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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).

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.

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.

We will get to know Uruapan, a beautiful city in the Michoacan lands located 96 km from Morelia and "avocado world capital", we will begin our tour in the town of Tingambato where we will visit its archaeological zone of Teotihuacan influence. Later we will leave for the Eduardo Ruiz National Park in Uruapan to know its beautiful waterfalls and fountains, including the Rodilla del Diablo Spring where the Cupatitzio river is born. We will then travel to the center of Uruapan and we will know the narrowest house in the world, backed by the Guinness record, and the Hospital-Pueblo de Indios (Huatápera), they will be given free time to taste the typical food of the place (not included) ) and get to know this wonderful city of Uruapan, Michoacán.

The Monarch Butterfly is an unusual insect, they migrate from Canada and arrive in the western region of Mexico, a large part of them is housed in the wonderful forests of Michoacán in the El Rosario Sanctuary located 191 km from the city of Morelia, there we will ascend. through the mountain to meet the Monarch Butterflies, entrance fee (not included). We will travel a distance of 1.5 km in a beautiful forest of oaks, pines and fir trees that provide shelter and protection to the millions of monarch butterflies that spend the winter among its branches after having traveled more than 5,000 km from southern Canada. and northern United States.

The day of the dead has been declared World Heritage by UNESCO. In Michoacán you will live the greatest tradition of day of the dead in all of Mexico. Discover the Michoacan crafts in the different villages, know the customs of the families to receive the souls of their loved ones and live a unique tradition such as the Day of the Dead

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!

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!