Ciudad de México Trip Overview
You’ll visit the floating flower gardens of Xochimilco with one of our hosts, who also happens to be an archaeologist! The islands you’ll discover here are the last vestige of the ancient Aztec’s agricultural system. These canals used to create an intricate system of irrigation waterways. This promises to be an experience for the senses, as you visit the vibrant Xochimilco market and feast on pre-hispanic cuisine.
Personalization and flexibility are key to this experience. You can totally customize your experience as you would like. The meeting place and timing are also flexible.
Enjoy this heritage site at your own speed with an extremely engaging and knowledgeable local guide who also has specific archaeological expertise.
Additional Info
Duration: 5 hours
Starts: Ciudad de México, Mexico
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Ciudad de México, Ciudad de México, Mexico
You’ll visit the floating flower gardens of Xochimilco with one of our hosts, who also happens to be an archaeologist! The islands you’ll discover here are the last vestige of the ancient Aztec’s agricultural system. These canals used to create an intricate system of irrigation waterways. This promises to be an experience for the senses, as you visit the vibrant Xochimilco market and feast on pre-hispanic cuisine.
Personalization and flexibility are key to this experience. You can totally customize your experience as you would like. The meeting place and timing are also flexible.
Enjoy this heritage site at your own speed with an extremely engaging and knowledgeable local guide who also has specific archaeological expertise.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Floating Gardens of Xochimilco, Southern neighborhood of Xochimilco, Mexico City 16090 Mexico
Enjoy a ride on a trajinera, the colorful, hand-decorated ‘gondolas’ that date back to pre-Hispanic times, along the ancient canals of Xochimilco
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Convent of San Bernardino de Siena, Pino and Hidalgo in Xochimilco, Mexico City Mexico
Admire the ancient San Bernardino de Siena church, this 16-century church is one of the oldest in Mexico City
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Museo Dolores Olmedo Patino, Calle Avenida Mexico # 5843 La Noria, Xochimilco, Mexico City 16030 Mexico
Visit Museo Dolores Olmedo, and get a glimpse into the life of a famous 17th-century Mexican socialite
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Parque Ecológico Xochimilco, Anillo Perif. 1, Colonia Ciénega Grande, Xochimilco, 16036 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
See the hundreds of native species of birds, animals and aquatic life in Xochimilco Ecological Park
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
