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Maya ruins, colonial towns and coastal relaxation combined
Get a true taste of Mexico with 15 days travelling from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen. Passing by the mighty ruins of Teotihuacan, marvel at the colourful delights and local craft industries of Oaxaca, learn of traditional indigenous customs in the Chiapas highlands at San Cristobal de las Casas, explore lush jungle temples with an archaeologist at the Palenque ruins and wind up on the beaches of the Yucatan Peninsula. Savour the best food on a taco crawl and Zapotecan lunch, tour Aztec, Maya and Zapotec sites and stroll the streets with your local leader to get a true insight into these vibrant and vivacious lands.
- Start
- Mexico City, Mexico
- Finish
- Playa del Carmen, Mexico
- Destination
- Mexico
- Style
- Peregrine
- Code
- PSMI
- Physical rating
- Trip rating
- 4 reviews
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1, Max 12
Why you'll love this trip
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Learn of the ancient Zapotec, Maya and Aztec histories with visits to the ruins of Teotihuacan, Mitla, Chichen Itza and Palenque, joined by specialist guides to further enhance your visit.
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Discover traditional craft industries and the locals who produce them in Oaxaca and Zinacantan, learning about Zapotec woven fabrics, textile making, mezcal distilling and beeswax candle-making.
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Understand the diversity of true Mexican food with experiences such as an included taco crawl in Mexico City and a Zapotecan family lunch in the Oaxacan countryside.
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Be one with nature in Mexico as you explore cenotes, the Sumidero Canyon and Agua Azul waterfall throughout your journey with your small group.
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Relax at the historic Hotel Geneve in Mexico City – your Feature Stay property. This elegant museum hotel is located in the city’s Pink Zone, close to popular restaurants and shopping districts.
Is this trip right for you?
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Some included activities, such as guided tours of archaeological sites, can be strenuous. Be sure to bring comfortable and sturdy footwear.
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There are a few long days of travel, as you'll be covering a lot of ground. So be prepared for some driving. You will, however, make stops at interesting locations along your way to break things up.
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Due to sporadic Zapatista protests in the region around Palenque, some changes to Day 8 of your itinerary may be necessary.
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The tropical climate of Central America means conditions can be hot and humid. Always carry plenty of water with you and stay hydrated, especially on walking tours.
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Itinerary
Accommodation
- Hotel Geneve or similar, Feature stay (1 night)
Included Activities
- Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer
Optional Activities
- Mexico City - Leon Trotsky Museum (entrance fee) - MXN40
- Mexico City - Frida Kahlo Museum (entrance fee) - MXN270
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Special Information
The arrival transfer is only valid if arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-trip accommodation through us. Please provide your flight details at the time of booking, or at a minimum 14 days prior to travel, as we may not be able to confirm a request made within 14 days of travel.It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance and emergency contact details at this time. If you are going to be late please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.
This trip can be booked as part of a longer combination trip – Mexico & Cuba Highlights. As such, some of your fellow travellers may continue travelling to Cuba at the end of this trip. Please contact a Peregrine booking agent or search trip code PSCMC on the Peregrine website for more information or to book.
Accommodation
- Hotel Geneve or similar, Feature stay (1 night)
Included Activities
- Mexico City - National Museum of Anthropology (entrance fee)
- Mexico City - Leader-led City Tour of Historic Center
- Mexico City - Metropolitan Cathedral (entrance fee)
- Mexico City - Diego Rivera Murals in the National Palace (entrance fee)
- Mexico City - Leader-led Taco Crawl
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodation
- Hotel Geneve or similar, Feature stay (1 night)
Included Activities
- Teotihuacan - Archaeological site (Entrance fee, Guide & Transport)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Hotel Victoria or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Puebla - Visit Puebla on route to Oaxaca
- Oaxaca - Leader-led Orientation Walk
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Hotel Victoria or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Oaxaca - Beeswax candle shop visit
- Mitla - Archaeological site (Entrance fee, Guide & Transport)
- Oaxaca - Guided full-day tour including the Tule Tree, a Mezcal distillery, and lunch in a Zapoteca family home
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodation
- Hotel Casa Vieja or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Sumidero Canyon - Boat Excursion (entrance and transport)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
Please note that occasionally towards the end of dry season (November–April) the water level in Sumidero Canyon may become too low for us to safely take the boat tour. If our staff deem this activity to be unsafe, we will replace it with another included activity of similar value.Accommodation
- Hotel Casa Vieja or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- San Cristobal de Las Casas - Leader-led City Tour
- San Juan Chamula - Maya Church (entrance fee)
- Zinacantan - Maya Church (entrance fee)
- Zinacantan - Textile making interaction with Maya Community
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Hotel Chablis or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Agua Azul - Waterfall Visit (entrance fee)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Special Information
Due to increased activity by the Zapatista movement in the region around Palenque, some changes to your itinerary may be necessary for your safety. Some transport to and from Palenque may need to be rerouted, which means longer travel times of up to 9 hours. Currently there are no safety issues within the city of Palenque itself, or at the nearby Mayan archaeological site. We’re constantly monitoring this situation to ensure the safety of our passengers and leaders.Accommodation
- Casa Don Gustavo or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Palenque - Archaeologist-led visit to Palenque Ruins (Entrance, Guide & Transport)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Casa Don Gustavo or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Campeche - Leader-led city tour
Optional Activities
- Campeche - San Miguel Fort - Free
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- La Mision de Fray Diego or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Celestun Biosphere Reserve - Boat Tour (entrance fee, guide and transport included)
- Merida - Leader-led Orientation Walk
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- La Mision de Fray Diego or similar (1 night)
Optional Activities
- Merida - Regional Museum of Yucatan - MXN52
- Merida - Uxmal Ruins tour (inc. shared transport and guide) - MXN810
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Hotel Hacienda Paradise or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Chichen Itza - Archaeological site (Entrance fee, Guide & Transport)
- Cenote I'kil - Fresh water rock pool with option to swim (Entrance fee & Transport)
- Playa del Carmen - Leader-led Orientation Walk
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodation
- Hotel Hacienda Paradise or similar (1 night)
Optional Activities
- Playa del Carmen - Ferry to Cozumel (Round-trip Ticket) - MXN300
- Playa del Carmen - Half-day tour of Tulum Archaeological site (Entrance fee, Guide & Transport) - MXN800
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Meals
14 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinnersTransport
Private vehicle, PlaneAccommodation
Hotel Feature stay (3 nights), Comfortable hotel (11 nights)Included Activities
- Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer
- Mexico City - National Museum of Anthropology (entrance fee)
- Mexico City - Leader-led City Tour of Historic Center
- Mexico City - Metropolitan Cathedral (entrance fee)
- Mexico City - Diego Rivera Murals in the National Palace (entrance fee)
- Mexico City - Leader-led Taco Crawl
- Teotihuacan - Archaeological site (Entrance fee, Guide & Transport)
- Puebla - Visit Puebla on route to Oaxaca
- Oaxaca - Leader-led Orientation Walk
- Oaxaca - Beeswax candle shop visit
- Mitla - Archaeological site (Entrance fee, Guide & Transport)
- Oaxaca - Guided full-day tour including the Tule Tree, a Mezcal distillery, and lunch in a Zapoteca family home
- Sumidero Canyon - Boat Excursion (entrance and transport)
- San Cristobal de Las Casas - Leader-led City Tour
- San Juan Chamula - Maya Church (entrance fee)
- Zinacantan - Maya Church (entrance fee)
- Zinacantan - Textile making interaction with Maya Community
- Agua Azul - Waterfall Visit (entrance fee)
- Palenque - Archaeologist-led visit to Palenque Ruins (Entrance, Guide & Transport)
- Campeche - Leader-led city tour
- Celestun Biosphere Reserve - Boat Tour (entrance fee, guide and transport included)
- Merida - Leader-led Orientation Walk
- Chichen Itza - Archaeological site (Entrance fee, Guide & Transport)
- Cenote I'kil - Fresh water rock pool with option to swim (Entrance fee & Transport)
- Playa del Carmen - Leader-led Orientation Walk
Dates & availability - 2021 season
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Important notes
1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information. 
3. This trip includes domestic flights. The luggage allowance is 25kg for check in luggage and 10kg for carry on.
4. Full name exactly as per passport is required at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on the passport), for internal flights. Ticketing fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases you will be required to cover the cost of issuing a new ticket.

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