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Compare Mexico City Stopover by Intrepid Travel vs Picture Perfect Mexico: 5-Star Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort by Great Value Vacations

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Duration 3 days 4 days
Price From $ 740 $ 1,151
Price Per Day $ 247 $ 288
Highlights
  • Bring 700 years of history back to life as your expert local guide shares history and hotspots from around Mexico City – one of the biggest cities in the Americas!
  • Visit the Metropolitan Cathedral – the biggest cathedral on the continent. Then, see one of Diego Rivera's (the lover of Frida Kahlo) most famous murals at Museo Mural.
  • Head out of Mexico City to learn about Teotihuacan culture, from pre-Hispanic pyramids to modern handicrafts.
  • Explore local towns and visit two independent, family-run businesses where you can pick up authentic, locally made (or grown) souvenirs such as tequila, candy and cacti.
  • Feast on a delicious dinner in a Mexican family home, with food sourced straight from organic farms and cooked with local flavours (and a whole-lotta-love)!
  • By travelling on this trip, you’ll learn about our Intrepid Foundation partner, Gastromotiva. Donations help them provide nutritious, balanced meals for vulnerable people in Mexico. Intrepid will double the impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Intrepid Foundation.
  • Want to stay longer? You can extend this trip up to a total of 8 days!
Trip Style Small group tour Retreats
Lodging Level Standard Standard
Physical Level
  • 2- Easy
  • 2- Easy
Travel Themes
  • Cultural
  • Relaxing Retreats
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Relaxing Retreats
Countries Visited
Cities and Attractions
  • Mexico City
  • San Juan
N/A
Flights & Transport Ground transport included Airfare included
Activities
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Relaxing Retreat
Meals Included N/A N/A
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.

Experience luxurious paradise at the renowned Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort, where dozens of upscale amenities are at your service. Lounge on the pristine private beach, dive into any (or all) of the resort's nine pools, and feast at the hotel's surplus of delicious restaurants. Off the resort you can visit nearby attractions like the exciting Xel-Há Park, Gran Cenote, and more.

Itinerary: Mexico City Stopover

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.

Itinerary: Picture Perfect Mexico: 5-Star Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort

Day 1 Welcome to Cancun!

You've made it to the sunny shores of Cancun, welcome! Take your comfortable transfer to your fabulous accommodations at the Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort, get settled in, and then head outside! With nine spectacular pools to choose from, it won't be hard to find a dazzling sun spot at the Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort. Tonight, visit the on-site Chiringuito Grill to indulge in mouthwatering Mexican Fusion cuisine.

Day 2 Riviera Maya

Grab your favorite pair of sunnies and sunscreen, then head to your resort's beautiful private beach today! Sit back and relax in the glorious sun, swim in the crystal clear water, and enjoy your favorite tropical drink. Looking for something different? You can feast on delectable Italian cuisine at the resort's Italian Restaurant, or try some tantalizing pizza at Chiringuito Pizza.

If you'd rather venture off the resort, perhaps you'd like to visit the historic Tulum Mayan Ruins, one of the more spectacular Mayan ruins in Yucatan. Alternatively, perhaps you'd like to get your adrenaline racing at the Xel-Há Park! This aquatic theme park is bursting with exciting things to do like snorkeling, zip-lining, jungle trails, cave explorations, and so much more.

Day 3 Riviera Maya

You simply can't travel to Mexico without visiting one of the many incredible cenotes located in the Yucatan region. Cenotes are limestone caves with water where you can swim, explore and more – a perfect adventure for today! There are many cenotes in Mexico, but some of the most popular cenotes in Tulum are the Dos Ojos Cenote and Gran Cenote. Whichever you choose to explore, you're surely in for an unforgettable adventure!

Alternatively, maybe you'd simply like to hang back at the hotel today! Relax by any of the beautiful pools, play a few rounds of beach volleyball, or treat yourself to ultimate relaxation at the resort's full-scale spa. Tonight, try out another restaurant such as the Noriku which features contemporary Asian dishes.

Day 4 Depart Cancun!

It's time to stuff your souvenirs into your suitcase, take your transfer to the airport, and board your flight home. Recall memories of this luxurious beach vacation, and start dreaming about your next getaway!

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