Xochimilco: a traditional boat tour, culture, and fun.
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Xochimilco: a traditional boat tour, culture, and fun.

4.8 (355 reviews)120 min
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When you arrive at the Las Flores Nativitas pier, wait under the purple arch (with the slogan "The taste of being Mexican"), the entrance to the car park. Your guide will meet you there and take you to the "trajinera," a traditional regional boat, previously decorated for you. When you get on the boat, you'll be greeted with a small souvenir to take home and drinks of your choice (take advantage of the unlimited drinks!). You'll also try typical Mexican sweets, some of them made by local artisans. You'll get to taste the most popular national drink while listening to how it's made: tequila. You'll hear the history of the Xochimilco Canals and their importance today, while you check out the greenhouses with local flowers, depending on the season. You'll join in our fun activities to immerse yourself in our culture, and by the end, you'll master our jargon like an expert. You'll take a short break on a chinampa (ancestral island) to eat (1 quesadilla of your choice included), and you can use the toilet. You'll try the sacred drink of the Mexica gods, pulque, and learn about its mystical history. You'll be a bartender and learn how to make your own Michelada, the favorite cocktail of Mexicans. Get your voice ready for the challenge game—you can challenge, or be challenged! Wrap up the tour with a mezcal tasting, a must-do when hanging out with Mexican friends. Heads up: During the tour, you can listen to the music of your choice on a speaker at no extra cost. If you want to hire live music, there will be an extra cost, which you'll need to cover. As it's a tourist area, you'll find food, drink, souvenir, and even clothing vendors on the canal. You'll need to pay for any extra services you buy outside the boat.

Highlights

  • Sail the canals of Xochimilco, a pre-Hispanic vestige in Mexico City.
  • Check out man-made floating islands dating back to the 14th century.
  • Taste the most important national drinks and learn about their history.
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What's Included

  • Your local guide
  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
  • Sweets
  • Lunch (1 quesadilla or sope per person)
  • Music on the speakers
  • Souvenir

Not Included

  • Tips
  • Extra services

Important Info

This tour includes food and drinks. If you have luggage, you can bring it on the boat

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What Travellers Say

Candice - France
Mar 2026

Diego était très sympathique. L’alcool était très bon et la nourriture était excellente. À noter qu’il y avait une option végétarienne sans viande.

Leslie - Canada
Mar 2026

Christopher was an excellent guide with good English which made for an enjoyable time. Christopher made it both interesting and fun. learned about the flora and fauna and the present farming and tourism culture. would recommend the trip as value for money and a unique experience.

Reviews sourced from GetYourGuide