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Be seduced by the viceregal magic of San Miguel de Allende on a comprehensive excursion from Mexico City that reveals its iconic pink quarry stone parish, colorful streets, and vibrant art scene.
Embark on an extraordinary 14-hour excursion that will take you from the heart of Mexico City to the north of the country, crossing the picturesque rural landscapes of the central region to reach San Miguel de Allende. This dazzling town, honored as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world, will welcome you with its unmistakable cosmopolitan atmosphere and captivating colonial and neoclassical architecture. Accompanied by a professional bilingual guide, you will begin a one-and-a-half-hour walking tour through the town's most vital spots, exploring the beautiful Main Garden, the historic Allende House, the Temple of San Francisco, and the lively Civic Plaza.
During this circuit, the nation's history will come alive as you stop in front of the Municipal Palace. Here, your guide will unveil the most transcendental passages of the War of Independence and the pivotal role played by the insurgent hero Ignacio Allende in the fall of Spanish rule and the birth of sovereign Mexico.
The journey continues to the Handicraft Market, a colorful space ideal for admiring and purchasing authentic local pieces meticulously crafted from papier-mâché, forged metals, and blown glass.
To crown this unforgettable experience, you will have plenty of free time to design the rest of your day at your own pace. You can lose yourself among the beautiful ochre-toned facades of its cobblestone streets, visit the famous art galleries that give the destination international renown, and delight your palate by having lunch on your own in its avant-garde signature restaurants or local markets. Finally, we suggest heading to the city's viewpoint to capture spectacular panoramic photographs of the local roofs and domes under the afternoon light, before embarking on the comfortable journey back to the capital.
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Important
● For all tours that include transportation: for safety reasons, all babies must travel in an approved child restraint system inside the bus, Amigo Tours does not provide this device, so each client must bring their own seat, because the restraint system occupies a seat, a charge of 15 USD will be applied to guarantee and reserve said seat on the bus
Additional Information
● Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes before the tour departure time
● The available meeting point is: Amigo Tours meeting point downtown. Isabel La Católica 61-A, Centro Histórico di Cdad. de México, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06000 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico at 05:30 am. The local operator will contact the passenger by phone 24 hours before departure to confirm the meeting point and departure time; if you do not receive this communication, it is the passenger's responsibility to contact the local provider at the number indicated on the voucher to confirm it
● It is mandatory to bring a passport, as it may be requested to validate your legal stay in Mexico. A physical passport is preferred, although a digital version or photocopy is also accepted. If you do not present a physical passport, please note that it is necessary to bring a photo or photocopy of the page with your data, as well as the entry stamp
● For a better experience, it is recommended to dress according to weather conditions, use sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen, wear comfortable clothes and shoes, and bring a water bottle and cash for personal expenses
Inclusions
✔ Round-trip transportation from the meeting point
✔ Certified professional guide
✔ Box lunch (only if the option is selected)
Exclusions
✖ Hotel pickup and drop-off
✖ Transportation to the meeting point
✖ Entrance fees, meals, and drinks except if expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Other service not specified
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the service. Cancellations made with less notice or a no-show will result in no refund
Meeting point
Amigo Tours Downtown Meeting Point. Isabel La Católica 61-A, Centro Histórico de la Cdad. de México, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06000 Mexico City, CDMX, Mexico