Discover the architecture and fascinating histories of these colonial cities. Taste traditional coffee in Cordoba, known as the city of the 30 knights. Fall in love with the magical town of Orizaba which is surrounded by beautiful mountains.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Small group
- Limited to 15 participants
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 12 hours
- Starting time 8:00 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Spanish, English
- Pickup included
- Your hotel in Veracruz or Boca del Rio.
Experience
Highlights
- Enjoy a full-day trip to the mountainous country of Veracruz
- Discover colonial history and architecture in Cordoba
- See historic artworks at the Veracruz Art Museum
- Ride the cable car to the top of Cerro del Borrego
- Take in stunning views of the Orizaba Valley
Full description
Start the tour at the Coffee Museum and learn about the history of Mexican coffee. Then head to Cordoba, the renowned 'City of the 30 Knights'. See the main square where most of the buildings of architectural and historic value are located included the City Hall, La Parroquia, and the Zevallos Portal where the Treaty of Cordoba was signed.
Continue on to the historic center of Orizaba which was founded in the 16th-century. Visit the art museum and the Palacio de Hierro, a building structure that was brought from Belgium. Ride the cable car for a panoramic view of the city.
Includes
- Guided tour in Cordoba and Orizaba
- Admission fees
- Cable car ride
- 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
- Customers must bring their own headphones
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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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
- You must confirm your booking a day before the activity
- Hotel pickup is available from most centrally located Veracruz hotels
- You will receive confirmation of your exact tour departure time when you call to confirm your reservation
- Please eat breakfast before the activity
- Bring comfortable clothes and shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, cap, extra cash, snacks, and water
