Taxco / Santa Prisca: Small Group Day Tour + Meals

Summary

Taxco Silver Town Day Trip with Breakfast & Local Guide

You’ll wander Taxco’s cobbled lanes with a local guide, sample fresh tortillas at breakfast in Chilpancingo, and marvel at Santa Prisca’s ornate pink stonework. With lunch included and hotel pickup sorted, you can just soak up the silver town’s atmosphere — and maybe pick up some Spanish along the way.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed in Taxco was the way sunlight bounced off all those whitewashed walls — almost too bright after our sleepy drive from Acapulco. Our guide, Javier, had already won us over back in Chilpancingo with stories about Mexican politics (and a pretty strong coffee at breakfast). The van ride felt long but not in a bad way; I kept watching the hills roll by and thinking how different it all looked from the coast. There was this moment when we stopped for breakfast — tortillas still warm, and something sweet in the air I couldn’t place. Maybe cinnamon?

Walking through Taxco’s narrow streets, you hear metal clinking everywhere — silversmiths at work, doors creaking open, someone laughing up above on a balcony. Javier pointed out a tiny shop where his uncle used to work; he waved to an old man polishing rings who grinned back without missing a beat. I tried saying “plata” like he did and got it wrong — he laughed and corrected me, which made me feel less like a tourist for a second. The Santa Prisca church is just… well, you have to see it. Pink stone against blue sky, so much detail you get dizzy if you stare too long.

Lunch was included (thank god), and we ended up around a big table with other travelers and two locals who’d joined last minute. The mole sauce was richer than anything I’ve tasted before — honestly, I still think about that flavor sometimes when I’m hungry at home. After lunch we wandered more, no real plan, just following whatever street looked interesting or shady enough to escape the heat for a bit. The whole day felt sort of unhurried, even though we saw so much.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Taxco and Surroundings

• Visit Santa Prisca Church
• Drive and explore Taxco city

Top questions

How long does the Taxco day trip take from Acapulco?

The tour is a full-day experience with about 3.5 hours’ drive each way between Acapulco and Taxco.

Is breakfast included on the Taxco tour?

Yes, breakfast is included during the stop in Chilpancingo on the way to Taxco.

Do we visit Santa Prisca church during the tour?

Yes, there is a stop at Santa Prisca church in Taxco as part of the itinerary.

Are meals provided on this day trip?

Both breakfast and lunch are included if you select that option when booking.

Is hotel pickup available for this tour?

Yes, hotel or port pickup and drop-off are included in your booking.

What kind of transport is used for this tour?

The tour uses an air-conditioned sedan or minivan depending on group size.

Can I book this as a private tour?

You can choose between private or small group options when booking.

Are alcoholic beverages included?

Soda/pop and alcoholic beverages are included during meals.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel or port pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned van or sedan, breakfast in Chilpancingo, guided walks through Taxco’s historic center with stops at silver workshops and Santa Prisca church, plus lunch (with drinks) before heading back in the afternoon.