Visit the cities of Puebla and Cholula on a full-day tour from Mexico City. Admire the colors of Puebla, indulge in its local food, and learn about its Talavera pottery.

PRICE: $62
per person

 

Enjoy a full-day tour from Mexico City to discover some of the most fascinating historical and cultural sites of central Mexico: Puebla, Cholula, and Tonantzintla.

This journey begins with a scenic drive eastward, where the majestic Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl volcanoes frame the horizon. Arriving in Cholula, explore the awe-inspiring Great Pyramid of Cholula, the largest pyramid in the world by volume. Topped by a colonial-era church and surrounded by legends, this archaeological wonder offers a unique perspective on Mexico’s layered history.

Next, visit Santa María de Tonantzintla, a church celebrated for its vibrant indigenous baroque style. Its richly decorated interior, filled with native motifs and Christian symbolism, is one of the best examples of cultural fusion in Mexican art.

Continue to Puebla, known as the “City of Angels,” where a guided walking tour while take place through its UNESCO-listed historic center. Admire the grand Cathedral and the gilded Rosary Chapel of Santo Domingo, considered one of the most beautiful chapels in the world. Choose the lunch-included option and savor a traditional meal at a local restaurant in Puebla, sampling regional specialties before continuing the visit.

Conclude this fantastic day at the colorful Parián Market, where artisans showcase Talavera pottery, textiles, and handmade crafts. Enjoy also having free time to stroll Puebla’s streets before returning to Mexico City.

See the Great Pyramid of Cholula, a building dedicated to Quetzalcoatl
Explore Puebla, a city known for its downtown area and for its Talavera pottery
Visit Santa María de Tonantzintla, a unique Church that combines two religions
Stroll through the colorful Parián Market, and admire the beautiful handicrafts
Choose the lunch option to savor a traditional meal at a Puebla local restaurant

Hotel pickup and drop-off (if private option selected)
Round-trip transportation
Bilingual guide
Santa María de Tonantzintla visit
Lunch at a local restaurant (only if option is selected)
Drinks
Tips

 

 

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