Internationals Mexico City / Aztec Explorers

 
 
 

Let´s explore the beautiful natural park, river,waterfalls and caves of Grutas de Tolantongo together!

The natural park of Tolantongo is built along a box canyon, open on one end and closed on the other. The mountains around the canyon are volcanic, heating the water to steamy temperatures and infusing it all with minerals, forming some of the world's loveliest hot springs. And whether you'd prefer to just soak in all this natural beauty for as long as possible, or you want something a little more exciting, all is posible.

There are several ways to enjoy this Mexican geothermal wonderland. The first is to explore the tunnel and cave - this grotto features a warm, spring-fed pool and river, and also has warm, mineral-rich water misting in from the walls and ceiling... it's basically like an all-natural sauna, with a pool for swimming. If that's a little too steamy for you, then a dip in the slightly cooler river might be more your speed. The flowing water provides an almost massage-like effect, and its mesmerizing blue adds to the effect... not only does it make the whole experience feel more magical, but the water's color comes from salts and minerals dissolved in it: perfect for soaking in.

You can get an exfoliating mask or mud treatment to further the relaxation. You can also enjoy hiking and camping in this serene environment. If you can't get enough unwinding, then head to the waterfall pools, natural springs that have been dammed up to create 40 or so cliffside travertine terraces, each with natural spring water for bathing and relaxing. They've also got ziplines and an epic suspension bridge... because the experience of getting an adrenaline rush from the zipline and then coming down from that high in a cliffside hot spring is kind of the best :-).

The price is 1150 Mexican Pesos / small group and includes private transport for our group, experienced driver, and explanations in Spanish and English and entrance to Tolantongo. Please send a whatsapp to [masked] (Lidia Herrera) to ask if there are still places available, to confirm your participation and to receive the payment information (you can pay either by transfer, by cash deposit at any Banamex bank or cash payment at any Oxxo store). It is important to pay at least 5/7 days before the trip, to make sure we can arrange the right transport for the right amount of people.

For reservations and payment information whatsapp[masked]

Let´s explore more hidden jewels of México together, have a great encounter with nature and make new friends!!

FREE E-GUIDE, VIRTUAL TRIP AND BLOG:
https://aztecexplorers.wordpress.com/2019/03/19/exploring-grutas-de-tolantongo-state-of-hidalgo/

Let´s explore México together :-). Day tour from Mexico City.
All trips / tours / events / excursions also available as private trips;
ask us for a quote.

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https://aztecexplorers.com/2018/06/13/aboutus/

Website: https://aztecatta.com
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Let´s expierence one of the most beautiful and oldest traditions of Mexico City: La Flor más bella del Ejido (The most beautiful flower of the ejido - communal lands).

From ancient times, when Tlahuicatl, third Lord of the Xochimilcas ruled (1307), the cult of the goddess Xochiquetzalli, goddess of flowers, was established. During the colonial times, the cult to this goddess was modified.

The parade of the flower women originated when the celebrations of the Friday of Dolores were mixed with the flower cult. Initially the parade took place in the Canal de la Viga, in the town of Santa Anita in Iztacalco. First the representatives of the society of New Spain attended these festivities and, with the passage of time, the festivity acquired a popular character in which the famous people of the time met up with the most humble people of the town.

The parties were held at the piers that led to the old Merced market and those of the Puente del Carbón and La Leña that connected to Tláhuac and Xochimilco. These festivities coincided with the celebration of the Friday of Dolores, day in which the market was installed so that the inhabitants bought their provisions for the following week in which they had to remain in prayer. There, popular dances, meals, flavored drinks with pulque and contests were organized.

In 1921, the newspaper El Universal, called the beauty contest "La India Bonita", to celebrate the centennial of the consummation of Independence, whose goal was to enhance the beauty of indigenous women in Mexico. In 1936, at the instigation of General Lázaro Cárdenas, the women's beauty contest "The most beautiful flower of the ejido" was created, aimed at enhancing the mestizo beauty that inhabits the ejidal zone (communal lands) of Mexico City.

Since 1955, the festival of "The most beautiful flower of the ejido" has been celebrated in Xochimilco. If you are able to attend this magnificent festival, which is intended to keep the pre-Hispanic traditions alive and to exalt the beauty of Mexican women, be sure to visit Xochimilco on Friday of Sorrows.

After watching this amazing event, we will take a traditional boat trip on the channels of Xochimilco by Trajiner. The price is 750 pesos per person, without transportation, includes breakfast, terras reservation, trip/ tour in trajinera boat and explanations by certified guide. Breakfast includes juice and fruit, coffee with bread and red or green chilaquiles with either chicken, meat or egg.

Send a Whatsapp to [masked] to receive the payment information (Lidia Herrera).

About us and contact details:
https://aztecexplorers.wordpress.com/2018/06/13/aboutus/

Below our Blog about La Flor más bella del Ejido in Xochimilco

https://aztecexplorers.wordpress.com/2019/03/30/la-flor-mas-bella-del-ejido-in-xochimilco/

 
 
 

Let´s experience a popular Holy Week tradition by visiting seven churches on Holy Thursday. The tradition is an ancient practice, probably originating in Rome, where early pilgrims visited the seven major basilicas as penance.

In this case we will explore the Mexico City center, visiting amongst others Catedral Metropolitana, Iglesia de Santisima Trinidad, Templo de Jesus Maria, Paroquia de Santa Cruz y Soledad, Iglesia de nuestro señor de la humildad, Paraquia de Santa Tomas Apostal la Palma and Iglesia San Pablo.

Afterwards, we can optionally have a drink and / or lunch at one of the most traditional Mexican restaurants of the Mexico City center / optional.

Let´s explore one of the beautiful traditions of Mexico City together, during a special Holy Week event. All explanations in English and Spanish.

The price is 250 Mexican Pesos; explanations in Spanish and English.

To reserve and peyment information please contac us by whatsapp to[masked]. Prepaid.

Let´s explore México together!

 
 
 

Let´s experience a popular Holy Week tradition by visiting seven churches on Holy Thursday. The tradition is an ancient practice, probably originating in Rome, where early pilgrims visited the seven major basilicas as penance.

In this case we will visit the beautiful borough of Iztacalco in Mexico City.

Iztacalco is one of the 16 delegaciones (boroughs) into which Mexico's Federal District is divided. It is located in the center-east of the district and is the smallest of the city’s boroughs. The area’s history began in 1309 when the island of Iztacalco, in what was Lake Texcoco, was settled in 1309 by the Mexica who would later found Tenochtitlan, according to the Codex Xolotl. The island community would remain small and isolated through the colonial period, but drainage projects in the Valley of Mexico dried up the lake around it.

Let´s explore one of the hidden jewels of Mexico City together, during a special Holy Week tradition. All explanations in English and Spanish.

The price is 250 Mexican Pesos; explanations in Spanish and English.
$650 with trnasportation per person / prepaid.

To reserve and payment inforamtion whatsapp[masked]

to receive the payment information (Lidia Herrera).

Let´s explore México together!

 
 
 

In the Southern part of Mexico City we can find Cerro de La Estrella, 1 of the 6 archeological sites in Mexico City, around 40 minutes from the historic city center.

Cerro de la Estrella archeological site and national park, on a clear day, has one of the best 360 views all over Mexico City, from the top of an extinct vulcano. The park was originally designated in 1938 with 1,100 hectares, but the growth of the city has encroached on it and left it with less than 200 hectares. The site is named after the colonial-period Hacienda de la Estrella, located on the flanks of the hill.
Culture: Azteca.

Period: 900 – 1521. The slopes of the hill where the hacienda was located had been inhabited from the earliest times, and the settlement grew in importance as the site of New Fire ceremonies, believed to revive the sun at the end of the cycle. It was celebrated every 52 years with ceremonies held in 1351, 1403, 1455 and 1507. The fall of Tenochtitlan prevented the celebration of the fifth event.
Our blog with more explanations and pictures.

Trip info:
From 10.00 to 12.30, on the 25th of March, guided walking tour. Price 250 pesos without transport, 550 pesos with transport
Make your reservation on Whatsapp, Lidia Herrera, payment 100% in advance.

 
 
 

Let´s visit the Festival of Paella + Freixenet wine caves + the towns of Tequisquiapan and Bernal (Pueblos Mágicos).

If you love the Paella and wine, this festival and food tour is for you!

The Winery is something of a mystery. One can take a tour, study the process, buy a “kit”, and yet something continues to elude. Couple the mystery with a fabulous event at a folkloric Mexican winery… THEN you got something.

Let´s enjoy the wines, the cheeses, the paella and other gourmet products and enjoy the company. And still we have time to explore the nearby villages of Bernal and Tequisquiapan :-)

It is important to pay asap no later than Wednesday the 1th of May, to make sure we can arrange the right transport for the right amount of people.

The price is 1850 Mexican Pesos and includes entrance to the festival a, private transport, experienced driver, coordinator . Let´s discover more hidden jewels of México together !

You can pay by making a transfer, by making a deposit in a Banamex Bank or by paying in an 7eleven shop. For reservation and information of payment send a whatsapp [masked].

Let´s explore México together :-). Day tour from Mexico City.
All trips / tours / events / excursions also available as private trips;
ask us for a quote.

ABOUT US AND MORE CONTACT INFORMATION:
https://aztecexplorers.com/2018/06/13/aboutus/

Website: https://aztecatta.com
Travel Blog: https://aztecexplorers.com/

 
 
 

Let´s have a great encounter with nature and explore the Firefly Sanctuary in the STATE OF MEXICO.

We will visit a beautifull park and the forest of the Fireflies. During the months of June, July and August, 200 hundred hectares of the forest light up by thousands and thousands of fireflies.

Walking through the narrow paths through the woods at night, in an old river bed, watching the thousands of fireflies is truly a top-notch experience that will simply leave you breathless.

The reason this phenomena occurs is due to the fact that during summer, fireflies reproduce; females light up to attract males and mate.

The price is 1250 Mexican Pesos and includes private transport for our small group, experienced driver, entrance to the Firefly Sanctuary and explanations in Spanish and English.

You can pay by making a transfer by Internet, by making a deposit of cash money in a Banamex bank or by paying with cash money in an Seven11 store. Please send a WhatsApp to [masked], to check availability , to reserve and the payment information.

Let´s explore more hidden jewels of México together !

MAGICAL FORESTS, VOLCANOES & FIREFLIES
Join us this weekend on a beautiful date with nature, walking around beautiful hiking trails through the pristine woods at the feet of the Izta Popo volcanoes in the State of Mexico, at only 2 hours from Mexico City. At dusk, the entire forest will lit up little by little with thousands of fireflies. The most beautiful show that mother nature can present!
First stop is an amazing nature reserve that featured in the National Geographic magazine. Ideally we are received with the most perfect view on the dormant Iztachihuatl volcano. Here we will first make a beautiful walk / hike through a canyon, along an ancient dry river bed, then through virgin pinewoods and along a a beautiful valley with Christmas trees. On the way back, we can try Pulque and Mezcal and relax or walk a bit more, around a beautiful pond.
We then drive to one of our most favorite traditional restaurants, in another nature reserve. With some of the best enchiladas and chilaquiles that we tried so far, with amazing local cheese. Other traditional dishes are available as well. Then we make another walk, along beautiful colored cabins, through other beautiful woods. Plus with a little luck, we can see the active Popocatepetl volcano.
Then we will go to a brand new firefly sanctuary that has not been discovered by the masses yet. After a drive through unpaved roads, we reach the heart of the virgin forest. Reserva de Luciérnagas is truly one of Mexico’s best hidden treasures and a perfect way to get off the beaten path. During the months of June, July and August, 200 hundred hectares of the forest light up by thousands and thousands of fireflies.
Walking through the narrow paths through the woods at night, watching the thousands of fireflies is truly a top-notch experience that will simply leave you breathless. The reason this phenomena occurs is due to the fact that during the rain season, fireflies reproduce; females light up to attract males and mate. This will be an experience you will never forget

This ecotrip starts at 11.45 am from Mexico City, either Metro Chilpancingo or Metro Etiopia. And we will be back around 23.45 pm. Join us on this incredible experience!
Reservations and payment information on Whatsapp: https://wa.me/525513083732
The price is 1250 pesos and incluides transport, entrance to 3 nature reserves / firefly sanctuaries, guided walks / hikes by certified bilingual guide and the firefly experience with local guides. Small groups.
If you want to join us with your own transport, the price is only 550 pesos per person. We can drive in convoy from Mexico City and back.
See all dates available in our Blog, normally every weekend in June and July, untill mid August, either Saturday or Sunday. An alternative is to explore the firefly sanctuary in the State of Tlaxcala, also visiting the archeological site of Tecoaque with arquelogist and the town of Nanacamilpa. Also possible as private trip or as 2 day trip, staying in beautiful cabins or campsite.

 
 
 

Let´s have a great encounter with nature and explore the Firefly Sanctuary in the State of Tlaxcala. We will also visit the nearby archaeological site, museum and Hacienda of Tecoaque and include some pulque tasting :-).

Reserva de Luciérnagas in Tlaxcala is truly one of Mexico’s best hidden treasures and a perfect way to get off the beaten path while you’re in Mexico City. The reserve is located near the small state of Tlaxcala in the ourskirts of a tiny village called Nanacamilpa, about 120 kilometers from the center of the crowded capital. During the months of June, July and August, 200 hundred hectares of the Santa Clara Forest in the outskirts of a quint village light up by thousands and thousands of fireflies.

Walking through the narrow paths through the woods at night, watching the thousands of fireflies is truly a top-notch experience that will simply leave you breathless. The reason this phenomena occurs is due to the fact that during summer, fireflies reproduce; females light up to attract males and mate.

The price is 1450 Mexican Pesos and includes private transport for our small group, experienced driver, entrance to the Firefly Sanctuary and Archeaological Site and Museum; explanations in Spanish and English.

Please make the correspondent payment no later than 7 days before the trip. You can pay by making a transfer by Internet, by making a deposit of cash money in a Banamex bank or by paying with cash money in an Seven11 store. Please send a WhatsApp to [masked] (Lidia Herrera), to check availability and to receive the payment information.

Let´s explore more hidden jewels of México together !

Our blog about the Fire Flies: https://aztecexplorers.wordpress.com/2018/05/30/amazing-firefly-sanctuaries-at-the-foothills-of-the-vulcanoes-june-to-august/

 
 
 

Let´s explore the amazing Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary at the feet of the Popocatepetl Volcano.

The Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve is a World Heritage Site containing the over-wintering habitats of the population of the monarch butterfly. The reserve is located in the Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt pine-oak forests ecoregion in the State of Mexico, 100 km (62 milles), northwest of Mexico City. Millions of butterflies arrive in the sanctuary annually. Butterflies only inhabit a fraction of the 56,000 hectares of the reserve from October-March. The biosphere’s mission is not only to protect the butterfly species, but it's habitat as well.

Some practical information:

• To reach the heart of the colony of the butterflies, it´s a steep walk uphill of around 40 minutes, depending on the location of the colony (they move every night, in search of the ideal circumstances to survive). We will be at 3000 to 3500 meters / 9800 to 11450 feet, but we take it easy to get used to the hight.

• Please bring confortable shoes / walking shoes, warm clothes in multiple layers, sweet and salty snacks and water. To help the local comunity we wil buy breakfast and lunch with them.

During this trip we will explore the State of Mexico.

It is important to pay 7/10 days before the date tour, to make sure we can arrange the right transport for the right amount of people.

The price is 1250 Mexican Pesos and includes transport for the group, experienced driver, tour guide, entrance to the sanctuary, extra walk enjoying the forest and the history 1.5 hrs, local breakfast and local lunch and explanations in Spanish and English by certified guide.

You can make a transfer, a cash deposit at any Banamex bank or a cash payment at a 7 Eleven store.

Let´s explore more hidden jewels of México together !

For reservations, information of payment and more information please contact by whatsapp [masked] cdmx/ Lidia Herrera. Whatsapp: https://wa.me/525513083732

PICK UP OPTIONA TLALPAN, METRO ETIOPIA, METRO CHILPANCINGO, OR INDEPENDENCE ANGEL, check the avaibility of the pick up place.

Our travel blog on the Monarch Butterflies:
https://aztecexplorers.com/2020/05/24/exploring-the-monarch-butterfly-sanctuaries/

 
 
 

Let´s explore the amazing Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary at the feet of the Popocatepetl Volcano.

The Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve is a World Heritage Site containing the over-wintering habitats of the population of the monarch butterfly. The reserve is located in the Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt pine-oak forests ecoregion in the State of Mexico, 100 km (62 milles), northwest of Mexico City. Millions of butterflies arrive in the sanctuary annually. Butterflies only inhabit a fraction of the 56,000 hectares of the reserve from October-March. The biosphere’s mission is not only to protect the butterfly species, but it's habitat as well.

Some practical information:

• To reach the heart of the colony of the butterflies, it´s a steep walk uphill of around 40 minutes, depending on the location of the colony (they move every night, in search of the ideal circumstances to survive). We will be at 3000 to 3500 meters / 9800 to 11450 feet, but we take it easy to get used to the hight.

• Please bring confortable shoes / walking shoes, warm clothes in multiple layers, sweet and salty snacks and water. To help the local comunity we wil buy breakfast and lunch with them.

During this trip we will explore the State of Mexico.

It is important to pay 7/10 days before the date tour, to make sure we can arrange the right transport for the right amount of people.

The price is 1250 Mexican Pesos and includes transport for the group, experienced driver, tour guide, entrance to the sanctuary, extra walk enjoying the forest and the history 1.5 hrs, local breakfast and local lunch and explanations in Spanish and English by certified guide.

You can make a transfer, a cash deposit at any Banamex bank or a cash payment at a 7 Eleven store.

Let´s explore more hidden jewels of México together !

For reservations, information of payment and more information please contact by whatsapp [masked] cdmx/ Lidia Herrera. Whatsapp: https://wa.me/525513083732

PICK UP OPTIONA TLALPAN, METRO ETIOPIA, METRO CHILPANCINGO, OR INDEPENDENCE ANGEL, check the avaibility of the pick up place.

Our travel blog on the Monarch Butterflies:
https://aztecexplorers.com/2020/05/24/exploring-the-monarch-butterfly-sanctuaries/