Mexico Unplugged
- Tour Operator:
- Intrepid Travel
- Max group size:
- 16
- Age range:
- 15 to 99
- Operated in:
- English
- Tour id:
- 5092
- Hygiene Measures:
- Included
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Stroll the streets of Mexico City and savour local cuisine
- Explore the colonial Oaxaca and then visit Monte Alban
- Visit the ruins of Palenque and the Maya ruins of Uxmal
- Sunbathe and swim in azure waters of Playa del Carmen
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1: Mexico City
- Day 2: Mexico City
- Day 3: Puebla
- Day 4: Puebla
- Day 5: Oaxaca
- Day 6: Oaxaca
- Day 7: Oaxaca / Overnight Bus
- Day 8: San Cristobal de las Casas
- Day 9: San Cristobal de las Casas
- Day 10: Palenque
- Day 11: Palenque Ruins / Merida
- Day 12: Merida
- Day 13: Merida
- Day 14: Chichen Itza / Playa del Carmen
- Day 15: Playa del Carmen
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Hygiene Measures
- Meals
- Transport
- Additional Services
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Customer Photos
Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodGood
Samantha· March 04, 2020Good mix of planned and optional activities, with some free time at most destinations. Pour guide, Adriana, was absolutely fabulous.
Intrepid Travel commented on this reviewThanks Samantha!Trip date: February 2020- MUMehmet· January 26, 2020Carla was an excellent guide always trying her bestIntrepid Travel commented on this reviewThanks so much, Mehmet - Carla will appreciate your feedback :)Trip date: January 2020
- JMJoan· January 15, 2020A really good trip for my first time in Mexico. We had a great guide, and the visits were sufficiently varied to give a good overview of Mexico City and the Yucatan peninsula.Intrepid Travel commented on this reviewThanks so much Joan!Trip date: December 2019
- Gwendolyn· January 14, 2020We had a good tour with intrepid with a wonderful leader Karla and a preety awesome bunch of tourmtesIntrepid Travel commented on this reviewThanks so much Gwendolyn!Trip date: December 2019
- NLNicolas· November 28, 2019Fascinating country with a lot of diverse experience to offer. My tour leader was fantastic. Thank you Intrepid for this wonderful tour. I have memories for a lifetime.Trip date: November 2019
- ARussell M· September 18, 2019Let me start this by saying I knew Mexico was going to be a lot of fun, but I didn't expect it to blow me away like it did on this past trip. I just wanted to get away from the cold weather and napping on a beach at an all-inclusive did not appeal to me... Show moreTrip date: December 2018Review collected by Intrepid Travel
- AMary O· September 18, 2019Trip well organised Tour Leader Jaime very helpful, ensuring we understood local culture, providing great suggestions of places to visit at each town/city and places to eat, where we could taste local food, explaining local food etc....group travel... Show moreTrip date: December 2018Review collected by Intrepid Travel
- AMahmoud A· September 18, 2019i loved the diversity of the trip, big cities, small cities, water activity, archeological sitesTrip date: December 2018Review collected by Intrepid Travel
- AKayla M· September 18, 2019This was my third tour with Intrepid and I couldn’t imagine travelling with another operator! I love what Intrepid encompasses and I always praise the professionalism of my tour leader (and local guides) to family and friends. I have always felt safe... Show moreTrip date: December 2018Review collected by Intrepid Travel
- AJulia A· September 18, 2019I really enjoyed the Intrepid approach to travelling - economical, eco friendly (so far as possible), local guides, local experiences that it would be difficult to have travelling solo. As a solo female traveller, I feel that whole areas of the world... Show moreTrip date: December 2018Review collected by Intrepid Travel
Dates & Availability
- Get Instant ConfirmationSaturday3 Oct, 2020Saturday17 Oct, 2020Hold space for 48h$1,560Book With Flexibility
- Get Instant ConfirmationSaturday10 Oct, 2020Saturday24 Oct, 2020Hold space for 48h$1,560Book With Flexibility
- Get Instant ConfirmationTuesday13 Oct, 2020Tuesday27 Oct, 2020Hold space for 48h$1,560Book With Flexibility
- Get Instant ConfirmationSaturday17 Oct, 2020Saturday31 Oct, 2020Hold space for 48h$1,560Book With Flexibility
- Get Instant ConfirmationSaturday24 Oct, 2020Saturday7 Nov, 2020Hold space for 48h$1,650Book With Flexibility
- Get Instant ConfirmationSaturday31 Oct, 2020Saturday14 Nov, 2020Hold space for 48h$1,560Book With Flexibility
- Tuesday3 Nov, 2020Tuesday17 Nov, 2020Hold space for 48h$1,650Book With Flexibility
- Get Instant ConfirmationSaturday7 Nov, 2020Saturday21 Nov, 2020Hold space for 48h$1,560Book With Flexibility
- Get Instant ConfirmationTuesday10 Nov, 2020Tuesday24 Nov, 2020Hold space for 48h$1,560Book With Flexibility
- Get Instant ConfirmationSaturday14 Nov, 2020Saturday28 Nov, 2020Hold space for 48h$1,560Book With Flexibility
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is there a hotel list available?
The tour operator has advised that they do not have a hotel list available for this tour, as all accommodations are subject to change until 4-6 weeks before the departure date. After the booking is made you will be issued your final trip documents with your specific accommodation details. That being said, on this tour you will be staying 13 nights in hotels and 1 night on an overnight bus. Two examples of hotels that they generally stay at on this tour are Playa del Carmen Hotel and Hotel Metropol - hopefully, this can give you an idea of the kind of accommodation you can expect on tour.
- When and where does the tour end?
This tour concludes with check-out from Playa del Carmen Hotel on the morning of the last day of the tour. It's time to say farewell to your Travel Director and new-found friends as your memorable holiday comes to an end. If you are lucky enough to have a couple of extra nights in Playa del Carmen, use your time snorkelling in freshwater rock pools, strolling along the white sands or something third. Please be aware the hotel is subject to change until your final documents are released.
- When and where does the tour start?
This tour generally starts from Hotel Metropol in Mexico City and as the first day is just an arrivals day you can arrive at any time. After check-in, you can relax and unwind, before meeting with your Travel Director and fellow travellers at 6 pm. If you arrive into the city early, head to the Zocalo, the city's huge central square, to see Aztec ruins and colonial architecture or relax in one of the many parks, plazas or gardens. Please be aware the meeting point is subject to change until your final documents are released.
- Do you arrange airport transfers?
Aiport transfers are available for this tour at an additional cost, please contact our customer support team to arrange this. If you wish to make your own way to and from the airports, you can choose to take a taxi instead.
- What are the optional excursions?
The optional excursions for this tour are:
Mexico City - Templo Mayor (Archaeological Site and Museum) (Closed Mondays). Price: MXN70
Mexico City - Palace of Fine Arts (Palacio de Bellas Artes) (Closed Mondays). Price: MXN60
Mexico City - National Museum of Anthropology (Closed Mondays). Price: MXN70
Mexican Night Out: Cantinas, Mariachi & Lucha Libre - Urban Adventures. Price: USD58
Mexico City - Frida Kahlo Museum (Cheaper for students, pensioners & on weekdays. Closed Mondays). Price: MXN220
Mexico City - Boat ride through Floating Gardens of Xochimilco (Approx. per boat per hour). Price: MXN350
Mexico City - Mariachis in Garibaldi Square (Approx. for 2-3 songs). Price: MXN150
Mexico City - Torre Latino 360° Lookout. Price: MXN100
Mexico City Markets and Food Tour - Urban Adventures. Price: USD39
Mexico City - National Palace and Diego Rivera murals. Price: Free
Mexico City - Metropolitan Cathedral. Price: MXN20
Puebla - Santo Domingo Church and Rosary Chapel. Price: Free
Puebla - Visit to Cholula. Price: USD15
Puebla - Cooking class. Price: USD85
Puebla - Lucha Libre show (ticket price depends on seating area). Price: USD15
Puebla - Museum of Art. Price: USD5
Oaxaca - Monte Alban Ruins (entrance fee). Price: USD10
Oaxaca - Full-day tour inc. Mitla Ruins, Hierve el Agua and mezcal distillery. Price: USD45
Oaxaca - Santo Domingo Cultural Centre. Price: USD8
Oaxaca - Cooking class. Price: USD80
San Cristobal de las Casas - Amber (Jade) Museum. Price: MXN20
San Cristobal de las Casas - Jade Museum. Price: USD5
San Cristobal de las Casas - Museum of Typical Costumes. Price: USD4
San Cristobal de las Casas - El Chorreadero canyoning. Price: MXN1250
San Cristobal de las Casas - Maya villages tour including San Juan Chamula Church. Price: USD20
San Cristobal de las Casas - Mountain bike tour. Price: USD40
Sumidero Canyon - Boat Excursion (Entrance & Transport). Price: USD30
Palenque - Jungle Trail tour. Price: USD15
Merida - Cuzama cenotes tour (inc. transport and guide). Price: USD45
Merida - Guided city tour. Price: USD15
Merida - Contemporary Art Museum. Price: USD5
Merida - Dzibilchaltun Ruins tour. Price: USD70
Merida - Uxmal Ruins tour (inc. shared transport and guide). Price: MXN800
Merida - Celestun Bird Sanctuary (Entrance and Transport). Price: MXN965
Dos Ojos Cenote - Entrance fee (snorkelling gear included). Price: MXN300
Playa del Carmen - Bicycle rental (per day). Price: MXN185
Playa del Carmen - Ferry to Cozumel (Round-trip). Price: MXN300
Please be advised that this list is a guideline only and all prices are subject to change.
Good to Know
- About the country
Currencies
- $
- Mexican PesoMexico
Plugs & Adapters
Visa
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.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.
- Payment information
- For any tour departing before September 8th, 2020 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after September 8th, 2020, a minimum payment of $400 is required to confirm your booking with Intrepid Travel. 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 26 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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- Cancellation Policy
- TourRadar can request Intrepid Travel to hold spaces for you for up to 48 hours without any credit card details.
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