Compare Mexico City Stopover by Intrepid Travel vs Discover Copper Canyon by train by Audley Travel
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| Duration | 3 days | 14 days |
| Price From | $ 740 | $ 5,868 |
| Price Per Day | $ 247 | $ 419 |
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| Trip Style | Small group tour | Private guided tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Standard |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Internal airfare and ground transport included |
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| Description |
Navigate your way through Mexico’s enormous and vibrant capital on this jam-packed Short Break Adventure. Set out on a city tour and learn the history surrounding the stunning sights of one of the biggest cities in the Americas. Wander the stalls of Mercado de San Juan and be overwhelmed by the incredible array of produce on display. Venture out of the city and experience the incredible Aztec ruins of Teotihuacan with a knowledgeable local guide, then be welcomed into a family home to share some authentic dishes bursting with local flavours. In your spare time, simply chill out with a tequila or two and let this city’s ambience take over. |
The temples of Chichén Itzà, swimming in aquamarine underground cenotes, Mexico City from the perspective of Frida Kahlo’s paintbrush or its exuberantly costumed processions for the Day of the Dead… On a tailor-made holiday with Audley, we won’t just show you the popular places to visit in Mexico. Our specialists, leaning on their experiences of travelling and living in the country, will help you decide on the places that speak most to you. |
Day 1 Mexico City
Bienvenidos! Welcome to Mexico City. Check in to your hotel, where a welcome pack will be waiting for you. This will include all the information you need for your Short Break Adventure. If you have free time today, why not venture into the streets and check out this incredible city. Modern meets ancient in Mexico City – one of the world's largest urban centres. Although crowded and smoggy, D.F. (Distrito Federal) offers a great variety of impressive museums, galleries and architecture, along with exciting night life and delicious street food. Why not head to the Zocalo – the city's huge central square – to see Aztec ruins and colonial architecture or relax in one of the many parks, plazas and gardens.
Day 2 Mexico City
Pick up the rest of your travel mates today and head out of town by public transport, experiencing how locals move about this crowded city. Hop off at the archaeological area of the Teotihuacan pyramids and explore the grounds. Visit the Moon Pyramid, the Calzada de los Muertos (Dead Pass), and the 63-m-high Sun Pyramid, the tallest and most spectacular in the area. Next, head to a nearby village and stop by a family-run business where you’ll learn about obsidian – the material that the Teotihuacan people use to make their tools, idols and decorations. You’ll also get to sip pulque (an ancient sacred drink), considered by some as the great-grandfather of tequila! After working up an appetite, be welcomed into a family home for a memorable lunch where you’ll be served authentic dishes bursting with local flavours and plenty of Mexican hospitality. After lunch, head back to Mexico City.
Day 3 Mexico City
Have breakfast this morning and then take some time to refresh and pack up, before checking out of your hotel. You can leave your luggage here this morning, before heading out on today’s final adventures. Your guide will pick you up from the hotel, at 10 am, for an epic journey of exploration through Mexico’s incredible capital. Let your expert guide bring 700 years of history back to life as you uncover little-known facts and hidden hotspots, from Aztecs to art, in one of the biggest cities in the Americas. Head into the heart of Mexico City – the Plaza de la Constitucion – and hear about the remains of an ancient city located under the modern metropolis. Visit iconic sites like the Templo Mayor and the Metropolitan Cathedral – the biggest cathedral on the continent – and see one of Diego Rivera's most famous murals at Museo Mural. Head to the fresh food stalls at Mercado San Juan and shop for snacks and souvenirs. Wander through the Palace of Fine Arts (Palacio de Bellas Artes) and when you’re finished, your guide will lead you back to your hotel, where your trip will come to an end.
Day 1 : Mexico City
Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Mexico City. When you arrive in Mexico City you will be met by your guide who will drive you to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time there may be time to head out and explore from your hotel.
Day 2 : Mexico City
A great introduction to Mexico is a tour to Teotihuacan and you will have your own guide to make the most of this incredible temple site.
Day 3 : Mexico City
A chance to stretch your legs today on a walking tour of Coyoacan, Frida Kahlo and San Angel, within lunch included to keep you and your guide going.
Day 4 : El Fuerte
A domestic flight will take you to Los Mochis on the coast of the Gulf of California. Here you will be met and driven to the small town of El Fuerte.There will be time for a walking tour of the town which was once an important trading hub for the mines in the region.
Day 5 : Cerocahui
Today you will board El Chepe, the train that will take you through the Copper Canyon. On the first day of this truly spectacular journey you will travel to Bahuichivo at an altitude of around 1,800m above sea level. You will be met at the station and driven to Cerocahui, a tiny village where forestry is the main industry. It is situated in the Canyon itself and has access to a stunning view point where three canyons meet.
Day 6 : Barrancas/Divisadero
This morning you will have a tour to that stunning view point before boarding the train again. You continue on to Barrancas which is near the highest point at 2,350m above sea level.From the station there will be a shuttle to the well named Hotel Mirador.
Day 7 : Barrancas/Divisadero
Today you will ride the Copper Canyon Cable Car taking in the best views of the region including Outlook points and the Balancing Rock.
Day 8 : Chihuahua
This morning is free for you to relax or explore further and in the afternoon you will board the train to Chihuahua. This section of track rises and falls through mountainous scenery as you ultimately descend to around 1,600m.Leaving the train for the final time you will be met and driven to your hotel.
Day 9 : Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
A domestic flight will take you to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo on the Pacific Coast.This beautiful and historic town will be your base for the next few days as you take advantage to relax a little.
Day 10 : Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
Time at leisure. There are plenty of water based activities that can be arranged here or you can head inland and keep equally active if you want so please do let us know if you prefer to keep going. If not then sit back and enjoy the relaxing coastal town.
Day 11 : Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
Time to explore the town.
Day 12 : Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
A final day to relax on the beach.
Day 13 : International return flight
Your driver will return to take you to the airport for your onward flight.
Day 14 : International return flight
Arrive home today to complete your journey.
