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Mexico Monarch Butterfly Trail Adventure Tour

Central America

  • Mexico

For the nature lover who also appreciates cultural luminescence, this butterfly adventure captures the brightest colours of Mexico in just ten days. From the historic streets of Mexico City, you'll travel through stunning national parks, colonial towns and beautiful countryside as you follow the migration of the monarch butterfly. Wander through flutters of butterflies in the reserves of El Rosario and Sierra Chincua. Off the beaten path, this quirky adventure will give you a unique insight into the people and "mariposas" of Mexico.


Highlights

Watch thousands of monarch butterflies surround you, tread off the beaten path on horseback to small towns, set your sights on impressive architecture in Morelia's city centre, sample Mexico City's vibrant nightlife


What's Included

Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group. Janitzio and Tzintzuntzan tour. Morelia guided city tour. El Rosario Butterfly Reserve tour. Sierra Chincua Butterfly Reserve tour. El Capulin Butterfly Reserve tour. Free time in Uruapan. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.


Accommodation

Hotels (9 nts).


Meals Included

No meals included


Transport

Public bus, private vehicle, walking.


Group Leader Description

All G Adventures group trips are accompanied by one of our group leaders, a G Adventures representative, or an expedition team. The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting
we think it's the best of both worlds.


Emergency Fund

Please also make sure you have access to at least an additional USD $200 (or equivalent) as an 'emergency' fund, to be used when circumstances outside our control (ex. a natural disaster) require a change to our planned route. This is a rare occurrence!


Solo Travellers

We believe single travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi
share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and single travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.


Spending Money

Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip.


What to Take

We recommend using a backpack for your convenience, or a medium
sized suitcase if you prefer. A daypack is also essential for carrying everyday items. Space is limited on transportation, so there is a limit of one main piece of luggage per person. You will be responsible for carrying your own luggage.

Day 1 Mexico City

Arrive at any time.

There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.

Day 2 Mexico City

Arrive at any time.

There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.

Day 3 Uruapan

Arrive at any time.

There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.

Day 4 Pátzcuaro

Arrive at any time.

There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.

Day 5 Pátzcuaro

Arrive at any time.

There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.

Day 6 Morelia

Arrive at any time.

There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.

Day 7 Morelia/Mineral de Angangueo

Arrive at any time.

There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.

Day 8 Mineral de Angangueo

Arrive at any time.

There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.

Day 9 Mineral de Angangueo/Mexico City

Arrive at any time.

There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.

Day 10 Mexico City

Arrive at any time.

There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.

Details

Duration: 10 Days

Trip Style: Classic

Service Level: Standard

Physical Demands Rating: 4 - Demanding

Group Size Notes: Max: 15



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