Mushroom Tour: Enjoy Food, Mushrooms and Beverages in Mexico (12 H)

Overview

Get ready for the Mushroom Tour in Mexico, a one-of-a-kind experience in Acaxochitlán, where nature, flavor, and tradition awaken your senses! Wander through fragrant pine forests in search of wild mushrooms, sip rich local spirits, and savor earthy dishes you help create. With every step, taste, and story, this journey brings the land to life.

Highlights

Itinerary

Prepare for the Mushroom Tour, a unique experience where nature, food, and local traditions come together for an unforgettable day! We’ll begin with an early pickup and head to Acaxochitlán, located about two hours from Mexico City.

Our first stop is Santa Catarina, where a delicious buffet-style breakfast awaits. You’ll get to try a variety of regional dishes, all made with fresh local ingredients, a perfect way to start the day. After breakfast, we’ll head into the nearby oak and patula pine forest. Guided by your expert host, we’ll take a walk to identify and collect edible mushrooms that grow abundantly in the area during the season. It’s not just a hike, it’s a hands-on, sensory journey into the region’s natural bounty.

Once we’ve gathered our mushrooms, it’s time to put them to good use! You’ll take part in a participatory cooking workshop where we’ll prepare a traditional mushroom soup along with other delicious, locally inspired dishes. You’ll then enjoy your meal on-site, sharing this freshly prepared feast with fellow travelers in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

In the afternoon, we head to the town of Acaxochitlán. Here, we’ll visit the archeological museum to explore the area’s rich history, including artifacts and insights into the region’s pre-Hispanic past. Just a few minutes away, we’ll stop at a local artisan site that showcases handmade crafts and traditional designs. From there, we’ll visit the Parroquia, a historic church that reflects the deep cultural and religious roots of the community.

To top it all off, we’ll visit an artisanal wine and liquor workshop. Here, you’ll learn about the traditional methods used to produce local spirits and taste a variety of handcrafted products. This final stop brings together flavor and craftsmanship in a way that reflects the pride of the region.

As the day winds down, we’ll head back to Mexico City, filled with stories, flavors, and memories of a day well spent in the heart of Acaxochitlán. Ready for a day of wild mushrooms, rich history, and warm hospitality? Let’s go!

How is this tour different?

Authentic

  ?How this tour provides an actual image of the destination, life, and practices of the host community.

Our trips are designed to offer an authentic and immersive experience, where travelers can engage with local communities, learn about their customs, and connect with their values. We believe in the power of cultural exchange and strive to create opportunities for meaningful interactions.

A tour with impact

  ?How this tour positively affects the destination and local communities on economic, socio-cultural, and environmental dimensions.

This tour aligns with Sustainable Development Goal 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) by highlighting local food traditions and promoting the sustainable use of natural resources. The mushroom foraging walk and cooking workshop introduce participants to seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and ancestral cooking methods. By involving travelers in the preparation of traditional dishes, the tour supports food education, reduces reliance on mass-produced goods, and encourages mindful consumption rooted in local ecosystems.

It also aligns with Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education) by providing hands-on learning opportunities about regional biodiversity, culinary heritage, and pre-Hispanic history. Visits to the archeological museum and artisan workshops deepen participants’ understanding of Acaxochitlán’s cultural richness, while guided experiences foster meaningful exchanges with local experts. This educational approach empowers visitors to appreciate and support community knowledge, skills, and traditions in a respectful and impactful way.

Other

  ?Other advantages this tour offers to travelers.

Just sightseeing and fun: no visits to tourist shops & restaurants, short pickup times.
Ideal for small groups: the costs are fixed and the price/person varies slightly based on the number of participants in the booking.
Flexibility: adjust the program and route to your interests or extend the duration for an extra fee.

Prices

• 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

• Small-group: English & Spanish (our guides are bilingual).
• Private: Spanish & English + other languages (e.g. French, German, Italian, Portuguese) upon prior request (based on availability).

Transportation

• Small-group: shared (with other participants in the group tour) pickup from a designated location.
• Private: private (just for your group) pickup from your accommodation or another place of choice in Mexico City.

Meals

Non-alcoholic drinks and snacks, and a local-style breakfast.

Activities

Identification and collection of mushrooms, workshop on the preparation of mushroom-based food, entrance to the archaeological museum, Cuelguería “Juan Panes” and visit to the wine and spirits factory.

         

Excluded ❌

Accommodation

Accommodation is not included: find the one exactly for you.

Personal expenses

Flights

Flights are not included: check our partner deals.

Insurance

Travel insurance is not included: find insurance tailored for you.

Tips

Details

Cancellations

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).

Frequently asked questions:

How do I book?

To reserve the tour, select a date and complete the booking form. Afterward, you will receive a confirmation email.

How can I contact the tour organizer?

The tour organizer's contact phone number and email can be found in the confirmation email. If you have any other questions you can also contact us.

Cancellations & Modifications

You can review the full terms and conditions of each tour organizer before completing your booking. To cancel or modify your booking, contact the organizer directly using the email or phone number provided in your booking confirmation. Cancellations and modifications are subject to availability and approval by the organizer, based on their terms and conditions, which will be provided during the booking process.

Unless explicitly stated (when "Tour Organizer" is listed as Vibe Adventures), the tour and activity providers ("Tour Organizers" – see the tour widget for more details about each organizer) are independent third parties and not agents or affiliates of Vibe Adventures. Therefore, Vibe Adventures is not liable for any injuries, illness, accidents, delays, negligence, fraud, weather conditions, or expenses related to the Tour Organizers, their tours, or their affiliates. If the tour does not include insurance, travellers are responsible for obtaining travel insurance, as well as having valid passports, visas, and necessary vaccinations.

If you have any other questions please contact us.