Taxco Tour: Know the Eternal Spring City and Charming Taxco Town (9.5h)

Overview

With the Taxco Tour, discover the magic of Mexico’s colonial past in the captivating cities of Cuernavaca and Taxco. Visit Cuernavaca’s iconic buildings from the 16th century, and Taxco’s amazing Santa Prisca Church, with its beautiful pink facade. Also, learn about the rich history and legends surrounding the abundant deposits of gold, silver, and quartz, and marvel at the cultural treasures of the region.

Highlights

Itinerary

With our Taxco Tour, explore the charming colonial center of Cuernavaca and its stunning landmarks. Begin your day by visiting the Cathedral of Cuernavaca, a beautiful 16th-century monastery with a mural depicting Mexico’s first saint.

Next, head over to the Palacio de Cortes, a historic civil palace built by Hernan Cortes in the 16th century, now home to the Cuauhnahuac Regional Museum with murals by Diego Rivera.

Afterward, take a stroll through the lush Borda Gardens, which was once the summer mansion of wealthy miner Jose de la Borda and later became the summer residence of Emperor Maximiliano of Habsburg and his wife Empress Charlotte of Belgium.

In the afternoon, make your way to the charming city of Taxco, famous for its silver jewelry and colonial architecture. Visit the iconic Church of Santa Prisca on the main square, Plaza Borda, and explore the winding streets and alleys filled with silver shops, boutiques, and restaurants.

Finally, don’t miss the opportunity to visit the astonishing pre-Hispanic mine of Taxco, the only one in the country open to the public. Discover the culture, stories, legends, and myths of the mine that was exploited by the natives of Taxco in the 1400s and later closed to prevent the Spanish from taking it.

With the Taxco Tour, you will be able to experience the best of Cuernavaca and Taxco in a lovely and shorter trip.

How is this tour different?

Authentic

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

We do our best to make our trips educative and fulfilling, in which travelers can interact with local populations, learn about their traditions, and culture, and connect with their core values.

A tour with impact

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

We support the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. Our tours are aligned with SDG 8 and 12, focusing on empowering local communities and promoting sustainable consumption and production practices. We take tourists to underdeveloped regions, creating opportunities for economic growth while respecting local traditions and educating communities on sustainable approaches.

Other

  ?Other advantages this tour offers to travelers.

Just sightseeing and fun: no visits to tourist shops and restaurants.
Ideal for small groups: the price is fixed and varies just slightly based on the number of participants.
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

English/Spanish bilingual guide service

Transportation

In a private vehicle.

Meals

Lunch.

Activities

Walking tour of the historic centers of Taxco and Cuernavaca.

         

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

This and most of our 1-day tours can be canceled up to 48 hours before the departure (see cancellation policy for more info).

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.

Can I talk to someone?

Except for the information on this page, you can see full terms & conditions from each tour organizer before completing your booking.

About Vibe Adventures

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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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