The Flavors of Mexico: A Culinary Adventure in Oaxaca & Puebla
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- 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
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Hotel check-in 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. Continue getting to know your fellow Road Scholars, settle in, and get a good night’s rest for the d...
Walking about 3 miles throughout the day; generally flat terrain.
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, emergenc...
Getting on/off a bus; driving about 25 miles, approximately 1 hour each way to/from cooking school. Minimal walking; periods of standing to participate in cooking class. throughout the day; periods of standing to participate in cooking class.
We will board a bus...
On your own to enjoy the regional cuisine of your choice. The Group Leader will be happy to offer suggestions.
We’ll board our bus with a local expert and set out on a field trip to Santa María del Tule. This was once marshland filled with cypress trees and bulr...
Getting on/off a bus; driving about 12 miles, approximately 1 hour each way to/from Monte Albán. Walking about 2 miles total throughout the day; flat surfaces; lots of sun; bring hat, sunscreen, sufficient water.
We will join our Study Leader for a lecture on Tr...
Getting on/off a bus; driving about 212 miles, approximately 4.5 hours total with stops. Walking about 2 miles and periods of standing; sidewalks, generally flat terrain.
After checking out of the hotel, we will board a motorcoach and transfer to Puebla, arrivin...
Periods of standing during cooking class. Extent and duration of elective walking and other free time activities according to personal choice.
We will be joined by a local chef who will lead a cooking class focusing on the secret of preparing “mole poblano” — so...
Hotel check-out by 1:00 p.m. See your program’s Travel Information regarding transfers.
Immediately after breakfast we will board our bus that will take us to the Mexico City Airport for the afternoon flight. If you are returning home, safe travels. If you are s...
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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.
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- Number of Lunch: 6
- Number of Dinner: 4
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