Discover the rich history of the Michoacán region on a full-day tour from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo. Visit the colonial cities of Morelia, Patzcuaro, and Quiroga, and learn about the Tarascan and Purepecha cultures.
Start your day with a pick-up from your hotel in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo and head to the state of Michoacán. Cross the Sierra Madre mountain ranges that stretch along the Pacific coast to reach the state capital and the famous colonial cities of Morelia, Patzcuaro, and Quiroga.
During the months of November, as well as during and before Christmas and Easter, a number of festivities take place in this area. The most famous are the celebrations around the Day of the Dead. Best known and attracting a good number of tourists from all over Mexico and the world is the Lake Patzcuaro area.
In the town of Patzcuaro and the nearby towns, events are held, such as exhibition markets, handicrafts, dances, and concerts. After a day of exploration, return to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo.
