Floating Flower Gardens Of Xochimilco with a Local: Private & Personalized

4.7
(13 reviews)

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5 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

You’ll visit the floating flower gardens of Xochimilco! The islands you’ll discover here are the last vestige of the ancient Aztec’s agricultural system. These canals were used to create an intricate system of irrigation waterways. This promises to be an experience for the senses as you visit the vibrant Xochimilco market and feast on prehispanic cuisine.

Personalization and flexibility are key to this experience. You can totally customize your experience as you would like. The meeting place and timing are also flexible.

Enjoy this heritage site at your own speed with a highly engaging and knowledgeable local guide.

What's Included

Hotel/Accommodation meet-up (available on request for central location)
5 hours with a host
Private and personalised experience
Taxi to and from Xochimilco
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or taxi options)
Food and drinks
Entry to additional ticketed attractions
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

After booking, you can adjust the meeting point to fit your preferences with the help of our Experience Planners.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Enjoy a ride on a trajinera, the colorful, hand-decorated ‘gondolas’ that date back to pre-Hispanic times, along the ancient canals of Xochimilco IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

    Admission ticket not included
  • (Pass by)

    Admire the ancient San Bernardino de Siena church, this 16-century church is one of the oldest in Mexico City IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Visit Museo Dolores Olmedo, and get a glimpse into the life of a famous 17th-century Mexican socialite IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    See the hundreds of native species of birds, animals and aquatic life in Xochimilco Ecological Park IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

    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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We’ll be in touch within 24 hours after booking to find out more about your personality, tastes and interests so we can assign a like-minded Local who can create a bespoke experience for you.
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Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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