Location: Morelia
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Morelia (Spanish pronunciation: [moˈɾelja]; from 1545 to 1828 known as Valladolid) is a city and municipality in the north central part of the state of Michoacán in central Mexico. The city is in the Guayangareo Valley and is the capital and largest city of the state. The main pre-Hispanic cultures here were the Purépecha and the Matlatzinca, but no major cities were founded in the valley during this time. The Spanish took control of the area in the 1520s. The Spanish under Viceroy Antonio de Mendoza founded a settlement here in 1541 with the name of Valladolid, which became rival to the nearby city of Pátzcuaro for dominance in Michoacán. In 1580, this rivalry ended in Valladolid’s favor and it became the capital of the colonial province. After the Mexican War of Independence, the city was renamed Morelia in honor of José María Morelos, who hailed from the city. In 1991, the city was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its well-preserved colonial buildings and layout of the historic center.
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1. Monarch Butterfly Tour (Departing from Morelia)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
*IMPORTANT NOTICE* Due to COVID-19 pandemic, Pregnant woman, Children under 12 and Elders over 60 years old are not allowed at the reserve. The monarch butterfly tour will show you one of the most beautiful natural phenomenoms in the world. Our tour guides are certified and specialized in ecotourism and environmental interpretation, guaranteeing a high level of knowledge of the monarch butterfly migration.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Box lunch, All Fees and Taxes, Digital Photography Service - Downloadable 1-2 day after the tour., Certified Tour Guide
Exclusions: Soda/Pop, Souvenirs
Reviewed By Jerome1117
I contacted Ricardo ahead of our visit to Morelia. It was extremely easy to book a walking tour of the city that suited our needs. Ricardo picked us up at our hotel and drove us to the outskirts of the old center. From there, we walked through the city. Rodrigo built our experience around Morelia’s historical landmarks. He spent time providing us a very thorough historical background of Morelia. His expert knowledge of the conquest of Mexico by Spain and the Catholic Church helped put in perpective how Morelia has developed into the urban center it is today. Rodrigo also took us to a phenomenal artisans center. As we parted ways, he was kind enough to walk with us to a very nice restaurant he recommended for lunch. He also shared with us the names of a few places to shop on our own. It was a phenomenal tour! Morelia is a wonderful city. Rodrigo’s prices are extremely competitive. I can’t recommend Yei Tours enough!
2. Culinary Experience with locals
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Live a day full of Michoacan tradition as its legendary fishing and cuisine. Unique tour in Michoacan State.
Inclusions: Traditional Cuisine lunch meal, Bottled water and iced tea, Box Lunch, All Fees and Taxes, Traditional Fishing Activity
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Jerome1117
I contacted Ricardo ahead of our visit to Morelia. It was extremely easy to book a walking tour of the city that suited our needs. Ricardo picked us up at our hotel and drove us to the outskirts of the old center. From there, we walked through the city. Rodrigo built our experience around Morelia’s historical landmarks. He spent time providing us a very thorough historical background of Morelia. His expert knowledge of the conquest of Mexico by Spain and the Catholic Church helped put in perpective how Morelia has developed into the urban center it is today. Rodrigo also took us to a phenomenal artisans center. As we parted ways, he was kind enough to walk with us to a very nice restaurant he recommended for lunch. He also shared with us the names of a few places to shop on our own. It was a phenomenal tour! Morelia is a wonderful city. Rodrigo’s prices are extremely competitive. I can’t recommend Yei Tours enough!
3. Pátzcuaro Tour From Morelia
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Live a traditional tour in a unique way. History, traditions, handcrafts and regional food. Certified tour guide, all entrance fees, lunch box and traditional lunch meal. Choose your favorite place to visit between Janitzio and its amazing views of Lake Patzcuaro or the beauty of the artisan tradition in an artisan copper crafting workshop at Santa Clara del Cobre.
Inclusions: Box Lunch with a turkey ham sandwich (or peanut butter and jelly on request), cookies and boxed juice., Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes, Regional traditional lunch meal, Air-conditioned vehicle
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Reviewed By Jerome1117
I contacted Ricardo ahead of our visit to Morelia. It was extremely easy to book a walking tour of the city that suited our needs. Ricardo picked us up at our hotel and drove us to the outskirts of the old center. From there, we walked through the city. Rodrigo built our experience around Morelia’s historical landmarks. He spent time providing us a very thorough historical background of Morelia. His expert knowledge of the conquest of Mexico by Spain and the Catholic Church helped put in perpective how Morelia has developed into the urban center it is today. Rodrigo also took us to a phenomenal artisans center. As we parted ways, he was kind enough to walk with us to a very nice restaurant he recommended for lunch. He also shared with us the names of a few places to shop on our own. It was a phenomenal tour! Morelia is a wonderful city. Rodrigo’s prices are extremely competitive. I can’t recommend Yei Tours enough!
4. Mining "Pueblos Magicos" and blown glass crafted Christmas ornaments workshop
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Live the traditions, history and handcrafts. A visit to Pueblos Magicos of Michoacan and State of Mexico.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Lunch box, Ice cold water, All Fees and Taxes, Digital photography service - Available to download 24-48 labor hours after tour
Exclusions: Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages
Reviewed By Jerome1117
I contacted Ricardo ahead of our visit to Morelia. It was extremely easy to book a walking tour of the city that suited our needs. Ricardo picked us up at our hotel and drove us to the outskirts of the old center. From there, we walked through the city. Rodrigo built our experience around Morelia’s historical landmarks. He spent time providing us a very thorough historical background of Morelia. His expert knowledge of the conquest of Mexico by Spain and the Catholic Church helped put in perpective how Morelia has developed into the urban center it is today. Rodrigo also took us to a phenomenal artisans center. As we parted ways, he was kind enough to walk with us to a very nice restaurant he recommended for lunch. He also shared with us the names of a few places to shop on our own. It was a phenomenal tour! Morelia is a wonderful city. Rodrigo’s prices are extremely competitive. I can’t recommend Yei Tours enough!
5. Pelicano Borregón 2020. Salida desde Morelia, Michoacán.
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Su verdadero nombre es Pelícano Blanco Americano, es una de las aves más grandes de Norteamérica, con una extensión de las alas de 3 metros de punta a punta y un peso de 7.75 kilogramos en promedio. Cada año, de los meses de noviembre a marzo, el lago de Chapala recibe en sus aguas a miles de pelícanos de pico amarillo, conocidos como los pelícanos borregones, un ave muy social, que tiene una vida de grupo ejemplar y en perfecta armonía con el medio ambiente. A pesar de su peso y tamaño, tiene un vuelo gracioso y armónico, además, crean figuras en el cielo como si estuvieran dando un espectáculo de ballet. Llegan a finales de octubre y regresan al sur de Canadá y norte de Estados Unidos a principios de mayo. En Michoacán, se acercan a la isla de Petatán, en el municipio de Cojumatlán, en donde se les dan los restos de fileteado de mojarras y carpas
Inclusions: Desayunaremos en la localidad de La Barca, Jalisco el platillo típico de la región: birria tatemada, Paseo en lancha, Taller de papalotes, Comeremos en la comunidad de Cojumatlan. Nos ofrecerán un "Barquito" que es la degustación de platillos presentada en un barco de madera
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Reviewed By Terry B
Un viaje lleno de belleza, cultura, la naturaleza y diversión. Imeri Pambiri es un negocio pequeño que ofrece viajes a mi estilo. Son bien organizados con unos toques muy lindos. El dueño, Adan, te da buenas “tips” pero sus recorridos no son demasiado rígidos y uno puede disfrutar de lugares nuevos y sentir parte del grupo pero también hay oportunidades de explorar solo. La Huasteca Potosina fue super bonito con muchos lugares con agua (rios, pozas, cascadas, etc) para refrescarte. Fue un viaje muy activo pero con oportunidad de descansar entre destinos en un Mercedes Benz Sprinter. El viaje ofrece no solo la naturaleza pero también cultura como el museo Carrington con esculturas surrealistas increíbles de bronce y el parque de Edward James. Hicimos muchísimo en solo 2 dias y siempre voy a recordar la bajada al sótano para ver tantos pájaros volando de alli y los 500 escaleras por arriba! Mil gracias a Imeri Pambiri para un fin de semana inolvidable. A beautiful trip filled with nature, culture and fun. Imeri Pambiri is a small tour company that offers trips just the way I like it. They are very organized with a few special touches for their customers. Adan, the owner, provides a few good tips, but the trips are not too rigid and one can enjoy new sites and explore with the group, but there are opportunities to explore on ones own as well. The Huasteca Potosina was so beautiful and there was a lot of water (rivers, natural pools, waterfalls, etc) to cool off. It was a very active trip, but with opportunities to rest btetween destinations in a Mercedes Benz Sprinter. The trip not only offers communing with nature, but also cultural experiences such as the Carrington museum with her incredible, surrealistic bronze sculptures and the Edward James Park. We did so much in just 2 days and I will always remember the climb down to the deep cave to watch the birds flying out at dawn and the 500 steps back up! Many thanks to Imeri Pambiri for an unforgettable weekend.
6. Monarch Butterfly Private Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Enjoy watching an insect capable to fly 5 thousand kilometers away just to reach the winter home and survive, still going to the very same location from the last 10 thousand years ago. Join me in the experience! We will see millions of them up to the volcanic mountains at one of Mexico’s 35 UNESCO World Heritage Sites from 2008. Note: This tour works with 2 people minimum.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Lunch, All Fees and Taxes
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Reviewed By H2022HWjonathanv
Alfredo is a super friendly and knowledgeable guy. Rest assured he's an excellent choice to take you around Michoacán.
7. Paricutin Volcano Crater Private Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This tour is "Off the beaten trail" class. People in good body shape will climb on ash and volcanic rocks besides riding a horseback for 2-4 hours. In 1997, CNN released a "Seven Natural Wonders of the World" list, which includes the volcano in Mexico as an important geological phenomenon. Don't miss the experience of climbing to one of the #7NaturalWonders of the world!!!
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By H2022HWjonathanv
Alfredo is a super friendly and knowledgeable guy. Rest assured he's an excellent choice to take you around Michoacán.
8. Pueblos Magicos of Michoacan Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Live a traditional tour in a unique way. History, traditions, handcrafts and regional food. Certified tour guide, all entrance fees, lunch box and traditional lunch meal.
Inclusions: Box Lunch with a turkey ham sandwich (or peanut butter and jelly on request), cookies and boxed juice., Bottled water and iced tea, All Fees and Taxes, Regional traditional lunch meal, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions:
Reviewed By Jerome1117
I contacted Ricardo ahead of our visit to Morelia. It was extremely easy to book a walking tour of the city that suited our needs. Ricardo picked us up at our hotel and drove us to the outskirts of the old center. From there, we walked through the city. Rodrigo built our experience around Morelia’s historical landmarks. He spent time providing us a very thorough historical background of Morelia. His expert knowledge of the conquest of Mexico by Spain and the Catholic Church helped put in perpective how Morelia has developed into the urban center it is today. Rodrigo also took us to a phenomenal artisans center. As we parted ways, he was kind enough to walk with us to a very nice restaurant he recommended for lunch. He also shared with us the names of a few places to shop on our own. It was a phenomenal tour! Morelia is a wonderful city. Rodrigo’s prices are extremely competitive. I can’t recommend Yei Tours enough!
9. Paricutin Volcano Tour (Morelia)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Uruapan is the city named "avocado capital of the world" so, after you did the hike to the volcanic ruins, sit at the table to enjoy the lunchtime with the avocado menu! since you are coming to the best land for avocado in Mexico.
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By Luxury1Georgia
Alfredo is a phenomenal tour guide. We had a great private trip to the Monarch Butterfly Preserve. I can say - without hesitation - that you should hire Alfredo for this trip. Once in a lifetime experience with a fantastic tour guide to help you on the journey.
10. Monarch Butterfly Private Tour (Morelia)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Join me in the experience of watching an insect able to fly 5 thousand kilometers away just to reach the winter home and survive, still going to the very same location from the last 10 thousand years ago. We will see millions of them up to the volcanic mountains at one of Mexico’s 35 UNESCO World Heritage Sites from 2008.
Inclusions: Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By H2022HWjonathanv
Alfredo is a super friendly and knowledgeable guy. Rest assured he's an excellent choice to take you around Michoacán.
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