From Veracruz: Xalapa & Coatepec Day Trip
ID: GYG890513-1398929
Category:
Country: Mexico
Duration:
11:30 hours
Description
Embark on a journey through pre-Hispanic history and the realm of coffee with our Xalapa & Coatepec Day Trip from Veracruz. Explore the key monuments of both cities.
At 8:30 am, you will be picked up from your hotel in Veracruz and driven north to visit the capital of the State of Veracruz, Xalapa.
First, you will visit the El Lencero Museum, a house with a rich history. It was once home to one of Hernán Cortés' soldiers and served as an inn for travelers. It also became the residence of Mexico's former president, Antonio López de Santa Anna. In the museum, you will see furniture, the former president's personal belongings, the gardens, and El Lencero's coffee plantations.
Afterwards, you will head to the center of Xalapa for some sightseeing in Veracruz's capital. You will visit the Government Palace, the Bishop Guízar and Valencia Cathedral, and the University campus. You will also visit the Xalapa Museum of Anthropology, one of Mexico's most noteworthy museums, where you can observe important artifacts from pre-Hispanic cultures such as the Olmec, Totonaca, and Huasteca.
Following this historical journey, you will move on to Coatepec, Mexico's 'magical town.' The term 'magic' is used to describe this place due to its renowned coffee. You will take a tour of the Interactive Coffee Museum, where you will uncover the secrets behind a cup of coffee, a drink of great importance in this region. You will also taste different types of coffee produced in Coatepec.
At 6:30 pm, you will start your return journey back to your hotel in Veracruz, with an expected arrival at 8 pm.
Departure from Boca del Río: If you prefer, you can also book this same day trip departing from Boca del Río.
Highlights
- Visit the historic El Lencero Museum and its coffee plantations.
- Explore Xalapa's Government Palace, Cathedral, and Anthropology Museum.
- Explore Coatepec's coffee secret and taste locally produced coffee.
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When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.