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Tajín and Papantla Tour from Veracruz or Boca del Río by Highway

Veracruz, Mexicoby Turiticket.com - Tours y Experiencias

  • 12.5 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 20 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: Spanish

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Overview

Considered one of the most beautiful archaeological sites in the State, El Tajín is a place you should visit during your visit to Veracruz. This Totonac city houses the Pyramid of the Niches, a construction considered a World Heritage Site and that will amaze you with its beauty. Then you can observe the Dance of the Flyers of Papantla and visit the Museum of the area to appreciate the daily life of the Totonacas. Following the tour, we will visit Papantla, a magical town in Veracruz.

What's included

  • Tickets
  • Pick up at hotel
  • Round transportation from hotel
  • Tourist Guide
  • food or drinks
  • Activities not mentioned
  • tips

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Museo El Tajin

    30 min

    We will be arriving at the most important ceremonial center of the Totonac towns, the first activities in the area is the tour in the local museum where we will observe the general structure of what was formerly the city of thunder.

  2. 2

    El Tajin

    3 hours

    We will enter the most important ceremonial center of the Totonaca peoples, the archaeological zone of El Tajín, which combines history, knowledge and beauty in one place. We will admire the pre-colonial buildings in the middle of the jungle, which include a palace, a ceremonial temple and old ball game courts. Marvel at the incredible pyramid of Los Nichos, which is considered an agricultural, civic and solar calendar, due to its 7 levels and 365 niches

  3. 3

    Papantla

    1 hour

    We will continue the tour to Papantla, also known as Pueblo Mágico. Explore the historic center of Papantla and enjoy panoramic views of Papantla from the observation deck.

Meeting and pickup

Main stairs of Plaza Acuario

We will ask you to be in contact by WhatsApp for any information about pick-up point hours.

End point

Main stairs of Plaza Acuario

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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