TLACOTALPAN AND ALVARADO: VERACRUZ'S FOLKLORE AND MISCHEVIOUSNESS

Itinerary

Daily departs at 9am the journey time is 8 hours.

 

 

We start our tour in Alvarado, just 72 km away. South of the Port of Veracruz at the mouth of the Blanco and Papaloapan rivers, it owes its name in honor of the conqueror Pedro de Alvarado. It's a picturesque place, famous for the joy and mischief of its people, they are also distinguished by their rich gastronomy, festivals and traditions, and the Fair of the Crosses in the month of May.

 

We will visit the Rosario Church, the Plaza de Armas, the fishermen's wharf, to later arrive at Tlacotalpan-considered as a cultural heritage of the humanity by the UNESCO, and it's located 18 km from Alvarado, cradle of Veracruz's folklore, festivals and traditions. We will take a tour across its streets, contemplating the simple and colorful architecture of its houses with traditional furniture.

We will also visit the Ferrando Museum and the Museum of the famous composer Agustin Lara; the Church of the Virgen de la Candelaria, patron saint of this place, and the unique Nezahualcóyotl Theater. Then, we will enjoy the typical sweets and handicrafts of the place. 

 

Includes:

  • Visit to Tlacotalpan and Alvarado.
  • Conditioned transportation from your hotel in Veracruz and Boca del Rio
  • Bilingual guide throughout the tour

 

Not Included:

  • Food
  • Tips