Budget Tours & Trips to Mexico
Discover a varied offer of Mexico budget adventures that will take you through some of the most renowned destinations such as Mexico City and Oaxaca. Each affordable tour will provide you with great experiences for some of the lowest prices on the market.
10 best cheap Mexico tour packages
Compiled by

NadineMexico travel expert at TourRadar
- Riviera Maya Adventure 7D/6N
- 7 Days – Marvelous Mexico: Culture, History & Tradition
- The Most Mexico: Central Mexico, Yucatan & Cancún
- Colonial treasures of Mexico - 10 days
- Hiking in Mexico: Oaxaca’s Indigenous Highlands
- 10-Day Mexico Adventure: Mexico City, Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, Hierve el Agua, Chichén Itzá & Tulum
- Yucatan to the Capital - 8 Days
- Mexico: Chihuahua, Barracas, Creel - 6 days
- Mexico Highlights (from Mexico City) Travel Pass
- Day of the Dead Festival
Riviera Maya Adventure 7D/6N
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Accommodations and bus tickets were fine. Good location and clean.”
Zoha, traveled in October
For approx. $50 daily, stay across Cancun, Tulum, and Playa del Carmen. The package features a UNESCO site tour with lunch, airport transfers, and city-to-city transport. Accommodation options range from hostels to hotels.
Duration 7 days Destinations Cancun, Chichen Itza, Tulum, Playa del Carmen Age Range Ages 10+ Price Per Day $65 Operator Bamba Travel From
- US$454
Six nights in Mexico City with breakfast daily and lunches in Taxco and Puebla make this trip budget-conscious without sacrificing what you'll see. Entrance fees to Teotihuacán's Pyramids of the Sun and Moon, Cholula's massive pyramid, and a Turibus pass are all included. Private airport transfers and comfortable transport keep it affordable across Mexico's historic and cultural landmarks.
Duration 7 days Destinations Mexico City, Taxco, Puebla Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $136 Operator Responsible Travel South America From
- US$950
The Most Mexico: Central Mexico, Yucatan & Cancún
25 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I am normally an anxious traveller but this trip has sparked a renewed passion and interest to see more of the world.”
Isabelle, traveled in March
The daily rate of approx. $130 covers 15 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 2 dinners with hostel stays. The El Hongo community restaurant in Playa del Carmen welcomes visitors, while Xochimilco boat rides and ruins tours come included. Travelers can opt for surfing in Puerto Escondido or day trips to Isla Mujeres during free time.
Duration 16 days Destinations Mexico City, Puebla, Oaxaca, Puerto Escondido, Merida, Valladolid, Tulum, Cancun Age Range Ages 18-35 Price Per Day $153 Operator G Adventures From
- US$2,449
Colonial treasures of Mexico - 10 days
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“A unique experience of seeing the most quaint and beautiful colonial towns in Mexico. I truly enjoyed my time in Mexico.”
Abdol, traveled in March
For approx. $190 per day including hotels and transportation, this tour showcases Mexico's colonial circuit. Includes 9 nights' accommodation, bilingual guide services, and entrance fees to major attractions. Optional activities and most meals allow budget flexibility.
Duration 10 days Destinations Mexico City, Queretaro, San Miguel De Allende, Dolores Hidalgo, Guanajuato, Zacatecas, Guadalajara, Tequila, Patzcuaro, Morelia Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $189 Operator Receptivo Aborigen Tours From $2,099
10% Off- US$1,889You save $210
This 5-day budget adventure includes luggage transfers between villages, filtered drinking water at each stop, and 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 2 dinners with local families like Senor Eli's in Benito Juarez. Stay in community cabins with provided bedding and soap, while checking out corn farms and attending gastronomic workshops in La Neveria without the cost of typical tourist accommodations.
Duration 5 days Destinations Oaxaca, Orizaba, Latuvi Age Range Ages 15+ Price Per Day $252 Operator Intrepid Travel From
10% Off- US$1,260
10-Day Mexico Adventure: Mexico City, Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, Hierve el Agua, Chichén Itzá & Tulum
For approx. $180 per day, this budget-friendly adventure stays in comfortable hostels across Mexico City, Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, and Tulum. Swim in the glowing waters of Manialtepec Lagoon, learn salsa dancing in Oaxaca, and check out the ancient Mayan ruins of Chichén Itzá without breaking the bank. Included meals feature a traditional mole cooking class dinner and lunch in colonial Valladolid.
Duration 10 days Destinations Mexico City, Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, Chichen Itza, Tulum Age Range Ages 18-55 Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $216 Operator The Dragon Trip From
10% Off- US$2,160
For approx. $250 per day, see UNESCO sites including Chichén Itzá and Teotihuacán with certified bilingual guides. Swim in included cenote visits, take boat rides through Xochimilco's ancient canals, and stay in comfortable accommodations in Mérida and Mexico City. Private transfers and shared tours keep costs low while visiting the Basilica of Guadalupe and floating through colorful trajineras in the Venice of the Americas.
Duration 8 days Destinations Playa del Carmen, Chichen Itza, Uxmal, Merida, Mexico City, San Juan Teotihuacán Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $203 Operator SAT Mexico Tour and Travel From
10% Off- US$1,623
This 5-day trip through Northern Mexico costs around $700 total (approx. $140 per day) and takes you from Chihuahua to Creel and the Copper Canyon viewpoints at El Divisadero. Ride the famous Chepe train in tourist class and visit Lake Arareko and the Valley of the Mushrooms and Frogs. The itinerary includes a stop at an inhabited Rarámuri cave and the San Ignacio Mission. Daily breakfast, ground transportation, hotel accommodations, and bilingual guides are included, making this a good value option for travelers wanting to see Copper Canyon's cultural sites.
Duration 5 days Destinations Chihuahua, Creel, El Divisadero Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $237 Operator Receptivo Aborigen Tours From $1,319
10% Off- US$1,187You save $132
At approx. $80 daily, this tour spans 11 Mexican destinations. The price includes budget accommodations, archaeological site visits, and local transport. Hiking Hierve el Agua and swimming in cenotes are part of the included activities.
Duration 17 days Destinations Mexico City, San Juan Teotihuacán, Oaxaca, Puerto Escondido, San Pedro Pochutla, San Cristobel de Las Casas, Merida, Chichen Itza, Tulum, Playa del CarmenSee all destinations Age Range Ages 10+ Price Per Day $92 Operator Bamba Travel From
10% Off- US$1,571
For approx. $200 per day, see Mexico City's iconic Day of the Dead Festival with 5 nights in centrally located hotels and 5 breakfasts included. Free activities include checking out Chapultepec Forest, wandering through Coyoacan's bustling markets, and seeing traditional ceremonies without breaking the bank. This budget-friendly trip delivers maximum cultural impact in a compact 6-day itinerary.
Duration 6 days Destinations Mexico City Age Range Ages 18-39 Price Per Day $173 Operator TruTravels From
10% Off- US$1,035
Budget Tours & Trips to Mexico Reviews
- Colonial treasures of Mexico - 10 days
Locations were excellent. Gabriella spent alot of time with me at age 75, traveling with 60 year old and 30 years old Mexicali men. She had to first speak Spanish, then English. She also took me where I was interested - political protests, Aztec Temple Mexico City. She changed schedule for me as late in afternoons I was worn out. Hotel Royal and Morelia had no English speaking staff most of the time. Hotel Royal, both rooms had mattress deflated in middle. I had trouble figuring 20 % tip based on $1800 tour cost using ATM. Told her I'd send to her when I returned home. My bank advised me against Western Union or some such device saying easily rigged. She was excellent for me, though.
- Cycle Mexico - The Yucatan Peninsula
A very memorable experience, it was the first time I had done a trip of this type and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
- Viva Mexico
The trip was incredible from start to finish. The itinerary was perfect with a great mixture of culture, activities, exploring, chill time and nights out. The tour was extremely well organised by both intro, our tour leader and local guides who were all very helpful and knowledgeable. Our tour leader Ceci made the trip though. Ceci is an incredible tour leader and person, she is passionate about her country, personable, lots of fun and a very kind person who is happy to help anyone with anything they need. Ceci made everyone feel extremely comfortable and by the end we felt like a family. Thank you Ceci for making my trip unforgettable!
What our customers ask about Budget Tours & Trips to Mexico
What's the average daily cost for budget tours in Mexico?
Budget tours in Mexico cost around 134 USD per day covering basics like accommodation transport between destinations and some meals. A typical 16-day route from Mexico City to Cancún includes 15 breakfasts 4 lunches and 2 dinners. The price also covers entry to key sites like Chichen Itza and Tulum ruins. One TourRadar traveler noted "it was great value for money with so many activities and experiences included in the price."
What budget-friendly areas of Mexico are best for travelers on a budget?
The Yucatan Peninsula stands out for value especially in cities like Merida and Valladolid. These places offer reasonably priced local food budget lodging and convenient access to archaeological sites like Chichen Itza. A TourRadar traveler noted: "Merida was perfect for budget travel - great street food local markets and free cultural events." Other wallet-friendly destinations include the colonial cities of Oaxaca and San Cristobal de las Casas which cost less than coastal resort areas.
Are entrance fees to attractions included in budget tour prices?
Entry fees to main sites come with most budget tours including Chichen Itza (85 USD) Teotihuacan (65 USD) and the National Museum of Anthropology (25 USD). Extra activities like cenote swimming (5-10 USD) or cooking classes (35-65 USD) usually cost extra. According to a TourRadar traveler: "Having main entrance fees included was great for budgeting - we just needed extra money for optional activities and personal interests."
What meals are typically included in budget Mexico tours?
Budget tours generally cover daily breakfast and selected group meals. You can expect traditional Mexican breakfast at your accommodation plus planned group dinners that showcase local dishes like mole in Oaxaca or regional Yucatecan food in Merida. A TourRadar traveler noted "the included group meals were fantastic for trying local specialties while having flexibility for other meals let us explore street food and local restaurants on our own."
When is the most affordable time to visit Mexico on a budget tour?
The best deals appear during low season from June to November particularly September and October. During these months accommodation and activity prices drop though occasional rain occurs. A TourRadar traveler shared "We saved significantly by traveling in October - the weather was still great and tourist sites were less crowded." Expect higher prices from December through April especially during Christmas and Spring Break.





















