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Mexico Grande

11 days
From Puerto Vallarta to Cancun
4.6
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 12 - 30
Ages 18-35
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Puerto Vallarta

    Start point
    Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico (Puerto Vallarta)
    Meals
    Dinner (Beachfront dinner with water and twinkling lights)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Puerto Vallarta (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Day trip sailing to remote beaches
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  2. Day 2

    Puerto Vallarta

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Puerto Vallarta (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Surfing
    • Zipline adventure
    • Pirate show
  3. Day 3

    Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel de Mendoza Guadalajara (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit tequila distillery with tasting
    • Explore Guadalajara's architecture and main squares
    • Visit Guadalajara Cathedral

    Optional Activities

    • Watch live Mariachi band performance
    Landmarks
    Guadalajara Cathedral
    Itinerary Image 1
  4. Day 4

    Guadalajara to Guanajuato

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Gran Plaza Guanajuato (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Alley of Kisses (Callejón del Beso)
    • Explore Hidalgo Market
    Landmarks
    Alley of Kisses (Callejón del Beso)
    Hidalgo Market
  5. Day 5

    Guanajuato - San Miguel de Allende - Mexico City

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Royal Reforma (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit San Miguel de Allende
    • Explore plazas in San Miguel de Allende
    • Visit local artisan shops in San Miguel de Allende
    • Admire Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel
    Landmarks
    Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  6. Day 6

    Mexico City & Teotihuacan

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Royal Reforma (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Taste Mexican delicacies at local market
    • Guided tour of Teotihuacan archaeological site
    • Walk along Avenue of the Dead
    • View Pyramids of the Sun and Moon
    • Explore murals and temples at Teotihuacan
    Landmarks
    Teotihuacan
    Pyramid of the Sun
    Pyramid of the Moon
    Avenue of the Dead
  7. Day 7

    Mexico City

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (City eats including enchiladas, tamales and tacos)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Royal Reforma (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Explore Coyoacán neighbourhood

    Optional Activities

    • Shopping in Coyoacán
    • Visit Frida Kahlo Museum (at own cost)
    Landmarks
    Coyoacán
    Frida Kahlo Museum
  8. Day 8

    Mexico City to Cancun

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Margarita and dinner overlooking the bay with the group)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ocean View Arenas Cancun (or similar))
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  9. Day 9

    Cancun - Chichen Itza

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ocean View Arenas Cancun (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Chichen Itza ancient Mayan city
    • Swim in cenote
    Landmarks
    Chichen Itza
  10. Day 10

    Cancun

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ocean View Arenas Cancun (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Beach activities
    • Water activities
  11. Day 11

    Cancun

    End point
    Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico (Cancún)
    Meals
    Breakfast
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4.6
Overall rating based on 6 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    3.0
  • Transport
    4.3
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    4.7
  • Food
    4.5
  • 4.7

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  • Mexico Grande reviewer 1
    October 15th, 2019
    3.5
    It was alot of money and not alot was included plus everyone met up the day before it started
    Traveled in September 2019
  • Mexico Grande reviewer 2
    April 9th, 2017
    4.5
    Mexican Grande was a blast! So high energy and our guide really took the time to know us! Would recommend to anyone...
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    Traveled in December 2016
  • J
    December 22nd, 2016
    5
    Loved the trip!! So much to see and do with an awesome tour guide!
    Traveled in December 2016
  • M
    December 15th, 2016
    5
    Ish is a down to earth dude. He's Mexican and lives in Mexico City so he's pretty much the ultimate guy. He's young...
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    Traveled in February 2016
  • H
    June 5th, 2016
    4.5
    Such great fun! The first part of the tour was very intimate as it was only a small group, so everyone got to know...
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    Traveled in May 2016
  • Mexico Grande reviewer 6
    November 2nd, 2015
    5
    Traveled in October 2015

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  • C

    Cynthia

    Asked on June 6th, 2024

    Am 39 years old. This is accepted for that group?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten June 2024

      Contiki tours have an age restriction, and participants are required to be between 18 to 35 years old. We regret to inform you that, as per the tour's eligibility criteria, you are unable to proceed with this group. However, we have open age sister brands which will fit for you: Trafalgar, Costsaver, Insight Vacation, Brendan Vacations, Luxury Gold.

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    Fiona

    Asked on October 19th, 2022

    I need a tour that will take me from Cancun to mexico city

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten October 2022

      You've made a great choice by choosing to visit Mexico. Trip Details: Travel Insurance is now required. Deposit: $200, Full Payment: 60 days prior to departure. Always check visa requirements for travellers from your region. Start: Puerto Vallarta, End: Cancun. Ground Handler: Journey Mexico. Coach: Private.

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    Adriana

    Asked on November 1st, 2016

    How many people have booked for the Mexico Grande?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten November 2016

      The maximum number of people in this tour is between 15-26.

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    Eileen

    Asked on September 1st, 2016

    What is the group size of this tour?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten September 2016

      Contiki tours usually have about 40-50 passengers on a trip - lots of new friends to be made.

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    Mary

    Asked on March 1st, 2016

    What are the things we will be spending on while on the tour?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten March 2016

      It is advisable to start your trip with some cash in the local currency of the destinations you will be travelling. You should be able to use debit & credit cards to withdraw money along the way. Remember that you’ll need to allow enough to cover lunches, some dinners, shopping, entrance fees to some attractions, me time optionals and activities, souvenirs, drinks and evening entertainment/nightclubs. A full list of Me Time optional activities and approximate costs will be sent to you with your travel documents.

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    Brittany

    Asked on April 23rd, 2015

    What is intra tour air tax?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten April 2015

      The intra tour air tax covers the air taxes for the flights included on this tour. It's imposed by the airlines and therefore needs to be paid before the tour departs to secure your flight as a part of this tour.

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    Raymond

    Asked on April 23rd, 2015

    What is internal air price for?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten April 2015

      The internal air price covers the cost of your internal flights on Mexico Grande and needs to be paid upfront before the tour departs.

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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • 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.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before May 19th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after May 19th, 2026, a minimum payment of $200 is required to confirm your booking with Contiki. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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