15 Days | Say hola to the landscapes, cultures and ancient sites of Mexico
Explore the heart of Mexico's Aztec, Zapotec, Maya and Spanish cultures on this 15-day adventure. Start by experiencing the mix of influences that make up Mexico City, then, then head out to taste pasita in Puebla, visit the markets of Oaxaca and learn about the textile traditions of Teotitlan del Valle. Immerse yourself in pre-Hispanic culture in San Cristobal de las Casas and unravel the magnificent mystery of ancient civilisations during guided tours in Chichen Itza and Palenque. Sample the incredible cuisine along the way, sharing meals with the communities of San Pedro Tlahuac and Piste, then relax beachside at Playa del Carmen. This is the ideal introduction to one of North America's most colourful and exciting destinations.
Trip overview
- Start
- Mexico City, Mexico
- Finish
- Playa del Carmen, Mexico
- Theme
- Explorer
- Destinations
- Mexico
- Physical rating
- Indicates how physically exerting a trip is, and how fit you will need to be to enjoy it. More info on physical ratings
- Style
- Original
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 16
- Trip code
- QVRM
- Explore the stunning Maya temples of Palenque and stroll through Chichen Itza, with local experts at both sites explaining their storied history.
- Visit the community of San Pedro Tlahuac, home to Nahuatl descendants, and enjoy a lunch made with produce picked fresh from a chinampa farm.
- Wander market stalls, relax in public parks and sample the enticing Mexican eats of Mexico City, Puebla and Oaxaca.
- Escape the Mexican heat in the highlands of San Cristobal de las Casas and explore surrounding villages where traditional customs and roots are thriving.
- Share Yucatecan specialties with locals then finish off your journey in the beachside hub of Playa del Carmen.
- This trip involves some long days of travel by private and local transport. While this can be tiring, it's also a fantastic way to rub shoulders with the locals and get under the skin of a place.
- Mexico's climate is sultry and tropical, so can get really hot and humid. Wear loose clothing and make sure you stay hydrated, especially while out on walking tours. You can also expect to walk a lot and the terrain is rarely flat. Make sure to pack a jacket for the higher altitude cities like Mexico City, Puebla and San Cristóbal de las Casas.
Itinerary
View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2024 - 31 December 2024
Inclusions
6 breakfasts, 4 lunches
Private vehicle, Public bus, Local bus, Taxi
Hotel (14 nights)
- Mexico City - Leader-led Taco Crawl
- Mexico City - Leader-led orientation walk
- Puebla - Leader-led orientation walk
- Puebla - Visit to La Pasita Bar
- Tlahuac - Community Visit
- Oaxaca - Leader-led walking tour
- Oaxaca - Tule Tree, Teotitlan weaving town, mescal distillery
- San Cristobal de Las Casas - Leader-led Orientation Walk
- San Juan Chamula - Maya Church (entrance fee)
- Agua Azul - Waterfall Visit
- Palenque - Archaeological site (Guide, Transport & Entrance fee)
- Merida - Leader-led orientation walk
- Campeche - Leader-led Orientation Walk
- Playa del Carmen - Leader-led Orientation Walk
- Chichen Itza - Archaeological site with local guide
- Piste - Traditional Maya Family Lunch
- Mexico City - Palace of Fine Arts (Palacio de Bellas Artes) (entrance fee) (Closed Mondays) - MXN84
- Mexico City - National Museum of Anthropology (entrance fee) (Closed Mondays) - MXN95
- Mexico City - Frida Kahlo Museum (entrance fee) - MXN263
- Mexico City - Metropolitan Cathedral (entrance fee) - Free
- Mexico City - Torre Latino 360° Lookout (entrance fee) - MXN179
- Mexico City - Diego Rivera Murals in the Mural Museum (Entrance Fee) - MXN37
- Mexico City - Teotihuacan Pyramids Urban Adventure - USD79
- Puebla - Lucha Libre Show (Mondays only) from - MXN368
- Puebla - Santo Domingo Church and Rosary Chapel (entrance fee) - MXN21
- Puebla - San Pedro Art Museum (entrance fee) - MXN47
- Puebla - Cholula archaeological site - MXN400
- Oaxaca - Monte Alban archaeological site (entrance fee) - MXN95
- Oaxaca - Santo Domingo Cultural Centre (entrance fee) - MXN89
- Oaxaca - Cooking class - MXN1500
- San Cristobal de Las Casas - Amber Museum (entrance fee) - MXN32
- Sumidero Canyon - Boat Excursion (entrance and transport) - MXN593
- Merida - Uxmal Ruins tour (inc. shared transport and guide) - MXN1470
- Merida - Las Coloradas Flamingo Tour (inc. shared transport and guide) - MXN1365
- Merida - Fernando Garcia Ponce-Macay Contemporary Art Museum (entrance fee) - Free
- Dos Ojos Cenote - Fresh Water Rock Pool (entrance fee with snorkelling gear & life jacket included) - MXN578
- Playa del Carmen - Ferry to Cozumel (Round-trip Ticket) - MXN525
Dates and availability
Important notes
1. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm on Day 1 in Mexico City. There are no activities planned for the final day so you may depart at any time.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights on your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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