Escorted Group Tour
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"If you want a small, personalized tour of the Butterfly Sanctuaries take this one...personal, comfortable, informative-to see winged magic. A wonderful experience." (MS, Canada) |
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"Wonderful trip. The best-organized & personable trip I have ever scheduled. I loved it." (AH, Missouri) |
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"Of the many visits to Mexico, Sue's warmth, knowledge & experience with the language & cultures have made this the most rewarding visit." (JP, New York) |
Monarch Butterflies Sanctuary Group Trip Description
You will simply love this truly privileged trip that few enjoy. Marvel at the magic beauty of the shimmering color & movement of millions of Monarch Butterflies that winter near Morelia, Michoacán. The Oyumel Fir Tree Forest highlands of the western Sierras are the perfect refuge for the Monarchs. Commune with them as they personally greet you, resting on your arms & head.
Two hundred & fifty million of these fragile Monarch Butterflies migrate 2500 miles from Canada to the Western Sierra Madre mountain range in central Mexico for the winter. Learn about this epic journey & experience that special encounter as you meet these amazing creatures face to face. On this enchanting trip spend two days walking through two of the protected winter sanctuaries of the Monarch Butterflies.
Venture "off the beaten path" & savor an unusual taste of Mexico in this wildly beautiful state of Michoacán. North of Mexico City, it is culturally set apart by its lush, picturesque mountainous terrain. The landscape is punctuated with many colorful villages, each specializing in a rich centuries-old traditional folk art. Shop for the wonderful gifts of handsome hand-loomed fabrics, straw sculptures, unique hand-carved wooden furniture, shimmering copper, Talavera pottery, & distinctive lacquer ware.
Walk the historical district of Morelia, the capital of Michoacán. In the midst of ancient Spanish architectural elegance, it has earned a reputation as one of Mexico's most intellectual & artistic centers. The oldest surviving institution of higher education in Latin America is still in operation there.
This
trip is suitable for anyone in good health that likes to walk and is able to
navigate rocky paths and has a spirit
of adventure to enjoy off-the-beaten-track places. All hotels are very
comfortable & located in the heart of the historic districts. The
butterfly sanctuaries are not easily accessible. The altitudes are 9,000-10,000
ft elevation & some walks are over steep, rocky terrain. Horses are
available in some places.
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Reserve
your space today on this tour. You do not want to miss this rare opportunity to
travel into the western Sierras
with us.
2011 Dates TBA. The package includes all 7-night, 8-day hotels, 15 meals, all entrance fees, day tours, transfers & all normal tips (except for local guide). The package does not include airfare, airport transfer, horseback riding, meals not specified in the itinerary, or trip insurance. It begins in Guadalajara & ends in Morelia, Michoacán.
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| Registration: To reserve a tour, a $300 deposit per
person is required.
The
balance is due 60 days out from the departure date.
Refund Policy: the $300 deposit is non-refundable; 60% of the trip balance will be refunded 60-30 days prior to travel; 20% will be refunded 29-15 days prior to travel; $0 will be refunded less than 15 days prior to travel. Once the tour has started there will be no refunds for unused services. |
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