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Mexico: Central Mexico & the Yucatan Peninsula

14 days, Oaxaca to Tulum

14 days

Oaxaca to Tulum

From$33434HKD
was $44579
Valid on Oct 13 2024
Trip Code: CMOT

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Travel Style: The Geluxe Collection

With perfectly paced itineraries, one-of-a-kind accommodations, and comfort at their very core, these premium active trips are adventure at its finest.

Service Level: Upgraded

Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.

Physical Rating: 3 - Average

Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.

Trip Type: Small Group

Small group experience; Max 16, avg 12

Age requirement: 18+

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14 days

Oaxaca to Tulum

From$33434HKD
was $44579
Valid on Oct 13 2024
Trip Code: CMOT

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Map of the route for Mexico: Central Mexico & the Yucatan Peninsula

Places visited

  • Mexico

Itinerary

Day 1Oaxaca: An Immersion into Mexico

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.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Welcome Moment Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

Meals included:

Dinner

Day 2Oaxaca: Past and Present

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.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch

Day 3Oaxaca: Cycle to Hierve el Agua

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.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch

Day 4Puebla: Artistic and Culinary Traditions

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.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Foodie Moment Mole-Making Demonstration

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 5Mexico City: Canals and Frida Kahlo

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.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch

Day 6Mexico City: Your OMG Day

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.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your OMG Day Teotihuacán Visit or Mexico City Food Tour

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 7Playa del Carmen: The Yucatan Peninsula

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.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Dinner

Day 8Valladolid: Visit Chichen Itzá

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.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch

Day 9Mérida hacienda: A Living Ranch

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.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 10Mérida Hacienda: Cenotes

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.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 11Mérida hacienda: Your OMG Day

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.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your OMG Day Visit Uxmal or Kayak in the Celestún Biosphere| Your Foodie Moment Traditional Cochinita Pibil Meal Experience

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 12Tulum: Seaside Coastal Ruins

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.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch

Day 13Tulum: Explore the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve

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.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 14Tulum

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

Meals included:

Breakfast
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Your OMG Stay

Parador San Miguel

Oaxaca, Mexico

3 nights (Day 1 - 3)

Cozy and quintissentially Mexican, the Parador San Miguel oozes charm, with colourful traditional design that Oaxaca is known for. With comfortable rooms and spacious common areas, the hotel is the perfect place to return to after a day of exploring.

Why we love this stay

  • Centrally located, just a couple of blocks from the main plaza
  • Beautifully decorated, true to the Oaxaca style
  • A gorgeous inner courtyard area with flowers and natural light

Hacienda Sotuta de Peón

Mérida, Mexico

3 nights (Day 9 - 11)

The historic Hacienda Sotuta de Peón is a working hacienda near Mérida, with comfortable villas set amongst agave plants. Living traditions, friendly staff and amazing scenery will make for an unforgettable stay.

Why we love this stay

  • A fantastic location for exploring this part of the Yucatan Peninsula
  • Cool off from the heat in a huge pool surrounded by lush gardens
  • Delicious typical food prepared from fresh ingredients

What's Included

  • 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

Accommodations

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

Meals

13 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 8 dinners
Allow USD195-255 for meals not included.

Transportation

Private vehicle, bicycle, plane, boat, walking.

Staff & experts

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Available extras (Add these to your tour when you book)

My Own Room - From $23629.00

If you're travelling solo and would prefer to have your own private room throughout your trip, select this option during the online booking process.

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Mexico: Central Mexico & the Yucatan Peninsula

| 14 days - Oaxaca to Tulum - from $33434 HKD