Mexico’s Colonial Heartland

Arrival & transfer to Guanajuato Hotel
Upon arrival at Leon airport, you will be met by our representative who will transfer you to your accommodation in Guanajuato, around a 1hr 15 minute drive away.

The extraordinary Unesco World Heritage city of Guanajuato was founded in 1559 due to the region's rich silver and gold deposits. Opulent colonial buildings, stunning tree-filled plazas and brightly colored houses are crammed onto the steep slopes of a ravine. Excellent museums, handsome theaters and a fine marketplace punctuate the cobblestone streets.

City Tour
After breakfast, you will meet your guide and begin your city tour with a visit to the famous Museum of the Mummies of Guanajuato. The exhibition includes a number of naturally mummified bodies that resulted from a cholera outbreak in the city back in 1833. Following on, you will also visit the Valenciana mine and its majestic temple, one of the most beautiful in the country with its 23.5 carat gold-framed altarpieces and tunnel zones. If you have yet to find yourself in a mine 200ft deep within the surface of the Earth, then the Valenciana will be a perfect start.

The tour will take you to the Mirador del Pipila monument, a famous statue set on a panoramic hill that depicts El Pipila, an important figure during the Mexican War of Independence in 1810. The steep stairways leading to the top of the hill will have you at a perfect spot to overlook the whole city of Guanajuato.

Breakfast included.

Travel to San Miguel de Allende via Dolores & Atotonilco
Today, you will have the opportunity to visit the cradle of the Mexican independence movement as well as some of the most beautiful colonial cities in the country. The tour will begin in Dolores Hidalgo, where you will go to the mausoleum of the singer-author Jose Alfredo Jimenez. The absence of tourists in this town will perhaps make this a highlight of your trip as you learn about the history of Mexico's independence in peace and quiet.

Afterwards, visit the Sanctuary of Atotonilco, also known as the Mexican Sistine Chapel. Classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, you can step inside to admire its detailed murals, ceiling paintings and architectural designs that are deeply moving. The next stop will be San Miguel de Allende, stroll through the baroque architecture and neo-gothic style churches that were built around the 17th century. Check in to your hotel in the afternoon before spending the evening at your leisure.

Breakfast included.

City Tour
After breakfast, you will visit the most interesting monuments of the city, including the Parish of Sangiual Arcangel with incredible history of Zeferino Gutierrez, the house of Captain Ignacio Allende, and the Temple of Immaculate Conception. San Miguel encapsulates the religion, history and hard work that people value, which can be experienced with your visit to the Fanciscan Monastic Complex, and the Old Town of San Miguel el Grande. Your guide will tell you an interesting story on how the Independence of Mexico in the House of Conspiracies was forged.

Breakfast included.

Transfer to Mexico City Airport
You will be transferred from your hotel in San Miguel de Allende to Mexico City Aiport for your departing flight.

Breakfast included.