Mexico in 8 days - Essence of Colonial Mexico - Charm

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Discover the real Mexico on a journey through its colonial cities and central highlands. From the mega-metropolis of Mexico City, explore the ruins of Teotihuacan. Uncover the cultural heritage and architecture of San Miguel de Allende, fall in love with the history of Guanajuato and delight in the Mariachi bands of Guadalajara as you get to know the most unm...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Guadalajara
    • Guanajuato
    • Mexico City
    • San Miguel de Allende

What's this trip about?

    Discover the real Mexico on a journey through its colonial cities and central highlands. From the mega-metropolis of Mexico City, explore the ruins of Teotihuacan. Uncover the cultural heritage and architecture of San Miguel de Allende, fall in love with the history of Guanajuato and delight in the Mariachi bands of Guadalajara as you get to know the most unmissable cities in Mexico!

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 9 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityMexico City
End CityMexico City

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • 50 Plus
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • National Parks

Destinations

Attractions

  • Guanajuato
  • Mexico City
  • San Miguel de Allende

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic Sightseeing
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Nature
  • Ruins & Archaeology

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 9

Trip includes

    • Departures from main US airports.
    • International flights: US - Mexico City - US.
    • 7 nights accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels.
    • 7 breakfasts.
    • All shared transfers.
    • Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary.
    • All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
    • Local guide in Mexico City & English/Spanish-speaking driver for the entire tour.

Itinerary

Day 1: US - Mexico City

Ready to uncover the vibrant culture, immersive history and mouth-watering cuisine of Mexico? Head to your departure airport to catch a flight to Mexico City.* Touch down in the Mexican capital and take a shared-transfer to your hotel. Famed for its huge population of...

Day 2: Mexico City

Breakfast at the hotel. It's time to get to know this megacity with a full-day Mexico City & Teotihuacan tour. Begin at the incredible Basilica of Guadalupe, one of the most important religious sites in the country, which houses the cloak containing the image of O...

Day 3: Mexico City - Queretaro - San Miguel de Allende

Breakfast at the hotel. Depart for Querétaro this morning to explore its magnificent colonial center, home to the house of the Corregidora, the stately Mansions of the Marquesa de la Villa del Villar del Águila and the house of the Count of Sierra Gorda. End the day w...

Day 4: San Miguel de Allende - Atotonilco - Dolores Hidalgo - Guanajuato

Breakfast at the hotel. You're headed for the vibrant city of Guanajuato today! On the way, make a brief stop in Atotonilco, a traditional place of pilgrimage and the town of Dolores Hidalgo, known as the birthplace of the Mexican independence movement. Arrive and enj...

Day 5: Guanajuato

Breakfast at the hotel. Continue your exploration of Guanajuato with a further city tour today. Discover its subterranean streets and its opulent 18th-century architecture, a result of the city's wealth during the boom years of silver mining! Visit Juarez Theatre, the...

Day 6: Guanajuato - Tlaquepaque - Guadalajara

Breakfast at the hotel. Leave the city this morning, stopping along the route to visit the vibrant town of Tlaquepaque, known for its handicrafts and artistic heritage, Tlaquepaque is a colorful city and one of the best places in the country to buy authentic Mexican c...

Day 7: Guadalajara - Mexico City

Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the morning enjoying your last moments in Guadalajara before making the final journey back to Mexico City. Once you've arrived and checked in at the hotel, spend your final evening in Mexico at your leisure, doing some last-minute souvenir shopping or dining on authentic Mexican cuisine! Overnight stay in Mexico City.

Day 8: Mexico City - US

Breakfast* at the hotel. Sadly, it's time to say 'Adios' to Mexico! At the indicated time, shared-transfer to the airport for your return flight back to the US. Arrive in the US and end your trip.** * Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast ser...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,099
Price per day$137
Last Updated: 3/31/2025

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Logistics

Accommodation

7 nights accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels.

Transportation & Flights

All transfers,

Transportation & flights

All transfers
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Meals Included
7 breakfasts.
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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Trip ID
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