Colonial Treasures: San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Zacatecas and Guadalajara
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Is Colonial Treasures: San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Zacatecas and Guadalajara worth booking?
Colonial Treasures: San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Zacatecas and Guadalajara is a 240-hour experience in Mexico City, Mexico, from $860 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.6/5 rating across 8 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 144 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
- Rating
- 3.6/5 (8)
- Duration
- 240 hours
- From
- $860 per person
Enjoy a wonderful 10-day, 9-night tour from Mexico City to visit some of the most important colonial cities in Mexico filled with culture and history. See San Miguel de Allende and its historical downtown. Stop at Guanaj
What you get
- Nine nights accommodation
- Breakfast
- Shared transfer Airport - Hotel - Airport
- Local bilingual speaking guide
About this experience
Enjoy a wonderful 10-day, 9-night tour from Mexico City to visit some of the most important colonial cities in Mexico filled with culture and history. See San Miguel de Allende and its historical downtown. Stop at Guanajuato and learn about its subterranean avenues. Go to Zacatecas and head to La Bufa Hill, taste tequila in the town of Tequila when you visit Guadalajara and see the World Heritage Site of Morelia. This trip includes breakfast, a professional guide and transport.
What's included
Included
- Nine nights accommodation
- Breakfast
- Shared transfer Airport - Hotel - Airport
- Local bilingual speaking guide
Not included
- Food
- Gratuities
- Drinks
- Nothing not specified
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
Hotel Royal Reforma or similar
Hotel Royal Reforma or similar: Hotels on Route are 4* or similar and will be confirmed according with the travel date Pickup included
Sheraton Ma Isabel or similar
Sheraton Ma Isabel or similar: Hotels on Route are 4* or similar and will be confirmed according with the travel date Pickup included
Hotel Hampton Inn or similar
Hotel Hampton Inn or similar: Hotels on Route are 4* or similar and will be confirmed according with the travel date Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Mexitours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Note: Five-star hotel options are in Mexico City only. Hotels in the rest of the towns all four-star.
- Sanitary Protocols against Covid-19 at https://youtu.be/PhV16OsNkOk
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 8 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
8 verified traveler reviews for Colonial Treasures: San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Zacatecas and Guadalajara. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Family trip (with total discomfort)
The tour with our guide Daniel was spectacular and his attentions were as if we were part of his family. In that respect everything was very nice. Contrary to the service of mexitours with transportation was fatal, bad, the super uncomfortable water for such long trips. The air wasn't good, the seat belts weren't good either. We were a group of 16 people and those super uncomfortable chairs with distances of up to 4 hours walk, could not even back out to rest. The suitcases inside the water because I didn't even have room in the back. It was a fatal experience. The biggest thing is that Mexitours was notified of our discomfort and they NEVER resolved. On the contrary they were just excuses and apologies but NEVER solved ANYTHING. They were always unfounded justifications. So travelers demand comfort and their rights from travelers because ours was NEVER heard. (I attach a photo of the discomfort of one of the front seats)
Response from the operator: Srita. Aileen Vázquez, lamentamos mucho que se haya llevado esa impresión en sus servicios, entendemos que ninguna disculpa o comentario será suficiente para reparar su experiencia, pero es importante reiterarle que acorde a las especificaciones comerciales de la unidad vehicular de la que se trata, ésta cumple con los requerimientos para ofrecer el servicio con ese número de pasajeros (16 pasajeros) y las distancias. Con respecto al equipaje, se solicita que los participantes en el recorrido para su mayor comodidad porten preferentemente una maleta pequeña, ya que efectivamente las maletas grandes restan espacio y reitero, la unidad cuenta con el espacio suficiente. En el departamento de Tráfico nos encargamos que las unidades tengan siempre un excelente mantenimiento y por los días de viaje, era complicado enviar otra unidad con la que no nos arriesgaríamos a falta de espacio o algún otro detalle.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Worst tour ever
Too many stops each day and little time to enjoy the important things. For example, Queretaro and Delores Hidalgo were destinations that could have been eliminated. They were just drive by destinations. Also, no need to go to Guadalajara, where we insisted on visiting the Orozco murals which were not even on the itinerary. We could have gone to a tequila factory elsewhere and not wasted two days. In Guanajato we went to the university but just stood outside, then stood outside Diego Rivera's house, then went to a street where someone had kissed his girlfriend, all just a waste of time. In San Miguel we were in a hotel far from the city and 3 of the group were in another hotel far away so we wasted an hour and a half waiting for the van to drop them off, leaving little time to enjoy that wonderful city. Our best day, in Zacatecas was when we decided (with another couple) to not see the mine and instead visited the two world class museums ( of the Coronel brothers) which were not even mentioned in the tour. Leaving at 9 am, instead of earlier, we always arrived relatively late at the next destination which made it impossible to properly visit the local highlights when we arrived. Additionally, no water was offered to us during the long drives and the music in the van was often, not only too loud but not everyone enjoys the same music. Nothing wrong with a little silence, either. Our guide Fabrizio does not speak English well. It was often quite difficult to understand him and he would go hours without explaining anything during the long drives. He is a nice person, so we don't blame him but Mexitours should vet the people they send as English speaking guides. The guide should introduce the members of the group at the beginning of the tour. Also, it should be made clear that people should change seats each day in the van. Otherwise, you may be stuck the whole time in the back of the van where you couldn't hear the instructions as well. The Spanish speakers were always up front and conversing with the guide which created a bond but the English speakers in the back were usually left out of the conversation. Hopefully, this critique will be useful for improving this tour in the future.
Response from the operator: Dear Mr. Richard Powers at Mexitours our greatest interest is the satisfaction of the clients who kindly hire our services. We have received with regret the comments about your services on the Colonial Treasures, the places we’re the program develop seems didn’t catch your eye and heart. This tour try to show the best of the places like San Miguel de Allende, Tequila. We’re very sorry to hear this complain of yours but we are going to have this in mind for the future. About the guide Mr. Fabricio we are going to talk with him and check his English. Once again we appreciate your comments.
via Viator
Good if You Speak Spanish
Cities are delightful. However, I asked several times if guide would be primarily English speaking, and was told yes. Boarding bus for departure, guide only spoke Spanish. Quick switch with another guide who spoke English. However, of 12 original passengers, only two of us spoke English. So tour was mostly in Spanish. Our guide, Umberto, was a nice guy who tried, but when most of your audience speaks Spanish, that is what you are going to use. We enjoyed the sights and culture; hotels were nice, trip is good value. But narration mostly lost because of language. Would not be an issue if they hadn't misled me when I asked and was assured of an English speaking guide, not one who would speak mostly in Spanish.
Response from the operator: Dear Linda. Many thanks for your comments. For us are very important. So sorry for the misunderstand about the guide in Spanish and English. In shared service is bilingual the service and all the information is English and Spanish, and we take note about your comments to do the best for all the passengers.
via Viator
Different visit to see Mexico
We really enjoyed the visit. The guide, Mr. Humberto Villegas, showed all his professionalism for the places visited. Excellent transport, tour times and for meals too. Very good hotels. Super recommended.
Response from the operator: Muchas gracias por compartir su experiencia con nosotros, nos alegra que haya pasado un tiempo fantástico en compañía de nuestro gran guía Humberto. Sus comentarios son muy valiosos y ayudarán a otros viajeros a elegir la experiencia Mexitours con nuestros tours. ¡Saludos!
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Wonderful cities with a few bumps in the road
Overall, this tour was quite nice due to the wonderful ground it covered. With the lack of tourists due to covid, my wife and I had a single guide in their own car take us to to all the cities. No tourist bus or group pressures. This was great. However, there were a couple of hitches. First, our guide's English was difficult to understand a lot of the time. We also had an incident where we arrived in mid afternoon in Zacatecas after a 4 1/2 hour drive from Guanajuato. Before entering the historic part of the city, we were delivered to a silver mine on the outskirts for a tour. This tour was not conducted by our guide and was totally in Spanish, no English. It was difficult not to get weary for 1 1/2 hours underground while trailing after the large group being entertained by the flowing descriptions of the Spanish-speaking guide. After finally getting taken to the historical center of this beautiful city, our guide was surprised to find out that the hotel she was taking us to had been cancelled by the tour company a few days before. We had to inform the guide of this fact. We were give one quick trip through the cathedral and then were delivered to a Hampton Inn in a suburb for the night. That hotel refused the tour voucher that we presented to it saying they had no reservation, even though our tour company insisted they had changed our reservation officially from the cancelled hotel. What ensued was a two hour wait for us in the hotel's lobby while the tour company and hotel haggled over what our room rate should be due to the lost reservation. We are talking about a $50 room. Ultimately I had to threaten to our guide that we would call Tripadvisor and cancel the rest of our tour if the situation was not resolved soon, and miraculously it soon was. I also had to insist that my wife and I would be taken back to the city's historical center the next morning to stroll around this beautiful city we had spent so much time and trouble to visit. To the tour company's credit, they quickly agreed to this our guide delivered and allowed us to stroll. This was probably allowed since we were the only two folks on the tour. The rest of the tour to the remaining cities unfolded without such problems, especially the city tour we got when we returned to Mexico City. That four-hour tour had a superb guide.
Response from the operator: Dear Martin, Thank you so much for sharing with other travelers your experience with us. You have chosen one of the best Multi-days program that we have available from Mexico City visiting wonderful cities including Zacatecas, where we had a misunderstanding with the Hotel and it took some time to have it fixed. In MEXITOURS we always do our best in order to have our customers satisfied with our services, and as you can tell, from the very beginning we offered a private transportation (if necessary) with a professional guide since also our priority is following the new safety measures against COVID-19. We regret for the inconvenient at Zacatecas, however during the next days some additional visits where provided (not included in the original itinerary) in order to amend the bad time you had in Zacatecas, with the late check-in at the Hotel. It was such a pleasure having you as our guest, we would love to see you soon again in Mexico.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 240 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 144h before
- Minimum age to book
- 3+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue
- Price range
- $860 to $3515
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 55
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Colonial Treasures: San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Zacatecas and Guadalajara: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Mexico City.
How much does Colonial Treasures: San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Zacatecas and Guadalajara cost?
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Prices start at $860 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Mexico City usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Colonial Treasures: San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Zacatecas and Guadalajara take?
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Plan for about 240 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Mexico City is not rushed.
Is Colonial Treasures: San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Zacatecas and Guadalajara worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.6/5 across 8 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Mexico City, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Colonial Treasures: San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Zacatecas and Guadalajara?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 144 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Colonial Treasures: San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Zacatecas and Guadalajara suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 3. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 240-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Colonial Treasures: San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Zacatecas and Guadalajara?
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Around 3 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Mexico City can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Mexico City and add a light layer if any part of the 240-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Colonial Treasures: San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Zacatecas and Guadalajara start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Mexico City within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Mexico City?
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On Outty we rank every Mexico City experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Frida Kahlo VIP [Museum Tickets Included] Walk, Markets & Churros, Local Foodie Adventure CDMX: Tacos & more with Sherpa Food Tours, Mexico City Historical Centre Food Tour with 7 Tastings & Drinks. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Mexico City?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Mexico City?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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