Tour of Magical Towns of Querétaro, starting from Querétaro

On this tour you will be able to learn about the history, customs, legends, myths, and most important celebrations of these 3 Magical Towns, of the 7 that the state of Querétaro has. You will learn more about why they were named Magical Towns, some important stories and legends from different important eras in Mexico. During this tour you will always be accompanied by a tour guide assigned to your tour to receive this information. In the same way you will be informed about where you can get and buy your souvenirs and eat delicious, good and cheap food.

1. 1

   Queretaro City

   45 min

   We will travel from the city of Querétaro to the first point. Make yourself comfortable and pay attention to the itinerary instructions that your guide will give you.

2. 2

   Bernal

   1 hour

   Bernal has been recognized as a Magical Town and is a true haven of tranquility, ideal for resting, getting away from the hustle and bustle and recharging your energy. The town of Bernal is a small place, but you can take advantage of it by walking around it. You will find shops selling crafts, wool and blanket products and typical sweets. From every corner you can see the majestic Peña de Bernal, which is said to be full of energy.

3. 3

   La Pena de Bernal

   Pass by

   1. It is the third largest monolith in the world, surpassed only by the Rock of Gibraltar in the Iberian Peninsula and Sugar Loaf in Rio de Janeiro. 2. It reaches more than 350 meters in height. 3. It is said to have been a volcano from the Cenozoic era whose magma stagnated, solidifying millions of years ago. 4. Many people consider it a source of energy, which is why it is visited on March 21. 5. The inhabitants of Bernal have an average life span of 94.7 years. 6. There are around 30 caves on the site that, according to researchers, were used by the Chichimecas as a refuge. 7. There are cave paintings on it that are more than 1,300 years old, attributed to the Chichimecas. 8. It is estimated to have an altitude of 2,510 meters above sea level. 9. It is considered one of the 13 natural wonders of Mexico.

4. 4

   Cadereyta de Montes

   1 hour

   Visiting this Magical Town is a unique experience as it is the entrance to the Sierra Gorda of Queretaro; it is a municipality with great geographic diversity: it has a semi-desert climate in the south and forests in the north. In 2011 it was named a Magical Town thanks to its history and its magic inherited from the native peoples of the region, as well as for its diverse tourist attractions.

5. 5

   Jardin Botanico Regional de Cadereyta

   1 hour

   One of the 20 most important botanical gardens in Mexico, it was founded on April 25, 1991. The Garden houses 5 botanical collections: the Semi-desert, Cacti of Querétaro, Vegetation of the Valley of Querétaro, The Mammillaria genus in Mexico and Agaves of Querétaro. This place, recognized for the number of endangered species it artificially reproduces, reminds us, as a family, of the need to take care of our environment. There is also a wilderness area and a pair of viewing points at the base of a volcanic rock cliff of about 50 m in height which frames the area of ​​the scientific collection.

6. 6

   Tequisquiapan

   1 hour

   These are the places you can't miss during your next getaway to the Magical Town of Tequisquiapan. It is the land of wine and cheese. Its mild climate invites you to walk through its craft markets. We will visit the Parish of Santa María de la Asunción.

7. 7

   Plaza Miguel Hidalgo

   Pass by

   Here you can see the church as an icon of the town, since it had four stages of construction and the interior is very simple unlike others.

8. 8

   Queretaro City

   45 min

   After finishing this experience, it is time to return to the starting point in the city of Querétaro. Relax as you reach the end of this tour. Ask yourself: What did you like the most? How much did you learn?

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• IMPORTANT: THE TRIP IS WITH A MINIMUM OF TWO PEOPLE. IF THE MINIMUM NUMBER OF PEOPLE IS NOT MET, THE TRIP WILL BE CANCELLED AND YOUR PAYMENT WILL BE REFUNDED.
• Consider that you will be exposed to sunlight, so you should take care of your skin with sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.