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Viva Mexico
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Overview
Viva Mexico: Small Towns, Festivals & Fun is a carefully crafted two-week journey designed to capture the very best of Mexico in one vibrant, easy-flowing itinerary. Blending culture, celebration, and relaxation, this trip brings together the experiences that make Mexico truly unforgettable.
Timed to coincide with the magic of Day of the Dead, we travel through some of the country’s most character-filled destinations, where lively plazas, local flavours, and rich traditions take centre stage. With a balance of guided experiences and free time, there’s space to explore, unwind, and soak it all in.
From the highlands to the Caribbean coast, this is Mexico at its most immersive, colourful, and full of life, all in one seamless two-week adventure.
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Mexico
We begin in Guadalajara, the birthplace of tequila and mariachi, before heading into agave country to visit traditional distilleries and experience the lively town of Tequila.
From here, we journey into Mexico’s highlands to the vibrant city of Guanajuato, arriving just as Day of the Dead begins, when the streets fill with candlelight, music, and celebration. We continue to San Miguel de Allende, one of Mexico’s most beautiful towns, where we experience the final days of festivities and explore its cobbled streets, markets, and food scene.
Travelling toward Mexico City, we stop at the incredible pyramids of Teotihuacán before flying south to the Yucatán Peninsula. In Mérida, we discover colonial charm and swim in crystal-clear cenotes hidden in the jungle.
The journey ends on the Caribbean coast in Tulum, where we explore jungle ruins, relax on white-sand beaches, and soak up the laid-back atmosphere, before a final night together in Cancún.
2 Week Itineray Outline
| Time | Destination |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive Guadalajara Welcome to Mexico! Arrive in Guadalajara, the birthplace of tequila and mariachi. Transfer to your hotel in the historic centre and settle in for the start of an unforgettable journey. |
| Day 2 | Tequila Excursion Today we head into the heart of tequila country. Travel through fields of blue agave to the town of Tequila, where we visit both a traditional distillery and a smaller artisanal producer. Enjoy tastings, explore the lively town, and soak up the atmosphere before returning to Guadalajara. |
| Day 3 | Guadalajara → Guanajuato Journey through Mexico’s scenic highlands to the vibrant colonial city of Guanajuato. As evening approaches, the city begins to come alive with the sights, sounds, and colour of Day of the Dead celebrations. |
| Day 4 | Guanajuato – Day of the Dead Spend the day exploring Guanajuato’s winding alleyways, colourful houses, and unique underground streets. As night falls, experience the magic of Day of the Dead with candlelit altars, music, and lively street celebrations. |
| Day 5 | Guanajuato → San Miguel de Allende A short drive brings us to San Miguel de Allende, one of Mexico’s most beautiful towns. Experience the final Day of the Dead festivities and enjoy time exploring its vibrant streets, galleries, and local life. |
| Day 6 | San Miguel de Allende: Join a walking food tour to taste local specialties. The afternoon is free for galleries, artisan shops, or a visit to nearby hot springs such as Escondido or La Gruta. |
| Day 7 | San Miguel → Teotihuacán → Mexico City Travel toward Mexico City, stopping to explore the incredible ancient site of Teotihuacán. Walk the Avenue of the Dead and take in the scale of this remarkable place before continuing to the capital.San Miguel → León → Mérida Drive to León/Guanajuato Airport (BJX) and take a direct flight to Mérida. Spend the afternoon exploring |
| Day 8 | Mexico City → Mérida Enjoy a short morning walk through Mexico City’s historic centre before heading to the airport for your flight to Mérida in the Yucatán Peninsula. |
| Day 9 | Cenotes of the Yucatán Discover the region’s famous cenotes, natural limestone pools hidden in the jungle. Swim in crystal-clear water and enjoy a relaxed day surrounded by nature before returning to Mérida. |
| Day 10 | Mérida → Tulum Travel across the Yucatán Peninsula to the Caribbean coast. Arrive in Tulum and settle into your beachside hotel, with time to explore the laid-back beach road. |
| Day 11 | Tulum – Free Day A full day to relax and enjoy Tulum. Spend time on the beach, browse boutiques, or simply soak up the Caribbean atmosphere. |
| Day 12 | Coba Ruins & Cenote Explore the jungle ruins of Coba by bicycle, then cool off with a swim in a nearby cenote before returning to Tulum. |
| Day 13 | Tulum → Cancún Transfer to Cancún. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore, relax, or visit local markets. In the evening, celebrate with a farewell dinner |
| Day 14 | Last morning before Departure. |
Inclusions
Transport
All transport is provided by private coach/vehicle throughout the journey, along with your internal flight from Mexico City to the Yucatán.
Accommodation
The price is based on twin share of a handpicked selection of comfortable hotels, blending traditional character with modern style.
Activities & Meals
Includes 6 breakfasts, one lunch during the San Miguel food tour, and a farewell dinner. All other meals are at your leisure, giving you the freedom to discover local flavours and dining experiences along the way.
All entry fees and activities are included, such as tequila distillery visits and tastings, the Guanajuato funicular, guided walking and food tours, Teotihuacán archaeological site, Mexico City walking tour, Santa Bárbara cenotes (including train transport), Coba ruins with bicycle hire, and additional Yucatán cenote visits.
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