Mexico Unplugged
- Tour Operator:
- Intrepid Travel
- Max group size:
- 16
- Age range:
- 15 to 99
- Operated in:
- English
- Tour id:
- 5092
- Hygiene Measures:
- Included
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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
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Customer Photos
Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodGood
Phoebe· December 28th, 2020Great tour! Our tour guide was excellent. I learned a lot about Mexico and had a great time.
Intrepid Travel commented on this reviewThank you so much for the positive review Phoebe! We're happy to read you had a great time and learned a lot from your local leader :)Trip date: January 2019- Samantha· March 4th, 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 26th, 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 15th, 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 14th, 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 28th, 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 18th, 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 18th, 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 18th, 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 18th, 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
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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. - What is the age range?
The minimum age requirement for this tour is 15 years old, which means that children under 15 years of age are not eligible to join this tour. There is no maximum age limit for this tour, and those above a certain age are just be required to complete a Self-Assessment form. Intrepid believes it is all about shared attitude, not age.
- I'm a solo traveller, is there a single supplement?
If you are a solo traveller and you don't mind sharing you will be roomed with a fellow traveller of the same gender for no additional cost. If you would prefer your own private room this can be arranged for an additional cost, please contact our customer support team for more information.
- Do I need a visa?
As a tour booking website, TourRadar cannot organise visas for you on your behalf as the visa requirements are regularly being updated and vary for the nationality of one traveller to the next. It is for this reason that we recommend checking with your local embassy or consulate website for the latest up to date information.
- Will the hotels have air-conditioning?
For this tour the accommodation is 2-3 star therefore they cannot guarantee that all hotels will have air conditioning. It is more than likely that all hotels will have nets on the windows.
- Is the accomodation based on twin share rooms?
Yes, this price is based on a twin share accommodation where you will be paired with a traveller of the same gender throughout the trip. If you would like your own room then you will incur a single supplement fee.
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