BASILICA OF OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE GUIDED TOUR + TRANSPORT

1. We will pick you up at your hotel, airport or desired location.  

2. We will do a complete walking tour around the Basilica of Guadalupe Shrine (about 2.5 hours length). Visiting all main interesting points such as:  

•Old Basilica: The original basilica which has been place of worship since 1709. Baroque style church and the place where the tilma of Juan Diego (the image of Virgin of Guadalupe) was kept for more than 300 years.  

•New Basilica: The newer basilica inagurated in 1976 housing the original image of Virgin of Gualupe inside and with a capacity of 10,000 people inside, it is a must-see.  

•Basilica Store: Explore the characteristic religious articles of the region where you will have the possibility to buy for you and your loved ones if you wish so without rushes.  

•Blessings: Receive the blessing of a Mexican priest from the religious council of Guadalupe.  

•Cerrito Chapel: The iconic place where the great apparition of Guadalupe happened, where you will have an impressive view of Mexico City. Here you can light a candle and pray for your loved ones if you wish to do so.  

•Gardens: Be amazed by the incredible gardens and vegetation of the place. You will be able to grab a refreshing drink or snack at this area to accompany you during the tour.  

•The Offering: Admire the giant monument of the Virgin of Guadalupe receiving offerings from the indigenous people surrounded by beautiful waterfalls and springs  

•Pozito Chapel: One of the most unique chapels you'll ever see. Completely circular on the inside, has witnessed several historical events.  

•Old Indigenous Parish: The first church built on Basilica of Guadalupe's complex, originally built mainly for the indigenous and the place where Juan Diego's house was at.  

•The Carrillon: The most recent building built in the basilica complex, a representation of diverse aspects of the mexican culture.  

•Capuchian Mothers Parish: Originally built for the nuns, this complex had diverse uses over time, currently it houses masses of various religious groups.  

During the Tour you will be able to light a candle if you wish so and also choose a place to have some time to pray alone. (15 minutes prayer time).  

• Optional add-ons:  • It's possible to presence a complete mass from beggining to end (You can use time of the 2:30 hours available for the tour to presence mass, or you can add extra time at the end of the tour for a small additional cost).  

• It's possible to visit the local mercado nearby to taste and purchase authentic regional mexican sweets as souvenirs for friends and family.  

3-We will drop you off back at your hotel or desired location.  Feel free to ask any questions about the Shrine, we will kindly answer your doubts and do the tour at your own pace. (2.5 Hour Limit). Feel free to contact us to customize the tour/transportation.