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The City Green Exploring the Urban Eco Reserve of Xochimilco
Culinary Backstreets Walks
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michaeldH4933XI
1 day ago
Was a great way to see the markets and xochimilco. Had so much great food. More than I could eat and victor was a great guide. The best part in my opinion was seeing the farming techniques that they are trying to bring back
Our day-long tour starts on the water, as we ride our own trajinera– a festively-decorated flat-bottom boat used by locals to traverse the canals – through part of the ecological reserve that is particularly rich in flora and fauna. As the boat glides through the canals that connect the chinampas, we’ll have an onboard family-style meal made using local ingredients and learn about the thousand-years-old local agricultural method that’s still used to feed nearby Mexico City today. Along the way, we’ll stop at a working chinampa to meet a local farmer and find out more about the distinctive local way of life and work.
Departure Point
- Hagamos Composta Cafe Comunitaro. Address: Manzanillo 114, Roma Sur, Cuauhtémoc, 06760 Ciudad de México, CDMX
Return Details
- Hagamos Composta Cafe Comunitaro. Address: Manzanillo 114, Roma Sur, Cuauhtémoc, 06760 Ciudad de México, CDMX
Duration
6 hours - 7 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
- Human tour guide - Spanish
Points of Interest
Stop At: Hagamos Composta Café Comunitario
164 Coahuila, Ciudad de México, CDMX 06760
Will start the day in central Mexico City with coffee and pastries at Hagamos Composta - Café Comunitario. We will then depart in a private van to the NESCO heritage site of Xochimilco, a place for a pleasure cruise and also a vital agricultural resource. We’ll learn more about Xochimilco's culture and food and meet the people who maintain its one-of-a-kind agricultural system. The Chinampas
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Xochimilco
Mexico City
our first stop will be the vast market of the area of Xochimilco. We’ll try different pre-Columbian dishes such as tlacoyos (oval-shaped corn-meal patties filled with fava beans, cheese, refried beans, spinach, potatoes and more) handmade by local women who set up shop every morning at one of the aisles; banana leaf-wrapped tamales – the best of the city – made by Don Lupe and his wife, an older couple native to the area; and chileatole, an ancient drink made with corn, herbs and peppers. As we explore the market we’ll learn more about the different kinds of produce that are grown locally in the chinampas.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Floating Gardens of Xochimilco
Southern Neighborhood Of Xochimilco, Mexico City
We will track the market's local products back to their source as we ride our own trajinera – a festively-decorated flat-bottom boat used by locals to traverse the canals – through part of the ecological reserve that is particularly rich in flora and fauna.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Trajineras Xochimilco Don Pedro
S/N Periferico Sur, Ciudad de México, CDMX 16034
Will traverse the canals – through part of the ecological reserve. As the boat glides through the canals that connect the chinampas, we’ll have an onboard tasting of seasonal products fresh from the market.
Duration: 2 hours
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Culinary Backstreets Walks in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
Our day-long tour starts on the water, as we ride our own trajinera– a festively-decorated flat-bottom boat used by locals to traverse the canals – through part of the ecological reserve that is particularly rich in flora and fauna. As the boat glides through the canals that connect the chinampas, we’ll have an onboard family-style meal made using local ingredients and learn about the thousand-years-old local agricultural method that’s still used to feed nearby Mexico City today. Along the way, we’ll stop at a working chinampa to meet a local farmer and find out more about the distinctive local way of life and work.
Departure Point
- Hagamos Composta Cafe Comunitaro. Address: Manzanillo 114, Roma Sur, Cuauhtémoc, 06760 Ciudad de México, CDMX
Return Details
- Hagamos Composta Cafe Comunitaro. Address: Manzanillo 114, Roma Sur, Cuauhtémoc, 06760 Ciudad de México, CDMX
Duration
6 hours - 7 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
- Human tour guide - Spanish
Points of Interest
Stop At: Hagamos Composta Café Comunitario
164 Coahuila, Ciudad de México, CDMX 06760
Will start the day in central Mexico City with coffee and pastries at Hagamos Composta - Café Comunitario. We will then depart in a private van to the NESCO heritage site of Xochimilco, a place for a pleasure cruise and also a vital agricultural resource. We’ll learn more about Xochimilco's culture and food and meet the people who maintain its one-of-a-kind agricultural system. The Chinampas
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Xochimilco
Mexico City
our first stop will be the vast market of the area of Xochimilco. We’ll try different pre-Columbian dishes such as tlacoyos (oval-shaped corn-meal patties filled with fava beans, cheese, refried beans, spinach, potatoes and more) handmade by local women who set up shop every morning at one of the aisles; banana leaf-wrapped tamales – the best of the city – made by Don Lupe and his wife, an older couple native to the area; and chileatole, an ancient drink made with corn, herbs and peppers. As we explore the market we’ll learn more about the different kinds of produce that are grown locally in the chinampas.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Floating Gardens of Xochimilco
Southern Neighborhood Of Xochimilco, Mexico City
We will track the market's local products back to their source as we ride our own trajinera – a festively-decorated flat-bottom boat used by locals to traverse the canals – through part of the ecological reserve that is particularly rich in flora and fauna.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Trajineras Xochimilco Don Pedro
S/N Periferico Sur, Ciudad de México, CDMX 16034
Will traverse the canals – through part of the ecological reserve. As the boat glides through the canals that connect the chinampas, we’ll have an onboard tasting of seasonal products fresh from the market.
Duration: 2 hours
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Culinary Backstreets Walks in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
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