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Colonial Cities Of Mexico


For three centuries, from 1521 to Mexico`s independence in 1821, the Spanish ruled Mexico as the colony of New Spain. Spain`s enduring influence on Mexican architecture, education, culture, religion, and life is undeniable, and the colonial cities of Mexico are testament to Spain`s influence in Mexico. These cities are scattered across all 31 states and Mexico City, la Ciudad de México, previously the grand Aztec capital of Tenochtitlan.

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Mexican Regions Popular with Tourists

  • Charming Towns Near Mexico City

    The charming towns near Mexico City, such as Puebla, Cuernavaca, Taxco, Toluca, and Atlixco, all within three hours of Mexico`s capital by car, offer unique sights and lots of excitement for the traveler who wishes to explore interior Mexico.

  • Central Mexican Highlands

    Also called the Altiplano, the Highlands are divided into two zones, the Mesa del Norte and the Mesa del Centro, with the scenery being very diverse, ranging from deserts to forests to singular mountain peaks that rise high above the plateau.

  • Yucatán Peninsula

    The Yucatán Peninsula is one of Mexico`s largest tourist centers, and home of the Mayan civilization. Such cities and sights as Mérida, Ciudad del Carmen, Chichén Itzá, and the towns and cities of the Riviera Maya are located here.

  • Central Mexican Highlands

    Also called the Altiplano, the Highlands are divided into two zones, the Mesa del Norte and the Mesa del Centro, with the scenery being very diverse, ranging from deserts to forests to singular mountain peaks that rise high above the plateau.

  • Central Pacific Coast

    The central Pacific coast of Mexico stretches for over 1,000 miles from Sinaloa to Guerrero. The central Pacific coast towns and cities are ideal vacation spots for those who like history, culture, and of course the beach!

  • Baja California

    Baja California is a peninsula made up of mountains that stretch for the length of the peninsula, surrounded by coastal plains. It`s known for such tourist centers as Los Cabos, Todos Santos, and Loreto.

  • Mexico`s Islands

    When you think of the idyllic islands of Mexico, you might think of the islands like Isla Mujeres, Cozumel, and Isla Holbox, but these beautiful island getaways can be found nationwide.

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  • Ancient Ruins of Mexico

    The pre-Columbian era of Mexican history saw the rise and decline of a number of indigenous civilizations, such as the Aztec, the Maya, and the Zapotec. These civilizations built fully-functioning cities between 500 BCE and 1500 CE.

  • City and Beach Holidays in Riviera Maya

    The Riviera Maya is home to beautiful beaches and hundreds and hundreds of hotels and resorts scattered between such noteworthy tourist destinations as Cancún, Isla Mujeres, Cozumel, Playa del Carmen, and Tulum.

  • City and Beach Holidays in Mexico

    There are many beautiful and vibrant cities in the interior of Mexico and along the coast, and there are gorgeous beaches along the Gulf, the Caribbean, and the Pacific, so take your pick!

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  • Guanajuato - San Miguel de Allende - Los Cabos
    7 nights from $2,173*
  • Charming destinations, full of color, history and calm beach along Mexico in this holiday package!. Visit: Guanajuato (a colonial city in the mountains of central Mexico, was once a silver mining town, and although it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With its amazing places full of color and history, its warm atmosphere of peace and tranquility, and the beautiful people that lives there, its a fantastic place to visit); after that, San Miguel Allende (located in the far eastern part of Guanajuato, Mexico. It is known for its well-preserved Colonial and Spanish architecture, its cobblestone streets and creative cuisine. Visitors can explore most of the city on foot, wandering its quaint streets and shopping for handicrafts such as pottery, woven baskets, and embroidered clothing). Finally, is Los Cabos (located at the southern tip of Mexico's Baja California Peninsula, with 350 sunny days a year, Los Cabos is Mexico's ultimate seaside escape. It's endless summer at the tip of the Baja Peninsula, and surfers, golfers, divers, and hikers come here for year-round water sports and outdoor activities). These destinations are connected by private hotel/airport transfers and an intercity flight. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
    Included:
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Guanajuato
    • Transfer from Hotel in Guanajuato to Hotel in San Miguel de Allende via Dolores Hidalgo
    • Hotel for 2 nights in San Miguel de Allende
    • Transfer from Hotel in San Miguel de Allende to Guanajuato Airport
    • Flight from Guanajuato to Los Cabos
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Los Cabos


  • Guanajuato - Mexico City - Oaxaca by Air
    6 nights from $1,098*
  • What better combination for your vacation in Mexico than the tradition and history of these cities! . Visit: Guanajuato (a colonial city in the mountains of central Mexico, was once a silver mining town, and although it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With its amazing places full of color and history, its warm atmosphere of peace and tranquility, and the beautiful people that lives there, its a fantastic place to visit); after that, visit Mexico City (its historic center, better known as Zocalo, is declared World Heritage by UNESCO and is the heart of a living culture of Aztec capital city: The ancient Tenochtitlan. A stroll through the buzzing downtown area reveals the capital’s storied history, from pre-Hispanic and colonial-era splendor to its contemporary edge); and finally, Oaxaca (considered the gastronomic capital of Mexico; with the mole and its most famous export;-the Mezcal- the base of the worldwide tequila!. It is also the most ethnically and linguistically diverse state of Mexico and one of the most preserved and astonishing pre-Hispanic cities). Connect these destinations with intercity flights. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
    Included:
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Guanajuato
    • Flight from Guanajuato to Mexico City
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Mexico City
    • Flight from Mexico City to Oaxaca
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Oaxaca


  • Guanajuato - San Miguel de Allende - Tulum
    7 nights from $1,239*
  • A taste of these fascinating cities in Mexico is at your disposal with this holiday package. Start in Guanajuato (a colonial city in the mountains of central Mexico; was once a silver mining town, and although it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site), continue to San Miguel Allende (known for its well-preserved Colonial and Spanish architecture), and finally, Tulum (in the state of Quintana Roo, the area boasts spectacular Mayan ruins overlooking the warm waters of the Caribbean Sea). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
    Included:
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Guanajuato
    • Transfer from Hotel in Guanajuato to Hotel in San Miguel de Allende via Dolores Hidalgo
    • Hotel for 2 nights in San Miguel de Allende
    • Transfer from Hotel in San Miguel de Allende to Guanajuato Airport
    • Flight from Guanajuato to Cancun Airport
    • Transfer from Cancun Airport to Hotel in Tulum
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Tulum
    • Transfer from Hotel in Tulum to Cancun Airport
    • Please Note that transfers in San Miguel de Allende are not included.


  • San Miguel de Allende - Mexico City - Los Cabos
    7 nights from $1,451*
  • A wonderful combination of beautiful cities in Mexico. From Guanajuato Airport a transfer will take you to San Miguel Allende (located in the far eastern part of Guanajuato, Mexico. It is known for its well-preserved Colonial and Spanish architecture, its cobblestone streets and creative cuisine. Visitors can explore most of the city on foot, wandering its quaint streets and shopping for handicrafts such as pottery, woven baskets, and embroidered clothing). Get back to Guanajuato Airport to fly to the capital city, Mexico City (its historic center, better known as Zocalo, is declared World Heritage by UNESCO and is the heart of a living culture of Aztec capital city: The ancient Tenochtitlan. A stroll through the buzzing downtown area reveals the capital’s storied history, from pre-Hispanic and colonial-era splendor to its contemporary edge). Finally, catch a flight to Los Cabos (located at the southern tip of Mexico's Baja California Peninsula, with 350 sunny days a year, Los Cabos is Mexico's ultimate seaside escape. It's endless summer at the tip of the Baja Peninsula, and surfers, golfers, divers, and hikers come here for year-round water sports and outdoor activities). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
    Included:
    • Transfer from Guanajuato Airport to Hotel in San Miguel de Allende
    • Hotel for 2 nights in San Miguel de Allende
    • Transfer from Hotel in San Miguel de Allende to Guanajuato Airport
    • Flight from Guanajuato to Mexico City
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Mexico City
    • Flight from Mexico City to Los Cabos
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Los Cabos
    • Please Note that transfers in San Miguel de Allende are not included.


  • Guadalajara and Aguascalientes
    6 nights from $891*
  • Enjoy an unforgettable stay in Mexico discovering these two cities with a rich tradition in drinks, food and culture. Visit Guadalajara (famous for tequila and mariachi music, both born in Jalisco, the state of which, Guadalajara is the capital); and then, with a private transfer go and enjoy nice moments in Aguascalientes (known for the Spanish colonial buildings in its historic center, as well as its wide culinary tradition). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
    Included:
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Guadalajara
    • Transfer from Hotel in Guadalajara to Hotel in Aguascalientes
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Aguascalientes


  • Guadalajara - Mexico City - Morelia by Air
    6 nights from $1,034*
  • Discover and enjoy an unforgettable stay in Mexico, visiting: Guadalajara (famous for tequila and mariachi music, both born in Jalisco, the state of which, Guadalajara is the capital); Mexico City (Mexico's capital; full of history with many well-known and respected museum and places, like the Zocalo); and Morelia (the capital of the central Mexican state of Michoacán. Small city with well-preserved 17th- and 18th-century buildings built from the region’s characteristic pink stone). These destinations are connected by flights. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
    Included:
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Guadalajara
    • Flight from Guadalajara to Mexico City
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Mexico City
    • Flight from Mexico City to Morelia
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Morelia


  • Guadalajara and Guanajuato via Leon
    6 nights from $918*
  • A journey through the senses awaits you in this holiday package, visiting two of its most historic and traditional cities in Mexico. Combine Guadalajara (famous for tequila and mariachi music, both born in Jalisco, the state of which, Guadalajara is the capital), and Guanajuato (with its amazing places full of color and history, its warm atmosphere of peace and tranquility, and the beautiful people that lives there, make it a great place to visit); with a transfer via Leon. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
    Included:
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Guadalajara
    • Transfer from Hotel in Guadalajara to Hotel in Guanajuato via Leon
    • Hotel for 3 nights in San Guanajuato


  • Guanajuato - San Miguel de Allende - Mazatlan
    7 nights from $1,119*
  • An exciting adventure through Mexico! Discover Guanajuato (with its amazing places full of color and history, its warm atmosphere of peace and tranquility, and the beautiful people that lives there, it’s a fantastic place to visit); then, visit San Miguel de Allende (located in the far eastern part of Guanajuato, Mexico., It is known for its well-preserved Colonial and Spanish architecture); and finally, Mazatlan (city in the Mexican state of Sinaloa, well known for beautiful beaches and warm, sunny weather). Flights connect these destinations. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
    Included:
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Guanajuato
    • Transfer from Hotel in Guanajuato to Hotel in San Miguel de Allende via Dolores Hidalgo
    • Hotel for 2 nights in San Miguel de Allende
    • Transfer from Hotel in San Miguel de Allende to Guanajuato Airport
    • Flight from Guanajuato to Mazatlan
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Mazatlan
    • Please Note that transfers in San Miguel de Allende are not included.


  • Mexico City - San Cristobal de las Casas - Merida
    6 nights from $1,097*
  • Three cities steeped in history and tradition offer a perfect combination for your vacation package across Mexico. Start off this adventure in; Mexico City (with its historic center -the Zocalo- ; a living capital with a fantastic cuisine); then, pick up a transfer to San Cristobal de las Casas (surrounded by mountains and known for its well-preserved colonial architecture). Finally, catch a flight and visit Merida (with a rich heritage; Mayan ruins, architecture, layered with its exquisite gastronomic). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
    Included:
    • Hotel for for 2 nights in Mexico City
    • Flight from Mexico City to Chiapas
    • Transfer from Chiapas Airport to San Cristobal de las Casas
    • Hotel for 2 nights in San Cristobal de las Casas
    • Transfer from San Cristobal de las Casas to Chiapas Airport
    • Flight from Chiapas to Merida
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Merida


  • Guanajuato and Zacatecas by Air
    6 nights from $1,019*
  • An exciting adventure through Mexico at your disposal in this package. Start with a pleasant stay in Guanajuato (a city in central Mexico, known for its silver mining history and colonial architecture). After that, catch a flight to Zacatecas (historic city known for its silver mining past, and big producer of beverages, like rum, pulque and mescal). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
    Included:
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Guanajuato
    • Flight from Guanajuato to Zacatecas
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Zacatecas


  • Guadalajara to Queretaro via Guanajuato
    6 nights from $967*
  • Discover and enjoy an unforgettable stay in Mexico, visiting Guadalajara (famous for tequila and mariachi music, both born in Jalisco, the state of which, Guadalajara is the capital) and Queretaro (a multiethnic city, with its Spanish colonial architecture dated from the Franciscans' missionary work in North America). Connect these destinations with a transfer via Guanajuato. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
    Included:
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Guadalajara
    • Transfer from Hotel in Guadalajara to Hotel in Queretaro via Guanajuato
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Queretaro


  • Guanajuato and Queretaro by Air
    6 nights from $1,097*
  • Tour through Mexico with this vacation package! Start with a pleasant stay in Guanajuato (a city in central Mexico, known for its silver mining history and colonial architecture). After that, catch a flight to Queretaro (a multiethnic city, with its Spanish colonial architecture dated from the Franciscans' missionary work in North America). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
    Included:
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Guanajuato
    • Flight from Guanajuato to Queretaro
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Queretaro


  • Mexico City - San Luis Potosi - Puerto Vallarta by Air
    8 nights from $1,644*
  • Adventure awaits you with this customizable package offering an unforgettable experience in Mexico. Start in Mexico City (capital of Mexico, full of history with many well-known and respected museums), then, continue to San Luis Potosi (known for its Spanish Baroque-style cathedral, the state capitol, and several ornately decorated churches), and finally, Puerto Vallarta (capital of Mariachi music in Mexico, and one of the most popular beach destinations in the country). These destinations are connected by flights. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
    Included:
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Mexico City
    • Flight from Mexico City to Luis Potosi
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Luis Potosi
    • Flight from Luis Potosi to Puerto Vallarta
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Puerto Vallarta


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