Cultural Urban Adventure with Estigo Tours in Puebla & Cholula
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Average fitness required for walking and standing
Overview
Discover the layered history and vivid culture of Puebla and Cholula on a private tour from Mexico City. Unique sights, authentic cuisine, and personalized stories await at these historic Mexican towns.
Puebla & Cholula - Private Tour from Mexico City (MX)
Starting at $349 for up to 3 People
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About This Adventure
Rates
Group of 1 to 3 People: - $349 Group of 5 to 6 People: - $449 Group of 7 to 10 People: - $549
Duration
11 Hours
About
From Mexico City your journeys first stop is the town of Cholula, which is known for having the largest pyramid in Latin America — yes, bigger than Giza and Chichen Itza, but with significantly fewer people. Much of the Pirámide Tepanapa is obscured beneath a hill, with the vivid yellow Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de Los Remedios (Church of Our Lady of Remedies), a popular pilgrimage site for people seeking cures for diseases or chronic ailments, at its peak. The church is beautiful, but you’ll want to make sure you turn your camera outward for panoramic shots of the countryside.
Leaving the town of Cholula you will take a short 20-minute ride to the town of Tonantzinto visit Santa Maria Tonantzintla church. The church dates from the 16th century and is of a modest size. The internal profuse decoration was added in the 18th century and is absolutely stunning: many people say it surpasses in extravagance to rival anything in Mexico. Every available inch of the apse, of the vault and of the dome is covered with embossed moldings representing greenery, flowers, and fruits: it is a thick bush which completely conceals the underlying surface, and from which innumerable faces peep out.
Beautiful Puebla is the fourth-largest city in Mexico just a few miles Cholula,
Start at the central Church of Santo Domingo, which is most notable for its over-the-top Baroque-style Capilla del Rosario, which drips with so much gold you’ll wonder how it doesn’t come crashing down to the floor. Then stop into the Templo de San Francisco, a bright-yellow structure that pays homage to local hero Blessed Sebastian of Aparicio (who happens to be a step away from sainthood), and Puebla Cathedral, with its stunning black limestone front and stunning gold organ, which is the second-tallest church in the country.
What to Bring
Comfortable walking shoes; sunscreen; mexican pesos for souvenirs, snacks and gratuities.
Adventure Tips
Wear comfortable shoes
Streets and archaeological sites involve walking over uneven surfaces and stairs.
Bring a hat and water
Protect yourself from the sun while wandering through open plazas and archaeological sites.
Carry a camera
Capture the colorful architecture and sweeping views from the pyramid.
Learn some Spanish phrases
Basic greetings and questions will enhance interactions with locals.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Birds such as swallows and hummingbirds
- Small reptiles in archaeological sites
History
Puebla was founded in 1531 as a strategic trading hub, while Cholula's pyramid predates Aztec civilization, reflecting its ancient roots.
Conservation
Efforts help preserve Cholula’s archaeological sites and promote sustainable tourism to protect its cultural heritage.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for exploring historic streets and archaeological sites.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Protect yourself from the sun during outdoor activities.
Light backpack
Carry essentials like water, camera, and personal items.
Binoculars
Optional for viewing distant architecture or landscapes.