Mexico City Xochimilco Tour Highlights
- Colorful Trajineras: Enjoy a ride on the vibrant, flower-adorned trajineras. These traditional boats are beautifully decorated and create a festive and picturesque setting, perfect for relaxing and taking in the lively atmosphere of Xochimilco’s canals.
- Live Music and Entertainment: Experience live music from mariachi bands and other musicians who float by on their own trajineras. The joyful tunes and performances add to the celebratory ambiance, making your trip down the canals even more memorable and fun.
- Floating Gardens: Discover the unique chinampas, or floating gardens, that date back to Aztec times. These fertile plots of land offer a glimpse into ancient agricultural practices and are a testament to the ingenuity of the region’s original inhabitants.
- Food and Drink: Savor traditional Mexican food and beverages sold by vendors on boats. From tacos and tamales to elotes and refreshing drinks, you can enjoy a delicious meal while leisurely cruising through the scenic waterways.
- Cultural Heritage: Learn about the historical and cultural significance of Xochimilco, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The tour often includes insights into the area’s rich past, its importance to the Aztecs, and its continued role in preserving Mexico’s cultural heritage.
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What you’ll do
- Meet your local guide at the meeting point
- Traverse its ancient canals on vibrantly painted “trajineras” (flat-bottomed boats)
- Visit the Island of the dolls
- Wander through the colorful floating gardens or “chinampas”
- Immerse yourself in local markets (Mercado de Xochimilco)
- Play traditional Mexican games with the hosts while on board
- Learn how to make michelada, a Latin American alcoholic beverage
- Experience how the Mexicans party!
- Meet fellow travelers from all over the world
What’s included?
- English-speaking local guide
- 2-hour trajinera ride through Xochimilco
- Unlimited drinks: tequila shots, beer, water, juice
- Michelada Masterclass
- Tacos on an island
- Pulque and mezcal tasting on board
- Travel Concierge for the duration of your trip
- 10% discount for registered first-time customers (create an account)
What’s NOT included?
- Transportation to the venue [open on Google maps]
- Tips for the guides
- Heavy meals (you can order from the floating markets)
- Meals and activities not mentioned above
- Travel Insurance
Refund Policy
- 100% refund for Insider Travel Subscribers
- 100% refund 5 days before the trip
- 16% VAT charge beyond 5 days
Cancellation Options
- Keep the credit in your account and use it on any of our experiences worldwide
- Convert your credit to a gift card and send it to friends and family (applicable to all experiences worldwide)
- Both options above are credited 100% and are valid for use for 1 year
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