Taste of Mexico trip

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Transform your next vacation into a deeply personal food-and-culture journey with a Taste of Mexico experience crafted just for you. For travelers who crave authentic, tailor-made Mexico trips, simply choose your dates, share what inspires you, and we’ll design unforgettable encounters with chefs, markets, and artisans that reveal the soul of Mexico.

Bring your curiosity and appetite, and take the first step by reserving your custom experience today.

Taste of Mexico trip highlights

  • Local culinary immersion: Savor handcrafted tacos and mole with a local chef.
  • Artisan market shopping: Browse vibrant markets with a bilingual guide.
  • Historic city walking tours: Explore UNESCO plazas and hidden alleys on a private, adaptable walking route.
  • Hands-on cooking class: Learn regional recipes in a family kitchen, adjusting spice levels and techniques to match your preferences.
  • Coastal seafood and mezcal pairing: Enjoy fresh ceviche by the shore paired with small-batch mezcal.
DayLocationActivityOvernight
1Mexico City

• Arrival at Mexico City International Airport

• Private transfer to centrally located hotel

• Personalized welcome and local insights

• Optional gentle orientation walk

Mexico City
2Mexico City

• Private tailor-made walking tour of the Historic Center

• Tasting stops for tacos and dessert

• Afternoon visit to the Museum of Anthropology

• Relaxed stroll through Chapultepec Park

Mexico City
3Teotihuacán → Puebla

• Guided visit to Teotihuacán

• Cycle a scenic archaeological route

• Visit obsidian workshop

• Regional lunch

• Private transfer from Mexico City to Puebla

Puebla
4Puebla & Cautlancingo

• Guided walking tour of Puebla’s historic center 

• Talavera pottery workshop

• Mole poblano cooking workshop at Teoxintle with chef Alan Sánchez

Puebla
5Cholula → Puebla

• Explore the Magic Town of Cholula

• Visit vibrant local market

• Hands-on culinary experience at corn-focused restaurant

Puebla
6Puebla → Oaxaca

• Private transfer from Puebla to Oaxaca

• Check in at hotel in Oaxaca City

• Free time for settling in and personal planning

Oaxaca City
7Oaxaca City → Monte Albán

• Guided morning walking tour of Oaxaca

• Explore 20 de Noviembre Market with tastings 

• Afternoon visit to Monte Albán

Oaxaca City
8Oaxaca

• Chocolate experience at a regional market

• Lunch with a traditional cook

• Hands-on weaving demonstration

Oaxaca City
9Oaxaca → Airport

• Private transfer to the airport

• Departure

Places you'll visit

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Mexico City
Mexico City
Oaxaca
Oaxaca
Puebla
Puebla
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Day01

Arrival in Mexico City

¡Bienvenidos a México! After arriving at Mexico City International Airport, your private transfer will take you to a charming, centrally located hotel. Enjoy a personalized welcome, local insights from your concierge, and time to settle in before your first evening in the capital. This moment marks the true beginning of your Mexico travel.

Your tailor-made trip specialist will share authentic dining recommendations, offer a gentle orientation walk, and suggest bespoke experiences that match your interests, setting the tone for immersive, memorable days ahead.

Mexico City
Day02

Private city tour and street food sampling

Today, your private transport takes you on a tailor-made walking tour of Mexico City’s Historic Center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. An English-speaking guide leads you through the Metropolitan Cathedral, the ruins of the ancient Aztec city, the Palace of Fine Arts, and the Postal Palace, with delicious stops for tacos and dessert so you can sample Mexican gastronomy.

In the afternoon, enjoy a guided visit to the Museum of Anthropology, where you’ll see iconic pieces such as the Aztec Calendar, an Olmec Colossal Head, and the Mask of Pakal.

Finish with a relaxed stroll through Chapultepec Park to discover its hidden corners before returning to your accommodation.

Palacio de Bellas Artes, Mexico City
Chapultepec Park
Day03

Teotihuacán biking and transfer to Puebla

Explore Teotihuacán, one of the best places to visit in Mexico, with a local English-speaking guide. Walk the Calzada de los Muertos to the Pyramid of the Sun, Pyramid of the Moon, and the Temple of the Feathered Serpent, then cycle a scenic 10 km route to view ancient murals and natural observatories.

Visit an obsidian workshop and sample traditional drinks and products made from prickly pear (tuna), nopal, and xoconostle before enjoying a regional lunch. Afterwards, private transport takes you from Mexico City to Puebla in about two hours.

Teotihuacan, Mexico
Puebla, Mexico
Day04

Historic Puebla and mole poblano workshop

Enjoy a guided walking tour of Puebla’s historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admire the imposing Herrerian cathedral, explore the famed Palafoxiana Library, and visit a Talavera workshop to see how this iconic pottery is crafted. Wander through the Barrio del Artista, the colorful Barrio de los Sapos, El Parián Handicrafts Market, and Calle de los Dulces, where you can sample traditional regional sweets.

In Cautlancingo, join chef Alan Sánchez at Teoxintle for a hands-on mole poblano workshop using ingredients sourced from local producers. Learn the history behind this beloved dish, then enjoy a tasting that brings its rich flavors to life.

Puebla, Mexico
Market in Puebla, Mexico
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When exploring Barrio de los Sapos, peek into courtyards behind antique shops where you’ll find unexpected murals and small altars locals rarely mention.

Day05

Magic town of Choula

Explore Cholula, a colorful highlight on any Mexico itinerary. Visit its vibrant local market, then stroll picturesque streets to the church of Nuestra Señora de los Remedios, perched atop the Great Pyramid of Cholula, where sweeping views of the city, and, on clear days, the Valley of Mexico’s volcanoes await.

At a local restaurant dedicated to corn, learn about its history and cultivation, make tortillas and traditional snacks, and sample unique creations such as corn ice cream.

Cholula, Mexico
Day06

Puebla to Oaxaca

Travel from Puebla to Oaxaca by private transfer, enjoying scenic valley views and personalized service along the way. After checking in at your hotel, take time to stroll the colonial streets, browse local markets, and taste authentic moles and mezcal.

Use this free time to settle in, get organized, and work with your guide to tailor the coming days to your interests and preferred pace.

Sunrise over rural mountain town in Oaxaca Mexico
Day07

Oaxaca walking tour and Monte Albán

Begin your day with a guided walking tour of Oaxaca. See the 17th-century Aqueduct, the Seminary of Santa Cruz, La Casa Juárez Museum, Templo de la Señora del Carmen, and, if open, Santo Domingo. Admire the former Convent of Santa Catalina, stroll along Alcalá and through the plazas of Alameda and Constitución. Explore the 20 de Noviembre Market with tastings of bread, regional dishes, cheeses, chocolate, and a visit to the mill.

In the afternoon, head to Monte Albán, the UNESCO-listed Zapotec capital. Visit the North Platform, Great Plaza, Gallery of the Dancers, and the ball court while enjoying panoramic views of the Oaxaca Valley.

Oaxaca, Mexico
Monte Alban, Mexico
Day08

Chocolate experience

Start your day at a lively regional market, where you’ll craft chocolate from bean to bar, learn about its cultural significance, and meet local producers, then take home your handmade creation.

Enjoy lunch with a traditional cook, savoring regional dishes that reflect Oaxaca’s deep culinary heritage. Finish with a hands-on weaving demonstration to explore the region’s textile traditions and meet the artisans who keep them alive.

Chocolate making, Mexico
Day09

Transfer to the airport

A private transfer will pick you up from your hotel and take you to the airport, timed perfectly to your departing flight. If time allows, enjoy a final taste of the region with a quick stop for coffee or a few last souvenirs.

You leave having uncovered hidden gems and enjoyed tailor-made experiences throughout your journey. We look forward to helping you plan your next personalized adventure.

Mexico airport