Mexico Monarch Butterfly Trail

From$1249USD
10 days,Mexico City to Mexico City
Trip Code: CMMT

Watching thousands of monarch butterflies surround you, treading off the beaten track on horseback to small towns, gawking at impressive architecture in Morelia's city centre, sampling Mexico City's vibrant nightlife.

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For the nature lover who also appreciates cultural luminescence, this limited-edition butterfly adventure captures the brightest colours of Mexico in just ten days. From the historic streets of Mexico City, you'll travel through stunning national parks, colonial towns and beautiful countryside as you follow the migration of the monarch butterfly. Wander through flutters of butterflies in the reserves of El Rosario and Sierra Chincua. Off the beaten path, this quirky adventure will give you a unique insight into the people and 'mariposas' of Mexico.

What's Included

  • Guided Tours of Janitzio and Tzintzuntzan, Guided tour of El Rosario Butterfly Sanctuary, Guided tour of Sierra Chincua Butterfly Sanctuary, Morelia city tour, Angahuan by horseback.
  • (Allow USD240-320 for meals not included.)
  • Hotels (9 nts).
  • Public bus, van, horseback.
  • Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
  • Small group experience; Max 15, avg 10
Map of the route for Mexico Monarch Butterfly Trail Click to enlarge
Places Visited
  • Mexico
Day 1 Mexico City

Arrive at any time.

Day 2-3 Angahuan/Uruapan

Horseback ride in Uruapan and visit to rural Angahuan. Option to visit the beautiful waterfall of Eduardo Ruiz National Park.

Day 4-5 Pátzcuaro

Tour to famous island of Janitzio and nearby Tzintzuntzan, capital of the ancient Tarascan kingdom.

Day 6-7 Morelia

Guided city tour. Option to explore the many museums or just wander through town admiring the beautiful architecture.

Day 8 El Rosario/Angangueo

Guided tour of El Rosario Butterfly Reserve.

Day 9 Sierra Chincua/Mexico City

Guided tour of Sierra Chincua Butterfly Reserve. Transfer back to the capital in the evening.

Day 10 Mexico City

Depart at any time.

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