Monarch Butterflies in Mexico
Marvel at three different overwintering sites of the Monarch Butterflies in Mexico. Enjoy a mix of metropolis and country side while exploring Mexico City, the mountain town of Angangueo and the colonial center of charming Valle de Bravo. Visit the pyramids of Teotihuacan, experience the magic of the Monarch Butterflies and learn about Mexico's rich culture and traditions.
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Itinerary
Day 1: Bienvenidos a Mexico! Airport transfer to our hotel in Mexico City. Welcome Meeting at 5pm
Day 2: Day trip to Teotihuacan Ruins. Guided tour. Lunch included. Free afternoon. Overnight in Mexico City
Day 3: Visit the first Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary Sierra Chincua. Lunch included. Spend the night close to El Rosario Reserve. Dinner
included
Day 4: Visit the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary El Rosario. Afterwards tour of Angangueo and free time. Sleep close to El Rosario. Dinner
included
Day 5: Travel to Valle de Bravo and enjoy a relaxing afternoon in this picturesque colonial town
Day 6: Day trip to the third Monarch Sanctuary, Piedra Herrada Reserve. Free afternoon and night in Valle de Bravo
Day 7: Travel to Mexico City with a stop over at the Cosmovitral Botanical Gardens in Toluca. Included farewell dinner and overnight in Mexico City
Day 8: Departure day
Detailed itinerary for more information about our itinerary.
All about the hikes at the Monarch overwintering sites HERE
2350 USD
price per person in double occupancy
single room available for 490 USD
What's included?
* 8 day trip
* Airport pick up upon arrival (airport code: MEX)
* 7 nights of accommodation (double occupancy)
* 7 breakfast
* 2 lunch (*new)
* 3 dinner
* Purified water refills
* Bilingual tour leader throughout the trip
* Private transportation on air-conditioned van with professional driver
* Entry and visit to 3 Monarch Butterfly Sanctuaries
* Local guides (ejidatarios) for the Butterfly
Reserves
* Presentation and follow-up discussion on the monarch migration
* Guided tour of the pyramids of Teotihuacan
* Tour of the Jardín Botánico Cosmovitral in Toluca
* Free time in Valle de Bravo and Mexico City
Group size: maximum 14 guests
Not included: Airfare, lunch and dinners not listed (allow between 150-250 USD for food and drinks), personal travel insurance, airport transfer after tour (allow between 15-20 USD), souvenirs, gratuities. Please be aware that you will need local currency (Mexican Pesos) and that the prices in USD are just for reference.
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