HIGHLIGHTS:

Guided Tours of Janitzio and Tzintzuntzan, Guided tour of El Rosario Butterfly Sanctuary, Guided tour of Sierra Chincua Butterfly Sanctuary, Morelia city tour, Angahuan by horseback

Itinerary:

Day 1 Arrive Mexico City Arrive in Mexico City at any time.
Day 2 Uruapan Stroll through Parque National Eduardo Ruiz waterfall park and enjoy the tropical setting and crystal clear waters.
Day 3 Angahuan/Uruapan Learn about rural ways of life in Angahuan, a Purepechan community. Explore by horseback, hike around Paricutin Volcano or walk across the lava fields. Alternatively, visit the Waterfalls of Tzararacua, or maybe the ruins of Tingambato.
Day 4-5 Patzcuaro Spend the afternoon marvelling at the beautiful plazas and colonial buildings in this magical city. From wood carvings to pottery, the towns around Patzcuaro are known for creating exceptional hand-crafted products. We take a boat ride out to the famous island of Janitzio and also visit Tzintzuntzan, the capital of the ancient Tarascan kingdom.
Day 6-7 Morelia Take some time to explore one of the first Spanish cities in Nueva Espana. The historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy the atmosphere with a coffee in one of the many cafes round the Zocalo.
Day 8 El Rosario / Angangueo Pass by scenic countryside on the way to El Rosario, a magnificent Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary. Complete with visitor centre, walkways and forested trails, millions of butterflies congregate at this sanctuary every year.
Day 9 Sierra Chincua Depart Angangueo in the morning and travel to Sierra Chincua reserve where we visit another butterfly sanctuary. Enjoy great scenic hikes as we enter the sanctuary and are met by millions of colourful butterflies. Return to Mexico City in the evening.
Day 10 Depart Mexico City

Accommodation: Simple hotels (9 nts).
Group Size: Max 15, Avg 10
Local Payment: USD200
Meals Included: No meals included.
Transport: Public bus, van, horseback.
Trip Reference: CMMT