Day Trip to Cantona
Day Trip to Cantona & Alchichica Lagoon
After picking you up at 9 am from your hotel in Cholula, we'll take you to the Cantona archaeological site. After approximately a two hour drive, we'll reach the first destination of our private day trip.
We'll enter what was once a great fortified city and tour its narrow streets, squares, buildings and dozens of ball game courts, trying to imagine what life was like as part of this pre-Columbian civilisation. Did you know that there were more than 300 obsidian workshops in Cantona? Historically, the local artisans made all kinds of products from this material and controlled the trade route of the central highlands.
At the end of our tour of Cantona ruins, we'll take you to Tepeyahualco at 1 pm, where you'll have free time to get some lunch. We'll then set off for one of the most important alkaline, or soda, lakes in Mexico.
In just half an hour, we'll reach the Alchichica Lagoon, a truly spectacular body of water with extraordinary natural structures, known as stromatolites, protruding from it. We'll hear all about its volcanic formation as well as discovering the many local legends surrounding the site.
Finally, we'll head back to Cholula, where you will arrive at your hotel at 5 pm.
More Information
Duration
8 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop off
Transport by car or minibus
English speaking guide
Not included
Lunch
Entry to Cantona Archaeological Site: 65 MXN (US$ 3.20) per person
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Only some areas are accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Unlimited Experiences
Corporate name: UNLIMITED EXPERIENCES
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
