Days:
13
Starts:
Mexico City
Finishes:
Playa Del Carmen
Meals:
12B, 2L, 2D
From:
$2199USD
Viva Mexico
Highlights
Crammed full of rich cultural tradition, fiery eats, and breathtaking landscapes, there’s something for everyone in this colourful country. From the bustle of vibrant Mexico City to gorgeous colonial towns and the palm-fringed beaches of Playa Del Carmen, we’ve created a 13 day adventure to immerse yourself in ancient wonder and natural beauty at every turn. Oh, and did we mention that you’ll be doing all this with a knowledgeable group leader, plus an instant crew of new mates? The trip of a lifetime just got even better… get ready to turn up the HEAT!
What's Included
12 NIGHTS ACCOM
From tropical oasis' to traditional Hacienda-style buildings, you'll experience it all!
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13 DAYS OF EPIC ACTIVITIES
Visit vibrant streets, swim in magical cenotes, sip margs on some of the most beautiful beaches & more!
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ALL TRANSPORT INCLUDED
All transport during your adventure is sorted, including a private minivan!
AWESOME GROUP LEADER
You'll get an awesome group leader from the moment you step off the plane to provide 24/7 support during & after your trip.
16 MEALS
12 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches & 2 Dinners
10 TREES PLANTED
We'll be planting 10 trees for every INTRO Travel booking made on your behalf!
Itinerary
MEXICO CITY
Hola and welcome to Mexico City! On arrival we’ll meet you at the airport and take you to our hotel. You’ll have time to relax before meeting up with your new group of mates, and this evening we’ll head out and immerse ourselves in the capital's intoxicating atmosphere and get excited for the adventures to come!
MEXICO CITY
Today we explore the fascinating historical centre. We’ll gain insight into the centre of the Aztec Empire, and learn about the history of Spanish conquest. We'll pass icons like the Cathedral Metropolitan and Zocalo and then have free time to explore, listen to a mariachi song or two and see some floating shops for snacks and drinks. Tonight we enjoy a traditional Mexican dinner and show in Plaza Garibaldi!
OAXACA
After breakfast we’ll depart for the beautiful ‘Magic Town’ Puebla, flanked by four of Mexico’s famous volcanoes. Here we’ll learn about the history of the area - such as, this town is where Cinco de Mayo originates from! Following lunch we’ll continue our journey to Oaxaca. Once we’ve checked in to our accommodation, we’ll head out and discover some of the streets by moonlight, enjoying the local bars and restaurants!
TEHUANTEPEC
First up today we’ll visit a local family to learn about how hand-made textiles are produced, then we’re off into the valley to visit a traditional mezcal distillery. We’ll learn all about this energising spirit, then we’ll head to the beautiful town of Tehuantepec, where we will spend the night.
SAN CRISTOBAL DE LAS CASAS
Hopping on a local boat we’ll cruise through the immense Canyon of Sumidero, spotting towering waterfalls, lush jungle valleys, searching for monkeys and coming face to face with crocodiles. We’ll then head up into mountains to our next destination - the iconic city of San Cristobal de las Casas. Enjoy a short walking tour and Pox tasting - a traditional drink from Chiapas region, before going out to an incredible dinner.
SAN CRISTOBAL DE LAS CASAS
A cobblestoned city maintaining much of its Spanish colonial layout, today San Cristobal de las Casas is ours to discover. We’ll visit a local family to learn and make a traditional breakfast and then enjoy the breakfast with the family. Later we’ll visit the church of St. Juan Bautista in the town of San Juan Chamula. The afternoon is free for you to visit the local markets, try some of the famous Chiapas coffee, see the beautiful churches in San Cristobal de la Casas.
PALENQUE
This morning we’re up early to drive through lush green valleys before arriving at the stunning cascading waterfalls of Agua Azul. We’ll have plenty of time to swim in clear pools and snap some of the best grams of your life before we head off to the famous ancient Mayan city of Palenque to explore mesmerising pyramids and tombs that were once lost amongst the thick tropical jungle.
BACALAR
This morning’s we leave for Chicanná, a majestic Mayan archaeological site rising from the jungle. This afternoon we’ll continue to Bacalar, a town that witnessed the Caste War of Yucatan between the native Maya people and the European-descending Yucatecos.
BACALAR
Today we get to uncover Bacalar’s immaculate blue lagoon on a private boat tour. Also called the Lagoon of Seven Colours due to it’s jaw-dropping blue and turquoise hues, today is the perfect day in paradise with abundant opportunities to swim, see cenotes, work on our tans and enjoy a few drinks.
TULUM
Our Mexican adventure continues as we depart Bacalar for the Riveria Maya, a gorgeous stretch of Carribean coastline on the Yucatan Peninsula. On arrival in Tulum - a place famous for it’s perfect white sand and Mayan ruins facing the sea - we’ll check in and spend the afternoon exploring Tulum's ruins, catching the sunset by the beach.
TULUM
First up today is another icon - Chichen Itza, a masterpiece of Mayan culture that has earned it UNESCO World Heritage protection. After soaking in the majesty of this ancient place, we'll then enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience swimming in the crystal clear waters of a stunning cenote, a natural limestone swimming hole in a secret subterranean world.
PLAYA DEL CARMEN
After breakfast in Tulum we’ll travel to the palm-lined, tropical beaches of Playa del Carmen. We’ll have the day to relax on the beach, or walk along 5th Avenue - a famous street full of restaurants, bars and shops. Tonight we have our farewell dinner before heading out for some final drinks, a tequila shot (or two) and a dance!
PLAYA DEL CARMEN
Time to bid farewell as our unforgettable Mexican adventure comes to an end. You can either check out and make your way back home or continue your travels in Central America. If you need any assistance planning onward travel, we’ll be there to help.
#SmallChange
Making a positive difference to the amazing destinations we travel is at the core of what we do. Small Change is our own socially conscious initiative aimed at making the world that little bit better place to explore!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Lots of people on our trips are travelling solo. But by doing our trip you’ll instantly be part of a group, so it’s a great way to meet others and make friends! Most of our accommodation is twin or triple share, so we will put you in a room with someone of the same gender.
You can start chatting to people in your group and other travellers before you leave. Just go to our Facebook page and join the Mexico group.
Travel insurance is compulsory for all our trips. Click here to organise a quote and policy for yourself.
Just let us know who you’re travelling with after you’ve booked and your relationship to them, and we’ll organise appropriate room shares for you. Our booking system takes one booking at a time, so if you’re booking for multiple people just complete a separate booking for each person. It’s super quick and easy!
No worries. Unless you tell us otherwise we’ll automatically book you into our accommodation from the day you arrive, and then you can just pay for your extra nights on arrival. If you’re staying at our accommodation we will provide a personal airport pick up even if you arrive early.
The great thing about Mexico is that it’s usually warm year round, so you can go anytime. Between December and April it’s the dry season and there’s virtually no rain, and the coolest months are between December and February.
While there are certain areas within Mexico known for crime, these are limited and nowhere near where INTRO goes.
Mexico is a very popular tourist destination and safe to travel to, with only the need for the usual commonsense precautions we recommend for all our destinations.
At INTRO we have not only chosen the most beautiful and fascinating areas of Mexico but also places we know to be safe. Another benefit of travelling Mexico as part of a guided group tour.
All your activities, accommodation, transport and some meals are included, so you’ll just need money for any extra meals, drinks, shopping and any onward travel. We recommend you bring at least £400 / $700 spending money.
Most accommodations we stay at have free Wi-Fi available. Mexico's network quality is often lower than you’re used to but you can generally connect and do basic stuff.
We always recommend travelling with a backpack and packing light! 10-20kgs of stuff should be plenty. It’s generally quite hot in Mexico so dragging around a huge suitcase is not much fun. There is luggage storage at the airport or at some accommodations if needed.
Your destination or airline may have COVID-19 vaccination or testing requirements to enter. It is your responsibility to adhere to these requirements to ensure your arrival is not impacted and you can join your tour without issue.
Download our trip notes and our INTRO Travel app on the App Store or the Google Play Store for more info and FAQ's, or just contact us.
We are here to help throughout your whole experience and ensure you have the trip of a lifetime!
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