virgin and a memorial to the first Bishop of Michoacan, Vasco de Quiroga, affectionately called “Tata Vasco” by the local Indigenous people.
• Museo de Artes y Oficios - The town’s first school, built in the 16th century on the ruins of prehispanic temples, now serves as a local museum.
• Palacio de Huitzimengari - Explore the oldest Spanish home around the square, which now functions as a gallery showcasing handicrafts from local Indigenous families.

• Round trip boat ride ticket to the Island (3 hours)
• In-vehicle air conditioning

• Lunch

Come to visit the only lake in the world where the local fishermen still use the famous “butterfly nets”. Discover the statue of “Morelos” on top of Janitzio Island, built in 1933, which is actually higher than the Statue of Liberty in New York, USA. As you walk the cobblestoned streets, admire the white walls & tile roofs in the city of Patzcuaro that has a style as the state capital as of 1534. Try the local gastronomy at lunch break and learn about the way first Bishop Vasco de Quiroga did his best to benefit the local Indigenous with hospitals, schools, and workshops to improve life, based on the “Utopia” book by Thomas More. Forget about bus tours and taxi cab drivers! Go with an expert Tour Guide driving this tour for over 25 years.

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