Overview
Get to know the first city founded in Veracruz, La Antigua, where the house of the conqueror Hernán Cortés is located and where we will take a tour to see its interior. After visiting this site, we will visit the archaeological zone of Cempoala, a Totonac city 1 hour from Veracruz that you will undoubtedly love. Finally, we will visit Quiahuiztlan, a cemetery of the Totonac culture, unique in the State.
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What's included
Tickets
Certified Tourist Guide
Pick up at hotel
Round transportation from hotel
food or drinks
tips
Activities not mentioned
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Aquarium Square Entrance
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Quiahuiztlan Archaeological Zone
1 hour
We will give a guided tour lasting 1:30 hrs. Located on the slopes of a volcanic stone hill on the Gulf coast of the state of Veracruz. You will also be able to observe that there are remains of pyramids and a ball game from where you can see a splendid panoramic view of the beaches of Villa Rica in the Gulf of Mexico and the La Mancha lagoon.
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Zona Arqueologica de Cempoala
1 hour
We will travel to Cempoala, one of the most important archaeological sites in the state of Veracruz. The buildings of that site have an architectural beauty that is worth admiring, such as the Temple of the Sun or Great Pyramid, which resembles the temple of the sun in Tenochtitlán; and Las Caritas, whose name comes from the hundreds of stucco skulls that adorned a small structure at the base of the temple's stairs.
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2 hours
You will visit the town of La Antigua, the place where the first town hall of New Spain was established. Here you can visit the Casa del Cabildo and the Ermita del Rosario, built in 1523, the house of Hernán Cortés and the ceiba de las argollas where it is said that the Spanish moored their ships.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Mexico City).
Additional Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Full Day Tour to La Antigua, Cempoala and Quiahuiztlán
Can I cancel Full Day Tour to La Antigua, Cempoala and Quiahuiztlán for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 9 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
Aquarium Square Entrance Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Tickets
- Certified Tourist Guide
- Pick up at hotel
- Round transportation from hotel
What's not included?
- food or drinks
- tips
- Activities not mentioned
Which places does it visit?
It visits Quiahuiztlan Archaeological Zone, Zona Arqueologica de Cempoala.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in Spanish.
What fitness level is needed?
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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