Overview
Experience the Monarch Butterfly Mexico Reserve and discover Piedra Herrada, one of the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve‘s sanctuaries, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2008. Later, stop at Valle de Bravo to wander its charming cobbled streets, markets, squares, parks, and numerous cozy spots to enjoy a bite. Don’t miss out on this colorful flight!
Highlights
- Discover one of the sactuaries of the UNESCO-listed Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve.
- Experience in your own flesh one of the most spectacular natural phenomena and learn all about these unique insects from a local guide.
- Visit Valle de Bravo and walk down its beautiful cobbled streets from the 16th century in its historic center.
- Make a stop at the Folk Art Museum and get to know about Mexico's artistic heritage.
Itinerary
Begin the day by meeting your guide at your accommodation and heading to Monarch Butterfly Mexico Reserve. Witness one of nature’s most spectacular phenomena from November to March: the Monarch butterflies over-wintering in Mexico.
The Monarch butterfly migrates from Canada and northern US to the oyamel forests of Michoacan and the State of Mexico. Witness this unique natural spectacle, as tourists take advantage of the trip to Valle de Bravo to experience this sanctuary.
Our next spot is Valle de Bravo. Stroll in its historic center, and try authentic local food. The heart of this magical city, mostly built in the 16th century, has it all: historical buildings, cobbled streets, markets, and more. Visit the Joaquin Arcadio Pagasa Cultural Center, Independence Square, and more while enjoying artisanal ice cream.
After the tour and a day full of new experiences, return to our vehicle and relax on the way back to Mexico City.
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- This tour is private: only your group will participate.
- The price per person is variable and depends on the size of your group (please choose the number of participants in the booking calendar ➡️ to see the final price).
Inclusions
Included
Local Expert Guides
English/Spanish bilingual private guide service.
Transportation
Hotel pick-up and drop-off in a private vehicle.
Meals
Non-alcoholic drinks and snacks.
Activities
Entrance and guided visit to Piedra Herrada Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary and Museum of Popular Art of Valle de Bravo; and walking tour in Valle de Bravo.
Excluded
Accommodation
Accommodation is not included: find the one exactly for you.
Personal expenses
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Insurance
Travel insurance is not included: find insurance tailored for you.
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Details
Minimum number of participants |
Automatic confirmation (your departure is automatically confirmed and 100% guaranteed). |
Meeting Point | Pickup included: your accommodation or another convenient place of your choice. |
Departure Time | 7:00, 8:00 and 9:00 AM |
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Accesibility | 🛑 Not wheelchair accessible. |
Pets | 🛑 Not permitted. |
Things to know before booking |
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Customization ? The way how tour organizer can customize this tour for you
We can do the following customizations on your request (subject to availability and needs to be confirmed before the tour):
1. Adjust the starting time of the tour.
2. Adjust the time you spend at each destination of the tour.
3. Add extra places of your choice (e.g. attractions, restaurants, etc.) to the itinerary on a complimentary basis if those visits.
(1) fit the default duration of the tour, (2) don’t involve a significant change of the route and extra fees (e.g. entrance tickets, tolls, parking, etc.).
Changes other than those will involve an extra fee and must be communicated to the tour organizer at least 72h before the tour (e.g. in the “Special Requirements” field during the booking or via email).
Cancellations
Most of our 1-day tours can be canceled up to 48 hours prior to the departure.
Please see our Cancellation Policy for more info.
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“We had a wonderful trip to the Butterfly Sanctuary and wanted to express our appreciation to Sal!!He was so kind, friendly and a joy to spend the day with. He shared so much about Mexico, the culture and historical as well as tips on where to eat. He spoke excellent English which we desperately needed for an enjoyable trip and translated for us the entire day, even helped us figure out how to pay for items, we were experts by the end of the day – lol!Again, we had a great time and would definitely recommend your company to friends that want to make the same trip, or other trips you offer.”
June 14, 2023
Frequently asked questions:
How to book? | To reserve the tour, please choose the date and complete the booking form. Once finished, you will receive a booking confirmation in your email. |
How can I contact the tour organizer? | You can find the contact phone number and email of the tour organizer in the confirmation email. |
What are the booking terms? | Except for the information on this page, you can see full terms & conditions from each tour organizer before completing your booking. |
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Cancellations & Modifications | To cancel or modify your booking, please contact the Organizer directly using the email or phone number provided in the booking confirmation. Cancellations and modifications are subject to availability and the approval of the Organizer in accordance with their booking terms and conditions, which are made available to you during the booking process. |
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"We had a wonderful trip to the Butterfly Sanctuary and wanted to express our appreciation to Sal!!He was so kind, friendly and a joy to spend the day with. He shared so much about Mexico, the culture and historical as well as tips on where to eat. He spoke excellent English which we desperately needed for an enjoyable trip and translated for us the entire day, even helped us figure out how to pay for items, we were experts by the end of the day - lol!Again, we had a great time and would definitely recommend your company to friends that want to make the same trip, or other trips you offer."