Cuernavaca and Taxco Tour From Mexico City

10 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Your tour is the only experience that combines two stunning colonial cities with exclusive access to Taxco's pre-Hispanic mine - Mexico's only ancient mine open to the public. You'll discover 500-year-old underground tunnels, admire Diego Rivera murals at Hernán Cortés' historic palace, stroll through imperial Borda Gardens, and explore magnificent churches spanning five centuries of Mexican history. From Cuernavaca's serene Cathedral to Taxco's breathtaking Santa Prisca Church and world-famous silver shops, this isn't just sightseeing - it's an intimate journey through Mexico's colonial heart that reveals hidden stories and cultural treasures most travelers never experience.

What's Included

Round-trip transportation from Mexico City
Service of a tour guide
Walking tour of the historic centers of Taxco and Cuernavaca; and entrance tickets to museums
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Tips

Meeting and pickup

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

We can pick you up from your accommodation in Mexico City.

OR
Meeting point
The Angel of Independence

Meet your guide at the entrance of Hotel City Express Plus by Marriott (please do not enter and meet your guide outside), close to the Angel of Independence.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Mexico City

    Meet your tour guide and head to Taxco.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Cuernavaca

    Once here, you'll discover the historic Cathedral with its 16th-century monastery and mural of Saint Pope Juan Diego, followed by the impressive Palacio de Cortés housing the Cuauhnahuac Regional Museum with stunning Diego Rivera murals that tell the region's story. You'll also wander through the beautiful Borda Gardens, once home to wealthy miner José de la Borda and later serving as Emperor Maximiliano and Empress Charlotte's summer retreat, where lush landscapes and tranquil fountains create a perfect historical escape. From Cuernavaca.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Taxco

    In Taxco, you'll explore the magnificent Church of Santa Prisca in the heart of Plaza Borda, a stunning example of Baroque architecture that dominates the colonial cityscape. As you wander through Taxco's charming cobblestone streets and narrow alleys, you'll discover numerous silver shops, local boutiques, and traditional restaurants that showcase the town's artisan heritage. The adventure culminates with a visit to Taxco's unique pre-Hispanic mine, the only ancient mine in Mexico open to the public, where native peoples extracted precious metals in the 1400s before strategically closing it to prevent Spanish conquest—here you'll uncover fascinating stories, legends, and myths that bring this remarkable historical site to life.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Mexico City

    Relax on your vehicle and transfer back to Mexico City

    3 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Vibe Adventures

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Car Tours

Cancellation Policy

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

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