Explore 2 magical towns with colonial-era charm, colorful houses, stone walkways, and unique traditions. Visit the fascinating Anthropology Museum in Xalapa or the Coffee Museum in Coatepec to taste new flavors.

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Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Reserve now & pay later: Keep your travel plans flexible—book your spot and pay nothing today.
Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
Duration 10 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: Spanish, English
Pickup included: Your hotel in Veracruz or Boca del Rio.
Small group: Limited to 15 participants

Highlights

Visit 2 of the most magical towns in Veracruz
See 16th-century architecture at Hacienda del Lencero
Discover 3000 years of culture at the Anthropology Museum
Admire the majestic beauty of the Texolo Waterfall
Relax with an incredible cup of coffee in Coatepec

Full description

Make the first stop at the El Lencero hacienda, an old farm and plantation house with 500 years of history and constantly changing owners, among them Antonio López de Santa Anna. Continue on to Xalapa, where you can choose to visit the 2nd largest anthropology museum in the country. Learn about the wealth of the 3 cultures that originate from the region including the Olmec, Totonac, and Huastec peoples. Or visit the Coffee Museum in Coatepec. Learn about the region's coffee history and take the opportunity to taste a natural coffee cup. Continue the tour through coffee plantations on the way to Downtown Coatepec, known for its exceptional coffee production. Continue to Downtown Xico, characterized as a colonial village with stone walkways and ancient houses. Finally, arrive at the Texolo Waterfall just outside Xico. See the water from 2 viewpoints.

Includes

Guided tour of Xalapa, Xico, and Coatepec
Admission fees
Roundtrip transportation to and from your Veracruz hotel

Food and drinks
Additional exhibitions
Gratuities

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned

Traveler requirements

You must bring your own headphones
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check

Important information

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Sunglasses
Sun hat
Sunscreen

Know before you go

At least 2 people are required for this activity to take place
Confirm your booking a day before the activity
Hotel pickup is available from most centrally located Veracruz hotels
Receive confirmation of your exact tour departure time when you call to confirm your reservation
Eat breakfast before the activity
Bring comfortable clothes and shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, cap, extra cash, snacks, and water
Due to COVID-19 restrictions this tour is currently not visiting the Anthropology Museum

Xalapa, Xico, & Coatepec: Coffee Circuit Day-Trip

Xalapa, Xico, & Coatepec: Coffee Circuit Day-Trip

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Tour and guide were great!!!