Treasures of Mexico (2025)

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Welcome to Mexico! Transfer to hotel and free time. Our guide will contact you late in the afternoon.

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Today, we’ll explore Mexico City and the remarkable site of Teotihuacan, located just 40 km from the capital. After breakfast, we’ll begin our journey at the Plaza of the Three Cultures, where past and present merge seamlessly. From there, we’ll continue to the impressive archaeological site of Teotihuacan, where we’ll visit the monumental Pyramids of the Sun and Moon, the Temple of Quetzalpapalotl, the Citadel, and the Avenue of the Dead. We’ll also stop by a local artisan center. On our way back to the city, we’ll visit the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the patroness of Latin America. After returning to the hotel, the rest of the day will be free.

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Free morning in Mexico City. After lunch, we’ll provide a transfer to the bus station for the journey to Puebla, located 135 km from Mexico City. We’ll travel by regular coach, arriving at the Puebla bus station where another transfer will take you to the hotel.In the afternoon, you’ll have free time to explore this charming city, founded in 1531, renowned for its stunning colonial architecture, ornate churches, and rich history. Puebla is a vibrant cultural and culinary hub with a lively university atmosphere.Over the next few days, you’ll have plenty of time to explore this fascinating city at your own pace. Highlights include its impressive cathedral, the historic Palafoxiana Library (the first public library in the Americas, established in 1646), the famous Calle de los Dulces with its traditional candy shops, and the Callejón de los Sapos, known for its antique stores. Overnight stay included.

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We’ll embark on a 5-hour excursion with admission included to the Ex Hacienda Chautla, founded in the 18th century and famed for its English-style castle set on an artificial lake amid scenic forests. We’ll then visit Val Quirico, a picturesque tourist complex designed to evoke the ambiance of a medieval European village, perfect for a stroll through artisan shops and quaint cafés. Afterward, we’ll return to Puebla, where you’ll have free time to enjoy this lively city.Note: This excursion will be conducted as a regular service with a local tour company. Transfers to the starting point are not included.

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Today, we’ll enjoy an included 6-hour excursion. Our first stop will be in Cholula, a Pueblo Mágico with several main attractions: San Francisco Acatepec, Santa María Tonantzintla, the San Gabriel Convent, the Royal Chapel, and Soria Park. We’ll climb up to La Virgin of Los Remedios Sanctuary, located atop the Great Pyramid.Next, we’ll visit Chipilo, a community of Italian immigrants known for their cheese production, where a cheese tasting is included. Our journey will continue to Atlixco, where you’ll explore its Historic Center, admire the Wide Staircase murals Floral Clock, and visit the Magical Garden and the Glass Viewpoint. We’ll return to Puebla, and you’ll have free time to enjoy the city at your own pace.Note: This excursion is a regular service with a local tour company. Transfers to the starting point are not included.

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We travel to the state of Oaxaca, through mountainous regions with pleasant landscapes. Arrival in OAXACA at the end of the morning - Visit included to this UNESCO World Heritage City of Aztec origin with its impressive monumental heritage. Shortly after, we go up to the site of MONTE ALBAN, which is set deep in a 400-metre mountain above the Valley of Oaxaca – entry tickets and visit are included. This is the most magnificent of the Zapotec cities. Free time in Oaxaca, an extremely beautiful colonial city which is full of life.

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We leave for SAN PABLO VILLA DE MITLA, a magical town. We allow time for a walk together to the Church of San Pablo dating back to the Sixteenth Century and through its beautiful rustic streets. We continue our route in the sierras of Oaxaca towards the Isthmus. Lunch is included en route. At the end of the afternoon, we arrive in TUXTLA GUTIERREZ, the capital of the state of Chiapas.

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We see the CAÑON DEL SUMIDERO, on a boat we sail up this impressive canyon almost 1 km deep and 14 km long. Then we take a stroll in CHIAPA DEL CORZO, a colonial site of tradition and culture. After this, we go further into the Mayan culture and visit beautiful villages inhabited by the Tzotziles Indians. In ZINACANTAN we can admire the dresses of the women and the beautiful shops and weaving workshops. In SAN JUAN CHAMULA we will be surprised by its church which mixes Christianity with pre-columbine traditions in its rites. Continuation to SAN CRISTOBAL DE LAS CASAS. Afternoon free in this very beautiful colonial city founded in 1528.

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Transfer From San Cristóbal to the Tuxtla Gutierrez airport. We take flight to México City (included). Our services will come to an end, hoping to leave you with wonderful lasting memories.