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Colonial Colima & Comala: Pueblos Mágicos Private Day Tour

Journey into Mexico's soul on a private drive to Colima — one of the country's most beautifully preserved colonial capitals — and the ethereal 'White Village' of Comala, where cobblestoned plazas, artisan markets, and mezcal-sipping traditions have endured for centuries.

What to expect

Your private guide collects you at the pier and drives you up to Colima's grand Jardín de Libertad, where the 16th-century Cathedral and Government Palace frame a living slice of colonial Mexico. From there you wind up to cloud-draped Comala — nicknamed the 'White Village' for its whitewashed facades — where a leisurely lunch of pozole and tostadas is served under the portales. Artisan workshops offer hand-painted Talavera and carved wood pieces worth seeking out. The return route hugs lush Pacific foothills, delivering you comfortably back before all-aboard.

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ToursByLocals – Manzanillo Private Guides
USD 180–220 per person (private group, 2–6 pax); confirm current rate at booking
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Good to know

Full-day excursion; Colima is ~1.5 hrs each way — depart by 8 AM to be safe. Pre-book a private vehicle to guarantee pace and return timing. All-aboard is typically 5–6 PM; confirm with your ship.

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