• Isla Janitzio - Experience a delightful boat ride to the unique lake where local fishermen still utilize the renowned “butterfly nets.” Explore the “Morelos” statue atop Janitzio Island, constructed in 1933, which stands taller than the Statue of Liberty in New York, USA.
• House of Eleven Patios (Casa de los Once Patios) - Delight in the historic architecture and spend time in shops and galleries to appreciate local artwork. Discover hand-crafted masterpieces in workshops, learning about artisans who have preserved Pre-Columbian techniques and tools.
• Plaza Vasco de Quiroga - Stroll along the cobblestone streets, admiring the white walls and tile roofs in Patzcuaro, a city that became the state capital in 1534. Savor local cuisine during lunch and learn about Bishop Vasco de Quiroga’s efforts to improve the lives of Indigenous people through hospitals, schools, and workshops, inspired by Thomas More’s “Utopia.”
• Templo de la Compania de Jesus - Marvel at the historic church built by Bishop Quiroga, which served as the local Cathedral in 1540. This is one of many structures by Quiroga, erected on the ruins of pre-Hispanic temples, located just a block from the main square.
• Basilica de Nuestra Senora de la Salud - The town’s main church houses significant treasures: the sculpture of the local Virgin and a memorial to Michoacan’s first Bishop, Vasco de Quiroga, affectionately called “Tata Vasco” by the local Indigenous community.
• Museo de Artes y Oficios - The town’s first school, a 16th-century construction built on pre-Hispanic temple ruins, now serves as the local museum.
• Palacio de Huitzimengari - Visit the oldest Spanish home around the square, which 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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