Copala Colonial Tour
Copala Colonial Tour
February 06, 2020
After patience while the tour group sorted out which people went where, we were finally on our way. Our tour guide was a relaxed, informative guide giving us highlights and history on the long drive up the mountain, far out of the city. This was our favorite tour to say the least. Loved seeing the true life of the native people, especially the home that makes bread. Long day, but so glad we experienced it.
Reviewer: Linda L Gregory
Loved it!
May 22, 2019
What a awesome way to see the real people and towns and get away from the tourist bubble. Would definitely recommend this.
Reviewer: Michael
Informative but stressful
April 23, 2019
We learned a lot on our tour to 3 different colonial towns, and our guide was very knowledgable. The historical part was certainly worth it!
The start was incredibly slow since they brought us to a Tequila factory where tourists from hotels and other ships were brought together and re-sorted into the respective tours. Since we went back to the harbor a couple of times to pick up stragglers (not our fault that they were late!), we didn't get any chance to look at the factory and/or gift shop. While that didn't bother us too much, we also lost about an hour of a long tour. We left the last mining town (65 km away from our ship) about 45 minutes before all-aboard time (which we had shared again and again), and made it back to the ship 15 minutes after all-aboard time (15 min. before departure time!). Needless to say, we were very concerned that we would not make it back before the ship left and were not able to truly enjoy the last hour in Copala.
Reviewer: Clara
Fun Historial MazatlanTour
February 19, 2019
The Capala Colonial Tour was excellent. Our tour guide was very informative with many historical, ecological, cultural facts that made the coach ride very interesting. Malpica, Concordia and Copala are rich with history, cobbled stone streets, an early colonial Mexican church with relics of the 1700s, delightful townspeople who are very talented and welcoming. Very nice lunch. Excellent driver who maneuvered his way through the winding roads and tight curves. A full day of fun. We returned back to the ship in time to shower, have dinner and evening activities.
Reviewer: Gloria
Fun and Educational
January 22, 2019
My husband and I took our 4 boys (15-21 years old) and one girlfriend on a cruise and I booked this tour through Vista Tours. Our tour guides, Susana and David, were fantastic! Susana was very knowledgeable and David was a very safe driver. The three towns we visited were small and had a lot of character. All of the kids enjoyed what they learned. It was one of their favorite excursions.
Reviewer: Lisa
Great ride inland
January 10, 2019
We had a good time. Saw the countryside. Nice stops and good meal. Enthusiastic guide. Worth doing.
Reviewer: Donald Carper
Great local tour
December 11, 2018
It was such a great tour and very authentic
Reviewer: Jane
WOW!!!!
May 21, 2018
What an amazing tour! We saw 2 historic churches, wood furniture making, pottery making with an outdoor kiln, a phenomenal bakery inside someone's home where we were able to buy DELICIOUS baked goods, had a lovely lunch, also in someone's home, and met & saw & purchased beautiful hand crafted, artistic leather goods from an amazing artisan! What a day! We're doing the same cruise again in September, and taking this tour again! Hoping for the same great guide! WONDERFUL!!!!
Reviewer: Stephanie McGinty
Outstanding
January 31, 2018
Perfect "off the beaten path" tour - really enjoyed it and would recommend to anyone. We were 2 "older" couples and this was great to see the countryside and meet local artisans and quaint towns.
Reviewer: JH
Colonial Tou
January 17, 2017
This tour was such a good way to see Mexico. We got away from the big city and went into the small villages, experiencing the culture and actually prices that you would expect for Mexico. Although the trip was not what I expected from some aspects it was better than expected from others. After getting back to the ship and hearing about the different excursions that were taken that day we were so happy that we made the choice that we did. If you're looking to get away from the port and the commercialism And really experience Mexico this is the trip to take.
Reviewer: Jackie Powell
tour
December 21, 2016
We got a little late start but once we got started the day was good. The tour guide was very informative and the other tour personnel were very helpful and friendly. Above all it was a great day, beautiful tour and good food. Would recommend.
Reviewer: Rita Walker
Full of insights into the real Mexican past and pr
April 27, 2016
Great small group experience with lots of local stops included between the 3 main towns.
Reviewer: Jim & Cheryl
Very fun day
February 10, 2016
Susanna was very knowledgeable and a lot of fun. She made it a very entertaining day. I loved all the history I learned.
Reviewer: Sum family
Into the Siera Madres
December 21, 2015
Up into the real Mexican old towns.
Reviewer: Marcia M
Great time
November 11, 2015
Great time.
Reviewer: cplsaw
The Best Bus Tour
March 19, 2015
Exceptionally courteous guide, wonderful experience
Reviewer: Fred & Bonny
Mazatlan Coloial Tour w/Susana & Joel
December 24, 2010
My tour was Nov 4 2010 my friend Lupita and I had such a blast with Susana and our group she was very sweete and Joel was a good driver we always felt safe and saw great historic places. I would recommend to go on this excursion it was a full fun day I saw parts of Mexico that were so beautiful and old heritage used still today in the small villages. Thanks Sevita
Reviewer: Sevita and Lupita