Mexico’s Origins: Silver, Culture and Revolution

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Gain a deeper understanding of Mexico as you visit historic sites, cultural centers and archaeological treasures while enjoying expert-led lectures on this fascinating country.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • I like to spend much of the day exploring
    • Whether walking through historic neighborhoods at a moderate pace or out and about on a coach, I prefer to keep my days full
    • Stairs don’t bother me, and I love to keep up with the group

What's this trip about?

    Gain a deeper understanding of Mexico as you visit historic sites, cultural centers and archaeological treasures while enjoying expert-led lectures on this fascinating country.

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityGuanajuato, Gto.
End CityMexico City, D.F.

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Photography
  • National Parks
  • Yoga, Meditation & Wellness
  • Relaxing Retreats
  • Holy Land

Destinations

  • New Mexico

Activities

  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Yoga & Meditation

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

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Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive, Check-in, Welcome Dinner Guanajuato, Gto.

Hotel check-in from 3:00 p.m.

After arriving at the hotel, checking in, and getting your room, take some time to unpack, freshen up, and relax. Program Registration: 6:30 p.m. Come over to the Road Scholar table in the hotel lobby to register with the program st...

Day 2 Orientation, History of Guanajuato & Mexico, City Field Trip Guanajuato, Gto.

Walking up to 1.5 miles throughout the day; city streets. Getting on/off a bus; short transfers.

Orientation: The Group Leader will greet everyone and lead introductions. We will review the up-to-date program schedule, discuss roles and responsibilities, logisti...

Day 3 Mexican History, Alondiga de Granaditas, Diego Rivera Guanajuato, Gto.

Walking up to 1.5 miles; city sidewalks; periods of standing, up to 1 hour at the museum. Getting on/off a bus; short transfers.

In the hotel conference room, we will continue our introduction to Mexican history. At the conclusion of the lecture, we will travel ...

Day 4 Mexican History, Valenciana Town, Downtown S Miguel Allende San Miguel de Allende, Gto.

Driving Approx 50 miles. Walking up to 1.5 miles; Getting on/off a bus

After breakfast we will board our bus to go for a field trip to the 18th century mining town of Valenciana where we will visit the Valencia Mine and Mining Museum led by a local expert. The m...

Day 5 Mexican History, Atotonilco, Dolores Hidalgo, Fabrica Aurora San Miguel de Allende, Gto.

Walking up to 1/2 mile throughout the day; city sidewalks. Driving approx. 28 miles roundtrip; about 1 hour.

In our private meeting room, we will continue the sequence of Mexican history. Our first field trip of the morning will be in Antotonilco where we will v...

Day 6 Mexican History, To San Miguel de Allende, Field Trip Walk San Miguel de Allende, Gto.

Driving approximately 48 miles; about 1.5 hours. Walking approx. 1.5 miles; about 2.5 hours; narrow sidewalks, cobblestone streets.

In our private meeting room at the hotel, we will continue learning about Mexican history through a presentation. We will then beg...

Day 7 To Queretaro City, Museums, Churches, Historical Landmarks Queretaro, Qro

Driving approximately 45 miles; about 1.5 hours. Walking up to 1 mile total throughout the day; city sidewalks.

After breakfast we will be checking out of the hotel and loading the bus for our transfer to Queretaro City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site considered t...

Day 8 Tequisquiapan, Qro. Bernal, Free Time Queretaro, Qro

Driving approx. 35 miles one way; about 1.5 hour. Walking approx. 2 mile during group activities; up to 1 hour.

Setting out with the Group Leader, we’ll head to the Magical town of Tequisquiapan. Here you will receive from our local expert an introduction to the...

Day 9 To Mexico City, Museo Nacional del Virreynato Mexico City, D.F.

Driving approx. 130 miles; about 3 hours, with stops. Walking about 1 mile throughout the day; flat terrain; periods of standing up to 1 hour.

After checking out of the hotel, we will load our luggage and transfer to Mexico City for our final three nights. En ro...

Day 10 Teotihuacan Archaeological Site, Basilica de Guadalupe Mexico City, D.F.

Walking up to 2.5 miles throughout the day; periods of standing up to 1 hour; dirt paths. Driving approx. 30 miles each way; about 1.5 hours.

Transferring from the hotel via bus, our field trip will begin with a visit to the Teotihuacan Pyramids and its archaeol...

Day 11 Aztec Historical Center, Anthropology Museum, Ballet Mexico City, D.F.

Minimal driving; short transfers. Walking about 1 mile throughout the day; approx. 1 hour.

Leaving the hotel via bus, we’ll travel to the Historic Center of Mexico City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Our first stop within the large Historic Center will be at the...

Day 12 Program Concludes Mexico City, D.F.

Hotel check-out is 12:00 Noon. Driving approx. 6 miles; about 1/2 hour. See your program’s travel details regarding transfers.

We’ll then check out of the hotel and transfer to the airport via motorcoach. This concludes our program. If you are returning home, sa...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,199
Price per day$267
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Meals Included
  • Number of Breakfast: 11
  • Number of Lunch: 8
  • Number of Dinner: 7
Age Requirements
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