Christmas and New Year's in Oaxaca and Puebla

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Leave the snowmen behind as you experience an authentic Mexican Christmas and ring in the New Year Oaxaca-style! See ancient rituals and visit well-known archaeological sites.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • I like to spend much of the day exploring
    • Whether walking through historic neighborhoods at a moderate pace or out and about on a coach, I prefer to keep my days full
    • Stairs don’t bother me, and I love to keep up with the group

What's this trip about?

    Leave the snowmen behind as you experience an authentic Mexican Christmas and ring in the New Year Oaxaca-style! See ancient rituals and visit well-known archaeological sites.

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityOaxaca City, Oaxaca
End CityMexico City, D.F

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Photography
  • National Parks
  • Yoga, Meditation & Wellness
  • Relaxing Retreats
  • Holy Land

Destinations

Activities

  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Yoga & Meditation

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

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Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Oaxaca, Check-in, Welcome Dinner Oaxaca City, Oaxaca

Hotel check-in available from 2:00 p.m.

After arriving at the hotel, checking in and getting your room, take some time to unpack, freshen up, and relax.

At leisure.

At the hotel restaurant specializing in Mexican cuisine, we’ll enjoy a plated 3-course meal, plus coffee, tea, water; other beverages available for purchase.

Day 2 Fiestas Lecture, Historical Center, Piñatas Oaxaca City, Oaxaca

Walking up to 2 miles throughout the day; uneven streets and sidewalks.

Orientation: The Group Leader will greet everyone and lead introductions. We will review the up-to-date program schedule, discuss roles and responsibilities, logistics, safety guidelines, em...

Day 3 Fiestas Lecture, Arrazola, Zachila, Cuilapan de Guerrero Oaxaca City, Oaxaca

Driving approximately 30 miles roundtrip; about 1.5 hours throughout the day. Walking up to 2 miles total during group activities; flat surfaces.

Beginning at the hotel, we’ll enjoy the second part of our presentation on fiestas, legends, and traditions in Mexic...

Day 4 Monte Alban, Christmas Eve Dinner Oaxaca City, Oaxaca

Driving approximately 13 miles roundtrip; about 1 hour total throughout the day. Walking up to 1.5 miles throughout the day; in the sun; significant stairs climbing the pyramids.

Boarding the bus, we will begin our field trip to Monte Albán, one of the most impr...

Day 5 Santa Maria del Tule, Mitla, Teotitlán Oaxaca City, Oaxaca

Driving approximately 60 miles total; about 3 hours, with stops. Walking approx. 2 miles; up to 1/2 mile under direct sun; bring hats, sunscreen, water bottle.

With a local expert, we will depart to Santa Maria del Tule. This used to be marshland filled with bul...

Day 6 Josefino Children's Home, Benito Juarez Film, Oaxaca History Oaxaca City, Oaxaca

Driving approximately 4 miles total; about 1 hour, with stops. Walking approx. 1/2 mile total; mostly in the shade.

Boarding the bus, we will then transfer to visit children at the Josefino Children's Home with our local expert where we’ll have the opportunity t...

Day 7 The Magic Hands of Oaxaca, Ocotlan Route Oaxaca City, Oaxaca

Driving approximately 56 miles roundtrip; about 2 hours total throughout the day. Walking approx. 1 mile throughout the day; flat surfaces.

In the meeting room with our instructor, we’ll settle in for a lecture on the magic hands of Oaxaca, during which we will ...

Day 8 Free Time, Cultural Event: La Guelaguetza Show Oaxaca City, Oaxaca

Driving approx. 2 miles total; about 1 hour, with stops. Walking approx. 1/2 mile throughout the day; flat terrain.

Free Time. Take this opportunity for personal independent exploration to see and do what interests you most in Oaxaca. Please refer to the list of...

Day 9 Transfer to Puebla, Walking Downtown Puebla Puebla City, Puebla

Driving approx. 220 miles total; about 4.5 hours throughout the day, with stops. Walking approx. 1 mile throughout the day; mostly flat surfaces and cobblestone streets.

Once checked out of the hotel, we will board the motorcoach and transfer to Puebla where we ...

Day 10 Amparo Museum, Free Time Puebla City, Puebla

Walking approx. 1.5 miles throughout the day; standing for up to 1 hour at the museum; 1 flight of stairs.

Walking from the hotel, we will visit the Amparo Museum, one of the most important historical museums in the country. Founded by Mexican businessman, Manue...

Day 11 Santa Maria Tonantzintla, San Francisco Acatepec, Cholula Puebla City, Puebla

Driving approx. 25 miles roundtrip; about 2 hours, with stops. Walking about 1 mile throughout the day; mostly flat surfaces and cobblestone streets in the sun; significant stair climbing at the pyramid according to personal preference. Photographs are not allowed at ...

Day 12 To Mexico City, Anthropology Museum Mexico City, D.F

Driving approx. 87 miles one way; about 2.5 hours. Walking approx. 1.5 miles throughout the day; standing for up to 2 hours at the museum.

After checking out of the hotel, we will then board the motorcoach and transfer to Mexico City. Upon arrival, we will begin...

Day 13 Teotihuacan Archaeological Site, Mexico Past & Present Mexico City, D.F

Driving approx. 30 miles one way; about 1.5 hours, with stops. Walking approx. 2 miles throughout the day; direct sun; elective activity to climb stairs up pyramids; bring hats, sunscreen, water bottle.

Transferring from the hotel via bus, our field trip will be...

Day 14 Modern Mexico Lecture, National Palace, Frida Kahlo Museum Mexico City, D.F

Driving approx. 17 miles total throughout the day; about 1.5 hours combined. Walking approx. 2 miles throughout the day; flat terrain; standing for up to 1 hour at the National Palace. No food or water is allowed inside the National Place or museum.

Through a le...

Day 15 Program Concludes Mexico City, D.F

Hotel check-out by 11:00 a.m. See your program’s travel details regarding transfers.

If you are returning home, safe travels. If you are staying on independently, have a wonderful time. If you are transferring to another Road Scholar program, detailed instructio...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,999
Price per day$200
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Meals Included
  • Number of Breakfast: 14
  • Number of Lunch: 12
  • Number of Dinner: 14
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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