La Paz E2027

  Swim with Ocean creatures up close and personal, and visit historical grand cathedrals, promenade along the famous Malecon, relaxing on pristine beaches of the Sea of Cortez…ARE YOU READY FOR ADVENTURE? Then let’s begin this New Year off on the right foot with an expedition! 2027 is YOUR year to travel…and ‘Travel with Sandy’ is ready to lead you on this adventure. Expedition 2027: SEA OF CORTEZ promises to be the trip of a lifetime! We will tour the spectacular capital of Baja California Sur. The average temperature in La Paz in January is 75°F so why not leave the cold behind and join us for tons of fun in the sun and action packed days. This expedition will visit the all of the major sites as well as Todos Santos and mining town El Triunfo . The accommodations that we have choosen for this experience are located , on a private beach, with lots of hotel amenities.  

· Round Trip Airfare, direct flight from Tijuana to La Paz (LAP), on Volaris Airline.

· Private Ground Transportation to and from airport, hotels all tour spot and includes Riders Insurance while in the van.

· 6 nights’ accommodations Hotel La Concha in share room.

· Breakfast each morning at our hotels each day.

·  Ocean Fresh Caught lunch is provided when we are doing Aquatic Activities. 

· 7 Day Guided Sea of Cortez Expedition with more than 12 stops and many historical sites.

· ALL DAYTIME Entry Fees to planned activities and destinations.

· TWO private, bilingual (English, Spanish) tour guides.

1. What’s NOT included

• Alcoholic beverages, personal snacks, cosmetics and anything NOT specifically listed above.

• Lunches and dinners.

• Any optional Night Time Activities you choose to participate in.

• Tips that are not specifically listed (such as the meals purchased above)

• Any personal items needed/wanted such as souvenirs, medicine, alcohol, etc.

• Any transportation that is not listed above. All group activities are by private van at very specific times, if you miss the scheduled departure time or meeting location, YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN transportation to and from hotel.

• Tips of any kind.

  What to expect 

Winter (December through February) Weather is perfect this time of year in La Paz to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 84.9°F (29.4°C) and 76.3°F (24.6°C). On average, Based on the tourism score, the best times of year to visit La Paz for warm-weather activities are from mid-Jan. Attire: Layered clothing for the duration of the trip to stay warm on chilly mornings that quicky heat up as the day goes on. Much of the tour will be walking through the various attractions… WEAR COMFORTABLE CLOSED TOE, GOOD SUPPORTIVE SHOES. A hat day to protect from the scorching Mexican sun.

LEAVE YOUR VALUABLES AT HOME! You may need sunblock for the outdoor tours. Proper identification should be carried at all times.

This tour requires the ability to sit and ride in the bus for up to 8 hours. For the Painting Caves visit, some rocks will have have to be climb over.

 Disclaimer: Itinerary is subject to change responding to real time shifts with our purveyors or other unexpected events. Clients will be informed of schedule changes.  

 For more information on hotel and places we will visit, please click the links below or type them into your web browser. Please take your time and explore each site to prepare and

¨Know Before You Go¨ everything needed to

·  Historic Downtown La Paz:  https://www.zewanderingfrogs.com/la-paz/an-easy-walk-through-time-in-charming-la-pazs-historic-downtown

• La Paz Cathedral:  http://en.travelbymexico.com/lapaz/places-to-visit/?nom=mpazcatedral

•  Malecon: https://www.lonelyplanet.com/mexico/la-paz/attractions/malecon/a/poi-sig/467658/361478

• Balandra: https://www.thetrvlblog.com/balandra-beach-la-paz-mexicos-most-beautiful-beach/ 

• Espiritu Santo: https://www.efe.com/efe/english/technology/mexico-s-espiritu-santo-archipelago-a-treasure-trove-of-biodiversity/50000267-3491989

• Todos Santos:  http://www.mexonline.com/bcs/todossantos-history.htm

• El Triunfo: https://www.golapaz.com/places-to-visit/el-triunfo/

• Mision de Nuestra Señora del Pilar de Todos Santos: http://www.todossantosguide.com/nuestrasenora.htm

1. Tour Highlights

• Downtown La Paz:  The bay in La Paz first came under the Old Continent’s eyes on May 3rd, 1535 when Hernan Cortés arrived and started a colony. He named the area Santa Cruz but as he encountered years of logistical issues, he left the place to itself. The name of La Paz was given by Sebastián Vizcaíno when he arrived in 1596.

• La Paz Cathedral: The Our Lady of Peace Cathedral Also La Paz Cathedral Is a Catholic temple that serves as the seat of the Diocese of La Paz. It is located in the center of the city of La Paz, Baja California Sur in western Mexico. It is located in the place where the mission was founded by the Jesuits in the eighteenth century.

• Malecon: La Paz's waterfront, with its wide sidewalk, tiny beaches, tourist pier, benches, sculptures by local artists and unimpeded sunset views, is the city's highlight. It stretches 5.5km, from the Marina de la Paz in the south to Playa Coromuel in the north. It started getting a face-lift in 2017 that may continue in stages over a few years.

•  Balandra: Miles of pristine white sand, clear water which glistens from the beaming sun above and perfect swimming conditions due to the security of the bay from the open sea. These are some of the attributes which, when put together, equal the perfect beach. These are the attributes which make up Balandra Beach, La Paz.

• Espiritu Santo: There are 32 registered species of reptiles and 98 species of flora and fauna. In this island you can find important sites with archaeological remains of Pericu indigenous group.

•  Todos Santos: Was stablish in 1723 by Jesuits when they came to stablish a regional outpost. One of the purposes of the establishment of the mission here is was to convert the natives to Catholicism.

• Mision de Nuestra Señora del Pilar de Todos Santos: (Our Lady of Pilar Church) This mission, built in 1733, is perched above the town of Todos Santos and offers a spectacular view of the Valle de Pilar and the ocean. 

• El Triunfo: El Triunfo gained special significance in the 19th century, when its gold and silver mines made it the most populated community in Baja California Sur at the time. Today, the town still holds traces of its architectural splendor and grandeur, such as La Ramona, a monumental smokestack said to have been designed by Gustave Eiffel, as well as a couple of museums that share the region’s history, and various places to enjoy traditional regional cuisine.