south-america·Multi-day tour·11 days
11-Day Beautiful Mexico Tour from Mexico City: Puebla, Oaxaca, Tuxtla, San Cristobal, Campeche | Ticket Admission Included | Hotel Breakfast Included
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What you'll experience
Highlights
• Mexico city Airport pick-up service
• Boat: Boat trip in Xochimilco in Ciudad de México, Sumidero Canyon
• Boat: Boat trip in Xochimilco in Ciudad de México, Sumidero Canyon
11 days
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
Day 1 — Mexico DF
Welcome to EuropaMundo!!!. On arrival, transfer to hotel and free time. You will receive information about the start of the circuit during the afternoon.
Note: The schedules you will find in this itinerary are approximate. The guide, depending on the situation and in order to improve the development of the circuit, may adjust the schedules.
Note: All mentioned hotels below are for your reference only, you might also check-in other same-level hotels.Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Casa blanca(Lafragua 7, Tabacalera, Cuauhtémoc) - 2
Day 2 — Mexico City
08.30 hrs.- Today we have a fantastic day acquaint ourselves with Mexico. We include a sightseeing tour of the city. We will visit the Plaza of Three Cultures, and the historic centre in which the Zócalo (main square) and its Metropolitan Cathedral stand out, the main Aztec temple, Chapultepec Park, the “Paseo de la Reforma” Avenue and the other main avenues of this impressive city.
At the end of the visit we travel to the BASILICA OF GUADALUPE, the most visited Catholic temple in the Americas where the Virgin of Guadalupe is found. There we will be able to explore the old basilica dating back to the 18th Century and also the modern temple.
In the afternoon we travel to the neighbourhood of XOCHIMILCO, a wonderful place with its canals and semi-floating gardens. Here we include a ride in a "trajinera", one of the boats festooned with flowers.
18.00 Hrs.- Return to the hotel
21.00 Hrs.- We include a transfer to the Plaza de GARIBALDI, with its many bars, restaurants and bars where tacos and tequila are served and the Mariachis sing. Dinner is included in a traditional restaurant.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Casa blanca(Lafragua 7, Tabacalera, Cuauhtémoc) - 3
Day 3 — Mexico City - Ex-Hacienda de Chautla - Cholula - Puebla
Total distance covered: 144 km.
Scenery: We’ll travel from the bustling metropolis into the green valleys of the state of Puebla, passing coniferous forests, fertile farmland, and—weather permitting—enjoying views of the majestic Popocatépetl volcano.
08:00 a.m. – Departure from Mexico City. We’ll leave the capital behind and head into the heart of the country, following a route rich in history and mountain landscapes.
09:45 a.m. – Ex Hacienda de Chautla (tickets included). Arrival at this 18th-century former estate, one of the most photographed sites in central Mexico. Its main attraction is an English-style castle nestled on an artificial lake and surrounded by forest, creating a postcard-perfect setting. We’ll have time to stroll through its gardens and historic grounds while enjoying the natural surroundings.
11:15 a.m. – Departure from Ex Hacienda de Chautla. We’ll continue on to one of the region’s most picturesque towns.
12:00 p.m. – Cholula. Arrival in this ancient city, known for housing the largest pyramid base in the world, now partially hidden beneath a hill. At its summit stands the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies, offering spectacular views of the valley and nearby volcanoes. Free time to explore the charming main square and soak in the traditional atmosphere.
01:45 p.m. – Departure from Cholula. In just a few minutes, we’ll arrive at the state capital.
02:15 p.m. – Puebla. Arrival in this vibrant and monumental city, where history and modernity blend seamlessly. Its UNESCO-recognized historic center showcases an exceptional Baroque legacy, most notably seen in its majestic Cathedral and the extraordinary Chapel of the Rosary, considered a masterpiece of New Spanish Baroque. Accommodation and free time to begin exploring this lively city, full of flavor, culture, and charm.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Four point by sheraton puebla(Blvd. Hermanos Serdán 102, Real del Monte, Heroica Puebla de Zaragoza) - 4
Day 4 — Puebla - Monte Albán - Oaxaca
08.00 hrs.- We travel to the state of Oaxaca, through mountainous regions with pleasant landscapes. 13.00hrs.- OAXACA. Arrival and 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. Return to Oaxaca.
In the evening we recommend a stroll through the historic centre of Oaxaca, an extremely beautiful colonial city which is full of life and music.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Oaxaca real(Calle de Manuel García Vigil 306, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, OAX, México) - 5
Day 5 — Oaxaca - San Pablo Villa de Mitla - Tuxtla
Countryside: Mountains. Small towns en route.
Note: A new fast toll road is being built between Oaxaca and the Isthmus. Inauguration is expected throughout 2018. Travel time, when open, will be reduced by approxibately one and a half hours compared to that indicated in this itinerary.
07.30 hrs.- Oaxaca- Departure.-
09.30 hrs.- SAN PABLO VILLA DE MITLA. Arrival. We stop at a this 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.
10.15 hrs.- San Pablo. Departure. We continue our route in the sierras of Oaxaca towards the Isthmus. Lunch is included en route.
20.30 hrs.- At the end of the afternoon, we arrive in TUXTLA GUTIERREZ, the capital of the state of Chiapas.Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: ExcludedStay: Fiesta inn tuxtla fashion mall(Panamericana 651 C, El Retiro) - 6
Day 6 — Tuxtla - Sumidero Canyon - Chiapa Del Corzo - Zinacantan - San Juan De Chamula - San Cristobal
Landscapes: spectacular
Notes: We recommend you to take appropriate waterproof clothing for the speedboat ride.- The visit of the towns of Zinacantán and San Juan can take place on Wednesday or Thursday morning (according to opening times of the church of San Juan).
08.30 hrs.- Tuxtla - Departure.
09.00 hrs.- We will explore the SUMDERO CANYON. Travelling by boat, we will travel for more than 1 hrs up this impressive canyon which is almost 1 km deep and 14 km long.
10.45 hrs.- Sumidero Canyon.- Departure.
11.00 hrs.- Next, we will walk through CHIAPA DEL CORZO, a white traditional and cultural colonial site. Time for a stroll and a coffee.
11.45 hrs.- Chiapa del Corzo. Departure. We enter into the center of the Mexican Mayan culture. We discover 2 beautiful villages inhabited by the Tzotzil Indians.
12.45 hrs.- In ZINACANTAN we can admire the dresses worn by the women and also their small loom workshop-shops.
13.45 hrs.- Zicacantan.- Departure.
14.15 hrs.- SAN JUAN CHAMULA we will be surprised by their church that mixes Christianity with pre-Columbian traditions. Time for lunch.
15.45 hrs.- San Juan Chamula.- Departure.
16.15 hrs.- We continue to SAN CRISTOBAL DE LAS CASAS. Free afternoon in this beautiful colonial city founded in 1528.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Diego de mazariegos(Profa. María Adelina Flores 2 Zona Centro, 29200 San Cristóbal de Las Casas, Chiapas, México) - 7
Day 7 — San Cristobal - Ocosingo - Agua Azul - Misol Ha - Palenque
Landscape: Beautiful mountain landscapes of Chiapas. Villages which retain their ancient Mayan language and traditions.
Note: We suggest you bring comfortable clothes and shoes, insect repellent and sunscreen - as well as a bathing suit and a towel, to fully enjoy the natural waterfalls and spectacular blue river water.
08:00 - San Cristobal, we head to central Chiapas.
10:45 - OCOSINGO. We stop at the commercial regional capital situated on dairy-farmlands, next to the north Chiapas range, where incredible archaeological remains are found.
11:45 - Ocosingo- departure - We get back on the road and drive through mountains and jungle.
13:45 - Parque Nacional de AGUA AZUL (Agua Azul National Park). Entrance fee and lunch included after the visit, time to have a walk or bathe in the pools and more than 50 waterfalls, which range from 3 to 30 meters in height.
16:30 Agua Azul- departure.
17:45 - MISOL HA. Arrival at this impressive waterfall and its walking trails.
19:00 - Misol Ha- departure.
20:45 - Palenque- arrival. Dinner included.
Note: in some instances, roadblocks might be experienced in the region of Ocosingo due to local social unrest. In that event, we would take an alternative route visiting the City of Villahermosa and the ecological reserve of Yumka instead of the usual stops at Ocosingo, Agua Azul and Misol.Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: IncludedStay: Nututun(Carretera Palenque Ocosingo Km 3.5 Palenque, Chiapas, México.) - 8
Day 8 — Palenque - Campeche
Scenery: Yucatan Peninsula. Beautiful views over the coastal road of the Gulf of Mexico.
09.00 hrs.- We include entrance and guided visit to the impressive archaeological site of PALENQUE. This Mayan city, surrounded by jungle, reached its peak between 600 and 800 AD. During the visit we will see its temples, pyramids and ball game. Free time for lunch.
12.30 hrs.- Palenque -departure-. We travel to the Gulf of Mexico through the state of Tabasco.
18.30 hrs.- CAMPECHE- Arrival to this Mexican port city known for its colonial buildings and 17th century fortifications created to confront pirate attacks. Dinner included.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: City express by marriott campeche(Av. Adolfo Ruiz Cortinez. 12, Fracc. Sector Fundadores, Lote Área, Área Ah, San Francisco de C) - 9
Day 9 — Campeche - Mérida
09.00hrs- We leave Campeche for the state of Yucatan. In a bit over two hours, we arrive to Merida.
11.30 hrs- MÉRIDA- arrival. Tour of the city, the vibrant capital of the Mexican Yucatan State boasts a rich colonial and Mayan heritage. We see the fortified cathedral of Merida and the limestone church of the Third Order as well as the House of Montejo, a 16th century mansion and the emblem of Plateresque colonial architecture. Afternoon free, we suggest you to visit the Museum of the Mayan World on your own. In the evening, we include a transfer to attend the Mayan Ball Game show". Accommodation.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Hilton garden inn merida(C17 esquina José Vasconcelos 104-108 A. Col Vista Alegre Merida, Yuc) - 10
Day 10 — Merida - Mexico City
Transfer to the airport, to take a flight to México City. Arrival, transfer from the airport to the hotel and accommodation.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Casa blanca(Lafragua 7, Tabacalera, Cuauhtémoc) - 11
Day 11 — Mexico city
Breakfast. End of our services. Transfer from the hotel to the airport not included.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
What's included
Included
- General Services: Travel by bus with English speaking guide, basic travel insurance, hotel and continental breakfast
- Includes arrival transfer
- City tour in: Mexico City, Mérida
- Boat: Boat trip in Xochimilco in Ciudad de México, Sumidero Canyon
- Evening transfer: Garibaldi Square in Ciudad de México, Zocalo in Merida
- Transfer: Basilica of Guadalupe in Ciudad de Mexico
- Ticket admission: Ex Hacienda Chautla, Agua Azul National Park , archaeological site of Palenque
- Flights included: Merida- Mexico City
- 2 Lunch included in: Oaxaca, Agua Azul
- 3 dinner included in: Mexico City, Palenque, Campeche
Not included
- Airfares or related transportation between your home and departure city
- Airport drop-off at the end of the tour
- All personal expenses including hotel room service and meals; however, you have the option to pay for meals the tour guide arranges
- Entrance fees & optional tours (Prices vary from season to season; only the price at the ticket booth / box office is final)
Cancellation policy
| When you cancel | Refund | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 0–3 days before | 0% | Cancellation Made Within 3 days prior to departure, No Refund |
| 4–12 days before | 75% | Cancellation Made Within 4 days to 12 days prior to departure, Refund 75% of total purchase amount |
| 13–32 days before | 90% | Cancellation Made Within 13 days to 32 days prior to departure, Refund 90% of total purchase amount |
| 33+ days before | 95% | Cancellation Made 33 or more days prior to departure, Refund 95% of total purchase amount |
Read the full cancellation terms
• Cancellations made within 30 days (inclusive) before departure will incur an additional handling fee of $30 per order.
• Once the traveler's information (such as name, passport number, date of birth, etc.) is submitted with the booking, any modifications will be treated as a cancellation and will be subject to the [cancellation policy]
• If the itinerary involves special tickets/high-speed train tickets/boat tickets/cruise tickets/train tickets and other unique resources, please contact customer service after placing the order to provide a clear photo of the passport's information page, as these special resources are non-refundable once booked! • If the tour includes airport pickup service, please notify us of any changes to your flight at least 72 hours before departure. Changes or cancellations to the pickup service within 72 hours of departure cannot be accommodated
• Once the traveler's information (such as name, passport number, date of birth, etc.) is submitted with the booking, any modifications will be treated as a cancellation and will be subject to the [cancellation policy]
• If the itinerary involves special tickets/high-speed train tickets/boat tickets/cruise tickets/train tickets and other unique resources, please contact customer service after placing the order to provide a clear photo of the passport's information page, as these special resources are non-refundable once booked! • If the tour includes airport pickup service, please notify us of any changes to your flight at least 72 hours before departure. Changes or cancellations to the pickup service within 72 hours of departure cannot be accommodated
Important info
Special notes
【'My Trip' App】
To make your trip smoother, we highly recommend downloading our local operator's app—'My Trip'. It allows you to check the latest updates to your itinerary anytime. My Trip is an exclusive page for customers that is designed to provide all the details about your trip. On it, you will be able to find information on itineraries, hotels, optional excursions and tour guides, etc. Everything you need for your trip, exclusively for you.
【Luggage allowance】
One suitcase of up to 30 kg per person is allowed, plus one piece of hand luggage such as a backpack or handbag without wheels, as it must fit in the overhead compartment on the coach. If the passenger exceeds this amount, they will have to pay for the extra transport cost.
【Estimated times and operational changes】
The indicated times are approximate, as they may be affected by external factors such as traffic, special events or local holidays. We kindly ask passengers to pay attention to notes in the service summary and check for any updates in the online system. We also request special attention during seasonal changes, as there may be modifications to itineraries or added/removed services. We remind you that, according to our general terms, Tours4fun reserves the right to modify, replace, or reschedule services if necessary.
【Room configuration】
1. Tours4fun acts as an intermediary between hotels and passengers and therefore cannot guarantee a specific type of room(For double rooms, we can't guarantee 1 Queen/King Bed or 2 Separate Beds ). We will always request the passenger's preference, but the confirmation depends exclusively on the hotel.
2. Often, triple rooms are double rooms with an extra bed or sofa bed added, and they are not always comfortable. In some cases, a double and a single room is offered. Triple rooms are not recommended for three adults, only for families with children.
【Multicultural environment and bilingual tours】
1. Our tours may be bilingual and shared with passengers of different nationalities. We believe this cultural diversity enriches the travel experience, but it is important that passengers are informed in advance.
2. Our guides are certified in English (C1 level), but are not necessarily native English speakers, as they may come from various countries. Nevertheless, the service is always provided with full professionalism.
【Other tips】
1. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing our local operator's name and contact information. If at any point you were to suffer a delay arriving at the meeting point (held during customs check, loss of luggage, etc.), missing a connecting flight or your flight number was changed, you must urgently contact the transfer agent or the emergency phone number that you can find on your travel voucher.
2. For tours that include airport pick-up service, please provide your arrival flight information or pickup details at least 7 days prior to the departure date. If you don't provide the information in advance, you will be responsible for failing to arrange the arrival pickup.
3. For tours that include meals, please inform us in advance if any guests have food allergies. Requests for vegetarian meals must be made in advance and are subject to availability, with no guarantee.
To make your trip smoother, we highly recommend downloading our local operator's app—'My Trip'. It allows you to check the latest updates to your itinerary anytime. My Trip is an exclusive page for customers that is designed to provide all the details about your trip. On it, you will be able to find information on itineraries, hotels, optional excursions and tour guides, etc. Everything you need for your trip, exclusively for you.
【Luggage allowance】
One suitcase of up to 30 kg per person is allowed, plus one piece of hand luggage such as a backpack or handbag without wheels, as it must fit in the overhead compartment on the coach. If the passenger exceeds this amount, they will have to pay for the extra transport cost.
【Estimated times and operational changes】
The indicated times are approximate, as they may be affected by external factors such as traffic, special events or local holidays. We kindly ask passengers to pay attention to notes in the service summary and check for any updates in the online system. We also request special attention during seasonal changes, as there may be modifications to itineraries or added/removed services. We remind you that, according to our general terms, Tours4fun reserves the right to modify, replace, or reschedule services if necessary.
【Room configuration】
1. Tours4fun acts as an intermediary between hotels and passengers and therefore cannot guarantee a specific type of room(For double rooms, we can't guarantee 1 Queen/King Bed or 2 Separate Beds ). We will always request the passenger's preference, but the confirmation depends exclusively on the hotel.
2. Often, triple rooms are double rooms with an extra bed or sofa bed added, and they are not always comfortable. In some cases, a double and a single room is offered. Triple rooms are not recommended for three adults, only for families with children.
【Multicultural environment and bilingual tours】
1. Our tours may be bilingual and shared with passengers of different nationalities. We believe this cultural diversity enriches the travel experience, but it is important that passengers are informed in advance.
2. Our guides are certified in English (C1 level), but are not necessarily native English speakers, as they may come from various countries. Nevertheless, the service is always provided with full professionalism.
【Other tips】
1. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing our local operator's name and contact information. If at any point you were to suffer a delay arriving at the meeting point (held during customs check, loss of luggage, etc.), missing a connecting flight or your flight number was changed, you must urgently contact the transfer agent or the emergency phone number that you can find on your travel voucher.
2. For tours that include airport pick-up service, please provide your arrival flight information or pickup details at least 7 days prior to the departure date. If you don't provide the information in advance, you will be responsible for failing to arrange the arrival pickup.
3. For tours that include meals, please inform us in advance if any guests have food allergies. Requests for vegetarian meals must be made in advance and are subject to availability, with no guarantee.
Pricing notes (children, single supplement)
* Prices for Single Occupancy apply when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Prices for Double/Triple Occupancy apply when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Triple price does not guarantee a third bed in the room since each room is equipped with 2 beds. Please check the availability at the time of check-in.
* Children under 3 years of age are entitled to a discount of 80% of the double room rate(with a minimum of one adult per child).
* Children from 3 to 8 years of age are entitled to a discount of 40% of the double room rate(with a minimum of one adult per child).
* Children from 9 to 15 years of age are entitled to a 10% discount of the double room rate on the value of the trip.
* Traveler over 65 years of age: 5% discount of the double room rate on the value of the trip.
* Prices for Double/Triple Occupancy apply when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Triple price does not guarantee a third bed in the room since each room is equipped with 2 beds. Please check the availability at the time of check-in.
* Children under 3 years of age are entitled to a discount of 80% of the double room rate(with a minimum of one adult per child).
* Children from 3 to 8 years of age are entitled to a discount of 40% of the double room rate(with a minimum of one adult per child).
* Children from 9 to 15 years of age are entitled to a 10% discount of the double room rate on the value of the trip.
* Traveler over 65 years of age: 5% discount of the double room rate on the value of the trip.
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