Small Group Guided Tours
Mexico
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Mexico Tours
Mexico
Magdalena de Kino Day Trip
Immerse yourself in the culture of northern Mexico on this day trip to the Sonoran community of Magdalena de Kino. The town is a pueblo mágico and is famous for being the terminus of an annual pilgrimage bringing together the three cultures of the borderlands.
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Dates:
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 / 8 AM - 4 PM
Wednesday, February 25, 2026 / 8 AM - 4 PM
Thursday, March 5, 2026 / 8 AM - 4 PM
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: January 27-29, 2026 (2 nights / 3 days)
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.
From the Sea of Cortez to the Sierra Madres, learn how geography, history, and religion shaped the multiple expressions of tacos in regional Mexico. Cross the border with us through the bridge that brings people together through food culture on this taqueria trek.
Date: Sunday, February 8, 2026 / 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Álamos Tour - February 2026
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You are invited to join us on an unforgettable week-long trip to the Sonoran Dry Tropics in the foothills of the Sierra Madre Mountains. Centering on the natural and cultural heritage of the colonial community of Alamos, this excursion will explore this unique historical and natural landscape where the Sonoran Desert meets the sub-humid tropical south of Mexico.
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Dates: February 13 - 18, 2026 (5 nights / 6 days)
Río Sonora + Ures Tour - March 2026
Join our intimate group as we travel along the Río Sonora from Banámichi to the old capital of Ures. Along the way, we’ll dive into nature, visit ancient missions, and explore charming riverside towns like Baviácora, Huépac, and Aconchi.
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Dates: March 9-12, 2026 (3 nights / 4 days)
Volcanoes and Sea: Rocky Point & El Pinacate Tour - April 2026
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.
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Dates: April 7 - 10, 2026 (3 nights / 4 days)
Mexico City Tour 2026
Mexico City is a symphony for the senses, a world-class travel destination, and now is the time to go.
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, 2026 (5 nights / 6 days)
Puebla: Cinco de Mayo Tour 2026
Experience the celebration where the Cinco de Mayo triumph occurred and the monuments, colonial architecture, and gastronomy of Puebla with Borderlandia.
On this 6-night cultural heritage tour, you’ll experience a kaleidoscope of sights, tastes, sounds, scents, and scenic gems that represent the city of Puebla, Mexico. From walking the colorful streets of Puebla's historic center to tasting the regional cuisine, this trip will reflect the region’s cultural landscape in the volcanic shadows of Iztaccíhuatl and Popocatépetl.
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Dates: May 1 -7, 2026 (6 nights / 7 days)
San Carlos Tour - July 2026
Experience Sonora’s newest pueblo mágico, San Carlos, for its natural beauty on this refreshing trip to the blue water of the Sea of Cortez. Travel with us in a small group to this natural paradise where the Gulf of California meets the Sonoran Desert, with the dramatic Cerro de Tetakawi mountain as the backdrop.
Dates: July 6-9, 2026 (3 nights / 4 days)
Casas Grandes & Paquimé Tour
Discover the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Paquime ruins, delve into Mata Ortiz's artistic wonders in ceramic, and explore Colonia Juarez's scenic beauty and Mormon heritage. Enjoy the blooming apples and peaches of spring before heading back to Nogales, with cherished memories of northwest Chihuahua’s diverse landscapes and remarkable experiences.
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Dates: October 5 - 8, 2026 (3 nights / 4 days)
Spain
The Basque Borderlands Tour 2027
Join us on a new Anza Expedition to his ancestral homeland in the Basque Country!
El País Vasco is the fascinating region from which the early settlers of Sonora and Arizona originated during the Spanish colonial era. With the 250th anniversary of the Anza expedition (1775-1776), the purpose of this trip is to link those cultural and historical ties from the Sonoran Desert back to the Basque region.
Dates: September 7 - 17, 2027 (10 nights / 11 days)
Arizona Tours
Arizona
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. Starting at the Tubac Presidio State Historic Park, we’ll head south along the scenic cottonwood-lined Santa Cruz River.
The hike covers approximately 2 miles south before returning to the Presidio for a total of 4 miles. Along the way, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for the rich culture and biodiversity of the Santa Cruz Valley.
Date: Sunday, March 15, 2026 / 9 AM-11 AM
Tucson Origins Tour
Learn about the origins of one of the most important cities of the American Southwest, on this walking tour of downtown Tucson. Visiting downtown Tucson’s El Presidio and the Barrio Viejo districts, we will explore the history and architecture of the community through the themes of the Native American, Spanish colonial, Mexican and American Territorial eras, and also explain Tucson’s UNESCO designation as City of Gastronomy. This is an opportunity to discover what makes Tucson such a unique and special place that forms part of the tapestry that is America.
Tubac’s Heritage Tour
This is a walking tour of Tubac by a local which is located in Arizona’s Santa Cruz County. Tubac originally emerged as a village of the Tohono O’Odham and is the site of the oldest European settlement in what is now the state of Arizona, founded in 1752. The itinerary is divided into 4 themes, including a background & interpretation of Tubac’s geography, historical and natural resources as well contemporary life.
Tumacácori Mission Tour
This is a private tour of Tumacácori National Historical Park by a former NPS ranger who worked at the mission in historic preservation and heritage interpretation. The park protects one of the most unique places in Arizona for understanding the state's vibrant natural and cultural landscapes.
Nogales Tour: Past & Present
Demystifying Nogales and deconstructing the myths of the border are the purposes of this trek. Discover the geographic importance and biculturalism of the border community during this visit to the Arizona (US) half of Ambos Nogales. The itinerary explores the heritage behind the commercial and migration crossroads and offers interpretation of the contemporary challenges at diverse reference points within the cityscape.
