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Mexico

Mexico’s Origins: Silver, Culture and Revolution

Program No. 3290RJ
Gain a deeper understanding of Mexico as you visit historic sites, cultural centers and archaeological treasures while enjoying expert-led lectures on this fascinating country.
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Length
12 days
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12 days
11 nights
27 meals
11B 8L 8D
1
Arrive, Check-in, Welcome Dinner
Guanajuato, Gto.
2
Orientation, History of Guanajuato & Mexico, City Field Trip
Guanajuato, Gto.
3
Mexican History, Alhondiga de Granaditas
Guanajuato, Gto.
4
Valenciana Town, Downtown S Miguel Allende
San Miguel de Allende, Gto.
5
Mexican History, Atotonilco, Dolores Hidalgo, Fabrica Aurora
San Miguel de Allende, Gto.
6
Free Time
San Miguel de Allende, Gto.
7
To Queretaro City, Museums, Churches, Historical Landmarks
Queretaro, Qro
8
Tequisquiapan, Qro. Bernal, Free Time
Queretaro, Qro
9
To Mexico City, Museo Nacional del Virreynato
Mexico City, D.F.
10
Teotihuacan Archaeological Site, Basilica de Guadalupe
Mexico City, D.F.
11
Ballet Folklorico, Anthropology Museum
Mexico City, D.F.
12
Program Concludes
Mexico City, D.F.
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At a Glance

From revolutions to religion, art to silver mining, unearth Mexico’s storied past in the cities of San Miguel de Allende, Quéretaro and Guanajuato, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The spirit of this complex yet fascinating country is brought to life through expert discussions on the indigenous groups, the arrival of the Spanish conquistadors and the Mexican Revolution.
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Walking on cobblestone streets, narrow sidewalks and stairs. Elevation up to 7,000 feet.
Small Group
Small Group
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.

What You'll Learn

  • Learn about the “Cradle of Independence.”
  • Visit the site where Emperor Maximillian was executed.
  • Explore the National Museum of Anthropology.

General Notes

Program locations not equipped for wheelchair mobility.
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María Teresa Peniche
Maria Teresa Peniche, who prefers to be known simply as “Teri,” is a highly regarded addition to Geronimo’s Road Scholar staff. Teri pursued a career in higher education, preparing school curriculums designed as well as teaching English in secondary education. After retiring, Teri’s vast knowledge of Mexico’s history and culture paved the way towards her becoming a Group Leader. Blessed with a caring disposition and a great desire to share her love of her country, Teri’s capacity for sharing her considerable knowledge is unrivaled.

Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.

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María Teresa Peniche View biography
Maria Teresa Peniche, who prefers to be known simply as “Teri,” is a highly regarded addition to Geronimo’s Road Scholar staff. Teri pursued a career in higher education, preparing school curriculums designed as well as teaching English in secondary education. After retiring, Teri’s vast knowledge of Mexico’s history and culture paved the way towards her becoming a Group Leader. Blessed with a caring disposition and a great desire to share her love of her country, Teri’s capacity for sharing her considerable knowledge is unrivaled.
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Arturo Vertiz knew from an early age that he wanted to work in the travel industry, focusing on learning English and French in school. Graduating with a degree in tourism and business administration, he worked in the hotel industry before founding his own travel agency. Arturo’s greatest honor was being chosen to manage the housing complex for athletes participating in the 2011 Pan American Games in Guadalajara. As a Group Leader and a Mexican national, Arturo loves interacting with visitors in search of learning experiences.
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MEALS
27 Meals
11 Breakfasts
8 Lunches
8 Dinners
The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Vegetarian
LODGING
Lodgings may differ by date. Select a date to see the lodgings specific to that date.
Showing Lodging For:
Nov 14, 2024 - Nov 25, 2024
  • Nov 14, 2024 - Nov 25, 2024
  • Oct 03, 2024 - Oct 14, 2024 (Guanajuato, Gto. to Mexico City, D.F.)
  • Nov 14, 2024 - Nov 25, 2024 (Guanajuato, Gto. to Mexico City, D.F.)
  • Jan 23, 2025 - Feb 03, 2025 (Guanajuato, Gto. to Mexico City, D.F.)
  • Feb 13, 2025 - Feb 24, 2025 (Guanajuato, Gto. to Mexico City, D.F.)
  • Mar 06, 2025 - Mar 17, 2025 (Guanajuato, Gto. to Mexico City, D.F.)
  • Apr 03, 2025 - Apr 14, 2025 (Guanajuato, Gto. to Mexico City, D.F.)
  • Oct 02, 2025 - Oct 13, 2025 (Guanajuato, Gto. to Mexico City, D.F.)
  • Nov 13, 2025 - Nov 24, 2025 (Guanajuato, Gto. to Mexico City, D.F.)
Hotel Ex-Hacienda San Xavier
Visit Site
3 nights
Location: Guanajuato, Gto.
The Hotel is located in one of the most beautiful Ex Haciendas of Guanajuato known as the Ex Hacienda Metal Benefit of St. Francis Xavier in the Colonia San Javier just a 20 minute walk from downtown, where you will find the main attractions of the city such as: the Alhóndiga de Granadita, Teatro Juarez, Jardin Union, Basilica of Our Lady of Guanajuato, Plaza Baratillo, Alley of the Kiss, the renowned University of Guanajuato and many others.
Posada de La Aldea
Visit Site
3 nights
Location: San Miguel de Allende
Hotel Posada de la Aldea is located in the picturesque and historic city of San Miguel de Allende.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel Mirabel
Visit Site
2 nights
Location: Queretaro
The Mirabel Hotel is located downtown at Santiago de Queretaro, city declared by the UNESCO as Cultural heritage of Mankind. Among the city outstands different tourist, cultural and recreational attractions such as its handicrafts made of ceramics, textiles, fine jewelry, and among others.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel NH Mexico City Centro Histórico
Visit Site
3 nights
Location: Mexico City
This hotel is located in the heart of Mexico City's historic center, footsteps from the city museum, the Templo Mayor archaeological site and the main square with its Gothic cathedral. An ideal location to explore Mexico City's historic center.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel Ex-Hacienda San Xavier
Visit Site
3 nights
Location: Guanajuato, Gto.
The Hotel is located in one of the most beautiful Ex Haciendas of Guanajuato known as the Ex Hacienda Metal Benefit of St. Francis Xavier in the Colonia San Javier just a 20 minute walk from downtown, where you will find the main attractions of the city such as: the Alhóndiga de Granadita, Teatro Juarez, Jardin Union, Basilica of Our Lady of Guanajuato, Plaza Baratillo, Alley of the Kiss, the renowned University of Guanajuato and many others.
Posada de La Aldea
Visit Site
3 nights
Location: San Miguel de Allende
Hotel Posada de la Aldea is located in the picturesque and historic city of San Miguel de Allende.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel Mirabel
Visit Site
2 nights
Location: Queretaro
The Mirabel Hotel is located downtown at Santiago de Queretaro, city declared by the UNESCO as Cultural heritage of Mankind. Among the city outstands different tourist, cultural and recreational attractions such as its handicrafts made of ceramics, textiles, fine jewelry, and among others.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel NH Mexico City Centro Histórico
Visit Site
3 nights
Location: Mexico City
This hotel is located in the heart of Mexico City's historic center, footsteps from the city museum, the Templo Mayor archaeological site and the main square with its Gothic cathedral. An ideal location to explore Mexico City's historic center.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel Ex-Hacienda San Xavier
Visit Site
3 nights
Location: Guanajuato, Gto.
The Hotel is located in one of the most beautiful Ex Haciendas of Guanajuato known as the Ex Hacienda Metal Benefit of St. Francis Xavier in the Colonia San Javier just a 20 minute walk from downtown, where you will find the main attractions of the city such as: the Alhóndiga de Granadita, Teatro Juarez, Jardin Union, Basilica of Our Lady of Guanajuato, Plaza Baratillo, Alley of the Kiss, the renowned University of Guanajuato and many others.
Posada de La Aldea
Visit Site
3 nights
Location: San Miguel de Allende
Hotel Posada de la Aldea is located in the picturesque and historic city of San Miguel de Allende.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel Mirabel
Visit Site
2 nights
Location: Queretaro
The Mirabel Hotel is located downtown at Santiago de Queretaro, city declared by the UNESCO as Cultural heritage of Mankind. Among the city outstands different tourist, cultural and recreational attractions such as its handicrafts made of ceramics, textiles, fine jewelry, and among others.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel NH Mexico City Centro Histórico
Visit Site
3 nights
Location: Mexico City
This hotel is located in the heart of Mexico City's historic center, footsteps from the city museum, the Templo Mayor archaeological site and the main square with its Gothic cathedral. An ideal location to explore Mexico City's historic center.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel Ex-Hacienda San Xavier
Visit Site
3 nights
Location: Guanajuato, Gto.
The Hotel is located in one of the most beautiful Ex Haciendas of Guanajuato known as the Ex Hacienda Metal Benefit of St. Francis Xavier in the Colonia San Javier just a 20 minute walk from downtown, where you will find the main attractions of the city such as: the Alhóndiga de Granadita, Teatro Juarez, Jardin Union, Basilica of Our Lady of Guanajuato, Plaza Baratillo, Alley of the Kiss, the renowned University of Guanajuato and many others.
Posada de La Aldea
Visit Site
3 nights
Location: San Miguel de Allende
Hotel Posada de la Aldea is located in the picturesque and historic city of San Miguel de Allende.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel Mirabel
Visit Site
2 nights
Location: Queretaro
The Mirabel Hotel is located downtown at Santiago de Queretaro, city declared by the UNESCO as Cultural heritage of Mankind. Among the city outstands different tourist, cultural and recreational attractions such as its handicrafts made of ceramics, textiles, fine jewelry, and among others.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel NH Mexico City Centro Histórico
Visit Site
3 nights
Location: Mexico City
This hotel is located in the heart of Mexico City's historic center, footsteps from the city museum, the Templo Mayor archaeological site and the main square with its Gothic cathedral. An ideal location to explore Mexico City's historic center.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel Ex-Hacienda San Xavier
Visit Site
3 nights
Location: Guanajuato, Gto.
The Hotel is located in one of the most beautiful Ex Haciendas of Guanajuato known as the Ex Hacienda Metal Benefit of St. Francis Xavier in the Colonia San Javier just a 20 minute walk from downtown, where you will find the main attractions of the city such as: the Alhóndiga de Granadita, Teatro Juarez, Jardin Union, Basilica of Our Lady of Guanajuato, Plaza Baratillo, Alley of the Kiss, the renowned University of Guanajuato and many others.
Posada de La Aldea
Visit Site
3 nights
Location: San Miguel de Allende
Hotel Posada de la Aldea is located in the picturesque and historic city of San Miguel de Allende.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel Mirabel
Visit Site
2 nights
Location: Queretaro
The Mirabel Hotel is located downtown at Santiago de Queretaro, city declared by the UNESCO as Cultural heritage of Mankind. Among the city outstands different tourist, cultural and recreational attractions such as its handicrafts made of ceramics, textiles, fine jewelry, and among others.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel NH Mexico City Centro Histórico
Visit Site
3 nights
Location: Mexico City
This hotel is located in the heart of Mexico City's historic center, footsteps from the city museum, the Templo Mayor archaeological site and the main square with its Gothic cathedral. An ideal location to explore Mexico City's historic center.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel Ex-Hacienda San Xavier
Visit Site
3 nights
Location: Guanajuato, Gto.
The Hotel is located in one of the most beautiful Ex Haciendas of Guanajuato known as the Ex Hacienda Metal Benefit of St. Francis Xavier in the Colonia San Javier just a 20 minute walk from downtown, where you will find the main attractions of the city such as: the Alhóndiga de Granadita, Teatro Juarez, Jardin Union, Basilica of Our Lady of Guanajuato, Plaza Baratillo, Alley of the Kiss, the renowned University of Guanajuato and many others.
Posada de La Aldea
Visit Site
3 nights
Location: San Miguel de Allende
Hotel Posada de la Aldea is located in the picturesque and historic city of San Miguel de Allende.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel Mirabel
Visit Site
2 nights
Location: Queretaro
The Mirabel Hotel is located downtown at Santiago de Queretaro, city declared by the UNESCO as Cultural heritage of Mankind. Among the city outstands different tourist, cultural and recreational attractions such as its handicrafts made of ceramics, textiles, fine jewelry, and among others.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel NH Mexico City Centro Histórico
Visit Site
3 nights
Location: Mexico City
This hotel is located in the heart of Mexico City's historic center, footsteps from the city museum, the Templo Mayor archaeological site and the main square with its Gothic cathedral. An ideal location to explore Mexico City's historic center.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel Ex-Hacienda San Xavier
Visit Site
3 nights
Location: Guanajuato, Gto.
The Hotel is located in one of the most beautiful Ex Haciendas of Guanajuato known as the Ex Hacienda Metal Benefit of St. Francis Xavier in the Colonia San Javier just a 20 minute walk from downtown, where you will find the main attractions of the city such as: the Alhóndiga de Granadita, Teatro Juarez, Jardin Union, Basilica of Our Lady of Guanajuato, Plaza Baratillo, Alley of the Kiss, the renowned University of Guanajuato and many others.
Posada de La Aldea
Visit Site
3 nights
Location: San Miguel de Allende
Hotel Posada de la Aldea is located in the picturesque and historic city of San Miguel de Allende.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel Mirabel
Visit Site
2 nights
Location: Queretaro
The Mirabel Hotel is located downtown at Santiago de Queretaro, city declared by the UNESCO as Cultural heritage of Mankind. Among the city outstands different tourist, cultural and recreational attractions such as its handicrafts made of ceramics, textiles, fine jewelry, and among others.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel NH Mexico City Centro Histórico
Visit Site
3 nights
Location: Mexico City
This hotel is located in the heart of Mexico City's historic center, footsteps from the city museum, the Templo Mayor archaeological site and the main square with its Gothic cathedral. An ideal location to explore Mexico City's historic center.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel Ex-Hacienda San Xavier
Visit Site
3 nights
Location: Guanajuato, Gto.
The Hotel is located in one of the most beautiful Ex Haciendas of Guanajuato known as the Ex Hacienda Metal Benefit of St. Francis Xavier in the Colonia San Javier just a 20 minute walk from downtown, where you will find the main attractions of the city such as: the Alhóndiga de Granadita, Teatro Juarez, Jardin Union, Basilica of Our Lady of Guanajuato, Plaza Baratillo, Alley of the Kiss, the renowned University of Guanajuato and many others.
Posada de La Aldea
Visit Site
3 nights
Location: San Miguel de Allende
Hotel Posada de la Aldea is located in the picturesque and historic city of San Miguel de Allende.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel Mirabel
Visit Site
2 nights
Location: Queretaro
The Mirabel Hotel is located downtown at Santiago de Queretaro, city declared by the UNESCO as Cultural heritage of Mankind. Among the city outstands different tourist, cultural and recreational attractions such as its handicrafts made of ceramics, textiles, fine jewelry, and among others.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel NH Mexico City Centro Histórico
Visit Site
3 nights
Location: Mexico City
This hotel is located in the heart of Mexico City's historic center, footsteps from the city museum, the Templo Mayor archaeological site and the main square with its Gothic cathedral. An ideal location to explore Mexico City's historic center.
TripAdvisor Reviews





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