Mexican Wonders and Cultural Treasures
Kicking off in Mexico City and wrapping up in Tuxtla Gutiérrez, this 14 day adventure blends big city buzz, colonial charm and epic landscapes. You’ll glide through Xochimilco’s canals, explore the Zócalo and Basilica of Guadalupe, then soak up mariachi vibes in Plaza Garibaldi. Expect butterfly country and artisan towns around Pátzcuaro and Morelia – plus Tlaquepaque and Guadalajara with UNESCO listed Hospicio Cabañas and a tequila tasting in Tequila. Wander colourful Guanajuato, San Miguel de Allende and Querétaro, visit Tula’s Atlantes and Puebla’s Talavera scene. In Oaxaca you’ll tour the historic centre and Monte Albán, then switch to Chiapas – Sumidero Canyon, Maya villages and cave filled ecoparks around San Cristóbal.
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Tour Overview
Duration
14 daysHotel Rating
3-4 star hotelsStarts
Mexico CityEnds
Tuxtla GutiérrezMinimum Age
No minimum ageMaximum Age
Tours have upper age limits for several reasons, such as but not limited to: tour pace, activity level, and accommodation standards. If you fall outside of this age limit, we do have lots of other tours in Mexico that are suitable for all ages!
Arrival Transfer
YesDeparture Transfer
NoTour Guide
Yes - English speaking guides (guiding may be in additional languages to English)Country
MexicoPassengers
$3,680.00
$500.00
Tour Style
Group Size
Min 2 / Max 65
Trip Type
Large Coach Tours
Range
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Tour Guide
Yes - English speaking guides (guiding may be in additional languages to English)Group Size
Min 2 / Max 65Range
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Trip Type
Large Coach ToursPlaces You'll See
Mexico City
El oro de hidalgo
Mine two star
Tlalpujahua
Patzcuaro
Morelia
Cuitzeo del porvenir
Guadalajara
Guanajuato
Dolores Hidalgo
San Miguel de Allende
Queretaro
Tula
Puebla
Oaxaca
San Pablo Villa de Mitla
Tuxtla Gutiérrez
Sumidero Canyon
Chiapa de Corzo
Zinacantán
San Juan Chamula
San Cristóbal de las Casas
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Mexico City
On arrival in Mexico City, we arrange your transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to relax after your flight or take a short stroll nearby at your own pace. Our guide will contact you in the late afternoon – please keep your phone on or check with reception – to welcome you and confirm the plan for tomorrow.
Please note: This tour may have travellers joining or departing at various points along the route, meaning group composition can change during the tour. Please also be aware that depending on group composition, guiding may be in additional languages as well as English.
Day 2 - Mexico City
A full day to discover Mexico City. In the morning we head to the neighbourhood of Xochimilco to glide along its canals on a colourful, flower–decked trajinera, passing the area’s semi–floating gardens. Afterwards we take a panoramic tour of the city, taking in the Plaza of the Three Cultures, the historic centre with the Zócalo, Metropolitan Cathedral and the Aztec Templo Mayor, Chapultepec Park, Paseo de la Reforma and the city’s main avenues. You’ll then have free time for lunch around the Zócalo.In the afternoon we visit the Basilica of Guadalupe – the most visited Catholic shrine in the Americas – to see both the old 18th–century basilica and the modern temple. In the evening we head to Plaza Garibaldi, known for its lively cantinas, restaurants and bars where mariachi bands perform. Dinner is included at a typical Mexican restaurant.
Day 3 - Mexico City - Mine two star - Tlalpujahua - Patzcuaro
We leave Mexico City for the forested highlands where the monarch butterflies spend the winter. We visit La Mina de las Dos Estrellas – a former mine turned museum that showcases the region’s mining heritage. We then explore Tlalpujahua, a Pueblo Mágico in Michoacán known for its magnificent Baroque sanctuary and handcrafted Christmas ornaments. You’ll have free time to stroll the cobbled streets and choose a place for lunch – you’ll notice Santa Claus figures in many of its shops. We continue to Pátzcuaro for a panoramic tour of this colonial city with deep pre–Hispanic roots, distinctive architecture and lively craft markets.
Day 4 - Patzcuaro - Morelia - Tlaquepaque - Guadalajara
From Pátzcuaro we depart for Morelia, capital of Michoacán – a UNESCO World Heritage city famed for its pink-stone architecture. On arrival, you can explore the historic centre at your own pace – the Cathedral, Plaza de Armas and the University of Morelia, founded in 1540, are key sights – and take time for lunch.We then stop in Tlaquepaque, a Pueblo Mágico known for mariachi, live performances, artisan shops and excellent local cuisine.We continue to Guadalajara, capital of Jalisco – a vibrant colonial city celebrated as the birthplace of mariachi and tequila – arriving in the late afternoon.
Day 5 - Guadalajara
This morning we explore Guadalajara – a modern metropolis with a colonial historic centre. We tour the historic core, including the Cathedral, the market and Plaza Tapatía, and visit Hospicio Cabañas, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Afterwards, we continue to the town of Tequila for an included visit to the Mundo Cuervo distillery to see how this famous Mexican drink is made – tasting included. You’ll then have free time to stroll and find lunch in picturesque Tequila before we return to Guadalajara.
Day 6 - Guadalajara - Guanajuato
We leave Guadalajara this morning and travel into the state of Guanajuato, arriving at midday. In the afternoon we explore Guanajuato on a guided city tour – a UNESCO World Heritage university city – taking in its steep slopes, narrow lanes and historic churches. We also ride the cable car up to El Pípila for panoramic views across the city.
Day 7 - Guanajuato - Dolores Hidalgo - San Miguel de Allende - Queretaro
Leaving Guanajuato, we travel through the mountains to Dolores Hidalgo – the birthplace of Mexican independence. We continue to the Sanctuary of Atotonilco – known as the Sanctuary of God and Country and recognised as a World Heritage Site – noting that access to the interior may not be possible if a retreat is in progress. We then explore San Miguel de Allende, a World Heritage city with elegant colonial architecture and cobbled streets; you have time to stroll at your own pace. Later, we arrive in Querétaro, admired for its historic centre, Plaza de Armas and lively pedestrian streets.
Day 8 - Queretaro - Tula - Puebla
We depart Queretaro for Tula for an included visit to the archaeological site – the ancient Toltec capital. We’ll see the Atlantes, striking warrior statues about four metres tall, along with the site’s pyramids, palaces and carved columns that reflect this civilisation’s sophistication. We then continue to Puebla for a panoramic tour of its historic centre, renowned for culinary traditions, colonial architecture and Talavera pottery. Highlights include its Renaissance-style cathedral and lively Zócalo. Overnight in Puebla.
Day 9 - Puebla - Oaxaca
Leaving Puebla, we travel through the mountains towards the state of Oaxaca, enjoying the scenery en route. We arrive in Oaxaca by late morning and begin our included visit of this UNESCO World Heritage city, known for its remarkable historic centre. In the afternoon we continue up to Monte Albán – set on a mountaintop about 400 metres above the Oaxaca Valley – for an included guided tour with entrance. This ancient site is the most magnificent of the Zapotec cities. We return to Oaxaca afterwards, where you’ll have free time to keep exploring at your own pace.
Day 10 - Oaxaca - San Pablo Villa de Mitla - Tuxtla Gutiérrez
We depart Oaxaca early, making a brief stop in San Pablo Villa de Mitla – a Pueblo Mágico – where you’ll have time for a short stroll around the 16th–century Church of San Pablo and along its rustic streets. We then continue through the mountains of Oaxaca toward the isthmus, with lunch included en route. By late afternoon we arrive in Tuxtla Gutiérrez, the capital of Chiapas.
Day 11 - Tuxtla Gutiérrez - Sumidero Canyon - Chiapa de Corzo - Zinacantán - San Juan Chamula - San Cristobal de las Casas
We travel to the Cañón del Sumidero and board a boat to cruise this striking gorge – its cliffs rise close to 1 km over a 14 km stretch. Back on land, we stroll through Chiapa de Corzo, a colonial town known for its traditions. We then delve further into Maya culture with visits to Tzotzil communities: in Zinacantán we see the distinctive women’s dress and weaving workshops, and in San Juan Chamula we observe a church where Catholicism blends with pre Hispanic rites. We continue to San Cristóbal de las Casas – you have the afternoon free to explore this beautiful colonial city, founded in 1528.
Day 12 - San Cristobal de las Casas
We set out from San Cristóbal de las Casas for an eight-hour excursion with a local operator. Our first stop is Las Grutas del Mamut – a vast cave named for a rock formation that resembles a mammoth – where we admire striking natural formations. We then continue to El Arcotete Ecotourism Park, a scenic area of varied vegetation and abundant wildlife. Here, a dramatic stone arch carved over thousands of years by the Fogótico River links to caves with caverns, rock formations and stalactites to explore. Our final visit is Rancho Nuevo Ecotourism Park, home to a cave that stretches 10.2 kilometres and reaches depths of up to 550 metres. An illuminated pathway leads 750 metres into the cavern, set within a conifer forest where you can also choose to go horse riding, camping, hiking or caving.We return to San Cristóbal de las Casas, where you have free time for the rest of the day.
Day 13 - San Cristobal de las Casas
We set out on a five-hour excursion with a local tour operator to Moxviquil, a learning community focused on sustainability. Here we explore native birdlife, observe pollinators and insects, visit the beautiful orchid garden, and follow the signature interpretive hiking trail – a hands-on way to connect with the surrounding nature.We then visit the Museum of Maya Medicine, dedicated to sharing and preserving Tsotsil–Tseltal healing practices in Chiapas. The displays present traditional methods and the roles of community healers, including the Jilol (pulse reader), Koponej witz (mountain prayer specialist), Tzakbak (bone setter), Jvetome (midwife) and Acvomol (herbalist). We return to the hotel, and the rest of the afternoon is free for you to spend as you wish.
Day 14 - San Cristobal de las Casas - Tuxtla Gutiérrez
According to your flight schedule, we include a transfer from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Tuxtla Gutiérrez airport. You then take your chosen flight – not included – to Mexico City or onward to another destination. This marks the end of your journey.
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Pre and Post Tour Accommodation
Extend your tour with us by booking pre and post-accommodation, available at a per-person, per-night rate.
Pre-Tour Accommodation - Mexico City
Hotels
The hotels listed below are examples which we frequently use on this tour. Alternative hotels of a similar standard may be used instead.
Confirmation of the hotels used may not be available until 48 hours before the tour departs.
If you are interested in booking pre or post-tour accommodation, here are some of the hotels we typically use.
Prices & Dates
Departure dates are guaranteed with 2 travellers. 'Double/Twin' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. 'Triple' prices are per person when there are 3 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Shared' prices are for solo travellers who are happy to share with another solo traveller of the same sex in a twin room - a single room will be provided at no additional cost if there are no suitable travellers to share with.
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