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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Mexico City

    Start point
    Mexico City, Mexico (Arrival transfer from Mexico City International Airport)
    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome dinner - taco night with array of local dishes)

    Included Activities

    • Airport transfer
    • Welcome dinner - taco night with local dishes
    • Visit to local churreria for desserts
    Landmarks
    Zocalo Plaza
    National Cathedral
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  2. Day 2

    Mexico City

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • National Museum of Anthropology - guided tour
    • Zocalo Plaza visit
    • National Cathedral visit
    • Diego Rivera Mural Museum - entrance fee included
    • Gastromotiva Mexico - Intrepid Foundation partner visit
    • Leader-led Historico Centro tour
    Landmarks
    National Museum of Anthropology
    Zocalo Plaza
    National Cathedral
    Diego Rivera Mural Museum
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  3. Day 3

    Mexico City to Puebla

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Award-winning restaurant with local specialties including mole)

    Included Activities

    • Teotihuacan archaeological site - guided tour with expert local guide
    • Obsidian workshop visit - local family stonework
    • Puebla orientation walk
    • Calle de los Dulces (Candy Street) visit
    • El Parian handicraft market visit
    • Rosary Chapel visit
    • Town Hall Palace visit
    • Dinner at award-winning restaurant with local specialties
    Landmarks
    Pyramid of the Sun
    Pyramid of the Moon
    Avenue of the Dead
    Rosary Chapel
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  4. Day 4

    Puebla and Cholula

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Organic lunch with locally sourced produce)

    Included Activities

    • Cholula orientation walk with leader
    • Santuario de la Virgen de los Remedios visit
    • Great Pyramid of Cholula visit
    • Organic lunch with locally sourced produce
    Landmarks
    Santuario de la Virgen de los Remedios
    Great Pyramid of Cholula
    Popocatépetl volcano
  5. Day 5

    Puebla to Oaxaca

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Classic Oaxacan lunch at local markets)

    Included Activities

    • Oaxaca orientation walk with leader
    • Mercado Benito Juarez market visit
    • Mercado 20 de Noviembre market visit
    • Classic Oaxacan lunch
    Landmarks
    Zocalo
    Mercado Benito Juarez
    Mercado 20 de Noviembre
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  6. Day 6

    Oaxaca Region

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Mostly plant-based lunch of regional specialties at Zapotec home)

    Included Activities

    • Mitla archaeological site visit
    • Tule Tree visit
    • Mexican ice cream tasting
    • Beeswax candle workshop
    • Zapotec weaving demonstration
    • Plant-based regional lunch
    • Mezcal factory tasting
    Landmarks
    Mitla
    Tule Tree
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  7. Day 7

    Oaxaca

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner - multi-course traditional Oaxacan dishes curated by award-winning owner, inspired by family recipes)

    Included Activities

    • Farewell dinner - multi-course traditional Oaxacan meal

    Optional Activities

    • Monte Alban archaeological site visit
    • Local cooking class
    • Street art cycling tour
    Landmarks
    Monte Alban
  8. Day 8

    Oaxaca

    End point
    Oaxaca, Mexico (Depart from your hotel in Oaxaca)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Extended accommodation in Oaxaca (arrange via booking agent)
    • Mexico: The Yucatan Peninsula tour

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5.0
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    5.0
  • Transport
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  • Guide
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  • M
    February 27th, 2024
    Perfect itinerary. Our guide, Karla was bubbling with enthusiasm. Hotels were great.
    Traveled in February 2024
    Reply from: Intrepid Premium
    Hi Maryann - Thank you for your lovey review, we're thrilled to hear you loved everything about your Premium Mexico City to Oaxaca, from the itinerary, accommodation, and of course your all-important local leader! Thank you again for your kind words, we hope to have you travel with us again soon.
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  • A
    August 2nd, 2023
    The Premium Mexico City to Oaxaca was the perfect way to experience the incredible colour, history and culture of...
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    Traveled in July 2023
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    Thank you for your review! We're thrilled to hear that our Premium Mexico City to Oaxaca tour provided you with the perfect experience to explore the incredible color, history, and culture of Mexico. It's wonderful to know that our passionate, knowledgeable, and expert local leader made your journey even more enjoyable. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back for more enriching adventures soon!
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  • A
    August 2nd, 2023
    Premium Mexico City to Oxacana trip last week was excellent. Our Leader had so much knowledge and enthusiasm! Great...
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    Traveled in July 2023
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    Thank you for your excellent review! We're delighted to hear that you had a fantastic Premium Mexico City to Oaxaca trip with us. It's wonderful that our leader's knowledge and enthusiasm added to your overall experience. We take pride in our Premium accommodation, and we're thrilled you enjoyed the rooftop balcony and courtyards. We hope to welcome you back for more wonderful adventures in the future!
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  • A
    July 26th, 2023
    On the whole this was an excellent trip and gave us a great overview of the interior of Mexico. Our guide was also...
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    Traveled in June 2023
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    Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are delighted to read that you had an excellent trip which gave you a real insight into Mexico, with an enthusiastic local guide. All the best Intrepid Travel
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  • A
    July 26th, 2023
    Mexico was a fantastic destination full of history, colour and vibrancy and sharing that experience with a group of...
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    Traveled in June 2023
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    We were delighted to read how much you enjoyed your time in Mexico, thank you for sharing your experience with us. We were pleased to read that you found your trip to be well balanced and your tour leader was full of passion and enthusiasm. We look forward to you travelling with us again soon.
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  • A
    July 17th, 2023
    I had a wonderdul experience in Mexico especially because of the group and our tourleader. Very well organised trip...
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    Traveled in June 2023
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    Hi there, thanks for your great review. We are glad that you enjoyed all aspects of the tour, and that your local leader and lovely group made your adventure extra special. We hope to welcome you on another Intrepid trip in the near-future!
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  • A
    July 17th, 2023
    An excellent trip with beautiful accommodations, lots of sightseeing and interesting places to visit but in a relaxed...
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    Traveled in June 2023
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    Hello and thank you for your review! We're thrilled that you enjoyed the tour and were able to soak up the sites and wonders of Mexico with a great group of travelers. We hope to have you on another Intrepid adventure soon!
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    Max

    Asked on July 31st, 2025

    Can I use the nonrefundable $800 deposit on a trip with Intrepid Premium

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    • Intrepid PremiumOperatorWritten August 2025

      Yes, you absolutely can use your existing $800 credit towards booking a Premium trip with Intrepid!

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      How do we get our $800 credit applied to this trip

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    Harry

    Asked on July 26th, 2025

    Would like a five night tour to Oaxaca via Puebla. Budget about $3000-$4000. Interested Departure Date: Saturday 18 April, 2026

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    • Intrepid PremiumOperatorWritten July 2025

      We have two tour options for Mexico City to Oaxaca. A complimentary 48-hour hold is available, after which a deposit of 800 is required to confirm space.

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    Evelyn

    Asked on March 16th, 2025

    Is travel insurance required for this tour?

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    • Intrepid PremiumOperatorWritten March 2025

      Yes, travel insurance is compulsory for all travelers on this tour.

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    Liz

    Asked on January 25th, 2025

    Can I check in immediately upon arrival at the hotels?

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    • Intrepid PremiumOperatorWritten January 2025

      Immediate check-in may not always be available. You can store your luggage and use shared day rooms until check-in is available.

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    Esther

    Asked on January 22nd, 2025

    Can I book extra services after arrival?

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      Extra services are subject to availability and it's recommended to book them at least 30 days before departure.

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    Mina

    Asked on October 17th, 2024

    What type of accommodation is provided in the tour?

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    • Intrepid PremiumOperatorWritten October 2024

      The tour includes stays at comfortable hotels and feature stays. The style and standard of accommodation may vary based on availability.

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    Jenny

    Asked on September 7th, 2024

    Can I add a single supplement to my booking?

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    • Intrepid PremiumOperatorWritten September 2024

      Single supplement is available on request. Upon your request, it will be processed and confirmed within a few business days.

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    What meals are included in the tour?

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    • Intrepid PremiumOperatorWritten September 2024

      The tour includes several local meals, food workshops, and a welcome and farewell dinner.

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    Grace

    Asked on July 26th, 2024

    Are we suitable for this trip? We are seniors[77] and both mobile. Just have to take it easy! Is Frida Kahlo's house part of this trip? What rating are the hotels?

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    • Intrepid PremiumOperatorWritten July 2024

      The physical rating for this trip is 2 out of 5 = Some easy physical activities included. No physical preparation is required. Premium accommodation has an average 4-star rating. Frida Kahlo is an additional activity which can be done on day one, but it's recommended to book tickets at least a month prior due to high demand.

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    Alejandra

    Asked on July 23rd, 2024

    Where is the initial meeting point for the tour?

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      The meeting point for the tour is Hotel Historico Central, located in the Centro Histórico in Mexico City.

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    • Typhoid - Recommended for Mexico. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Mexico. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Mexico. Ideally 2 months before travel.
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