Mexico: Viva Mexico with the best places

What a place to start our adventure! Known for its mountainous surroundings, rich history and incredible structures, we start the tour with a walking tour of the historic center. As we stroll the bustling streets, we’ll learn about the Aztec Empire and the history of the Spanish conquest, and see icons like the Metropolitan Cathedral and Plaza Garibaldi. The afternoon is at your leisure, you can visit a museum or see a traditional performance. Tonight we’ll fuel up with an authentic Mexican feast before hitting the nightlife.

• Accommodation: Hotel Posada Viena

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We say goodbye to the metropolis and continue to Puebla, a beautiful colonial city surrounded by volcanoes. We will spend the morning visiting the city’s artisan markets, sampling the local cuisine and marveling at the Baroque architecture. After lunch, continue to Oaxaca, the gastronomic capital of Mexico.

• Accommodation: Selina Hostel Oaxaca

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Today you will learn about some of Mexico’s most famous exports – food and drink! First we explore the markets, then we drive into the valley and visit a traditional mezcal distillery. There we learn everything about this invigorating drink. This handcrafted spirit is made from agave and is similar to tequila but with a smokier flavor. After that we make our way to the beautiful town of Chiapas De Corzo where we will spend the night.

• Accommodation: Hotel La Ceiba

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Today we explore some of the most beautiful natural landscapes in Mexico by boat. As we drive through the Sumidero Gorge, we’ll see cascading waterfalls and lush jungle, and if we’re lucky, we’ll even spot a few cheeky monkeys and lurking crocodiles. Later we head up into the mountains to our next stop, the charming colonial town of San Cristobal de las Casas.

• Accommodation: Rossco Hostel

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This morning we visit the indigenous communities of San Juan Chamula and Zinacantan to learn about the fusion of ancient Mayan traditions and modern day belief systems. Back in the city, we orient ourselves with a stroll through the most popular markets, squares and magnificent churches. In the afternoon, you have the option to sit back in a café on the main square or lose yourself in the quaint cobbled streets.

• Accommodation: Rossco Hostel

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We leave the mountains and drive through lush valleys to the famous blue waterfalls of Agua Azul, where we can cool off with a dip in the crystal clear pools. In the afternoon we visit the Mayan ruins of Palenque – surrounded by the jungle, they are probably the most beautiful ruins in Mexico. Be enchanted by the beauty of this archaeological site with its magnificent pyramids. Once an important and influential trading city of the Maya, most of it is still covered by the wild lowland jungle.

• Accommodation: Hotel Plaza Palenque

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We get an early start and drive to Calakmul, where we learn more about how this city became one of the most powerful centers of the Mesoamerican Empire. Later we continue to Bacalar where more exciting adventures await us.

• Accommodation: Rancho Encantado Hotel

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Today we spend exploring the stunning turquoise lagoon of Bacalar on a private boat tour. The blue tones will cast a spell over us and the sun’s rays will pamper us. Nothing on the program but swimming and relaxing – you really will feel like you’re in paradise.

• Accommodation: Rancho Encantado Hotel

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Our Mexican fiesta continues as we travel to the Yucatan Peninsula. After checking into our hotel in Tulum, a city known for its white sand beaches and oceanfront Mayan ruins, we have the rest of the day to hit the beach and enjoy life!

• Accommodation: Selina Hotel

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We have a lot planned for today! First, head to Chichen Itza, an impressive UNESCO World Heritage site with the massive pyramid called El Castillo. We will have plenty of time to take in this majestic ancient site before heading to Valladolid for lunch. Spend the afternoon bathing in the clear waters of the beautiful Chukum Cenote before heading back to Tulum to watch the sunset and cap off another great day of discovery.

• Accommodation: Selina Hotel

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This morning it’s off to Playa del Carmen, a city known for its palm-fringed beaches and vibrant nightlife. You have enough time to snorkel at the coral reefs and laze on the beach. Tonight we will celebrate properly at our farewell dinner and throw ourselves into the nightlife!

• Accommodation: Hacienda Paradise by Xperience Hotels

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Our Mexican adventure is coming to an end and it’s time to say goodbye.
There are no more activities planned for this day and you can leave at any time. If you haven’t had enough, extend your stay for a few days and experience even more of the Riviera Maya.

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