Xalapa with the Magic Towns of Coatepec and Xico

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Xalapa with the Magic Towns of Coatepec and Xico

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US$128.51 per guest

Adult x2

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Earliest available date: July 22, 2026

Free cancellation (24 hours notice)

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Summary

Experience Details

What You’ll Experience

Where to Meet

Reviews

Location

Mexico City

Duration

11 hours

Number of Guests

2 - 12 guests

Accessibility

Stroller Accessible

Language

English, Spanish

Other

Family-friendly

Digital Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Explore the vibrant capital Xalapa and visit Coatepec and Xico, magical towns known for their stunning architecture, rich cuisine, and exquisite high altitude coffee.

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Get to know the state capital and enjoy the magical towns of Xico and Coatepec with delicious cuisine, charming architecture and the best high altitude coffee in Mexico.

What You Get

Entrance to the Coffee Museum

Bottled water

In-vehicle air conditioning

Air-conditioned vehicle

tips

Meal

Good To Know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What You’ll Experience

Museo El Lencero

It is located 106 km. From the port to the center of the state, we will visit the former hacienda de Lencero, which was the home of former president Antonio López de Santa Ana, where furniture of the time and personal objects of this character in the history of Mexico are exhibited. Place surrounded by beautiful gardens, a lake and coffee plantations. We will continue a panoramic tour of the capital to see the main points of interest such as the Government Palace, the Cathedral of Monsignor Guizar and Valencia, the University area, the Paseo de los Lagos, the Callejón del Diamante.

1 hourAdmission Ticket Included

Pueblo Magico Coatepec

currently named as the magical town of Mexico and nationally known for its high altitude coffee. For being at 1,250 meters above sea level. We will visit the orchid greenhouse, and exotic plants of the region, El café-Tal interactive museum to learn about the process and tasting, we will learn about the different types of coffee as well as entering the plantations considering the harvest season (Oct-Nov-Dec-Jan - and part of Feb.)

3 hoursAdmission Ticket Included

Meeting & Pickup

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Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.
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Reviews

5.0

based on 7 reviews

(Viator)

Outstanding Tour with Raphael

April 04, 2025

Raphael was an unbelievable driver/guide. He is a walking encyclopedia of Mexican history. And he is very flexible to your interests. We really enjoyed his tour.

(Viator)

Tour maravilloso!!!!

April 02, 2025

Guillermo excelente guía. Nos quedo una excelente experiencia. Super recomendado. La diferencia la hizo el guía de turistas, fue maravilloso. La comida riquísima. Gracias!!!

(TripAdvisor)

Arena Tours around Veracruz State

March 14, 2023

We had three tours with Arena tours with Guillermo Macias as our guide. Guillermo is a retired archeologist/anthropologist with a great knowledge of local history and customs. It was amazing to hav...read more

(TripAdvisor)

Lots of information and so much fun

January 26, 2023

So much information! This visit hit a little closer to home for me. My driver was super informative and kind and all the spots we went to were so beautiful.

(TripAdvisor)

Excelente paseo en familia

November 05, 2021

Excelentes para hacer el recorrido. Llegaron muy puntuales por nosotros al hotel y de ahi en adelante fue un viaje lleno de historia. El sr Guillermo Macias, arqueologo de profesion es un excelente...read more

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