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Hidden Canals of Tláhuac: A Peaceful Alternative to Xochimilco

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Free cancellation available
Price is £63 per adult
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Overview

Xochimilco is the party—Tláhuac is the soul.Tired of tourist traps? Looking for something real—not loud boats or party crowds?Discover one of Mexico City’s best-kept secrets: the peaceful canals of Tláhuac, where time slows down and tradition lives on. Just past the chaos of city centre, we’ll head to this hidden gem for a serene, cultural escape.You’ll board your private trajinera, a traditional wooden boat, and float through calm waters—no masive party boats, no blasting music. Just birds, breeze, and authentic Mexico.
We’ll visit floating gardens, meet local families, and enjoy snacks made with ingredients grown right beside the canal. This isn’t a show. It’s everyday life—real, proud, and powerful. As the sun sets, we’ll drift back slowly, capturing stunning photos and moments you’ll never forget. Then return to the city with more than pictures: with a true connection to the real heart of CDMX.

Activity location
  • Mercado Roma
    • Calle Queretaro 225, Colonia Roma Norte
    • 06700, Mexico City, Mexico
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Mercado Roma
    • 225 Calle Querétaro
    • 06700, Ciudad de México, Ciudad de México, Mexico

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Alternative Hidden Canals of Tláhuac to Xochimilco
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
Starting time: 11:00
Price details
£63.33 x 1 Adult£63.33

Total
Price is £63.33

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private trajinera boat ride (not shared with other groups)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Return transport from Mexico City
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Local snacks, some beers & drinks onboard
  • What's includedWhat's included
    English/Spanish-speaking host and translator
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Time for photos, storytelling & cultural sharing
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Extra drinks

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Mercado Roma
  • 15m
From local taproom to ancient canals, discover CDMX’s roots in Tláhuac. Begin with a beer at Pacheco, cruise tranquil waters on a trajinera, taste traditional food, and uncover a hidden cultural gem far from the tourist trail. A journey through flavour and history.
Iztapalapa (Pass by)
On your one-hour drive to the Tláhuac canals, we'll take a panoramic tour of Iztapalapa, the largest municipality in Mexico City.
Lago de Los Reyes - Tlahuac
  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Sail Tláhuac's secret canals on a colourful trajinera boat. Enjoy local beer, traditional food, and ancient chinampa culture. Starts at Pacheco Taproom, ends city centre. Authentic Mexico beyond Xochimilco.
Roma Norte
  • 15m
You return to the modern city... but you're not the same. You’ve touched its oldest soul, and it touched you back.
Iztapalapa (Pass by)
As we embark on the one-hour return to the meeting point, we will be able to enjoy the panoramic views offered by the sunset on the shores of Mexico City.

Location

Activity location
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    Mercado Roma
    • Calle Queretaro 225, Colonia Roma Norte
    • 06700, Mexico City, Mexico
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Mercado Roma
    • 225 Calle Querétaro
    • 06700, Ciudad de México, Ciudad de México, Mexico

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