Compare Mexico City Stopover by Intrepid Travel vs Mexico: From city to sea by Audley Travel
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| Duration | 3 days | 14 days |
| Price From | $ 740 | $ 4,334 |
| Price Per Day | $ 247 | $ 310 |
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| Trip Style | Small group tour | Private guided tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Standard |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Ground transport included |
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Navigate your way through Mexico’s enormous and vibrant capital on this jam-packed Short Break Adventure. Set out on a city tour and learn the history surrounding the stunning sights of one of the biggest cities in the Americas. Wander the stalls of Mercado de San Juan and be overwhelmed by the incredible array of produce on display. Venture out of the city and experience the incredible Aztec ruins of Teotihuacan with a knowledgeable local guide, then be welcomed into a family home to share some authentic dishes bursting with local flavours. In your spare time, simply chill out with a tequila or two and let this city’s ambience take over. |
The temples of Chichén Itzà, swimming in aquamarine underground cenotes, Mexico City from the perspective of Frida Kahlo’s paintbrush or its exuberantly costumed processions for the Day of the Dead… On a tailor-made holiday with Audley, we won’t just show you the popular places to visit in Mexico. Our specialists, leaning on their experiences of travelling and living in the country, will help you decide on the places that speak most to you. Ride the Copper Canyon railway to reach the wilderness of the Sierra Madre. Spy humpback whales breaching in the seas around Baja California. Go to church in tiny highland towns like San Cristóbal de las Casas, witnessing indigenous beliefs melding with Catholicism in shamanic ceremonies. Take a private cooking class in Oaxaca and learn how to make mole under the guidance of an expert chef. The sleepy sands of Isla Holbox. The stately, Spanish colonial town of Morelia. Mayan ruins smothered in jungle, deep in the Yucatán Peninsula. Travel at your own pace, in your own style, with the confidence that we’ll show you the best places to visit in Mexico. |
Day 1 Mexico City
Bienvenidos! Welcome to Mexico City. Check in to your hotel, where a welcome pack will be waiting for you. This will include all the information you need for your Short Break Adventure. If you have free time today, why not venture into the streets and check out this incredible city. Modern meets ancient in Mexico City – one of the world's largest urban centres. Although crowded and smoggy, D.F. (Distrito Federal) offers a great variety of impressive museums, galleries and architecture, along with exciting night life and delicious street food. Why not head to the Zocalo – the city's huge central square – to see Aztec ruins and colonial architecture or relax in one of the many parks, plazas and gardens.
Day 2 Mexico City
Pick up the rest of your travel mates today and head out of town by public transport, experiencing how locals move about this crowded city. Hop off at the archaeological area of the Teotihuacan pyramids and explore the grounds. Visit the Moon Pyramid, the Calzada de los Muertos (Dead Pass), and the 63-m-high Sun Pyramid, the tallest and most spectacular in the area. Next, head to a nearby village and stop by a family-run business where you’ll learn about obsidian – the material that the Teotihuacan people use to make their tools, idols and decorations. You’ll also get to sip pulque (an ancient sacred drink), considered by some as the great-grandfather of tequila! After working up an appetite, be welcomed into a family home for a memorable lunch where you’ll be served authentic dishes bursting with local flavours and plenty of Mexican hospitality. After lunch, head back to Mexico City.
Day 3 Mexico City
Have breakfast this morning and then take some time to refresh and pack up, before checking out of your hotel. You can leave your luggage here this morning, before heading out on today’s final adventures. Your guide will pick you up from the hotel, at 10 am, for an epic journey of exploration through Mexico’s incredible capital. Let your expert guide bring 700 years of history back to life as you uncover little-known facts and hidden hotspots, from Aztecs to art, in one of the biggest cities in the Americas. Head into the heart of Mexico City – the Plaza de la Constitucion – and hear about the remains of an ancient city located under the modern metropolis. Visit iconic sites like the Templo Mayor and the Metropolitan Cathedral – the biggest cathedral on the continent – and see one of Diego Rivera's most famous murals at Museo Mural. Head to the fresh food stalls at Mercado San Juan and shop for snacks and souvenirs. Wander through the Palace of Fine Arts (Palacio de Bellas Artes) and when you’re finished, your guide will lead you back to your hotel, where your trip will come to an end.
Day 1 : Mexico City
Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Mexico City. On arrival in Mexico City you will be met and driven to your hotel.
Day 2 : Mexico City
Today your guide will take you to Teothuacan and the Shrine of Guadalupe - a great introduction to the history of this part of the world.
Day 3 : Mexico City
Having experienced the history already today you will come into the modern day with a street food tour of the city. Mexico City has become a mecca for many foodies and the routes of that fantastic cuisine is on the streets. Your private guide will ensure that you try some of the best (and most interesting!).
Day 4 : Mexico City
A day at leisure - Mexico City has wonderful galleries and museums to explore, or you can relax in the day, saving energy for the night scene.
Day 5 : Puebla
Leaving the city you will transfer to the Colonial town of Puebla, stopping for a tour of Cholula on the way.These old colonial towns are steeped in history and give a real insight to the country.
Day 6 : Oaxaca
Leaving Puebla your guide will drive you to Oaxaca where you will have a tour in the afternoon.
Day 7 : Oaxaca
A gentle half day tour to Monte Alban as part of a small group.
Day 8 : Oaxaca
Back with your own guide today you will visit Yagul, Tiacolula and Mitla.
Day 9 : Huatulco
Leaving the interior behind you will fly to the Pacific coast today for some time on the beach.
Day 10 : Huatulco
A day at leisure to explore - there is plenty to see and do here besides relaxing on the beach so do ask us if you want to be busy!
Day 11 : Huatulco
Today we've included a small group excursion to the Magic Waterfalls and a coffee plantation.
Day 12 : Huatulco
A final day to relax before you begin your journey home.
Day 13 : International return flight
Transfer to the airport to begin your onward journey.
Day 14 : International return flight
Arrive home today to complete your journey.
