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Get a taste of Mexico's rich religious heritage on a tour of the Shrine of Guadalupe, the 2,500-year-old archaeological site of Teotihuacan, and the colonial Church of Santiago at Tlatelolco. Along the way, listen to engaging narratives from your experienced local guide, whose stories bring each site to life.

Your adventure starts as you visit the Plaza de las Tres Culturas, Tlatelolco's main square, and get an introduction to the three main periods of Mexico's history: pre-Columbian, Spanish colonial, and the modern independent mestizo nation. Stop at the Church of Santiago, built on top of Aztec ruins in 1522, and learn about the last stand of the Aztecs against conquistador Hernán Cortés.

Head to Mexico's largest shrine, the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, where it is believed that Mexico's patron saint, Our Lady of Guadalupe, appeared to Saint Juan Diego. Here, on the site that houses the tilma (cloak) of Saint Juan Diego, get a look at both the old and new basilicas. On your way to Teotihuacan, stop at an obsidian workshop, where you will learn about this ancient craftsmanship, while participating in a tequila tasting. Then, you can enjoy lunch options depending on your selection—buffet lunch (only on 7:30 & 8:20 tours), traditional Mexican lunch if the option lunch is selected, or traditional Mexican barbacoa for the 10:00 am option, as part of a cultural and gastronomic experience inspired by pre-Hispanic traditions.

Next, explore the 2,500-year-old settlement of Teotihuacan, the “birthplace of the gods.” Contemplate the site's mysterious origins as you stroll along the 2.5-mile (4-km) Avenue of the Dead, climb the 243 steps of the Pyramid of the Sun, and see jade and obsidian artefacts at the Pyramid of the Moon. Notice the bird motifs on the pillars at the Palace of Quetzalpapalotl and admire carvings of a snake-like deity on the Temple of the Feathered Serpent.

Enjoy a journey full of history, culture, and unforgettable experiences!