Central and Pacific Coast 17D/16N

Mexico City, one of the world's largest metropolitan areas, extends through the Valley of Mexico. Originally the Aztec city of Tenochtitlan, the city was built on the old Texcoco Lake. The arrival of the Spaniards saw the demolition of most structures. However, you can still find some centennial channels and ruins.

Located in the center-east of Mexico, the city of Puebla, also known as Puebla de los Ángeles, serves as the largest capital and city of the homonym state in Puebla. Called the "city of Los Angeles", this prominent Spanish colonial city is full of an elegant architecture. Puebla is famous for its culinary history, its prosperous artistic scene and its nightlife and its impressive ceramic, namely, the famous Talavera tiles. Visit the well -preserved historical center of the city, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, home of numerous convents, a spectacular cathedral and more than seventy churches, join a workshop for paint of tiles and tasty some of the famous Mexican dishes of Puebla.

Known as a microcosm of the best of Mexico, Oaxaca is a state of the south known for its various natural landscapes, its exquisite architecture, its lively culture and its delicious cuisine. The picos of the mountains, the cannons, the virgin beaches and the tropical jungles have shaped their topography, creating a fertile platform for a rich biodiversity: the state has 50% of all species of plants and animals in Mexico.

Located on the Pacific coast of Mexico, the port city of Puerto Escondido is a popular holiday destination in the state of Oaxaca. «Surfea» on this paradisiacal beach with t -shirts knotted, surf boards and cabins on the beach. This surf mecca is known for its spectacular extensions of golden sand beach, its perfect waves and its magnificent surrounding natural landscapes. It has a collection of virgin beaches, all with a unique charm.

Welcome to Mexico! Today our trip begins with the arrival of our international flight to Mexico City airport. Upon our arrival, a private transfer and our local guide will be waiting for us at the airport to take us directly to the hotel.

Including
• Private airport transfer to the hotel, with local guidance assistance.
• Night at Hotel La Valise Mexico City, with breakfast included.

Excluded
• International flight.
• Lunch.

Today we will visit the Historic Center of Mexico City, Madero Pedestrian Street where the Palace of Fine Arts, the Latin Tower, the House of the Tiles, the house of Iturbide, El Zócalo, we will see from outside the National Palace and the City Council, the main temple and the models that explain what the city was before the arrival of the Spaniards. We will take a tour of the main street of the reform and see the monuments of the reform.

Then, we will continue our return to the origins of Mesoamerica on a tour of the National Museum of Anthropology. We will follow the footprints of the pre -Hispanic civilizations and discover reconstructions of tombs and Aztec temples and Maya and archaeological pieces of incalculable value of the Zapotec, Toltecs, Teotihuacanos and Mexica. At the end of the tour, we will return to our hotel.

Including
• Private full -day tour with guide, tickets, transfers and lunch.
• Night at Hotel La Valise Mexico City, with breakfast included.

Today we will go to the famous Xochimilco channels, the last remains of the extensive transport system that the Aztecs created. We will visit the flower market and then give a quiet and spectacular trip through these old houses on a pre Colombino ship while we learn much more about its history and culture: we will go aboard a trajinera, a small traditional boat adorned with flowers, to navigate the artificial channels and islands that have been declared a World Heritage by UNESCO. During the journey we can enjoy a live show by the traditional "mariachis".

Including
• Private full -day tour with guide, tickets, transfers and lunch.
• Night at Hotel La Valise Mexico City, with breakfast included.

We will start the day very early to start our balloon walk through Teotihuacán, we will see from the air the main monuments of the archaeological team. While we observe the legacy of the ancient settlers of Mexico we will with more sharpness the colossal size of this archaeological enclave, without a doubt one of the most relevant in the country. At the end of the walk, we will provide a glass of sparkling wine and receive a flight certificate to prove this magnificent experience. Then we will have a comforting buffet breakfast to continue our tour.

We will enter Teotihuacán, the city of the gods, and let ourselves be seduced by the majesty of the Pyramid of the Sun, the Quetzalpápalotl palace, the road of the dead, the Pyramid of the Moon and the Temple of Quetzalcóatl. This great archaeological complex that was one of the greatest political, cultural, economic and religious centers of multiethnic affiliation in Mesoamerica.

Including
• Private full -day tour with guide, tickets, balloon flight, transfers and breakfast.
• Night at Hotel La Valise Mexico City, with breakfast included.

Excluded
• Lunch.

Before finishing our trip through the charming Mexico City we will dedicate this last day to explore the south of the city. After breakfast we will leave in the direction of San Ángel, formerly it was a rural village away from the city, today it is a charming neighborhood of cobbled streets and colonial houses covered with Buganvillas. We will continue to the Coyoacán neighborhood, also known as its cobbled streets and its remarkable colonial architecture. In this place we will devote a good part of the day since we will visit the Casa Museo de Frida Kahlo and we will have time to take lunch.

At the end, we will return to the hotel to rest our last night before saying goodbye to Mexico City.

Including
• Private full -day tour with guide, tickets, transfers and lunch.
• Night at Hotel La Valise Mexico City, with breakfast included.

Today we will go on the way to Puebla, we will cross the mountains on the road that offers the most impressive views of the Iztaccíhuatl and Popocatepetl volcanoes. We will make a stop in Cholula, one of the oldest cities in America. We will travel the downtown area of ​​the city and reach its highest point, where the Church of Our Lady of Remedies is also built. Next, we will continue with our tour until we reach Puebla, popularly known as the city of Los Angeles, since it is said that it was created by Los Angeles for the enjoyment of mortals. 

Including
• Private Transfer of Hotel Ciudad de México - Hotel Puebla, with guide for tour on route, and lunch.
• Night at Hotel Caseyna, with breakfast included.

Today we will embark on an exciting adventure towards the iconic Iztaccíhuatl and Popocatépetl volcanoes. We will visit the “Itza-Popo” National Park. While we are going through a landscape adorned with pines, alpine trails and vast grass extensions, the volcanic sand terrain under our feet tells a story of the geological history of the region. We will witness the transformative nature of the environment as we ascend to greater altitudes, experiencing the unique beauty of volcanic landscapes. In our way we will have panoramic views of the Iztaccíhuatl, and on our way back, of Popocatepetl. The path culminates in an impressive viewpoint that offers panoramic views of both volcanoes.

Including
• Private full -day tour with guide, tickets and transfers.
• Night at Hotel Caseyna, with breakfast included.

Excluded
• Lunch.

We will begin this exciting tour in the center, which has exclusive bicycle lanes, we will enjoy the beautiful colonial architecture instead of worrying about traffic. While we move forward, we will listen to a little from the history of the city. We will go through the shadow Paseo Bravo and we will continue to Juárez Avenue, the center of the city's nightlife that also houses several representative monuments of the city and Mexico in general

Including
• Private half -day tour with guide, bicycles, equipment, transfer to and from the starting point and snacks.
• Night at Hotel Caseyna, with breakfast included.

Excluded
• Lunch.

Today we say goodbye to Puebla and undertake for Oaxaca. This route lasts approximately 4.5 hours, and we can make a small stop along the way to stretch the legs. Upon arrival, we will settle in our lovely hotel, where we will spend the next nights.

Including
• Private transfer of the Puebla Hotel -Hotel Oaxaca, with only driver.
• Night at Hotel Ayook, with breakfast included.

Excluded
• Lunch.

This morning after breakfast we will go to the north to Teotitlán del Valle, a colorful place famous for the beauty of the textile products that are made there. Located in half an hour from Oaxaca, it is a town full of wet customs preserved over time. You can observe artisans by making traditional wool products, such as jackets, bags, upholstery, rugs and dresses. All of them decorated with natural dyes and mixing Zapotec and Mixtec designs with works by contemporary painters.

Then, we will discover what makes Oaxaca gastronomy so recognized. We will start with a visit to a local market to buy the freshest ingredients. We will immerse ourselves in the culinary and cultural wealth of Oaxaca through this exciting Zapotec cuisine class in the heart of a small town on the outskirts of the city. This unique gastronomic experience will take us to a trip of ancestral flavors, traditions and techniques that have been transmitted from generation to generation by the vibrant Zapotec community. We will be guided by local expert instructors that come from families with a long tradition in Zapotec cuisine. The chef will also explain the benefits of each of the representative ingredients of the region.

Including
• Private full -day tour with guide, lunch and transfers.
• Night at Hotel Ayook, with breakfast included.

We will leave Oaxaca to the southeast and reach one of the most impressive places in Mexico: the frozen waterfalls of boil the water. Located in the town of San Isidro de Roaguía, we will enjoy the impressive views offered by these two natural waterfalls: one at 30 meters high and the other to 12 meters.

Surrounded by great vegetation, this natural wonder formed more than 2,500 years ago due to calcium carbonate saturation in the water that falls from the upper cliffs. These waterfalls are considered a sacred place by the Zapotec, with a spectacular 'frozen' image. During the visit we will have the opportunity to bathe in the natural pools on the waterfalls, and enjoy the paradisiacal landscapes of the Sierra Madre del Sur.

Including
• Private full -day tour with guide, lunch and transfers.
• Night at Hotel Ayook, with breakfast included.

Our tour continues today, we will discover how mezcal is made, the typical state drink. The region has 120 of the 210 varieties of agave or maguey that exist in the world. And we will see how this plant is used to produce mezcal, in addition to taste the different types that are made in the region.

Including
• Private half -day tour with guide, tasting and transfers.
• Night at Hotel Ayook, with breakfast included.

Excluded
• Lunch.

The Pacific coast awaits us! We will undertake our path to our last destination: Puerto Escondido, known for its large and numerous beaches surrounded by palm trees. Here we will spend the next four nights where we can enjoy this destination to the fullest.

Including
• Private transfer of the Oaxaca hotel -Puerto Escondido Hotel, with only driver.
• 4 nights at Hotel hidden, with breakfast included.

Excluded
• Lunch.

Today is the end of our fascinating trip. We will take the way to the airport to take our flight back. This closure marks the end of unforgettable days, full of discoveries, experiences and the unmatched cultural and natural wealth that this country offers. See you soon, Mexico!

Including
• Private transfer of Hotel Puerto Escondido - Airport, with only driver.

Excluded
• National and international flight.