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Best of Mexico (Small Group Tours)

Summary:

Raise a margarita to the beauty and culture of Mexico on this adventure. Discover Maya history at the incredible Chichen Itza ruins and visit Indigenous communities near the charming San Cristobal de las Casas. Indulge in a traditional pibil feast (slow r...

Duration
15 Days
Cities
13
Next Departure
03-May-2025
Starting at
USD 4,520.00
USD 3,164.00
Price per day
USD 211.00
Tour Type
Tour Type

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  • Intrepid
 
Operator
Intrepid Travel
Tour
Best of Mexico
Travel Style
Small Group Tours
Group Size
1 - 12
Categories
tour category: Divingtour category: Boattour category: Bicyclingtour category: Walkingtour category: Naturetour category: Cooking

Summary

Raise a margarita to the beauty and culture of Mexico on this adventure. Discover Maya history at the incredible Chichen Itza ruins and visit Indigenous communities near the charming San Cristobal de las Casas. Indulge in a traditional pibil feast (slow roasted pork) with a Maya family and learn about Zapotec culture over lunch in a local home. Stroll the charming streets of Merida, be charmed by the alebrijes of Oaxaca and chill out on the beaches of Playa del Carmen. From museums and ruins to canyons and waterfalls, this journey will give you a taste of Mexico’s best.

Map: Best of Mexico (Intrepid)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1
Mexico City
Day 2
Mexico City
Day 3
Puebla
Day 4
Puebla
Day 5
Oaxaca
Day 6
Oaxaca
Day 7
Salina Cruz
Day 8
San Cristobal De Las Casas
Day 9
San Cristobal De Las Casas
Day 10
Palenque
Day 11
Palenque
Day 12
Merida
Day 13
Merida
Day 14
Playa Del Carmen
Day 15
Playa Del Carmen

Travel Cities (13): Carmen, Chichén Itzá, Cholula, Leon, Merida, Mexico City, Oaxaca, Palenque, Playa del Carmen, Puebla, San Cristobal De Las Casas, Teotihuacán, Uxmal

Highlights

  • Discover the fantastical world of alebrijes – folk art sculptures of mythical creatures – during a visit to a women-run workshop outside Oaxaca. The artists will share their process and stories of how they came to specialise in these artworks.
  • Take a step way, way back during enlightening guided tours through the ancient ruins of Chichen Itza, Teotihuacan, Palenque and Mitla.
  • Get a taste of Maya culture during a homecooked pibil lunch with a local family, sampling this traditional method of cooking which involves barbecuing food underground.
  • Explore the Maya communities surrounding San Cristobal de las Casas and learn about local culture, religion and the traditional way of life retained in the highlands.
  • Sail the mighty Sumidero Canyon on board a guided boat tour, cruising below the canyon’s towering walls and spotting wildlife along the way.

Travel Package

 

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Mexico City

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Carmen

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