11. 1 day tour of Tlacotalpan and Alvarado from Veracruz
· 8 hoursWe begin our tour with Alvarado, just 72 km south of the port of Veracruz, at the mouth of the Blanco and Papaloapan rivers. We visited the Iglesia del Rosario, the Plaza de Armas and the fishermen's wharf. Later we will arrive at Tlacotalpan, considered as a cultural heritage of humanity by UNESCO. It is located 18 km from Alvarado. We will take a tour through its streets contemplating the simple and colorful architecture of its houses with traditional furniture, we will visit the Ferrando museum and the famous composer Agustín Lara, the Church of the Virgen de la Candelaria patron saint of this place, the unique Nezahualcóyotl Theater, enjoy of typical sweets and handicrafts.
22. Coatepec and Xico Magical Towns Plus Xalapa Day Trip from Veracruz
5.0· 9 reviews· 10 hoursOn this full day tour, discover an area well known for coffee plantations and traditional dishes like mole. Discover the history of the former hacienda “El Lencero”, an old farm and plantation house that belonged to Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna. Enjoy a panoramic view of Xalapa downtown and visit the Museum of Anthropology. Drive through coffee plantations on the way to the waterfall of “Texolo” located in Xico and finally visit Coatepec, known for its exceptional coffee production. Your tour includes tickets, transportation and a guide.
33. Full Day Tour to La Antigua, Cempoala and Quiahuiztlán
5.0· 6 reviews· 9 hoursGet to know the first city founded in Veracruz, La Antigua, where the house of the conqueror Hernán Cortés is located and where we will take a tour to see its interior. After visiting this site, we will visit the archaeological zone of Cempoala, a Totonac city 1 hour from Veracruz that you will undoubtedly love. Finally, we will visit Quiahuiztlan, a cemetery of the Totonac culture, unique in the State.
44. Tlacotalpan World Heritage Site and Alvarado Day Trip
5.0· 3 reviews· 8 hoursTlacotalpan is a town declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Its building has a Spanish/Caribbean architecture. It also has a museum where some belongings of the musician and composer Agustin Lara are displayed. Absorb the seaside atmosphere in Alvarado where the purchase and sale of seafood is the most common.
55. Antigua-Cempoala and Quiahuiztlan Archaeological Day Trip
4.8· 6 reviews· 8 hoursHead to the most interesting archaeological sites near the port with much history yet to be discovered. One of those is Quiahuiztlan, it was simultaneously a city, cemetery and fort. In addition, you will appreciate the archaeological site considered the capital of the Totonac Empire, Cempoala and visit the town of Antigua. Your tour includes transport and a guide.
66. Full Day Tour to Catemaco and Los Tuxtlas with Transportation
4.6· 25 reviews· 12.5 hoursEnjoy a getaway from the port of Veracruz or Boca del Río to the jungle of Los Tuxtlas. Get to know the largest Olmec head in the south of the state. You will also be able to visit the famous islands of the macaque and spider monkeys in the amazing Catemaco lagoon, where you will take a boat ride.
77. Tajin Ruins Day Trip and Vanilla Factory Experience
4.5· 11 reviews· 12 hoursCome and visit the pre-Hispanic City of "El Tajín". During this full day tour, you will be able to see a vanilla factory where the first furnaces for the benefit of the vanilla were built. Then, admire the impressive architecture of the Totonac city at the north of Veracruz. See its interesting architecture, consisting of pyramids (The most famous "Pyramid Of The Niches"), palaces and several courts of ball game. Also, you will enjoy the fabulous pre-Hispanic ritual "Dance of the Flyers” in the traditional market next to Tajín. Your tour includes tickets, transportation and a guide.
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