From Veracruz: Tour Quiahuixtlan, Cempoala and La Antigua. The Route of Cortés

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ID: GYG915082-1431560
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Country: Mexico

Duration: 06:00 hours


Description

Get to know two of the most important archaeological sites in Veracruz: Quiahuixtlan and Cempoala. And the first city hall of Mexico, La Antigua.
At 09:00 a.m. we will pick you up at the lobby of your hotel to go to the archaeological zone of Quiahuiztlan "place where the rain rises in the heights" on the hill of the metates we will find vestiges of the most beautiful pre-Hispanic cemetery of the Totonaca world, there are also remains of pyramids and a ball game from where you can see a splendid panoramic view of the beaches of Villa Rica in the Gulf of Mexico.

After visiting Cempoala place of "twenty waters" gives its meaning to be surrounded by rivers in the region,
besides being one of the important archaeological sites of the state and the Totonaca culture we will see the main buildings such as
Temple of the Chimeneas, the circle of the Gladiators among other pyramidal basements.

Then we will continue on to Antigua, a small town framed by huge and leafy trees on the banks of the Huitzilapan river.
of the Huitzilapan or Hummingbird River, we can find the legacies of the Spanish conquest such as the Casa del Cabildo, the Ermita del Rosario, the first Catholic church of the
the Ermita del Rosario, the first catholic church in Mexico. Return to your hotel.

Highlights

  • Quiahuixtlan Totonaca Cemetery
  • Cempoala Totonaca Capital
  • La Antigua First City Hall of Mexico

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Reservations must be made at least 24 hours before the activity. After this time it is subject to availability.
INCLUDED
  • 1.-Pick up and transfer back to the hotel.
  • 2.-Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle.
  • 3.-English and Spanish-speaking tour guide.
  • 4.-Entrance to the places of visit.
NOT INCLUDED
  • Food
  • Tips
  • Entrance fees to sites not mentioned

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

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.