Transfer to the sleepy town of Amecameca which is key point to the Iztaccihuatl-Popocatepetl Volcan National Park. While the craterless Izta is dormant, Popo is very much active. On steep slopes we reach the Cortez Pass on 3700 meter altitude where we visit the small museum. Afterwards we take a short hike to the base of Iztaccihuatl volcano. Downhill on dirt roads to Cholula. Cholula was second only to the Aztec capital Tenochtitlan (modern Mexico City), possibly with a population of up to 100,000. The great city stood at the foot of what appears to be an earthen hill that is, in fact, the largest pyramid ever built, covering over 46 acres and spanning an incredible 405 meters on each side! In addition to this great construction dedicated to Quetzalcoatl, the city had a reported 365 temples. After taking the city during the Spanish Conquest, Hernan Cortes vowed that it would be rebuilt were actually built, but the Spanish colonial churches are unusually numerous for a city of its size. Cholula is actually divided into eighteen neighborhoods or barrios, each with a patron saint. with a Christian church to replace each of the old pagan temples; less than 50 new churches were actually built, but the Spanish colonial churches are unusually numerous for a city of its size. Cholula is actually divided into eighteen neighborhoods or barrios, each with a patron saint.
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Today we explore The Great Pyramid of Cholula can be explored either via a labyrinth of interior tunnels, or above ground by walking through excavations at the pyramids base. Theres a fine on-site museum with models showing the sites full glory. Take time to climb atop the pyramid. The Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de los Remedios was built on the pyramid. It is made of bradstone and decorated with lamini¬lla of 24k gold. The views from this hilltop site are spectacular! In the center of this grid is the main square, the Plaza de la Concordia or zocalo. On the west side of the Plaza is the City Hall, fronted by a line of businesses, which in turn are fronted by a 170 metres (560 ft) gallery, marked by 46 arches supported by Doric columns, called the portales. This archway is the longest of its kind in Latin America. Overnight Boutique Hotel La Quinta Luna 5*

Short drive to Tonanzintla. The interior of Templo de Santa Maria is among Mexicos most exuberant. Under the dome, the surface is plastered with colorful stucco saints, devils, flowers, fruit, birds and much more a great example of indigenous artisanship. Continue to Puebla. Pueblas historical center still looks like an old Spanish city with its more than 70 churches and 1000 colonial buildings. Beautiful the tiles on buildings facades. Visit the shady and spacious Zocalo, the monumental Cathedral and Rosary Chapel. Not to be missed the lively market Victoria and the pottery shops offering colourful hand-painted ceramic. The Capilla del Rosario (Rosary Chapel), on the south side of the church's main altar, is the most magnificent aspect of this church's interior. Santo Domingo church dates from the late 16th century, but the Rosary Chapel was added later; it was built between 1650 and 1690. Ornate sculptures, masterful paintings and extravagant gold leaf cover every inch of the walls and ceiling of the Rosary Chapel, creating a dazzling effect. The chapel is sometimes referred to as "the golden house" because of the lavish use of gold leaf. Windows around the upper level of the chapel allow sunlight to enter, bathing the space in exquisite natural light which seems to make the gold glow. This chapel is undoubtedly one of the finest examples of baroque art in Mexico. Return to Cholula.
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Return transfer to Mexico City. En route we visit Cacaxtla Archeological Site which is known due to the quality of its mural paintings, since it is part of an exceptional archeological ensemble to which Xochitecatl and San Miguel del Milagro are added. The palatial and ritual Cacaxtla Ensemble, which means Place where the rain dies on earth. This archeological complex offers extraordinarily well preserved murals which are guarded by gods of feline aspect, an eagle and a great realistic battle; also, a scorpion-man associated to the Venus cult and elements of rites to water and corn.
Built by four pyramids, the Xochitecatl Archeological site is formed by the flowers pyramid, serpent building, the spiral and the volcano basement. This is the first of them, the biggest one and where you can testify the cultural sequence of the city in a more complete manner; from the forming medium period to the colonial period. It also offers you the view of the greatest variety of materials, without forgetting the more than 30 child burials it shelters, along with wealthy offers and sculptures.

• Accommodation in boutique hotel, room incl tax
• Daily American Breakfast
• Englisch speaking driver/guide
• Transportation in A/C car
• All entrances to areological sites, museums
• 2 bottles of drinking water per person/day

• All meals not mentioned
• All extras in hotel
• Tip for bell boy and chamber maid
• Tip for driver/guide