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2026 Bucket List Tour: Monarch Butterflies + Michoacan Folk Art

Back by popular demand! I never knew that visiting the Monarch butterflies in Mexico should have been on my bucket list until I got there. Tucked into the mountainous forests of Michoacan and Estado de Mexico is the terminus of the butterfly migration from North America where the noble Monarchs winter and reproduce.

But this is not all! After visiting the butterflies, we travel to the magical craft and folk-art towns of Michoacan: Patzcuaro and the indigenous Purepecha towns surrounding Lake Patzcuaro, plus Ahuiran, Santa Clara del Cobre, and Paracho. We meet with famous artisans and those off-the-beaten path whose work is recognized by Fundacion Banamex in their book, Grand Masters of Mexican Folk Art . We meet weavers, potters, embroiderers, mask-makers, coppersmiths. We explore in safety and security, led by a local guide whom we know very well. We NEVER take you into any locations that are dangerous or threatening.

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A $500 non-refundable deposit is required to guarantee your spot. The balance is due in two equal payments. The second payment of 50% of the balance is due on or before August 1, 2025. The third 50% payment of the balance is due on or before November 1, 2025. After November 1, 2025, there are no refunds. If you cancel on or before November 1, 2025, we will refund 50% of your deposit received to date less the $500 non-refundable reservation deposit. After that, there are no refunds unless we need to cancel the trip, in which case you’ll receive a full refund.

You are required to carry your own international accident/health insurance that includes $50,000+ of emergency evacuation insurance.

All documentation for plane reservations, travel insurance, and personal health issues must be received 45 days before the program starts or we reserve the right to cancel your registration without reimbursement.

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