Mexico Trip: From highlands to beaches

A private transfer from the airport brings you to your Guanajuato hotel and into this colorful colonial city. Arrival assistance helps you settle in and rest after your journey.

Begin your Mexico travel with a tailored orientation walk through the city’s winding alleys. Taste local specialties along the way. Meet a knowledgeable guide who will suggest authentic activities and offer personalized recommendations for the days ahead.

Enjoy a relaxed morning in Guanajuato. Stroll through winding alleys, explore the markets, taste traditional dishes, and look for handcrafted souvenirs. If seasonal cultural or food events are happening, we can point you to the best ones for a truly authentic, tailor-made Mexico trip.

At 1:30 pm, head to the Guanajuato bus station and take the public bus to San Miguel de Allende.

Join a shared walking tour through San Miguel de Allende, a relaxed Spanish colonial gem and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stroll along cobblestone streets, lively plazas, and artisan shops that enchant both locals and visitors.

Visit the Ignacio Ramírez Cultural Center, once a convent cloister and now part of INBA, where painting, drawing, sculpture, music, and dance classes fill the historic space. See the unfinished mural by David Alfaro Siqueiros and experience a vivid connection to Mexico’s living arts.

Spend a relaxed morning in San Miguel de Allende, one of the best places to visit in Mexico, as you wander its cobbled streets, colorful plazas, artisan shops, and inviting rooftop cafés. Try regional dishes at one of the city’s acclaimed restaurants and enjoy the creative energy of its galleries and markets for an authentic, personalized travel experience.

In the early afternoon, head to the bus station for a comfortable public bus to Mexico City, taking in the scenic views along the way.

Take a full-day shared excursion from Mexico City to explore Cholula and Puebla with local insight and thoughtful, personalized touches. In Cholula, stroll among pre-Columbian ruins and the many Catholic churches built atop the Great Pyramid, all while enjoying sweeping panoramic views.

Continue to Puebla, a UNESCO World Heritage City, where you can admire ornate Talavera tiles and sculpted freestone facades. Visit the Cathedral on the main square, the Chapel of the Rosary, and the remarkable Tonantzintla Church, known for its vibrant Indigenous Baroque art.

Visit the Basilica de Guadalupe on a full-day shared tour from Mexico City. Explore both the modern basilica and the historic chapel, observe devotional pilgrimages, and learn why the Virgin of Guadalupe holds such profound meaning throughout Mexico.

Continue to Teotihuacan to see the Temple of Quetzalcoatl and climb the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon for sweeping valley views. Enjoy local stories, photography stops, and moments to sample street snacks, all paced to your group for a memorable and immersive cultural experience.

Spend the morning in Coyoacán exploring Frida Kahlo’s Casa Azul and the colonial plaza with a local guide who tailors the visit to your interests. Enjoy time in the lively market around the Plaza of the Coyotes, where you can browse crafts and sample local snacks.

In the afternoon, head to Xochimilco and float along the canals on colorful trajineras. Take in live mariachi music, taste regional treats, and experience centuries-old traditions that are still alive among the chinampas.

Your Mexico itinerary continues with a private transfer from Mexico City, either from Downtown or Polanco, to the international airport, followed by a short flight to Tuxtla Gutiérrez. Explore Sumidero Canyon on a two-hour motorboat cruise between cliffs that rise from 100 to over 1000 meters.

Keep an eye out for crocodiles, spider monkeys, and herons along the way. After the excursion, your guide will accompany you to your hotel in San Cristóbal de las Casas.

Join a shared day trip from San Cristóbal de las Casas, and visit San Juan Chamula, a vibrant Tzotzil Maya community of more than 40,000 speakers. Experience the town’s unique blend of Catholic and Maya rituals at the Church of St. John the Baptist, and meet local families to learn about ceremonial life and traditional farming practices.

Continue to the nearby village of Zinacantán to watch women weave vivid pink and purple textiles on backstrap looms. Explore handmade huipiles, tablecloths, and bedspreads, and personalize your day with optional market visits or additional artisan encounters.

Travel from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque on a comfortable shared transfer, crossing lush Chiapas landscapes with scenic photo stops and visits to Indigenous villages where you can meet artisans and taste regional coffee. Upon arrival, embark on a shared day trip through stunning mountain scenery to the turquoise cascades of Agua Azul and the towering Misol Ha waterfall. Enjoy time to swim in refreshing pools beneath jungle cliffs and capture dramatic photo moments.

In the afternoon, explore the Palenque Archaeological Site with the guidance of an expert. Walk through this classic-period Maya ceremonial center surrounded by rainforest and visit highlights such as the Temple of the Inscriptions, the Palace, and the Temple of the Foliated Cross for a deeper connection to ancient Maya history.

Travel by public bus from Palenque to Campeche on the Gulf of Mexico. Upon arrival, stroll the fortified waterfront, sample fresh Yucatecan seafood, and wander the city’s colorful colonial streets.

Travel by public bus from Campeche to Mérida, taking in a mix of coastal and countryside scenery along the way. Spend the afternoon at leisure exploring Mérida’s vibrant plazas, colorful markets, and museums.

If you prefer a guided experience, you can book a custom walking tour to discover Maya heritage, colonial architecture, and authentic Yucatecan cuisine.

Spend the morning in Mérida relaxing in colorful plazas, browsing local markets, and exploring craft shops before taking an afternoon public bus to Tulum. If you prefer to arrive earlier, take a morning bus instead and enjoy more time in Tulum for the beach, a cenote swim, or a tailor-made beachfront activity.

Settle into Tulum’s powdery beaches and admire the endless shades of blue while enjoying the warmth of local hospitality. Play a game of beach volleyball, read a favorite book, or simply relax to the sound of the waves at sunset.

For something more active, choose a guided snorkeling tour, a private yoga session by the sea, or a curated local food tasting for an authentic, tailor-made experience.

A shared transfer picks you up from your Tulum hotel and takes you to the ferry port, where a scenic boat ride carries you to Isla Holbox. Upon arrival, a shared golf cart transfer brings you to your hotel.

Once on the island, enjoy calm beaches, excellent birdwatching, and the magical glow of bioluminescent waters at night.

Holbox Island sits just north of the Yucatán Peninsula in Quintana Roo. Its name comes from the Maya word for “black hole,” and the island captivates travelers with soft sandy beaches, shallow turquoise waters, and an easygoing pace of life.

Spend your day exploring local fishing culture, watching flamingos and other coastal birds, biking along quiet sandy lanes, or kayaking through peaceful mangroves. After sunset, search for the island’s famous bioluminescence for a magical end to the day.

Enjoy a free day on Holbox Island, soaking up its turquoise waters and sandy beaches. Spend your time swimming, kayaking, birdwatching, or sampling fresh local seafood. Play beach games, relax with a book, and unwind to the sound of gentle waves.

Savor a final morning on Isla Holbox before a shared golf cart picks you up for the short ride to the ferry, giving you last views of pastel beaches and abundant birdlife.

After the boat crossing back to mainland Yucatán, a private driver will take you to Cancún Airport, ensuring a smooth and personalized end to your Mexico trip.