Oct 16, 2024
Unforgettable tour - This tour was unforgettable. We loved walking around the majestic pyramids of Teotihuacan, and our guide shared so many fascinating details about the ancient civilization. The visit to the Basilica of Guadalupe was equally special, with its beautiful architecture and important religious significance.
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Oct 14, 2024
Lovely day trip, Pepe was wonderful. - I booked directly with them over email and communication was ok. In the email they said 8am pickup but the night before they messaged me to confirm the tour, and said 7am. Honestly I was happy we went earlier and beat some of the crowds because it gets pretty crowded. Pepe was the driver and guide and he did a fantastic job! We made great conversation throughout the long day and he kept it interesting and fun.
It was supposed to be me and my wife taking the tour but she got a little sick the night before and opted to stay at the hotel, so it was just me. I asked Pepe if we can do a shorter day so I could be back earlier in the day and help out my wife, and he was happy to oblige. We skipped the morning stops (like the cafe and the church) and went straight to the pyramids. we got there a few mins before they opened so we had to wait a little. we almost had the place to ourselves at first, which was really nice. that early in the morning you can see the hot air balloons as well! Pepe gave a lot of fascinating history lessons as we walked around. By the time we got to the main pyramid, it was already very crowded. There is a free bathroom you can use at the entrance.
Afterwards, I called my wife to check in on her and she was feeling much better, so I opted to complete the original planned tour by visiting the basilica. Instead of doing the touristy food stop I asked Pepe if we could eat somewhere more local. It was a weekend and that's when taco places offer barbacoa, so i asked him to stop somewhere for that, and he did! We stopped at a very simple family run pop-up shack with a firepit going and kids helping out. I braved the barbacoa and consomme and thought it was some of the best I had in mexico. No regrets. I was worried I'd get poisoning from the cilantro or onion but I was fine.
We then drove an hour or so to the basilica. Wow! The church area is fascinating with many surrounding churches and a lovely park with fountains. It was super crowded though, and this part felt a little rushed. There is a paid bathroom here you can use. I would have easily stayed here an hour longer walking slowly through each church.
We ended up back at the hotel around 4:20pm.
Pepe was also nice enough to recommend churro places near the hotel for me to try when i messaged him about it over whatsapp.
Definitely bring sunscreen and a hat, I got pretty badly burned.
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Jul 17, 2024
A day well spent.... - We were very satisfied with our guide, Francesco. He picked us up early from our hotel, and drove to the pyramids. He offered to stop at various times for bathroom breaks and purchasing water. Although we knew absolutely no spanish, he was well versed in English.
He was very knowledgable about the history of the ruins, the pyramids. We spent almost 4 hours out there. We all had lunch together which was nice. We then drove to the Basilica. He gave a good history of the church and showed us all the pathways to walk, how to see the frame of Mary's picture. He allowed us time to pray and self reflect in the Basilica. He then drove us directly back to our hotel. This is a great one- on-one excursion, that allows you to have the sole attention of the guide. It went along at our pace. I wouldn't have changed anything with this tour.
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Jul 11, 2024
Exactly what I was looking for - Mariana is the best! She picked us up at our hotels and drove us all the way to the pyramids. At the pyramids, she shared her deep knowledge of the history in perfect English. We were amazed by all the stories and facts she shared and truly learned so much. She then took us to a restaurant where we had made a reservation for lunch. 100% recommend
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Mar 11, 2024
Highly Recommend - Our guide was knowledgeable and kept us engaged the entire trip. I have been on many tours in many places, and this tour was one of the best. The sites were incredible, but our guide, Ramon and driver Lorena, made it unforgettable. I highly recommend this tour.
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Nov 12, 2023
One day in Mexico city see it with a guide who loves his country and its history. - Excellent day wonderful informative guide who is passionate about the heritage and history of Mexico.
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Aug 2, 2023
Great personalized service. Wonderful for a family. - Mariana was amazing! Her communication was perfect and she created a great bond with our three year old daughter. We really appreciated all the insights and knowledge she had for the sites we visited as well as Mexico City as a whole.
We will be back and we will rely on Tepkan in the future!
Oh and the local food she took us to try in Axapusca was by far the best meal of the trip!
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Jun 15, 2023
Teotihuacan - Excellent tour of Teotihuacan .
Pepe, our guide, made the experience even more memorable with his extensive knowledge.
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Apr 8, 2023
Great guide and experience - Our guide Frank was a great teacher and guide, we really enjoyed our time and his expertise!
Car was clean and comfortable.
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Dec 17, 2022
Amazing Guide and Tour - This tour was amazing! It was even better than I expected. Our tour leader was Fermin and he was a wealth of information. He was friendly, knowledgable, and genuinely passionate about the sites. I felt like I learned so much, and was able to better understand the time period the pyramids were built.
I would recommend this tour company again and again. I only wish that we had more time in Mexico City so we could explore more with Tekpan tours.
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