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- English
- Spanish
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Xochimilco has never looked better from the water
Glide through ancient canals aboard a traditional boat trajinera and discover the living culture, history, and soul of one of Mexico City's most iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
What's Included:
⭐ Priority boarding
✅ 2.5-hour boat ride through the historic canals of Xochimilco
✅ Expert bilingual guide (English/Spanish) with live commentary
✅ Festive welcome shot of tequila and mezcal
✅ Souvenir shot glass with unlimited lime juice and gourmet salts
✅ Unlimited beer, tequila, soft drinks, and water
✅ Restroom access at both the dock and the island
✅ Tamarind and marzipan candies, plus fresh popcorn
✅ Traditional Mexican lotería game, souvenir included
✅ 4 authentic tacos with fresh veggie toppings on a chinampa island
✅ Traditional Aztec pulque tasting
✅ Your choice of michelada or margarita
✅ Final mezcal toast
✅ 24/7 customer support
✅ All taxes and fees included
✅ No mandatory tipping
✅ Pet-friendly
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet at Embarcadero Los Flores Nativitas, Canal 237, San Jerónimo, Xochimilco. Search for “Visitxochimilco” on Maps. How will you find your guide? Very easy! Your guide will be wearing a black cap with a pink axolotl . Please arrive on time; the boat departs 15 minutes later.
Itinerary
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1Floating Gardens of Xochimilco
PRIORITY BOARDING - START IMMEDIATELY Skip the wait with exclusive priority boarding. Board your gondola the moment you arrive while others wait. You'll already be cruising ancient canals with a welcome toast. Escape the city and immerse yourself in 2.5 hours of Mexican magic sailing through Xochimilco, the legendary Aztec canals declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your VIP adventure starts now No waiting, no hassle. Board first and receive tequila shots in souvenir containers Relax with unlimited drinks—beer, water, soda—while enjoying exclusive tamarind candies and premium popcorn Authentic fun Play Mexican lotería and win a one. Your local guide shares fascinating stories through ancient canals. Island feast Disembark on an authentic chinampa. Enjoy 4 tacos with fresh toppings and traditional Aztec pulque. Vegetarian options available. Fiesta continues! Choose Michelada or margarita. Participate in fun activities. Finale Mezcal toast ear-to-ear smile You'll have restroom access
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Age restriction: We only serve alcoholic beverages to travelers over 21 years of age. Travelers under 21 years of age will be served non-alcoholic beverages. The tour itinerary will respect the choice of guests over 21 years of age who do not like to drink alcoholic beverages.
- In the event of force majeure (due to congested canals and traffic), it may be impossible to reach the island and try pulque, especially on weekend afternoons. But don't worry, the party won't stop, our team will be prepared with typical regional food.
- Optional: we could visit the Axolotl Sanctuary to see the Mexican Axolotl, with an extra cost.
- All guests are guaranteed a chair on the boat, boat chairs are the same size for all guests, our staff will assist guests with wheelchairs or babies to get on and off the boat.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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