13-Nights Mexico: Central Mexico & the Yucatan Peninsula - The Geluxe Collection

13 nights from: $6,099

Mexico: Central Mexico & the Yucatan Peninsula
Squeeze every last drop out of Mexico's central heartland and the Yucatan Peninsula on this 14-day adventure, from its ancient cultures and history to the diverse landscapes of its mountains, jungles, and beaches. Wander the cobblestone streets and markets of Oaxaca and devour mole in Puebla. Bike through agave fields to a petrified waterfall and take a break from the heat with a swim in a jungle sinkhole near Merida. A perfect mix of iconic destinations and active exploration, this Mexico adventure will leave you dreaming of more than just tacos.

Highlights
Bike through farmland and agave fields to a petrified waterfall, Learn all about (and eat!) Mexico's delectable regional cuisine, Glide through the canals of Xochimilco on a boat, Marvel at the giant pyramid at Chichen Itzá, Stay at a working historic hacienda, Cycle between cenotes and swim in the cool water, Wander the seaside archaeological site of Tulum, Explore the Sian Ka'an Reserve by boat and on foot.

Group Leader
All G Adventures group trips are accompanied by one of our Chief Experience Officers (CEOs), a G Adventures representative, or an expedition team. The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting- we think it's the best of both worlds.

Group Size Notes
Max 16, avg 12

Meals Included
13 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 9 dinners

What's Included
Your G for Good Moment: Yaxunah Community Lunch, Yaxuná
Your G for Good Moment: Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve Excursion, Sian Ka'an
Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Foodie Moment: Mole-Making Demonstration, Puebla
Your OMG Day: Teotihuacán Visit or Mexico City Food Tour, Mexico City
Your Foodie Moment: Traditional Cochinita Pibil Meal Experience, Sotuta de Peón
Your OMG Day: Visit Uxmal or Kayak in the Celestún Biosphere, Mérida.
Complimentary arrival transfer. Welcome dinner. Historical walking tour of Oaxaca and Monte Albán visit with a local guide. Full-day biking excursion to Hierve el Agua petrified waterfall. Mezcal tasting at an agave plantation. Orientation walk of Puebla's historical centre with visit to a talavera workshop. Boat ride through the Xochimilco canals on a traditional 'trajinera'. Visit the Frida Kahlo Museum at Casa Azul. Guided tour of Chichen Itzá archaeological site. CEO-led orientation walk in Valladolid. Tour of a working agave hacienda. Excursion to cycle between and swim in cenotes. City tour of Mérida. Guided tour of Tulum ruins. Full-day excursion to Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve. Farewell dinner. All tips included for activities and meals, except for CEO and porterage. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Located on Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula in the fascinating Mundo Maya Region, Merida provides a looking glass that reveals both colonial influence and the mystique of an ancient civilization. In fact, the city is built on the exact site of an indigenous ceremonial center.

Merida (progreso) Travel Agents

Easily one of the best way to see Merida is by climbing into a calesa - a high-wheeled, horse-drawn carriage. The city is also easily explored by foot. As you amble past whitewashed houses, through lively marketplaces and around the flower-filled Plaza Mayor, you'll begin to feel as if you've stepped back in time. You can also visit one of Mexico's oldest cathedrals, built from the stones of a Mayan temple, explore Paseo Montejo, a Parisian-style boulevard lined with Victorian mansions, and visit the treasure-filled museums.

Wind down with the friendly locals in the welcoming bars and restaurants of the old colonial district. If you want to travel even further back in time, you'll find Merida is surrounded by one of the richest collections of Mayan ruins in Mexico. Chichen Itza, Uxmal, Dzibilchaltun, and more are just a short trip away.