Xochimilco Farm Feast: Urban Oasis’s Canals and Gardens

Name: Xochimilco Farm Feast: Urban Oasis’s Canals and Gardens
Brand: Culinary Backstreets
Price: 150.00 USD
Availability: InStock

From$150

7 hours

Max 12 people

Mexico City, Mexico

About this activity

A visit to the vibrant market for a full tasting tour while learning about the local products grown in the Xochimilco area. Followed by a visit to the district’s ancient farms and meet the farmers upholding Xochimilco’s unique agricultural tradition.

Highlights

Culinary walking tour
Visits Xochimilco's market
Visits Xochimilco's Chinampas
Meet the locals and taste their fresh produce

Full description

Starting in central Mexico City, before departing by private van for Xochimilco (UNESCO heritage site) our first stop will be the vast market of the area. We’ll try different dishes such as tlacoyos, banana leaf-wrapped tamales made by Don Lupe and his wife, an older couple native to the area; and chileatole, an ancient drink made with corn, herbs and peppers. As we explore the market we’ll learn more about the different kinds of produce that are grown locally on the chinampas.

We’ll track those local products back to their source as we ride our own trajinera to traverse the canals. As the boat glides through the canals that connect the chinampas, we’ll have an onboard tasting of seasonal products. Along the way, we’ll stop at a couple of working chinampas to meet the farmers and find out more about the local way of life and work, which represents a direct link to pre-Colonial times. At one chinampa, we’ll gather our own fresh greens and assemble a salad on the boat as we cruise back.

Included / Excluded

Guided tour through Plaka and Anafiotika neighborhoods
Tastings of traditional Greek dishes and local specialties
Wine tasting featuring small Greek producers

Transportation to and from the meeting point

Meeting point

Start Location

Hagamos Composta Café Comunitario, Coahuila entre Medellín y Monterrey, (frente Lumen, Roma Sur, Mexico City, CDMX, Mexico

Important information

Know before you book

The tour is conducted in English; proficiency is recommended.
Some stops may not be suitable for individuals with mobility impairments due to stairs and uneven terrain.
The tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather conditions.

Know before you go

Wear comfortable walking shoes for the cobblestone streets.
Bring a light jacket or sweater as evenings can be cool.
Ensure you have a valid ID if you plan to participate in wine tasting.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

More than one week before the beginning of the activity: 90% Refund Less than one week before the beginning of the activity: 50% Refund Less than 72 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: No Refund

Reviews

5.0(38 reviews)

Tony Egan

Sep 2026

5.0

We did the Yanesen tour with Michelle and had a wonderful time exploring corners of Tokyo we were unlikely to find ourselves. The food and venues were very well curated with cultural and historic locations well spaced between eating and drinking. Michelle provided excellent background and context at all times and the pacing was great. Finishing with a drink on a makeshift street bar was perfect. Thank you Michelle for one of the best experiences of our trip.

oliver sands

Sep 2026

5.0

We recently did the food tour of Kichijoji and had the best time. Our guide, Michelle, was incredible. She was the perfect blend of knowledge, fun and passion, and she introduced us to a diverse range of food offerings and venues. I would highly recommend jumping on one of Michelle's tours with Culinary Backstreets as it was the highlight of our 5 day stay in Tokyo. Cheers, Oliver & Ged

Erin McCaughey

Aug 2026

5.0

The tour was awesome and we highly recommend. We were expecting a larger group but were excited to show up to a private tour with Kasumi. She made the tour very personal and did an excellent job making the tour feel casual while teaching us lots of new things. She had the cultural knowledge and also mentioned that she continues to learn every time she takes a new group around. Some of the restaurants and shops we stopped at had lovely owners and workers, who were willing to teach us and share their knowledge happily. It was a good mix of foods and Kasumi made sure we were well hydrated and had plenty of time to rest on a hot day. We had a great day and we highly recommend it!