Meals

13 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 8 dinners

Transport

Private vehicle, bicycle, plane, boat, walking.

Accommodation

Hotels (10 nts), Historic Working Hacienda (3 nts).

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Others

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Foodie Moment: Mole-Making Demonstration, Puebla Your OMG Day: Teotihuacán Visit or Mexico City Food Tour, Mexico City Your OMG Day: Visit Uxmal or Kayak in the Celestún Biosphere, Mérida Your Foodie Moment: Traditional Cochinita Pibil Meal Experience, Sotuta de Peón. Complimentary arrival transfer. Welcome dinner. Historical walking tour of Oaxaca and Monte Albán visit with a local guide. Full-day biking excursion to Hierve el Agua petrified waterfall. Mezcal tasting at an agave plantation. Orientation walk of Puebla’s historical centre with visit to a talavera workshop. Boat ride through the Xochimilco canals on a traditional ’trajinera’. Visit the Frida Kahlo Museum at Casa Azul. Guided tour of Chichen Itzá archaeological site. CEO-led orientation walk in Valladolid. Tour of a working agave hacienda. Excursion to cycle between and swim in cenotes. City tour of Mérida. Guided tour of Tulum ruins. Full-day excursion to Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve. Farewell dinner. All tips included for activities and meals, except for CEO and porterage. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

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Others

1. Please note that on Mondays most museums in Mexico City are closed. The itinerary allows for a free afternoon on day 2 (Sunday) to visit some of the most popular museums should you choose, however if you desire more time than this then we recommend booking extra hotel nights before the tour starts to get the most out of Mexico City. 2. ACCOMMODATION NOTE: Please be aware that properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary. 3. QUINTANA ROO TOURIST TAX Please note there may be a $271MXN (approximately $14 USD) tourist tax at Cancún International Airport, however it is usually included in international tickets. Please verify with your airline if the departure tax is included in your airfare.Oaxaca - Mezcal Factory Tour - Mole Cooking Class (1200MXN per person)

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

Insurance

Insurance is not included

Flights

Flights are not included

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Day 1 Day 1: Oaxaca: An Immersion Into Mexico (1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Oaxaca: An Immersion Into Mexico (1D)

In the heart of Mexico lies Oaxaca, a land rich with indigenous cultures and incredible food, often considered to be the gastronomical heartland of the country. As you make your way into the city from the airport, savour the sights, sounds and smells of this vibrant and ancient metropolis. We welcome you to Mexico, and invite you to indulge in the traditions and flavours that make the country so unique.
Arrive to Oaxaca at any time and transfer to the hotel. Meet your fellow group members at the welcome meeting in the evening and get all the important information about the adventure ahead. Afterwards, head to a nearby restaurant for a delicious welcome dinner with new friends.

Meals Included:
- Dinner

Transport:
- Arrival Transfer

Included Activities:
- Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Day 2 Day 2: Oaxaca: Past And Present (1B, 1L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Oaxaca: Past And Present (1B, 1L)

Oaxaca’s rich history and architecture is on full display with picturesque plazas, churches and charming cafes and restaurants around every corner. The valley and environs of Oaxaca have been inhabited for tens of thousands of years and has a wealth of fascinating archaeological sites which all tell their own stories about the Oaxaca’s past and about how it has evolved into what it is today.
Take a morning historical tour of Oaxaca on foot and by vehicle with a local guide before visiting the Monte Albán archaeological site. Have a delicious lunch at a typical restaurant as an introduction to the regional cuisine before a free afternoon for individual exploration. Enjoy a free evening to choose from one of the many great restaurants or join the CEO at their local favourite.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch

Included Activities:
- Oaxaca Historical Tour and Monte Albán
Day 3 Day 3: Oaxaca: Cycle To Hierve El Agua (1B, 1L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Oaxaca: Cycle To Hierve El Agua (1B, 1L)

Feel the breeze on your face as you pedal through farmland and agave plantations, a plant that has become a symbol of Mexico’s famous spirits – tequila and mezcal. Indigenous communities have thrived in these parts and have held the agave plant sacred, as well as the imposing petrified waterfall of Hierve el Agua which is the crowning jewel of your ride.
Head out on a biking excursion from Santa Maria del Tule to Hierve el Agua petrified waterfall with time for swimming and lunch, then stop at a local agave farm for mezcal tastings on the way back to Oaxaca. Free evening with dinner on your own or with the CEO.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch

Included Activities:
- Biking Excursion Santa Maria to Hierve el Agua
- Agave Farm Visit & Mezcal Tasting
- Hierve el Agua Petrified Waterfall Visit
Day 4 Day 4: Puebla: Artistic And Culinary Traditions (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Puebla: Artistic And Culinary Traditions (1B, 1L, 1D)

Nestled amongst mountains and active volcanoes, Puebla is a feast for the senses. Marvel at 15th century architecture as you wander the cobblestone streets of the historical centre and get wafts of delicious aromas around every corner. Famous also for its beautiful and unique talavera pottery, Puebla is a treat to explore and to taste, with the delectable and essential mole poblano standing out as the region’s flagship dish.
Travel from Oaxaca to Puebla and take an orientation walk with the CEO of the historical centre, including a visit to a talavera pottery workshop before lunch at a local restaurant. In the evening, enjoy a mole demonstration and dinner.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- Transport 05:30 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Orientation Walk
- Mole-Making Demonstration
Day 5 Day 5: Mexico City: Canals And Frida Kahlo (1B, 1L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Mexico City: Canals And Frida Kahlo (1B, 1L)

Gliding along the ancient canals of Xochimilco on a traditional ’trajinera’ boat is a multi-sensory and quintessentially Mexican experience. The brightly-coloured boats pass by with everything from local families, to mariachi bands to vendors selling tacos or flowers. Many of these aspects of traditional popular culture also served as an influence in the artwork of Frida Kahlo, one of Mexico’s most famous artists who grew up in the nearby neighbourhood of Coyoacán, in Mexico City’s southern reaches.
Drive to Mexico City and take a boat trip along the Xochimilco canals before visiting the Casa Azul, which was home to Frida Kahlo and now houses a museum of her work and story. Free evening with dinner on your own or with the CEO.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch

Transport:
- Transport 02:30 Hr(s)
- Private Vehicle 00:45 - 01:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Xochimilco Boat Tour
- Museum of Frida Kahlo (Casa Azul)
Day 6 Day 6: Mexico City: Your Omg Day (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Mexico City: Your Omg Day (1B, 1L, 1D)

The history of the ancient Aztecs permeates all aspects of Mexico City in its architecture, traditions and food. Whatever your interest, you will have the opportunity to visit the massive pyramids of Teotihuacán or to stay in the city dig deeper into what makes the bustling metropolis one of the world’s most interesting cities.
Choose either a half-day visit to the Teotihuacán archaeological site or take a historical and food tour of Mexico City. Enjoy a free afternoon to continue exploring or to visit one of the many excellent museums before a farewell dinner in the evening.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Included Activities:
- Teotihuacán Visit or Mexico City Food Tour
Day 7 Day 7: Playa Del Carmen: The Yucatan Peninsula (1B, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Playa Del Carmen: The Yucatan Peninsula (1B, 1D)

The first thing you’ll notice as you get off the plane in Cancún is that it’s a lot warmer in the Yucatán than it is in Central Mexico. The peninsula is clad with jungle in its interior, spotted with ancient Mayan archaeological sites throughout and edged with the white-sand beaches which make it so famous.
Fly from Mexico City to Cancún and transfer to Playa del Carmen. Take an orientation walk with the CEO to get your bearings followed by an optional walk to the beach. Meet new travellers in the evening at dinner near the hotel.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 01:00 Hr(s)
- Plane 02:30 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Playa del Carmen Orientation Walk
Day 8 Day 8: Valladolid: Visit Chichen Itzá (1B, 1L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Valladolid: Visit Chichen Itzá (1B, 1L)

At the first glimpse of the massive pyramid at Chichen Itzá, you’ll see why photos can’t properly do it justice as you appreciate the sheer size and craftsmanship. Duck between the shade of trees to escape the blazing sun and explore what was a massive Mayan city, one of the most important in the region in its heyday. Jungle surrounds the site along with giant sinkholes in the limestone called cenotes, leading to the vast network of underground rivers, all of which played an important part in the cosmology and daily lives of the Maya inhabitants.
Travel inland for a guided tour of Chichen Itzá archaeological site before enjoying a delicious typical lunch nearby. Continue to the town of Valladolid and set off on a CEO-led orientation walk before enjoying a free evening.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 00:45 - 01:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- CEO-led Orientation Walk
- Chichen Itzá Guided Tour
Day 9 Day 9: Mérida Hacienda: A Living Ranch (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Mérida Hacienda: A Living Ranch (1B, 1L, 1D)

In many ways life at a working ranch (hacienda) mirrors what it would have been like hundreds of years ago, using traditional techniques in agriculture and raising livestock. The harvesting of henequen, a type of agave plant known locally as "green gold" is important in all sorts of practical ways as the fibres are used to make ropes, twine and even local spirits.
Head east across the Yucatan Peninsula to a living hacienda, our base for the next few days. Take a tour of the facilities and learn about the history of henequen production and uses before some free time to relax before dinner.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 02:30 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Mérida Hacienda Private Tour
Day 10 Day 10: Mérida Hacienda: Cenotes (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Mérida Hacienda: Cenotes (1B, 1L, 1D)

Pedaling through the jungle, you’ll approach a giant hole in the earth filled with clear blue water that beckons you to take a break from the heat in the cool, fresh water. This part of the Yucatán is littered with these iconic landmarks that were so sacred to the Maya and serve as the perfect way to cool off and swim. The nearby city of Merida serves as the capital city of the Yucatán and embodies a unique cultural heritage of the indigenous cultures and the Spanish who settled here in the 1500s.
Full day excursion to the cenotes, cycling between them and swimming with lunch. Take a short city tour of Merida en route back to the hacienda in the evening.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 01:00 Hr(s)
- Private Vehicle 00:45 - 01:00 Hr(s)
- Private Vehicle 45:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Santa Barbara Cenotes
- City Tour
Day 11 Day 11: Mérida Hacienda: Your Omg Day (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Mérida Hacienda: Your Omg Day (1B, 1L, 1D)

The Mayan ruins of Uxmal may not be as well-known as Chichen Itzá but they are similarly spectacular and with less visitors. If you’re looking for something more active, then perhaps a kayaking trip in the Celestún Biosphere may hold more interest, the choice is yours. Flexibility is the order of the day for you to experience the Yucatan on your own terms.
Choice of guided tour in the morning, both options with lunch. Return to the hacienda in the afternoon with time to relax before digging into a traditional and delicious local meal of cochinita pibil and other regional delicacies.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Included Activities:
- Visit Uxmal or Kayak in the Celestún Biosphere
- Traditional Cochinita Pibil Meal Experience
Day 12 Day 12: Tulum: Seaside Coastal Ruins (1B, 1L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Tulum: Seaside Coastal Ruins (1B, 1L)

What was once a small unknown town on the Mayan Riviera has now become the next big thing. The ruins themselves are one of the very few Mayan site lying along the coast, and in its day Tulum was an important outpost for trade and for strategic positioning. The azure blue water and white sand beaches make it one of the most beautiful places you have ever seen.
Travel across the Yucatan from Mérida to Tulum and take a guided tour of the ruins. Enjoy a free evening to choose from one of the many great restaurants or join the CEO at their local favourite.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 03:30 - 04:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Tulum Ruins Visit
Day 13 Day 13: Tulum: Explore The Sian Ka’An Biosphere Reserve (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Tulum: Explore The Sian Ka’An Biosphere Reserve (1B, 1L, 1D)

Meaning "The Place Where the Sky is Born," the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve is one of the most beautiful places along Mexico’s Caribbean coast, designated as a UNESCO Heritage Site for its vast biodiversity and wetlands. Explore by boat along a network of canals dug out by the Mayans and search for wildlife like monkeys, crocodiles and tropical birds. Cool off in the the crystal clear water of one of the canals as you float past Mayan ruins and mangrove forests.
Full-day tour of the Sian Ka’an Biosphere reserve by boat. Return to the hotel in the afternoon and enjoy a farewell dinner at the beach.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 02:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve Excursion
Day 14 Day 14: Tulum (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Tulum (1B)

The adventure finishes today, and you can depart at any time.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Included Activities:
- Departure Day

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Day 1: Oaxaca: An Immersion Into Mexico (1D)

Day 2: Oaxaca: Past And Present (1B, 1L)

Day 3: Oaxaca: Cycle To Hierve El Agua (1B, 1L)

Day 4: Puebla: Artistic And Culinary Traditions (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 5: Mexico City: Canals And Frida Kahlo (1B, 1L)

Day 6: Mexico City: Your Omg Day (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 7: Playa Del Carmen: The Yucatan Peninsula (1B, 1D)

Day 8: Valladolid: Visit Chichen Itzá (1B, 1L)

Day 9: Mérida Hacienda: A Living Ranch (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 10: Mérida Hacienda: Cenotes (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 11: Mérida Hacienda: Your Omg Day (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 12: Tulum: Seaside Coastal Ruins (1B, 1L)

Day 13: Tulum: Explore The Sian Ka’An Biosphere Reserve (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 14: Tulum (1B)

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