Visit Patzcuaro and Lake Janitzio
Stroll through the shaded squares and cobbled streets of colonial Pátzcuaro before crossing the nearby lake to visit the fishing community of Janitzio island.
Take a rewarding day trip to the highland town of Pátzcuaro, the spiritual home of Mexico's famous Day of the Dead celebrations. This is a picturesque and charming place of red-tiled houses with ochre shutters, arranged around leafy plazas and overlooked by undulating hills.
After a guided tour of the charming historic centre, take a small boat to the traditional fishing community of Janitzio island to experience village life.
From November, it's also possible to take a trip to witness the natural marvel of the Monarch butterfly migration as they arrive in their millions following an incredible 7,000km journey from the United States.
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