Borderlandia Tours & Talks
Anza Trail Guided Hike
Join local guide and historian Alex La Pierre on a special hike commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Juan Bautista de Anza Expedition.
Sunday, November 15, 2026 / 9 AM-11 AM
Anza 250 Documentary Screening
Anza 250 is a creative expedition taken by architect, documentarian, and cyclist Luis Valle along the historic Juan Bautista de Anza Trail to mark its 250th anniversary.
Saturday, November 28, 2026 / 2 PM
Tubac Presidio
1 Burruel St, Tubac, AZ 85646
Guevavi and Calabazas: Arizona's Other Missions
This presentation explores the history and significance of Mission Guevavi and Mission Calabazas, two lesser-known Spanish colonial missions in southern Arizona.
Saturday, December 5, 2026 / 2 PM
Tubac Presidio
1 Burruel St, Tubac, AZ 85646
Nogales Taco Tour
Travel through northwest Mexico’s regional taco tradition in one town: Nogales, Mexico, with Borderlandia. Walking through the historic city center, you’ll experience the quality of Sonora’s culinary arts in the border town’s diverse establishments.
Dates:
Sunday, December 13, 2026 / 10 AM - 1 PM
Sunday, January 31, 2027 / 10 AM - 1 PM
Sunday, February 28, 2027 / 10 AM - 1 PM
Sunday, April 4, 2027 / 10 AM - 1 PM
Magdalena de Kino Day Trip
Join us on a day trip to Magdalena de Kino, a designated Pueblo Mágico where history, faith, and tradition have converged for more than three centuries.
Dates:
Thursday, January 14, 2027 / 8 AM - 4 PM
Thursday, February 25, 2027 / 8 AM - 4 PM
Spanish Language Immersion in the Río Sonora
Take your Spanish beyond the classroom with an unforgettable language immersion in the beautiful Río Sonora Valley. Designed exclusively for intermediate Spanish speakers, this small-group experience combines daily conversation practice, cultural discovery, and authentic local connections in one of northern Mexico's most welcoming communities.
January 17 - 21, 2027 (4 nights / 5 days)
Volcanoes and Sea: Rocky Point & El Pinacate Tour
This three-night trip will take you on a journey of discovery and adventure through one of Mexico's most stunning contrasts of natural landscapes.
Dates: January 25 - 28, 2027 (3 nights / 4 days)
Álamos Tour
Centering on the natural and cultural heritage of the colonial community of Álamos, this excursion will explore this unique historical and natural landscape where the Sonoran Desert meets the sub-humid tropical south of Mexico.
Dates:
February 12- 17, 2027 (5 nights / 6 days)
Paquimé: Ancient Crossroads Tour
Join us for a four-day journey into the high desert of Chihuahua, where archaeology, living traditions, and breathtaking landscapes reveal a side of North American history that few travelers ever experience.
Dates: March 1-4, 2027 (3 nights / 4 days)
Hermosillo Culinary Tour
Join us on a flavorful journey through Hermosillo, Sonora, where you’ll experience the vibrant heart of Mexican cuisine. Dive into the city’s bustling food scene, from hidden gems to popular spots, where local chefs create delicious dishes that celebrate Sonora’s unique ingredients— from carne asada, regional tacos, and the freshest seafood.
Dates: March 15-17, 2027 (2 nights / 3 days)
Sonora’s Bacanora Route
Join us on an immersive journey into the heart of Sonora's agave country, where generations of families have crafted Mexico's signature desert spirit for centuries. Travel beyond the tasting room into the Sierra Madre, where tradition, landscape, and hospitality come together to tell the story of bacanora at its source.
Dates: April 12-15, 2027 (3 nights / 4 days)
Mexico City Tour 2027
On this week-long intercultural trip, you’ll scale the ancient pyramids of Teotihuacán and follow in the footsteps of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera in Coyoacán. Setting this trip apart, we will travel around la Ciudad de México with locals, offering guests a one-of-a-kind perspective on contemporary life in this big city.
Dates: April 24-29, 2027 (5 nights / 6 days)
Puebla: Mexico's Cultural Capital Tour 2027
Join us for a seven-day cultural journey through one of Mexico's most beautiful and historically significant cities, where world-renowned cuisine, colonial architecture, Indigenous traditions, and the legacy of Cinco de Mayo come together.
Dates: May 1-7. 2027 (6 nights / 7 days)
Cultural Events
Las misiones de la Pimería Alta a través de distintos lentes
Photography Exhibition & Panel Discussion
November 13, 2026 / 5:30 PM
Salón Bicentenario del Consulado General de México en Nogales
Nogales, AZ
Luminaria Nights
December 4-5, 2026 / 5 PM - 9 PM
Tubac, AZ