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Visiting both Pátzcuaro and the island of Janitzio from Morelia requires coordinating road and lake transportation on your own. This all-day small-group tour simplifies the journey, taking you to Janitzio in Lake Pátzcuaro to see local fishermen using traditional butterfly nets and visit the towering Statue of José María Morelos. Back in Pátzcuaro, walk cobblestone streets lined with whitewashed buildings and tile roofs while exploring historic sites with your guide.

Discover Mexican traditions and a simpler way of life as you explore the lakeside city of Patzcuaro. Alongside a private guide, learn about the rich history of the region and get a closer look at artisan traditions. You also visit several important landmarks including the Tzintzuntzan archaeological site, an ancient convent, the basilica, and Jatnizio Island located in the middle of the lake.

Spend a day amid the monarch butterflies on a private day trip to Santuario del la Mariposa Monarca. Set on a volcanic mountainside, the reserve is one of the best spots in Mexico to see the butterflies as they fly there to survive the winter weather. You’ll reach the site with minimum fuss, with private transport, hotel pickup, and admission organized in advance.

Woke up late? No worries! This tour starts 11 AM! The Express Tour goes direct to catch the boat ride to Janitzio island, where the local fishermen still use the famous "butterfly nets". Enjoy free time to discover the statue of "Morelos" on top of the Island, built in 1933, which is actually higher than the Statue of Liberty in New York, USA. In Pátzcuaro, try the local gastronomy at lunch break and watch the famous "Dance of the old men" at Main square. You will have time to walk around downtown the cobblestone streets to the buildings of white walls & tile roofs, plus shopping handicrafts from local galleries to street vendors. Forget about bus tours and taxi cab drivers! Join the group tour and enjoy your time to main attractions. #JanitzioIsland #norisk #nostress #nocrowd #dontmiss Note: Ask the driver for the drop off service in Patzcuaro! - Take advantage of the meeting point and have breakfast at PANOLI, best for local gastronomy and pastries!

This private tour takes you into the Uruapan National Park, where you will hear all about the legends and history of the ancient civilization who used to inhabit the area. You’ll also head to the Cupatitzio River to spend some time in nature and its crystal clear water. This is a private trip, so you don’t need to share with a group and you can go at your own pace.

Discover the archaeological sites of Tzintzuntzan and the heritage crafts of Patzcuaro on this tour that explores the culture and history of this part of ancient Mexico. Learn about copper making and the crafts made here using copper, and visit Lake Patzcuaro to see the four main islands. Finish your tour at the Basilica de Nuestra Señora de la Salud.

You will know the legends that make our city of Morelia an encounter between history and our modernity; lighting of our buildings and their beautiful visual finishes. We will take you to the places where the history with legends such as The Hand in the Grate, Gold Coins; related by our characterized guides, Morelia is not the same during the day as at night. Appointment in Guayangareo Tram.

Enjoy the celebration before the crowd gets you stuck in traffic and follow Alfredo to avoid the risk of drunk drivers that night! #norisk #nostress #nocrowd Lake Patzcuaro was populated before the Spanish came so, the area has pre-Columbian roots for the celebration. Forget about bus tours and taxi cab drivers! Go with an expert travel agent driving this tour the last 25 years. This tour is not a desk-made program. It is a guided tour lead by Alfredo Tour Guide, a licensed #TourGuide doing this for over 25 years! Note: Total duration will be 9-10 hrs ending beyond midnight! --- Please accept ADDED CANCELLATION POLICY --- Cancellations BEFORE SEP-30 ONLY! --- NO REFUND after OCT-1 --- Bookings apply to NOV-1 ONLY. I close bookings the month before to offer the best possible experience!

Discover the ancient ruins of Mexico’s Michoacan state on this full-day excursion from Morelia. Alongside a private guide, visit the Tingambato, Ihuatzio, and Tzintzuntzan ruins for a greater understanding of Mexican history. Learn about the pre-Columbian Purepecha Empire and learn why this kingdom was never captured by the Aztecs.

Tour Morelia by Bicycle in a unique way. Transform exploration into an unforgettable adventure. Through its historic quarry streets, participants discover the rich cultural and architectural heritage of the city. This unique tour allows you to enjoy the most emblematic monuments while pedaling, combining physical activity with learning. Accompanied by guides, fascinating stories are revealed at each stop, making this walk an immersion in the history of Morelia.

Save time reading up on the history of Morelia, and go on this hassle-free guided tour instead. Visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site, see baroque architecture, and learn about the hidden meanings behind the city’s murals. The route showcases Morelia’s beautiful pink buildings, and the guide explains more about the different architectural styles and how the city has transformed over the years.

Explore the ruins of a church destroyed by lava, plus walk in the Uruapan National Park on this private tour from Morelia to Paricutin Volcano. Your guide arranges transport to/from Morelia to keep things easy, and then your adventure begins. After a lunch break, explore Antigua Iglesia de San Juan Parangaricutiro on horseback, and also take a walk on the lava if you like. Explore waterfalls, spring water, and thick vegetation, too.

Forget about bus tours and taxi cab drivers! Don´t waste your time parking to access downtown. Book today and join the #GroupTour with an english speaking driver who knows where to go! Drop off near the best hotels in downtown. Go with an expert driver doing this trip the last 25 years. Book your seat and enjoy the drive to San Miguel Allende, named the best city to visit in 2025 by Conde Nast magazine! Discover Morelia named the city of pink stone buildings with a perfect blend of Madrid-Rome in architecture.

A tour designed to enjoy, to take good photos and know tourist attractions, works to make a walk among friends talking about how beautiful the city is, always looking for you to enjoy pedaling through a city of almost 500 years, the routes were designed so that they are not suffered, with the least possible climbs and as many pleasant landscapes to enjoy.

Experience authentic immersion in the soul of Michoacan with an itinerary designed to avoid crowds and maximize your connection to local culture. Unlike conventional tours, our experience combines the comfort of private transportation with the in-depth knowledge of an expert guide who will take you to discover the hidden treasures of Patzcuaro, the mystique of Janitzio Island and the artisanal heritage of Quiroga and Tzintzuntzan. We focus on the details: from the best gastronomic recommendations to try traditional carnitas to the most photogenic corners of the Magic Town. We guarantee a small group to give you personalized and flexible attention that will make your trip an unforgettable memory

Watch hundreds of monarch butterflies flying around and maybe coming to say hi on the small-group tour in Morelia. Every year the Monarchs hibernate and then make their annual migration. Your guide explains this process as you watch them fly over the volcanic mountains. You have plenty of attention from your guide on this small, intimate group tour.

We will leave from Morelia so that they can get to know one of the most emblematic magical towns of the Michoacan lands, Pátzcuaro which when starting the tour we will visit Quiroga, an ideal town where you can make handicraft purchases to visit later Tzintzuntzan, the former capital of the Purépecha empire. Visit to the Franciscan temple, atrium of olive trees and an open chapel. We will visit Janitzio by boat, and in Janitzio, at its highest part, we will be able to visit the statue dedicated to the great national hero Don José María Morelos y Pavón, in which time will be given to visit commercial and gastronomy venues. Returning we will move to Pátzcuaro, where they will be given time for food (not included), then we will visit the city of Pátzcuaro where we will see the Basilica of Our Lady of Health, the Museum of Popular Arts and Industries, the Former College of the Society of Jesus, the Temple of the Tabernacle, the House of the Eleven Patios, among other attractions of Pátzcuaro.

Discover the highlights of Morelia, the capital city of Michoacán, in just a few hours when you book this walking tour. Join a private guide for a stroll through the historic city center and discover key landmarks like Tarascas Fountain, the Aqueduct of Morelia, and the cathedral. Your guide also provides insight into the history and culture of the area.

Discover Masia Arameni in Umécuaro, WITHIN the municipality of Morelia (30 km), where nature merges with adventure, comfort and relaxation, in the company of friends or family. The ecotourist center, has a variety of spaces, including beautiful panoramic views, multipurpose lounge, temazcal, children's games, tennis/paddle courts, rooms, etc. This place is ideal, to escape stress, respect nature comfortably, getting an unforgettable experience within walking distance of the tourist cities of the state. Enjoy the exclusivity of the surroundings, with activities available nearby, ensuring a memorable experience. - Multiple rental spaces for various events, from banquets to workshops. - Panoramic terrace and gardens ideal for enjoying the outdoors. - Comfortable rooms for short or long stays. - Facilities include bathrooms and showers for outdoor activities.

We will leave the city of Morelia to visit 3 unmissable towns in Michoacán in which we will first depart for Tiripetio; We will visit the temple and old Augustinian convent of the 16th century, house of culture and history of Tiripetio. We depart to the next town Tupátaro to visit the chapel of Santiago Apostol from the 16th century with its coffered ceiling, hand painted by indigenous people and a gold-plated altarpiece. Continuing with the tour we will go to Santa Clara del Cobre, a recognized magical town, we will visit the Copper Museum and a workshop where they can live the experience of participating in the copper hammering technique * while having time to shop. We will depart from Santa Clara del Cobre towards the lake of Zirahuén known as the mirror of the Gods, with its crystalline waters surrounded by a pine and oak forest. Ideal to relax! They can take a boat ride (not included in the price) as well as stroll along the pier and take spectacular images of this beautiful lake.

Witness the great monarch butterfly migration during your time in Morelia on this full-day tour. Alongside a private guide, head to the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary in either El Rosario or Sierra Chincua, depending on the weather conditions. Learn about the conservation efforts of the endangered insect and admire their beautiful wings.

Head off the beaten path and discover the Paricutin Volcano crater when you book this full-day tour from Morelia. Alongside a private guide, depart Morelia and head to the volcano where you enjoy a day of hiking on the slopes. For those who want a more relaxed day, opt for a horseback ride or a 4x4 drive on the volcano (both incur additional fees).

Forget about bus tours and taxi cab drivers! Go with an expert Tour Guide driving this tour for over 25 years. . Come and see the first olive trees planted on America in 1531; almost 500 years old!