November
to
March
FROM SKY TO SEA
ZIHUATANEJO
Welcome to
Monarca Territory
Three Night Butterfly Tours
If you are visiting the Bajio Region (Guanajuato, San Miguel, Mineral de Pozos, Queretaro), Lake Chapala (Guadalajara, Tequila, Ajijic), Mexico City or Zihuatanejo, but would like to follow the Monarca Butterflies on their annual pilgrimage to Mexico, allow us to take you on a short but incredible road-trip!
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Our 3 night tours are designed for those on a time-budget. Though less economical than our longer trips, travel with a guide allows you to cover a lot of distance and sites of interest without wasting precious time with indirect bus connections or schedules.
Choose from a series of 3 night tours below, or contact us about designing your own tour! We are here to help you create your next dream getaway!
Lake Chapala
El Rosario Reserve
Day 1
Depart from Ajijic, Lake Chapala or Guadalajara. Enjoy a quiet lunch at Rancho la Mesa before exploring Patzcuaro. Arrive at Casona Rosa B&B 6 PM.
Day 2
Visit El Rosario or Sierra Chincua reserve for the day. If you would like to visit the Christmas Village of Tlalpujahua, we can make arrangements for an early breakfast & departure.
Day 3
Enjoy a walking tour of Morelia followed by some free time in the afternoon to further explore, shop or rest.
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Day 4
Depart Morelia by 9 AM for a lovely stroll in the National Park of Uruapan. Eat lunch in the park or plaza before continuing to Zihuatanejo. If you would prefer, you may exchange Uruapan for time spent in Lake Patzcuaro region.
Mexico City
El Rosario Reserve
Day 1
Depart Mexico City early and visit El Rosario Reserve. If you would like to stop at the Pueblo Magico of Tlalpujahua, please specify in your email for an extra early departure. Check into Casona Rosa around 6 PM
Day 2
Head to Lake Patzcuaro for a fun day of explorations. You can choose from a number of towns, including Capula, Quiroga, Tzintzuntzan, Santa Clara del Cobre, Isla de Janitzio and Patzcuaro. Most tours can include 3 towns, depending on the towns you choose!
Day 3
Enjoy a walking tour of Morelia followed by some free time in the afternoon to further explore, shop or rest.
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Day 4
Depart Morelia by 9 AM for a lovely stroll in the National Park of Uruapan. Eat lunch in the park or plaza before continuing to Zihuatanejo.
Zihuatanejo
El Rosario Reserve
Day 1
Depart Zihuatanejo early and enjoy an afternoon in Patzcuaro. Arrive at Casona Rosa around 6 PM.
Day 2
Depart Casona Rosa B&B extra early if you would like to include the Pueblos Magicos Christmas village of Tlalpujuajua. Visit El Rosario Butterfly Reserve and return to Morelia
Day 3
Enjoy a walking tour of Morelia followed by some free time in the afternoon to further explore, shop or rest.
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Day 4
Depart Morelia by 9 AM for a lovely stroll in the National Park of Uruapan. Eat lunch in the park or plaza before continuing to Zihuatanejo.
