Tour of Magical Towns of Querétaro, starting from Querétaro

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(11 reviews)

5 to 6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

On this tour you will be able to learn about the history, customs, legends, myths, and most important celebrations of these 3 Magical Towns, of the 7 that the state of Querétaro has.

You will learn more about why they were named Magical Towns, some important stories and legends from different important eras in Mexico.

During this tour you will always be accompanied by a tour guide assigned to your tour to receive this information.
In the same way you will be informed about where you can get and buy your souvenirs and eat delicious, good and cheap food.

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Certified Tour Guide
Breakfast
Gratuities
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

- If the hotel or Airbnb where you are staying is located outside the perimeter of the historic center and you want us to pick you up, you should consider paying the "pickup outside the perimeter" fee. - Please note that during high season or special dates, some streets may be closed and the meeting point may change. - Please contact and confirm a night via WhatsApp with the tour operator agency to review this last point. Thank you.

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Meeting point

It is necessary to contact the tour operator agency or the guide in advance via WhatsApp to coordinate the pick-up with you, remember to register your mobile number.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 to 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    We will travel from the city of Querétaro to the first point. Make yourself comfortable and pay attention to the itinerary instructions that your guide will give you.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Bernal has been recognized as a Magical Town and is a true haven of tranquility, ideal for resting, getting away from the hustle and bustle and recharging your energy. The town of Bernal is a small place, but you can take advantage of it by walking around it. You will find shops selling crafts, wool and blanket products and typical sweets. From every corner you can see the majestic Peña de Bernal, which is said to be full of energy.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    1. It is the third largest monolith in the world, surpassed only by the Rock of Gibraltar in the Iberian Peninsula and Sugar Loaf in Rio de Janeiro. 2. It reaches more than 350 meters in height. 3. It is said to have been a volcano from the Cenozoic era whose magma stagnated, solidifying millions of years ago. 4. Many people consider it a source of energy, which is why it is visited on March 21. 5. The inhabitants of Bernal have an average life span of 94.7 years. 6. There are around 30 caves on the site that, according to researchers, were used by the Chichimecas as a refuge. 7. There are cave paintings on it that are more than 1,300 years old, attributed to the Chichimecas. 8. It is estimated to have an altitude of 2,510 meters above sea level. 9. It is considered one of the 13 natural wonders of Mexico.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Visiting this Magical Town is a unique experience as it is the entrance to the Sierra Gorda of Queretaro; it is a municipality with great geographic diversity: it has a semi-desert climate in the south and forests in the north. In 2011 it was named a Magical Town thanks to its history and its magic inherited from the native peoples of the region, as well as for its diverse tourist attractions.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 4

    One of the 20 most important botanical gardens in Mexico, it was founded on April 25, 1991. The Garden houses 5 botanical collections: the Semi-desert, Cacti of Querétaro, Vegetation of the Valley of Querétaro, The Mammillaria genus in Mexico and Agaves of Querétaro. This place, recognized for the number of endangered species it artificially reproduces, reminds us, as a family, of the need to take care of our environment. There is also a wilderness area and a pair of viewing points at the base of a volcanic rock cliff of about 50 m in height which frames the area of ​​the scientific collection.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 5

    These are the places you can't miss during your next getaway to the Magical Town of Tequisquiapan. It is the land of wine and cheese. Its mild climate invites you to walk through its craft markets. We will visit the Parish of Santa María de la Asunción.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Here you can see the church as an icon of the town, since it had four stages of construction and the interior is very simple unlike others.

    Admission ticket free
  • 6

    After finishing this experience, it is time to return to the starting point in the city of Querétaro. Relax as you reach the end of this tour. Ask yourself: What did you like the most? How much did you learn?

    45 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • IMPORTANT: THE TRIP IS WITH A MINIMUM OF TWO PEOPLE. IF THE MINIMUM NUMBER OF PEOPLE IS NOT MET, THE TRIP WILL BE CANCELLED AND YOUR PAYMENT WILL BE REFUNDED.
  • Consider that you will be exposed to sunlight, so you should take care of your skin with sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
Supplied by Vive Disfruta Mexico

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Day Trips
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Car Tours
Small Group
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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