Opportunities to snorkel in cenotes, visit Mayan sites, and climb Aztec pyramids at Teotihuacán; vibrant nightlife, colourful markets, tasty Mexican food and drink, white sand beaches of the Mayan Riviera.
Departures
All departures on this trip are guaranteed to operate as scheduled once you have booked.
Reverse Itinerary
This trip also runs in reverse - see trip code MCM.
From the hustle of modern Mexico City, which preserves its magic from centuries gone by, to the ruins at Chichén Itzá, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, this adventure takes in the cultural and historical highlights. It’s perfect for travellers on a tight budget looking to see as much as possible of this diverse region.
What's Included
- Orientation walk in Oaxaca, San Crístóbal De Las Casas and Mérida.
- No meals included. (Allow USD340-470 for meals not included.)
- Simple hotels (13 nts), overnight bus (1 nt).
- Public bus, taxis.
- Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout.
- Small group experience; Max 15, avg 10
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Places Visited
- Mexico
Day 1 Mexico City
Arrive at any time.
Day 2 Mexico City
Option to visit Aztec ruins of Teotihuacan or explore bustling Mexico City. By night, option to witness a high-flying "lucha libra" (Mexican wrestling) match.
Day 3 Puebla
Orientation walk around town. Option to view the city's famous hand-painted ceramics and tiles or sample the delicious Mole Poblano sauce.
Day 4-6 Oaxaca
Orientation walk around town. Option to travel to nearby artisan communities or visit the Zapotec ruins of Monte Albán.
Day 7-8 San Cristóbal de las Casas
Orientation walk around town. Option to visit nearby indigenous Mayan villages to see unique day-to-day life or journey to beautiful Sumidero Canyon for a relaxing boat ride.
Day 9-10 Palenque
Option to visit ruins of Palenque, set deep in the jungle.
Day 11-12 Mérida
Orientation walk around town. Option to visit Mayan ruins of Uxmal or visit 3 nearby cenotes (underground pools) in the town of Cuzamá.
Day 13-14 Chichén Itzá/Playa del Carmen
Option to visit Mayan ruins of Chichén Itzá and lounge on Mayan Riviera beaches.
Day 15 Playa del Carmen
Depart at any time.
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