Accommodation

Hostels (11 nts), Hotel (1 nt)

Others

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Discover Moment: Oaxaca. Insiders tour of Mexico City with included street food lunch. Boat ride along the ancient canals of Xochimilco. Typical food experience meal in Oaxaca with tequila and mezcal tastings. CEO-led orientation walk in Puerto Escondido. Beach time at Puerto Escondido. Excursion from Mérida to cycle between and swim in cenotes. Guided tour of Chichen Itzá and Tulum ruins. Dinner inside a cenote near Valladolid. Beach time at Tulum. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

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Transport

Private vehicle, public air-conditioned bus, taxi, plane.

Meals

12 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Not included:

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

Flights

Flights are not included

Others

COMBO TRIP Please note that this tour combines with other G Adventures tours. As such, the staff and some travel companions on your tour may have previously been traveling together with G Adventures, prior to Day 1 of your tour. Likewise, some staff and travel companions may be continuing together on another G Adventures tour, after your trip concludes. 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.Mexico City - Museum of Frida Kahlo (Casa Azul) (267.50-297.50MXN per person) - Lucha Libre Match (350-500MXN per person) - National Museum of Anthropology (95MXN per person) Teotihuacán - Teotihuacán Guided Tour Oaxaca - Hierve el Agua Day Trip - Mole Cooking Class (1200MXN per person) - Mezcal Factory Tour San Pablo Villa de Mitla - Valley of Mitla Ruins Visit (950MXN per person) Monte Albán - Monte Albán Tour (900MXN per person) Puerto Escondido - Laguna de Manialtepec Visit - Surfing - Stand Up Paddle Boarding Playa del Carmen - Cenote Visit (40-60USD per person)

Insurance

Insurance is not included

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Day 1 Day 1: Mexico City
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Mexico City

Arrive at any time, and kick back at the hostel or head out to explore the city before meeting up with fellow Roamies in the evening. Grab a drink on the hostel rooftop terrace or check out the nearby main plaza, which is always buzzing at night.

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

Day 2: Mexico City (1B, 1L)

Mexico City is so huge that it’s hard to know where or how to start exploring, but stick with us, we’ve got your back! Set off in a private ride with a local expert and head to the Monument to the Revolution to get great views from the top and learn a thing or two about Mexico’s history. Continue to the iconic "El Angel" statue for the obligatory photos and then head to the trendy area of Colonia Roma Norte to visit a local market and find some mouth-watering tacos al pastor to devour for lunch. The rest of the afternoon is yours to continue exploring the city or maybe take a trip out to visit the ruins of Teotihuacán. Lucha libre in the evening, anyone?

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Day 3 Day 3: Mexico City/Puebla (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Mexico City/Puebla (1B)

You’re not done with Mexico City quite yet! Head out to the colourful neighborhood of Xochimilco where you’ll float along in a typical "trajinera" boat along the canals of this ancient water system built by the Aztecs. Browse the floating markets for souvenirs and snacks and maybe hear some mariachis along the way before hopping back on the bus. Arrive in the colonial city of Puebla in the early afternoon and brush up on your Spanish with the CEO before having some time to explore a bit or to relax at the hostel.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle

Included Activities:
- Xochimilco Boat Tour
- Puebla Orientation Walk
Day 4 Day 4: Puebla/Oaxaca (1B, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Puebla/Oaxaca (1B, 1D)

Head south today on a bus to Oaxaca, (pronounced "Wah-ha-cah" in case you were wondering), a city packed full of culture and incredible food. You’ll dive straight into the regional cuisine in the evening with a big spread of delicious local dishes like tamales, tlayudas or some of the ridiculously delicious mole. Throw in some local tequila and you’ve got yourself a party in your mouth.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner

Transport:
- Local Bus 05:00 - 06:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Oaxaca Orientation Walk
- Oaxaca Food and Drink Extravaganza
Day 5 Day 5: Oaxaca (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Oaxaca (1B)

Freedom! Enjoy a full day in Oaxaca where you can choose from a heap of fun things to do. Want to see some ancient ruins? Visit the nearby site of Monte Albán. Want to stay local? Take a city tour or channel your inner chef with a cooking class. Ultimately the day is yours so if that means having a few more sips of mezcal at a local tavern or chilling at the hostel then that is a-ok by us too.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Optional Extras to chose from:
- Hierve el Agua Day Trip

Additional Notes: You can pre-book the Hierve el Agua Day Trip during check-out and pay a visit to a petrified waterfall outside of Oaxaca.
Day 6 Day 6: Oaxaca/Puerto Escondido (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Oaxaca/Puerto Escondido (1B)

Road trip to the beach! Head out on a windy road up through the mountains, bound for the Pacific coast and the relaxed beach town of Puerto Escondido. Enjoy a CEO-led orientation walk upon arrival. The remainder of the afternoon is all yours; find somewhere for lunch on your own and settle in for some serious R&R or beach time, you deserve it.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

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

Included Activities:
- Puerto Escondido CEO-led Orientation Walk
Day 7 Day 7: Puerto Escondido (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Puerto Escondido (1B)

Take a day to do as much or as little as you want, there’s no judgement here. Maybe it’s the beach or a surf class that’s calling your name or possibly it’s a ’hang-around’-the-hostel’ kind of day with the crew. Your CEO is always on hand to make recommendations or to pull up a seat at the bar with, the choice is yours. Did someone say fish tacos?

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Day 8 Day 8: Puerto Escondido/Mérida (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Puerto Escondido/Mérida (1B)

Peel yourself off the beach and catch a flight north to Mérida via Mexico City. Head to the hostel and relax with a cold drink or explore the surroundings before meeting some newly-joining Roamies in the evening for the next leg of the adventure.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Plane 04:30 - 05:00 Hr(s)
Day 9 Day 9: Mérida (1B, 1L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Mérida (1B, 1L)

Ok, so every day on this trip is amazing but we’ll venture to say that this one is ridiculous. You’ll explore some of the many cenotes in the area, giant sinkholes in the earth formed by underground freshwater rivers. Hop on a bike to cycle between a few of them and swim in the crystal-clear waters to take a break from the heat. After a yummy lunch, return to Mérida and spend the rest of the day wandering the city or relaxing in a hammock at the hostel. Sound about right?

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch

Included Activities:
- Santa Barbara Cenotes Visit
Day 10 Day 10: Mérida/Valladolid (1B, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Mérida/Valladolid (1B, 1D)

Ready for another epic day? Keep your sunscreen and the camera handy today as you’ll be checking a major bucket item off of your list. Head into the jungle to the massive Mayan ruins of Chichen Itzá for a guided tour and time to walk around on your own. Then continue to Valladolid to drop off your stuff at the hostel and chill for a bit before heading out for dinner, where you’ll learn about the Mayas and have a chance to devour a spread of delicious Yucatan dishes cooked over the fire, like pollo pibil and tamales with fresh handmade tortillas.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner

Transport:
- Transport

Included Activities:
- Chichen Itzá Guided Tour
Day 11 Day 11: Valladolid/Tulum (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Valladolid/Tulum (1B)

Pile into the bus and head to the white sand and turquoise waters of the Mayan Riviera. But before you hit the beach we have more ruins to see - Tulum! The only of the Mayan temples to be built right next to the ocean, you will be filling your feed with jaw-dropping photos in no time. Spend the rest of the day on the beach, hanging out at the hostel or at one of the many bars and cafes in town.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Local Bus 01:30 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Tulum Ruins Visit
Day 12 Day 12: Tulum (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Tulum (1B)

The beach at Tulum is pretty stellar that’s for sure, and today is yours to do with it what you want. Feeling active and want to explore more? Go snorkelling at the natural waterpark of Xel-Há or visit some more cenotes. Feeling the ocean vibes instead? Stay local and hit the beach before shoring up at the hostel bar for a cold beverage. After dinner head to one of the beach clubs to dance the night away under the stars.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Day 13 Day 13: Tulum (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Tulum (1B)

Say goodbye to your Roamies and depart at any time, or keep the adventure going by continuing to Cancún on the next leg of this epic journey.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

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13 days tour

Central Mexico & Yucatan: Mexico City, Oaxaca, Oh Yeah

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Itinerary of your trip Central Mexico & Yucatan: Mexico City, Oaxaca, Oh Yeah

Day 1: Mexico City

Day 2: Mexico City (1B, 1L)

Day 3: Mexico City/Puebla (1B)

Day 4: Puebla/Oaxaca (1B, 1D)

Day 5: Oaxaca (1B)

Day 6: Oaxaca/Puerto Escondido (1B)

Day 7: Puerto Escondido (1B)

Day 8: Puerto Escondido/Mérida (1B)

Day 9: Mérida (1B, 1L)

Day 10: Mérida/Valladolid (1B, 1D)

Day 11: Valladolid/Tulum (1B)

Day 12: Tulum (1B)

Day 13: Tulum (1B)

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