From Veracruz: Guided Tour of Region's Landmarks and Relics

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ID: GYG252782-437947
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Country: Mexico

Duration: 09:00 hours


Description

Take a 1-day tour of the spectacular landscape surrounding Veracruz with a dedicated tour guide. See landmarks of indigenous Totonac culture, a Mesoamerican archaeological site, and the 16th-century home of colonist Hernán Cortés.
Start the tour at 8:00 AM with a convenient pickup from your hotel. Drive 1.5 hours to Quiahuiztlan, a city famed for its deep history of Totonac culture. Take time to admire the city’s unique landscape, structures, and cemeteries. See the city’s mall before moving onto the next destination.

Visit Cempoala, a Mesoamerican archeological site in Úrsulo Galván for an informative guided tour. With its many outstanding gardens, lush vegetation, and relics, the history of the site will truly be all around you.

Next, go back in time in La Antigua, where Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés founded the first city hall in the New World. See Mexico's first chapel and visit the grounds of Cortés's house, originally built in the 16th century. Made with river stone and coral, the building is now covered by centuries-old trees making for a fascinating sight.

Enjoy the spectacular landscape and phenomenal views on offer before ending the tour with a drop-off at your hotel at 5:00 PM.

Highlights

  • Discover the history of the Totonac people
  • Enjoy a guided tour of a Mesoamerican archaeological site
  • Visit picturesque La Antigua, home to many 16th-century landmarks

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Pickup at your hotel lobby
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.