Duration : 4-5 hours
Value: 120 USD per person
Natural Xochimilco
What to expect
Located in the south of the city, Xochimilco is a must for people interested in nature and the historical importance of water canals for the pre Hispanic civilization. The name Xochimilco is a combination of the Nahuatl words xochitl and milli and means “where the flowers grow.” It is famous for its chinampas (floating gardens), and trajineras (flat bottomed boats) and has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Highlights
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Get around with a passionate and knowledgable guide
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Experience how Mexico City functioned centuries ago
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Learn about sustainable agriculture
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Enjoy mexican traditional delicacies
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Scenic cruise on a trajinera ( flat bottomed boats)
Itinerary
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Stop to get antojitos and beer or water depending on your election
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Ride on trajinera (flat bottomed boat)
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Stop to see chinampas
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Entrance to see the "ajolotario"
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Local flower and garden market
We include
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Experienced Local Expert
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Entrance fees
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Water or beer
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Mexican Antojitos
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Transportation ( We can pick you up and drop you off at your hotel in Mexico City)
You will need
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Comfortable shoes
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Sunscreen
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Sunglasses
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Small denomination bills for souvenirs
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Umbrella or raincoat during rainy season (Aug-Sept)