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Joined 2022
Rafael G.
Available Areas
Mexico City (Living)
Languages
English, Spanish (Native)
Response Time
6 hours on average
Availability Updated
2 days ago
About Tour Guide Rafael G.
I've been guiding family and friends in Mexico for over 30 years, arranging tours, van rentals, accomodation, excursions, archaeological visits, museums, etc., Now I completed my official general guide course in order to be certified by the government to guide national & international guests. I love my country, its culture, history, etc. and know a lot of interesting facts besides the normal guidance for tourists. I've travelled extensively across the country and love to share my knowledge because it's like rediscovering everythin again!
Important
I can work with a single guest, a couple or as much as 10 guests per tour, in order to give a better personal experience. I can guide all across the country!
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
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Mexico City Historical Center
Enjoy a city that tells you stories from its ancient Aztec/Mexica culture, as well as from its Colonial, Independent and actual vibrant atmosphere! Stroll along streets that have seen it all since at least 500 years... Fill your senses with colours and friendlines, and get to know many historical facts that not many guides know about!
Mexico City Historical Center
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Teotihuacan. Over 2,000 years of history in one day!
Visit to Teotihuacan archaeological site, a true wonder of the world. We'll drive from Mexico City departing around 7 AM for about 45 minutes to the place. We'll walk along the alleys that lead to the pyramids and buildings and you will learn astonishing information about this culture that keeps showing new discoveries. We'll have dinner at a beautiful traditional Mexican restaurant. Then in the evening we'll be back to the city.
Teotihuacan. Over 2,000 years of history in one day!
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Golden Circle Tour
11 day, 10 night tour starting in Mexico City with visit to Teotihuacan Pyramids and city's highlights. Drive through amazing landscapes, cities, beautiful beaches, a magical town and back to Mexico City " a circle route". Cozy 3 star hotels, mostly family run, quiet. Entrances to archaeological sites, breakfasts & lunches, insurance, snacks-water and guidance included. Minimum 4, Maximum 10 guests. An alternative adventure with local guide and some of Mexico's best spots!
Golden Circle Tour
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The Floating Gardens Natural Reserve! (Xochimilco)
Discover the flowery & fertile lake that fed & nurtured ancient civilizations including the Aztec/Mexica! Navigate along beautiful canals and marvel at an oasis in the middle of the urban area. Delight your palate with great traditional food on site... and meet the Axolotl! An endemic animal species full of mistery and wonder... on a walking tour in an island that we will visit.
The Floating Gardens Natural Reserve! (Xochimilco)
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Día de Muertos/Day of the Dead Tour!
Visit the most spectacular Day of the Dead Altars in Mexico City. Plus one the most iconic cemeteries and finish the day delighting your senses and palate at a fine restaurant overlooking the Mega Altar in Mexico's Historical Center.
Día de Muertos/Day of the Dead Tour!
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Best Murals Mesoamerica and Puebla City!
Discover an off the beaten path archaeological site unearthed only 48 years ago with the best preserved and bigger prehispanic murals (1,200 - 1,400 years old) in Mesoamerica.
Best Murals Mesoamerica and Puebla City!
Reviews
Kelly B.
“Wonderful Experience!”
We had the best day with Rafael in Mexico City. He picked us up from an airport hotel and truly introduced us to Mexico City on our first day. He was so friendly and knowledgeable about everything - from history, to food, to architecture and more. He was also super patient and let us practice our Spanish. :) We visited the Xochimilco canals and an axolotl sanctuary which was one of the highlights of our trip. Rafael answered all of our questions with enthusiasm and made the trip engaging from start to finish. If you're looking for an authentic, educational, and memorable experience in Mexico City, I can't recommend Rafael highly enough. Thank you for an incredible day—we'll be talking about it for years to come!
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Rafael G.
WOW! Kelly! Thanks so much for your SO VERY KIND WORDS. You made my day! Best regards to you & Bart and I hope to see you again... Cheers!
Michael S.
“A 'tour de force' highly impactful and memorable stay much enhanced by Rafael's experience, personality and efforts.”
We were most fortunate to engage Rafael for three days while in Mexico City. He curated a most extra-ordinary experience that immersed us in the long and complex arc of Mexican history covering pre-Columbian empires, Spanish colonialism and the modern tumult since independence. He was highly knowledgeable about details but wrapped the information in digestible bites that were both impactful and memorable with just the right touch of humor. He was flexible and responsive, adjusting aspects as we went along based on interests and energy levels. He also provided us with some 'out of the usual lanes' experiences that included the culinary. We would highly recommend Rafael if you are considering a stay in Mexico.
Rafael G.
Michael you are very kind for writing this extensive review, I'm flattered by your comments. Thanks so much and for me it was also a time for learning and enjoying your company and Annette's of course. Hope to see you soon again in Mexico! Best regards dear friend...
Danielle D.
“Best guide ”
Rafael is the best travel guide you will ever have! He is extremely well studied as a historian and brings tons of personal experience and knowledge from a life spent well traveled. He is easy going and flexible, so your trip can be tailored to your interests and adapted as you go along. You will see and do things that only a local could show you. I went on a vacation, but left with a friend!
Rafael G.
Dear Danielle, I'm so flattered and honored because of your comments... I also began my days with you as "work" but ended enjoying your company so much that I felt as a travel mate, not only a guide. Thanks very very much and I look forward to travel with you again soon! Best wishes for you!
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Oskar enrique M.
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Jacqueline F.
Hello my name is Jacqueline but some call me Jackie. I’m a native of the San Francisco Bay Area from a Mexican-Spanish household. I grew up bilingual and would visit family in Mexico City once or twice a year since childhood. After high school I came to stay for a year and never left! My Mexican culture is very dear to me and I’ve always been in love with the cultural wealth that my Motherland offers me. Though I’ve worked in several different areas of interest such as performing arts, yoga, ESL, interpretation and translation, I decided to certify as a tour guide with the Ministry of Tourism in Mexico and have been giving tours since 2014. I specialize in Mexican Muralism and Religious Tourism.
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